Analyzing Library Survey Data Using Factor Analysis.

Phillips, Linda L.; Lyons, William

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ERIC Number: EJ423274

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1990

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Analyzing Library Survey Data Using Factor Analysis.

Phillips, Linda L.; Lyons, William

College and Research Libraries, v51 n5 p483-89 Sep 1990

Illustrates the use of factor analysis in interpreting large sets of data. Describes how factor analysis of a 19-question survey revealed faculty opinions about library policies for (1) computerized access; (2) circulation; (3) specialized collections/services; and (4) the general collection. A characterization of each category is followed by suggested applications of the factor analysis technique. (Author/SD)

Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Administrative Policy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretation, Factor Analysis, Higher Education, Library Policy, Library Services, Library Statistics, Library Surveys, Research Methodology

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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