Analysis of Searches by End-Users of Science and Engineering CD-ROM Databases in an Academic Library.

Culbertson, Michael

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Publication Date: 1992

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Analysis of Searches by End-Users of Science and Engineering CD-ROM Databases in an Academic Library.

Culbertson, Michael

CD-ROM Professional, v5 n2 p76-79 Mar 1992

This study analyzed CD-ROM searches in five science and engineering databases in an academic library. Results indicated that users were usually able to obtain results and print records but that few used more sophisticated techniques to refine their searches. It was concluded that instruction in CD-ROM database searching should be a high priority. (11 references) (MES)

Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Library Instruction, Library Services, Online Searching, Optical Data Disks, Reference Services, Research Needs, Scientific and Technical Information, Search Strategies, Use Studies, Users (Information)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires

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Language: English

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