Describes the operation of an automated system that manipulates statistics for the online search service at the Texas Christian University Library. Sample input and worksheets are displayed. (FM)

Discusses a new library "ecology" in which interdependence is the dominant force, and the establishment of new operating mechanisms (e.g., a national periodicals center and a national library agency). The need for better ways to set basic policies and a more scientific method of management are also considered. (Author/JD)

The success of academic librarians depends on their ability to escape a working pattern of routine and reaction and to master the professional role--to be aware of the library's dynamic environment, to exercise individual initiative, and to willingly engage in critical analysis and evaluation of their and their library's performance. (Author)

Describes the tutorial library instruction program at Berea College which is based entirely on tutorial procedures. (Author/RAA)

Suggests such traditional measures of an academic library's worth as volumes added, numbers of serials, total staff, and materials expenditures have no significant correlation to the effectiveness of a library's services or user satisfaction; also that future success in effectiveness lies with cost effective management of available resources. (RAA)

Describes the history and development of the Tri-State College Library Cooperative (TCLC) Literature Search Center, a network of small academic libraries that cooperate to provide a computerized literature search service. (FM)

Applies the concept of competency-based education to library user instruction, and describes a number of competency-based programs currently in operation at academic libraries. (FM)

Anticipation of current and future needs of scholars should be a major concern of builders of research collections. This may result in a certain percentage of unused books; however, this is a justified and necessary expense if scholarship and research are to continue. (RAA)

Reading is the key for reference librarians to increase general and subject knowledge for continuing professional growth. Continuing education has been limited in practice and thinking to the technical aspects of the profession. (RAA)

The approach to planning described is a process of self-study for academic librarians that can be used to improve library effectiveness. (MBR)

Argues that the study and preservation of popular culture would lead to better understanding of the American people but that these cultural patterns have been largely ignored by the academic community. Four steps are outlined to facilitate the collection of popular culture materials by academic libraries. (CWM)

Summarizes results from a survey of construction of new academic law libraries and extension of existing libraries from 1967 to 1976. Facilities discussed include stacks, reading rooms, audiovisual materials, computer terminals, special purpose rooms, and special libraries. Library integrity is viewed as a major factor in design and construction.…

Composed mostly of photographs and statistical tables, this survey report provides data about construction costs, book capacity, and seating capacity for academic libraries. New libraries, additions, addition/renovations, renovations only, and new law libraries are the subjects of the statistical presentation. (SW)

A literature survey of user attitudes and perceptions of circulation services (loan periods, availability of materials, hours of service) in academic libraries indicates a need for better library skills training and professional staff at the circulation desk. (LS)

Interviews with two reference librarians and two users of reference services explored the concept of quality in academic reference services. The study determined that providers and users agreed on the meaning of quality service: librarian knowledge and willingness; mutual expectations, willingness, competence, and satisfaction between librarian…