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From Library To Knowledge Center: Building A Website To Introduce A New Building To The Community, Araby Greene Oct 2006

From Library To Knowledge Center: Building A Website To Introduce A New Building To The Community, Araby Greene

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

When announced in March 2004, the biggest gift in the University of Nevada 's history was in support of a new library building, to be called “The Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center.” The decision to call the new facility a “Knowledge Center” deliberately calls attention to the expanded role of the institution. This article describes the design and development of a website to tell users about the role and progress of the Knowledge Center, allay fears about books disappearing forever into the great maw of the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), encourage feedback, and create some excitement about a beautiful new …

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What Do Faculty Want?: A Focus Group Study Of Faculty At A Mid-Sized Public University, Michael A. Weber, Robert Flatley Oct 2006

What Do Faculty Want?: A Focus Group Study Of Faculty At A Mid-Sized Public University, Michael A. Weber, Robert Flatley

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Presents the findings of a focus group study to determine how faculty use library resources and what role they see the library playing on campus. Results indicated that faculty use was mixed. Information literacy instruction, electronic access to information, and the library as space were seen as important roles.

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Philosophical Views About Digital Information And Relational Schemata, Markos Dendrinos Oct 2006

Philosophical Views About Digital Information And Relational Schemata, Markos Dendrinos

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The nature and organization of digital information are examined from a philosophical point of view. A Platonic model is first suggested, based on both the Platonic allegory of the two worlds and the hypothesis of the informationised universe. Ancient classification schemata are presented in terms of the relationship types involved, concluding with an attempt to view the semantically rich web management system as an extended Platonic model.

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Information Access Post September 11: What Librarians Need To Know, Laura Taddeo Oct 2006

Information Access Post September 11: What Librarians Need To Know, Laura Taddeo

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The tragedy of September 11, 2001 has forced both the American people and the government to reevaluate how information is collected and disseminated. Part of the White House's response to September 11 includes protecting "sensitive information from inappropriate disclosure," and encouraging federal agencies to review whether certain information, formerly readily accessible, should be removed from the American public’s view. The ability to control the way information is made available to the public has changed, especially during the Digital Age. The Internet, like the radio during World War II, is one of the most powerful tools used to relay information to …

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Bicycle Access To Public Libraries: A Survey Of Pennsylvania Public Libraries And Their Accessibility To Patrons Arriving Via Bicycle, Samantha Hypatia Thompson Oct 2006

Bicycle Access To Public Libraries: A Survey Of Pennsylvania Public Libraries And Their Accessibility To Patrons Arriving Via Bicycle, Samantha Hypatia Thompson

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In 1994, the US Department of Transportation set the goal of doubling the number of bicycle trips undertaken in this country. Impediments to this goal are trip and destination barriers. One major public destination intended for universal access is the public library. This is relevant to young adults, the poor, and recent immigrants, all of whom may choose bicycle transportation at higher rates than the general population. A survey of 225 public libraries in Pennsylvania found that 54% of respondent libraries had poor overall bicycle accessibility. These overall levels were the result of the trip or destination barriers at each …

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Web-Based Reference Projects: An Approach For Iranian Lis Departments, Dariush Alimohammadi Oct 2006

Web-Based Reference Projects: An Approach For Iranian Lis Departments, Dariush Alimohammadi

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Reference courses are provided in LIS schools in Iran. Different instructional methods are applied and various approaches are adopted. Some of them focus on introducing reference sources. In this method, students learn that a given reference source can satisfy a user's information needs. Others pay attention to the production of reference tools by using print media. This article proposes the development of web-based reference tools.

