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Marketing Of Library And Information Services And Products In University Libraries: A Case Study Of Goa University Library, M. Madhusudhan Mar 2008

Marketing Of Library And Information Services And Products In University Libraries: A Case Study Of Goa University Library, M. Madhusudhan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Indian universities are facing issues such as budget cuts, increased publication costs, and money devaluation,and coping with ever-increasing information requirements of readers. There is an urgent need for the libraries and information centers to provide better library and information services. Libraries and librarians in Indian universities are forced to adopt marketing tools to become more competent and alert. This paper describes the marketing of library services and products with particular reference to Goa University Library. There is discussion of marketing concepts, on the investigation of potential markets, planning, targeted services to accurate market segments, and identification of competitive advantages.

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Student Characteristics And Use Of Library Services In The University Of Uyo, Anthonia E. Omehia, Boma B. Obi, Henry Itohowo Mar 2008

Student Characteristics And Use Of Library Services In The University Of Uyo, Anthonia E. Omehia, Boma B. Obi, Henry Itohowo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated students' characteristics and their use of library services in the University of Uyo. Students' academic discipline, year of study, and socio-economic status were considered. The results of a structured questionnaire, returned by 528 students (81%) were subjected to t-test analysis, ANOVA, and multiple classification analysis (MCA) at 0.05 alpha level of significance. The findings revealed that students' academic discipline with 59%, year of study with 51%, and socio-economic status with 64% affected their use of library services.

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Implications Of Hypertext Theory For The Reading, Organization, And Retrieval Of Information, Megan Fitzgibbons Mar 2008

Implications Of Hypertext Theory For The Reading, Organization, And Retrieval Of Information, Megan Fitzgibbons

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Hypertext, the creation of links within or among texts in a digital environment, is the basis on which documents are transmitted electronically. This paper explores implications of hypertext theory for how users read, seek, and understand information. Hypertext does not necessarily change reading cognition, but its nodal structure affects readers' interactions with texts on a conceptual level. From a broader perspective, hypertext applications create and organize networks of literature that can be retrieved on a multiplicity of levels. Hypertext and its connecting properties allow 1) information seekers to accomplish their tasks in a digital environment, and 2) information professionals to …

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Making E-Reference Books Findable, Mohan Ramaswamy, Tara Baillargeon, Charlene N. Simser Mar 2008

Making E-Reference Books Findable, Mohan Ramaswamy, Tara Baillargeon, Charlene N. Simser

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Internet has significantly changed the ways in which information is provided, particularly in libraries. Libraries are buying increasing numbers of electronic reference (e-Reference) materials which are buried in the catalog or on web pages, not to be easily found by the user. Unlike print reference books, e-Reference books are not found on libraries’ reference shelves and, therefore, are underused. Libraries face the dilemma of how to make e-Reference books more accessible to patrons. Kansas State University Libraries are addressing this challenge by using the powerful metadata behind OPAC records to create browsable e-Reference lists. These lists are also published …

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What Do Students Want? A Focus Group Study Of Students At A Mid-Sized Public University, Michael A. Weber, Robert Flatley Mar 2008

What Do Students Want? A Focus Group Study Of Students 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 students find information and what role they see the library playing on campus. Results indicated that relied heavily on the Internet for their information needs but felt the played a vital role.

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Librarians And The Attention Economy, Karl Bridges Mar 2008

Librarians And The Attention Economy, Karl Bridges

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

With the advent of Web 2.0, libraries began not only developing innovative technology, but also new economic paradigms for library services. The present economic situation for libraries is unsustainable. Libraries, as a practical matter, cannot pay attention to everything, to every node, to every leaf on the tree of knowledge. Through creation of multiple points of interaction with users the result is an increase in the level of attention paid by the user compared to the static nature of Web 1.0 technologies which were mostly passive in regards to the users.Web 2.0 also represents an attempt to deal with the …

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Application Of Johari Window Theory To Understanding Librarian's Changing Roles As Information Providers, M. A. Akewukereke, Ibitoye Samuel Olukayode Mar 2008

Application Of Johari Window Theory To Understanding Librarian's Changing Roles As Information Providers, M. A. Akewukereke, Ibitoye Samuel Olukayode

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Johari Window is a tool for improving organizational communication. It contains four quadrants, which represent how individuals are known to themselves and others. Using this tool can reveal more about librarians' self-image and can lead to stronger organizations and better service.

