Techniques for training staff in the use and maintenance of microfilm readers and communicating effectively with users. (Author)

Explores the advantages and disadvantages of using color microforms. The types of color film are described, and problems of fading and the cost effectiveness of using color are discussed. (6 references) (MES)

Discusses three methods for the preservation of the intellectual content of deteriorating paper materials--photocopying, microforms, and electronic digital technologies. Topics addressed include selection, preparation procedures, standards, bibliographic control, obsolescence of technologies, costs and user fees as possible deterrents to access to…

Considers the potential benefits of microforms in law libraries and suggests some ways of overcoming resistance to their use from other staff members and administrators, as well as users. (CMV)

An acquisitions guide listing sources of government documents to aid in selective purchase of materials. (JAB)

This article presents data (types of microforms collected, purpose of collection, reviewing media used for microform evaluation, vendors used, degree of service and product satisfaction) developed through a survey of academic libraries with U.S. Government documents depositories. (Author/JAB)

Discussion of topics relating to microform sets of primary material covers value, users, the lack of reviews, difficulty of examination, institutional focus, and selection. Selection factors suggested include: content; reason for the set; sponsoring institution; past use of the collection; publishers' reputation; guides; editors; advertisements;…

Describes activities of Library of Congress Music Division's Music Preservation Microfilming Project originated in 1970. Current and upcoming filming projects are noted, including Brahms' original music manuscripts (holographs) and correspondence; Liszt holographs, correspondence, and first editions; piano-vocal scores and librettos of Victor…

Focusing on micrographics, this article discusses the role of the Association for Information and Image Management (AIIM) in the development and sponsorship of standards applicable to libraries. Standards relating to microformats, assessment of microform quality, and truly "archival" conditions are examined. A list of current AIIM…

Summarizes problems posed by bibliographic control of large microform collections, and outlines five means of control--catalog items from scratch; obtain records from bibliographic utilities; use cataloging provided by micropublishers; provide in-house guides to collections; participate in cooperative cataloging project. Controversy over…

Presents a technical history of color microforms along with problems associated with their use, such as permanence and reading equipment. An analysis is then given of possible applications of color micropublishing, with a discussion of eight different categories of materials. (Author/CMV)

Discusses possible ways of maximizing the use of microforms by students and faculty through recognizing their distinct requirements as a different medium. (Author)

Provides background on the Association for Information and Image Management (AIIM) and presents information on the strength of the micrographics sector of the industry. The changing role of AIIM in the face of technological developments and increasing diversity of its membership are discussed. (MES)

Describes the retrospective conversion of microform card files of serials and monographs at Pennsylvania State University. The discussion covers decisions made regarding microreproduction notes, series tracings, micro call numbers and holdings information, and analytics. Appendices provide examples of multiple versions of the same work on one…

Discusses the impact of the recent emphasis on gender studies and efforts to mainstream women's studies into a broader academic context on the publication of microform sets of women's studies resources. Recently published materials are described and a checklist of 18 commercially published microform resources is provided. (CLB)