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Resource Sharing In The Digital Age: Prospects And Problems In African Universities, Felicia Etim Oct 2006

Resource Sharing In The Digital Age: Prospects And Problems In African Universities, Felicia Etim

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Africa’s universities and research centers have a unique role to play in knowledge production and dissemination as drivers of knowledge-based development. To this end, they need to be locally established and socially connected in order to draw fully from the society while feeding back the products of knowledge. Problems identified are the high cost of Internet access, partial realization of campus networks in the universities, ineffective configuration of platforms and the lack of reliable and permanent source of power. Regulatory bodies have been set up for the organization and production of contents which will serve for development support, and the …

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Health Science Libraries And The 21st Century, Mayank Trivedi Oct 2006

Health Science Libraries And The 21st Century, Mayank Trivedi

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The potential of telemedicine, particularly in remote or underserved areas, is an important issue for many countries. Telemedicine is described and discussed, and the role of health science libraries in facilitating telemedicine is explored.

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Internet Use By Researchers: A Study Of Panjab University, Chandigarh, Preeti Mahajan Apr 2006

Internet Use By Researchers: A Study Of Panjab University, Chandigarh, Preeti Mahajan

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A survey was used to gather information about use of the Internet by researchers at Panjab University, Chandigarh in the sciences, social sciences and humanities. The results indicate that researchers in the sciences are the most positive about the impact of the Internet, while 70% of the social science and 20% of the humanities felt positive about the Internet and its impact. Other survey results contrast the use of electronic journals, access to computers, and other topics.

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The Impact Of Self-Efficacy And Prior Computer Experience On The Creativity Of New Librarians In Selected Universities Libraries In Southwest Nigeria, Adeyinka Tella, C. O. Ayeni Apr 2006

The Impact Of Self-Efficacy And Prior Computer Experience On The Creativity Of New Librarians In Selected Universities Libraries In Southwest Nigeria, Adeyinka Tella, C. O. Ayeni

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A study examined the impact of self-efficacy and prior computer experience on the creativity of the freshly-recruited librarians in selected southwest Nigeria universities’ libraries. Fifty-two new librarians who were selected through total enumeration sampling technique represent the population of the study. Both the independent and the dependent variables were measured with relevant standardized instruments. Three research questions were developed and answered in the study. The results showed that both self-efficacy and computer experience influenced creativity

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Information Society: European Considerations In Economic And Cultural Contexts, George Adam Holland Apr 2006

Information Society: European Considerations In Economic And Cultural Contexts, George Adam Holland

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The phrase "information society" is used across many disciplines, yet consensus on its meaning and significance is lacking. This paper explores possible meanings, with particular emphasis on economic and cultural factors. Frank Webster and Manuel Castells inform the discussion through their theoretical and empirical research on the topic. The European engagement development of information societies is analyzed with particular emphasis on Finland. Following this economic and cultural exploration of the information society, methodological implications are identified for research into information societies and consideration for information professionals.

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On Not Revising The Ala Code Of Ethics: An Alternate Proposal, John Buschman Apr 2006

On Not Revising The Ala Code Of Ethics: An Alternate Proposal, John Buschman

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The American Library Association (ALA) is undertaking a revision of its code of ethics. The author propo ses and discusses three reasons not to revise the code. The reasons are that there is already a set of interlocking policies on ethics and related issues; that ALA leadership has taken the most conservative possible approach to ethics policy - and especially the connection between librarians' professional responsibilities and rights; and that when policies are amended, they are not always improved, and those on the books are often ignored. The author considers and discusses likely objections to his proposal.

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Managing The Library's Corporate Culture For Organizational Efficiency, Productivity, And Enhanced Service, Samuel Olu Adeyoyin Apr 2006

Managing The Library's Corporate Culture For Organizational Efficiency, Productivity, And Enhanced Service, Samuel Olu Adeyoyin

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The library's corporate culture can be managed to enhance organizational efficiency, productivity, and service. This article compares views on organizational culture and applies them to libraries. The effect of changing information culture on library culture is examined.

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Human Capital For Nigerian Libraries In The 21st Century, Stella E. Igun Apr 2006

Human Capital For Nigerian Libraries In The 21st Century, Stella E. Igun

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This article describes human capital needs for Nigerian libraries. It looks at training for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and proposes a model for library education that combines theory with practice.

