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The Social Construction of a Digital Library: A Case Study Examining Implications for Evaluation.
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Kilker, Julian; Gay, Geri – Information Technology and Libraries, 1998
Describes the social construction of technology (SCOT) framework which encourages a focus on the multiple perspectives inherent in the development and evaluation of digital libraries. Relevant social groups, interpretive flexibility, and closure are used to examine an evaluation case study of the "Making of America" (MOA) digital library…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Electronic Libraries, Evaluation Methods, Information Technology
VTLS Proceedings.
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Scheid, Barbara; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1996
Includes five papers presented at the 1995 VTLS Inc. Fifth Annual Director's Conference in Roanoke (Virginia), entitled "Back to Basics: Rethinking Libraries." Topics include libraries' use of high technology, collection management and electronic publishing, public services and telecommuting clientele, what to expect of library school…
Descriptors: Conference Proceedings, Electronic Libraries, Electronic Publishing, Information Technology