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Whisler, Karen; Slough, Marlene; Sung, Nackil; Cressman, Barbara – Illinois Libraries, 1998
Describes a study conducted at Eastern Illinois University's library that examined nine full-text databases to determine the content and subject coverage of each database. Discusses implications for collection development, including policies for the evaluation of electronic resources; and the need for dialog between librarians and vendors. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Content Analysis, Electronic Libraries, Evaluation Methods
Lenox, Mary F. – Illinois Libraries, 1993
Discussion of the projected growth in ethnic and racial minority groups focuses on diversity in libraries and suggests strategies for assessing current library practices and planning for the future. Topics addressed include leadership, including goals, objectives, and policies; staff development; and program development, including outreach…
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Ethnic Groups, Leadership, Library Collection Development
Sorensen, Mark W. – Illinois Libraries, 1996
Analyzes a 1993 censorship case involving public protest against the Fairfax County (Virginia) Library System's display of a gay newspaper. The case gave rise to the Family Friendly Libraries movement. The responsible librarian should select to maintain a balanced collection, know the community, educate the library board and develop consensus on…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Activism, Censorship, Community Support
