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Publication Date: 1998
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Transition to Electronic Access of Government Information: Are the Depository Libraries Prepared?
Vaughan, Liwen Qiu; Dolan, Elizabeth
Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science, v23 n4 p62-88 Dec 1998
Examines the readiness of depository libraries in Canada to adopt new technologies for disseminating government publications. Findings are reported on current use of different publication formats, type of help sought by users, staff skills and training needs, adequacy of physical and financial resources, support from governing bodies, and perceived changes to come. (AEF)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Change, Depository Libraries, Electronic Journals, Federal Government, Financial Support, Foreign Countries, Government Publications, Information Dissemination, Information Services, Information Sources, Library Development, Library Services, Nonprint Media, Online Systems, Professional Development, Training, Use Studies
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Canada
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