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

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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.

Creating A Library Logo For An Academic Library, Jim Kapoun

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Memorial Library at Minnesota State University, Mankato needed a new library logo to replace one that was 25 years old and which did not reflect the library's current program. This article discusses the role of a logo in conveying an organization's identity, and describe the entire process of developing, producing, and implementing a new logo for the library.

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.

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

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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.

The Pains And Gains Of The Publication Requirement: A Survey Of Librarians At Delta State University, Nigeria, J.E. Onohwakpor, P.A. Tiemo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The employment status and expectations for academic librarians in Nigeria has changed recently. Librarians now have an academic status that includes a publication requirement. This paper examines the publication requirement for academic librarians in Delta State University Library, Abraka, Nigeria. Most librarians were found to lack publications because of other workload, lack of research resources, and inadequate knowledge of scholarly journals.

Sources Of Information On New Economic Partnership For African Development (Nepad), Amanze O. Unagha, Henry I. Okon

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper discusses the New Partnership for Africa 's Development (NEPAD). African leaders are making a commitment to work together to rebuild the continent by promoting peace, stability, democracy, sound economic management, and people-centred development. This article discusses sources of information on NEPAD for both implementers and beneficiaries.

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, …

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

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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.

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.

Online Tutorials: Tips From The Literature, Cecile Bianco

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Online tutorials are an important addition to traditional teaching. Since Information Literacy is a skill that many believe college students should master, it can be argued that it is even more important that it is learned by graduate students. Online tutorials can be an effective means of education for graduate students. This paper assembles fourteen best practices for constructing online tutorials.

Academic Libraries In India: A Present-Day Scenario, Preeti Mahajan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper discusses the role of academic libraries in the education system in India and the changes brought out with the impact of Information technology in academic libraries in India, with an emphasis on the role of the UGC and various networks. The need for resource sharing through consortia is highlighted, with the aim of enhancing resources for university libraries.

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.

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.

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 …

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.

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

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Vital Technical Services In Academic Libraries, Leopoldo M. Montoya

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Using Server Logfiles To Improve Website Design, Elaine Maytag Nowick

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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A Model Search Engine Based On Cluster Analysis Of User Search Terms, Elaine Maytag Nowick, Kent M. Eskridge, Daryl A. Travnicek, Xingchun Chen, Jun Li

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The Role Of Library Services In Adult Literacy Education, J.E. Onohwakpor

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Patron Initiated, Web-Based Document Delivery In Germany, Elaine Peterson

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Moving Digits In Serials Life, Jean-Mark Sens

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Incorporating The Values Of The Legal Profession Into A Research Instruction Experience For Law Students: Simulating A Law Firm Research Experience, Karen Summerhill

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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How To Speak Out (Visually) At Your Library, Alessia Zanin-Yost, Christy Donaldson

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The History Of Academic Libraries In The United States: A Review Of The Literature, Sharon Gray Weiner

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Summary

The literature on the history of academic libraries was explored for three important periods in the evolution of higher education in the United States. Libraries in the Colonial period were minimal and peripheral to the college function and mission. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, academic libraries developed a formal structure and became more integral to the mission of the university, serving students and faculty in supporting more diversified curricula and research. These trends blossomed following World War II when increases in funding allowed libraries to acquire larger collections and become important resources in research and teaching Changes …

Studying The Reader/Researcher Without The Artifact: Digital Problems In The Future History Of Books, Dorothy Warner, John Buschman

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The Changing Environment Of Academic Libraries: End-User Education And Planning Strategies For Libraries In India, M. Christina Vasanthi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Information Literacy And The Mckinsey Model: The Mckinsey Strategic Problem-Solving Model Adapted To Teach Information Literacy To Graduate Business Students, Christy A Donaldson

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The Electronic Library : An Indian Scenario, V. Franklin David Jebaraj, M Deivasigamani

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Geo-Referenced Digital Libraries: Experienced Problems Of Purpose And Infrastructure, Ying Liu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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