A report entitled "Resources of Canadian Academic and Research Libraries," by Robert B. Downs, (ED 019 095) was the subject of conference held in Montreal, in April 1968, sponsored by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada and the Canadian Association of College and University Libraries. This document consists of two key…

In 1961, the American Association of School Librarians requested a status study to identify elementary, junior and senior high school library programs which serve as instructional materials centers (IMC). An IMC library provides all types of instructional materials and services for teachers and pupils. Initial findings, which were tabulated after…

A microform program is proposed based on the availability of the microforms and the literature requirements of a growing health science community. The program concentrates on miniaturized serials, government-sponsored research reports, and micrographic catalogues. It considers their acquisitions, format, and organization; itemizes the hardware…

There should be no barriers to school library use for handicapped children, since their limitations may make the library a window on the world which they would not otherwise have. Sometimes these children who most need help may not be tolerated in a library because of their behavior, or the library may not provide appropriate materials. There are…

The state of Washington studied ways to deliver library materials by mail, with patrons ordering from a Sears-type catalog of materials. Investigation techniques included a literature search, on-site observations, personal interviews, statistical analyses, mathematical modeling, and computer simulation. It was concluded that mail order book…

This handbook has been prepared by a committee composed of administrators and media specialists under the direction of the Department of Public Instruction. Its purpose is to establish guidelines for media centers in the secondary schools of Iowa. Most secondary schools in Iowa now have traditional libraries. This handbook provides guidelines for…

The Howard University library system is reviewed as an organization in this report which analyzes its facilities, reports on a user/non-user survey, and gives a statistical overview. Recommendations for making the library a vital part of the educational program and for increasing its usefulness are included. From the data gathered it was concluded…

Designed to be used by those responsible for providing library resources for educational units in nursing, this publication contains standards and suggestions for evaluating the library resources for university, collegiate, and diploma nursing or practical nursing programs. Standards are provided for: (1) The Library Collection, including…

The series of analytic reports on management and salary data of the academic libraries, paralleling the series titled "Library Statistics of Colleges and Universities, Institutional Data," is continued by this publication. The statistical tables of this report are of value to administrators, librarians, and others because: (1) they help…

This booklet has been designed for use in the following areas: (1) As a data collection instrument providing a measure of media program development in the State of Wisconsin. As such, it will be used in conjunction with information from the earlier School Library Survey to provide state-level longitudinal data on school media programs; (2) As a…

New or remodeled library learning centers for 125 elementary and 44 high schools are close to completion in Columbus, Ohio. (MLF)

Results of a nationwide survey of academic library building, additions, and renovating in 1977 indicate a downward trend. (KP)

Discusses the following aspects of the design of mechanical and electrical systems to meet the various requirements of libraries: (1) library planning teams; (2) raised floors; (3) lighting considerations; (4) air quality; (5) acoustics; and (6) climate controls. The importance of adaptability to meet future needs is stressed. (MES)

This extensive bibliography on library building includes 15 categories: bibliography; background; general; planning teams; building programs; alternatives to new buildings; academic libraries; public libraries; school libraries; special libraries; site selection; interior planning and equipment; maintenance; security; and moving. (MES)

Traces the eight-year planning and construction process which resulted in the Santa Monica College Library and Learning Resource Center (LRC). Describes the facilities and services of the LRC, budgeting allocations and financial problems, staffing, and use of automation. (DMM)