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Hall, Leilani – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Describes a workshop program developed at the California State University Sacramento to familiarize faculty with the library's electronic resources. The broad subject areas targeted were business, humanities, social sciences, and science and technology. Training covered the online catalog, article indexes, and databases. Evaluations of the…
Descriptors: Databases, Faculty Development, Information Literacy, Information Technology
Peer reviewedBarbier, Pat – Community & Junior College Libraries, 2003
Discusses a user satisfaction survey distributed to patrons of the M.M. Bennett Library at St. Petersburg College (Florida). Reports that satisfaction with reference assistance has varied, although there has been an improvement in the rating of library instructions since this question was first posed in 1999. Suggests that paper surveys are easier…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, College Libraries, Community Colleges, Library Equipment
O'Leary, Mick – Online, 1990
Identifies the questions librarians should ask before adopting local online, and compares the advantages and disadvantages of CD-ROM and site database systems. User reactions to local online are discussed and the impact of such systems on reference services and the reference librarian's job content are examined. (CLB)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Library Equipment, Library Instruction
Peer reviewedBakker, Connie – College & University Media Review, 1998
Describes the Scoville Learning Center at Adirondack Community College (Queensbury, New York). Discusses the layout and functions of the building's three floors and learning-resources services, including staff, library instruction seminars, the online catalog, outreach, equipment, computer labs, and future plans. (AEF)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Facilities, Higher Education, Learning Resources Centers
Chan, Jeanie; Whelan, Errol – Education Canada, 1988
Discusses the development of a computerized high school library which uses CD-ROM optical storage systems. Describes hardware and software, setting up the system, preparing the online catalog, teaching information retrieval skills, and project evaluation. Notes prices of CD-ROM disks and equipment purchased. 4 references. (SV)
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, High Schools, Information Storage, Information Technology
School Library Media Activities Monthly, 1996
Describes ways to instill in elementary school students a sense of ownership of the library media center and self-confidence in its use. Topics include signage; student "licenses" for completion of training on library equipment; individual rewards; "footprints" or similar pathfinders on the floor; maps; and browsing and…
Descriptors: Educational Games, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedParker-Gibson, Necia – Research Strategies, 1994
Librarians at the University of Arkansas (Fayetteville) offer CD-ROM database and online catalog training using a portable unit composed of a laptop computer, modem, LCD panel, and overhead projector. This unit allows librarians to make presentations to large groups and to demonstrate to faculty and students the relevancy of library technology.…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, College Libraries, Demonstrations (Educational), Educational Strategies