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Alternative Models Of Knowledge Production: A Step Forward In Information Literacy As A Liberal Art, Shilpa Shanbhag Apr 2006

Alternative Models Of Knowledge Production: A Step Forward In Information Literacy As A Liberal Art, Shilpa Shanbhag

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Information literacy is embedded within the traditional disciplinary model of knowledge production wherein the role of the scholar/expert and the process of peer-review are emphasized. Exclusive reference to this model is inadequate in informing the production of knowledge outside of formal academic setting and consequently inadequate in supporting the objectives of liberal learning. Shapiro and Hughes' concept of information literacy as a liberal art provides a useful framework for discussion on alternative models of knowledge production.

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Customizing And Using A Popular Online Information Literacy Tutorial: One Library’S Experience, Robert Flatley, William Jefferson Apr 2006

Customizing And Using A Popular Online Information Literacy Tutorial: One Library’S Experience, Robert Flatley, William Jefferson

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

To teach information literacy, many colleges and universities use a version of TILT (the Texas Information Tutorial) or Searchpath, a modification of TILT by Western Michigan University. This paper describes our experience customizing Searchpath for Kutztown University’s Rohrbach Library, including the impetus behind the project, the process of customizing Searchpath, the project pilot, collaborative efforts, and challenges encountered. The authors also discuss the decision to select Searchpath rather than TILT, how Kutztown’s version of tutorial is currently being used, and future plans for the product, along with suggestions to those considering Searchpath for their libraries.

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The Challenges Of Computerizing A University Library In Nigeria: The Case Of Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Grace Nok Apr 2006

The Challenges Of Computerizing A University Library In Nigeria: The Case Of Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Grace Nok

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria is one of Nigeria's first generation universities, opening its doors in 1962. University library computerization in Nigeria has been in the pipeline since the 1970s, although concerted efforts began in the late 1990s. ALICE, an integrated library system which is popular in the UK, was acquired and implemented then. Challenges to library automation include poor infrastructure, a low level of computer literacy among the staff, and a lack of resources for maintaining and updating hardware and software.

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The Impact Of The Internet On Research: The Experience Of Delta State University, Nigeria, Oghenevwogaga Benson Adogbeji, Oghenevwogaga David Toyo Apr 2006

The Impact Of The Internet On Research: The Experience Of Delta State University, Nigeria, Oghenevwogaga Benson Adogbeji, Oghenevwogaga David Toyo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

A questionnaire was used to gather data from the academic staff of the Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. The results revealed that more male staff that use the Internet, that library staff are the predominant users in the university, and that access is primarily through cybercafes, rather than at home or in the office. The majority of the staff use the Internet for e-mail, research information and academic material, and to communicate with colleagues. The Internet has been beneficial for quick access to current research information. The study recommends that the university set up an Internet center for the staff, …

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Proceedings Of The 24th Annual Seminar/Workshop Of The Nigerian Library Association, Cataloguing, Classification, And Indexing Section, Josiah Oghenero Ruteyan Apr 2006

Proceedings Of The 24th Annual Seminar/Workshop Of The Nigerian Library Association, Cataloguing, Classification, And Indexing Section, Josiah Oghenero Ruteyan

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Papers from the seminar are described and discussed. Topics include subject cataloging, the creation of a national union catalog for Nigeria, library automation, and system migration.

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Effective Communication And Smooth Administration Of Academic Libraries In The 21st Century: A New Paradigm In Nigeria, Henry Itohowo Oct 2005

Effective Communication And Smooth Administration Of Academic Libraries In The 21st Century: A New Paradigm In Nigeria, Henry Itohowo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Effective communication is the soul of any institution. New opportunities are presented by Information and Communication Technology (ICTS). Library managers must adopt a more critical and communication plan that will enhance their skills and allow for further training, as well as allowing stakeholders to have input into decision-making.

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Use Of Rfid Technology In Libraries: A New Approach To Circulation, Tracking, Inventorying, And Security Of Library Materials, Syed Md. Shahid Oct 2005

Use Of Rfid Technology In Libraries: A New Approach To Circulation, Tracking, Inventorying, And Security Of Library Materials, Syed Md. Shahid

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Features and attributes of this RFID technology and its application in libraries are described. Basic components required for implementation as well as the pros and cons of RFID in libraries are discussed. Guidelines for best practices regarding standards and user confidentiality are explored.