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Bridging The Information Divide Among Engineering College Libraries In Tamil Nadu, India: A Network Design, S. Sivaraj, S. Mohammed Esmail, M. Kanakaraj Mar 2008

Bridging The Information Divide Among Engineering College Libraries In Tamil Nadu, India: A Network Design, S. Sivaraj, S. Mohammed Esmail, M. Kanakaraj

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The pattern of engineering education and research is changing in response to new methods, techniques, and applications of technology. Engineering colleges are in constant need of information about developments in science and technology. In today's environment, it is impossible for any library to stand alone. No library can singlehandedly obtain all the material that is needed or requested. Engineering libraries must share resources and organize cooperative services. Advances in information technology offer methods of networking and resource sharing among the geographically dispersed and remotely located library and information centres. This paper discusses ways that engineering colleges can share resources in …

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Self-Creation And Communal-Creation: A Philosophy Of Reference Service, Kristina Jung Mar 2008

Self-Creation And Communal-Creation: A Philosophy Of Reference Service, Kristina Jung

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Academic library reference service is vital to students. In the academic setting, reference service is closely tied to library instruction. Library instruction provides learning tools for the search for information. The academic library reinforces this idea by providing different channels for reference service, including the collection, the librarian, and instruction. Reference service can also be a part of open-ended semiosis for both the individual and the community. The academic library fosters relationships that create meaning through both self-creation and communal-creation.

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Spartan Daily, March 20, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 20, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 33

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Spartan Daily, March 19, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 19, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 32

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Naccs 35th Annual Conference, National Association For Chicana And Chicano Studies Mar 2008

Naccs 35th Annual Conference, National Association For Chicana And Chicano Studies

NACCS Conference Programs

Poesía, Baile y Canción: The Politics, Implications, and Future of Chicana/os' Cultural Production
March 19-22, 2008
Hyatt Regency Hotel

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Spartan Daily, March 18, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 18, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 31

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Spartan Daily, March 17, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 17, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 30

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Spartan Daily, March 13, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 13, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 29

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Spartan Daily, March 12, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 12, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 28

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Spartan Daily, March 11, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 11, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 27

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Spartan Daily, March 10, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 10, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 26

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Spartan Daily, March 6, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 6, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 25

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Spartan Daily, March 5, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 5, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 24

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Spartan Daily, March 4, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 4, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 23

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Development Of Public Libraries In India, Zahid Ashraf Wani Mar 2008

Development Of Public Libraries In India, Zahid Ashraf Wani

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper is an overview of public library development in India from ancient times to the present day. It describes initiatives undertaken by private foundations and by local, state, and central government, and details the particular characteristics of Indian society and their relationship to library and information systems.

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Spartan Daily, March 3, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Mar 2008

Spartan Daily, March 3, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 22

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Information Outlook, March 2008, Special Libraries Association Mar 2008

Information Outlook, March 2008, Special Libraries Association

Information Outlook, 2008

Volume 12, Issue 3

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The Crisis In Transportation Workforce Development, Mti S 07-01, Mineta Mar 2008

The Crisis In Transportation Workforce Development, Mti S 07-01, Mineta

Mineta Transportation Institute

This publication is an edited transcript of The Crisis in Transportation Workforce Development, a symposium held on October 6, 2007. The symposium was sponsored by the Mineta Transportation Institute and the Rahall Transportation Institute, and co-sponsored by the American Association of Railroads, the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials, the American Public Transportation Association, the Federal Railroad Administration, the Federal Transit Administration and the National Railroad Passenger Corporation. For this symposium numerous policy makers, transit executives and human relations professionals charged with recruiting staff were invited to participate in the open forum. Topics of discussion included the imminent retirement …

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Spartan Daily, February 28, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Feb 2008

Spartan Daily, February 28, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 21

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Spartan Daily, February 27, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Feb 2008

Spartan Daily, February 27, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 20

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Spartan Daily, February 26, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Feb 2008

Spartan Daily, February 26, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 19

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The Reference Interview: Theories And Practice, Stephanie Willen Brown Feb 2008

The Reference Interview: Theories And Practice, Stephanie Willen Brown

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The reference librarian's task is to translate the patron's question into one that can be answered with the library's resources. The first element of that task is to know what the patron wants; the second is to know what resources the library has and how to use them. Reference librarians must learn continuously throughout their careers, both because new resources become available, but also because patrons present questions requiring new resources. This article will focus on how to determine what kind of information the patron needs through the reference interview.

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Spartan Daily, February 25, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications Feb 2008

Spartan Daily, February 25, 2008, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 130, Issue 18

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