Discussion of the cyclic nature of library use focuses on the use of spectral analysis to identify periods in library circulation series and pickup for shelving at the State University of New York at Buffalo. The theoretical context of time and frequency domains is presented. (Author/LRW)

Discussion of strategic planning in academic libraries focuses on Bowling Green State University's experience with the strategic planning process. A strategic planning model is explained; the development of goals, objectives, and priorities is discussed; planning for implementation is described; and the review and revision process is discussed.…

Describes the resources available to scholars in the library and information science collections of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the University of Western Ontario. For each university, the description includes a history of the development of the school of library and information science as well as resources found in special…

The University of Northern Colorado has had a curriculum materials collection in its library since 1896. This early collection contained school furniture, books, pictures, apparatus and devices for class use, games, and toys. The collection has been maintained despite periods of neglect and today contains all the formats of an up-to-date…

Presents a functional organizational model for research libraries consisting of six major divisions and subunits: acquisition (buying, borrowing, leasing); organization (records creation, records maintenance); collections (collections management, selection, preservation, special collections and archives); interpretation (reference, instructional…

Recommends and describes assertive management techniques for dealing with conflicts or problems in libraries: (1) listening to understand problems; (2) stating expectations clearly; (3) focusing attention on the real issue; (4) explaining situational givens; (5) compromising/negotiating when possible; (6) being persistent and patient; (7) giving…

Describes an experimental project at Carnegie Mellon University to enhance catalog records in order to improve the quality of the records and access to resources. Criteria for selecting books for enhanced cataloging and implementation of enhancement procedures are discussed. Several sample screen displays are included. (Three references) (MES)

Describes the results of a survey conducted at Penn State University that examined the collaborative publications of academic librarians. Discusses co-authors' views of the benefits of collaboration and whether collaboration produces a higher quality journal article than does a single-authored article. (Contains 29 references.) (LRW)

Discusses annual fund-raising programs in academic libraries and identifies factors for success, including identifying the library's constituents, developing a compelling case for support, and determining how to deliver the message most effectively. Provides examples from Canadian and U.S. academic libraries. (Author/LRW)

A survey of evaluation practices used to assess the effectiveness of library instruction at 44 colleges and universities found that "reaction data" was used most often, although it provided little evidence of what the students learned. Argues that subjective data alone are inadequate to measure student learning, guide program…

Discusses use of the World Wide Web to enhance use of library special collections. Highlights include Web site development at the University of Idaho; starting with basic content and then adding on in increments, incorporating Cascading Style Sheets and other improvements; nontraditional outreach on the Web; and electronic mail. (LRW)

Demonstrates that a broadened concept of staff development is important and possible. Describes the steps one library took in establishing a staff development plan; the committee that developed the programs; successful programs; and how, with modest expenditures, an investment can grow and provide benefits. Appendixes contain memos and an…

Provides an introduction to this theme issue by reviewing the status of bibliographic instruction, particularly in academic libraries, over the past decade. Topics include criticism, the need for evaluation, practical and theoretical viewpoints, the need for collaboration, the impact of technology, the need to recognize cultural diversity; and…

Examines the relationship between and among designers, text, and users of the Galter Health Sciences Library Web site at Northwestern University by applying reader-response criticism. Highlights include Web site design; comparison of designers' intentions with the actual organization of knowledge on the Web site; and compares designer's intentions…

Evaluates universe coverage, data coverage, and response rates of the Academic Libraries Survey. Includes examination of survey design and data collection, perceptions of regional survey coordinators, and reporting by public versus private institutions. (Author)