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The Design Of The Wilson’S Library Literature Online Tutorial, Cecile Bianco Oct 2005

The Design Of The Wilson’S Library Literature Online Tutorial, Cecile Bianco

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Wilson’s Library Literature Online tutorial (LLOT) was designed for the Graduate School of Library and Information Science at Simmons College. This article provides background on the institution, summarize findings from a literature review of use of library tutorials at the graduate level, discusses the planning and the needs assessment for the tutorial, discusses the educational strategies used in the tutorial and its strategic design based on the literature review, proposes an evaluation form for the tutorial, and a budget for the tutorial.

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Confidentially Speaking: American Libraries And The Usa Patriot Act, Ellen D. Gilbert Oct 2005

Confidentially Speaking: American Libraries And The Usa Patriot Act, Ellen D. Gilbert

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The USA Patriot Act and librarians' responses to it are examined in the context of other government efforts to influence library service, such as the FBI's "Library Awareness Program," as well as the general context of intellectual freedom and librarians' commitment to it.

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Do You Really Want To Be A Forum?, Leonard Hitchcock Oct 2005

Do You Really Want To Be A Forum?, Leonard Hitchcock

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This article examines what a public forum is, and whether or not a library can legitimately claim to be one. Beginning with an imaginary visit to a rather odd public park, and a brief review of the development of the legal doctrine of the public forum, an attempt is made to establish that the library 1) falls far short of being a genuine public forum, 2) is actually ambivalent about being a forum at all, and 3) could, if it really wanted to, become much more of a forum by making a very simple change in its online catalog.

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Information As A Value Concept, Thomas Weissinger Oct 2005

Information As A Value Concept, Thomas Weissinger

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Philosophically, materialists and idealists understand the world differently. In materialist theory information directly represents the natural world, whereas idealism understands it to be the very structure of thought. Some of the problems arising between information theory and the actual practice of librarianship are due to mixing concepts from incompatible theories. The concept of information favored by materialist theories is not interchangeable with the concepts preferred by idealists and critical theorists. Materialism overemphasizes the empirical features of information, while giving short shrift to the possibility that information can be both factual and evaluative. Consequently, this leads to theories of information which …

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Empowering The Intentional Learner: A Critical Theory For Information Literacy Instruction, John J. Doherty, Kevin Ketchner Oct 2005

Empowering The Intentional Learner: A Critical Theory For Information Literacy Instruction, John J. Doherty, Kevin Ketchner

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The empowered intentional learner is a starting point towards a grounded theory in information literacy instruction. The authors engage this theory in a critical dialogue with instructional practice, in this instance a for-credit college freshman class built around information literacy concepts. Only through such reflection, where theory informs practice and practice informs theory, is it possible to develop a grounded theory where a less privileged role for the instruction librarian takes a back seat role to the control students should have over their own learning.

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Vital Technical Services In Academic Libraries, Leopoldo M. Montoya Jul 2005

Vital Technical Services In Academic Libraries, Leopoldo M. Montoya

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Communication With Library Systems Support Personnel: Models For Success, Brian Rossmann, Doralyn Rossmann Jul 2005

Communication With Library Systems Support Personnel: Models For Success, Brian Rossmann, Doralyn Rossmann

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Indian Innovative Ways Are More Than Digitization: Bhodhivanam, The Library's Forest Environment, John Neelankavil Cmi Jul 2005

Indian Innovative Ways Are More Than Digitization: Bhodhivanam, The Library's Forest Environment, John Neelankavil Cmi

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Cooperative Collection Management In The Consortial Environment: The Viva Pilot Projects, Christopher Millson-Martula, Susanna Bartmann Pathak, Carol Pfeiffer Jul 2005

Cooperative Collection Management In The Consortial Environment: The Viva Pilot Projects, Christopher Millson-Martula, Susanna Bartmann Pathak, Carol Pfeiffer

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