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The Little Giant: The IBM Series/1 in Library Applications.
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Hendricks, Donald D.; Manino, Glenn – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
This description of the use of IBM Series/1 minicomputers to implement a library automation system includes discussion of current functions of the system, the system configuration, communications capabilities, software, and cost factors. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Case Studies, Cost Effectiveness, Equipment Evaluation
Libraries and Computing Centers: Issues of Mutual Concern.
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Dougherty, Richard M.; Bechtel, Joan – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1988
The first of two articles discusses the obstacles to and advantages of cooperative systems planning and development by a team of academic librarians and computing center staff. The second examines the differences in funding approaches to libraries and computer centers, and budgetary problems involved when the two organizations share computer…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Budgeting, Case Studies, Cooperative Planning
The University of Michigan: College and University Computing Environment.
CAUSE/EFFECT, 1985
A major change is underway at the University of Michigan as a new telecommunications network is being installed to become the central focus for information technology on the campus as voice communication, mainframe, minicomputer, and microcomputer installations all become part of the network. (MLW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Administration, Computers, Data Processing
ELCAT: An E-Learning Content Adaptation Toolkit
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Clements, Iain; Xu, Zhijie – Campus-Wide Information Systems, 2005
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to present an e-learning content adaptation toolkit--ELCAT--that helps to achieve the objectives of the KTP project No. 3509. Design/methodology/approach: The chosen methodology is absolutely practical. The tool was put into motion and results were observed as university and the collaborating company members…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Internet, Computer System Design, User Needs (Information)
Curriculum Development in the Education of Adults. A Manual for Practitioners. An FEU Staff Development Publication.
Chadwick, Alan, Ed.; Legge, Derek, Ed. – 1984
This manual, based on two years of research in Great Britain, is intended to assist those who are involved in the education of adults. In particular, it is intended to persuade adult educators to examine the relationships between policies and practice and thereby enhance the effectiveness of educational provision. The first section of the manual…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Case Studies, Curriculum Development, Educational Administration
Automating the Circulation Services of a Small Library.
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Gaudet, Jean Ann – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1987
Discusses the management predicaments encountered in decision making for a very small school library and the reasons that procedures recommended in the literature may not be applicable. The process used in planning and implementing an online circulation system in a high school library is described. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cost Effectiveness, Decision Making, Evaluation Methods
Management Styles and Techniques: Machines.
Steffen, Susan Swords – Illinois Libraries, 1987
Describes the management approach used to introduce new technologies in an academic library and the success of this approach. The management of change is discussed in terms of communication between management and personnel; management style; development of a system; staff development; and sensitivity to staff reactions and needs. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Case Studies, Change Strategies, Higher Education