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McClure, Charles R. – Microform Review, 1977
This article provides a framework for identifying the administrative parameters that affect the handling of microformated government publications in a library. Once the structure has been explicated, suggestions for successful administrative integration of microformated government publications are described. (Author)
Descriptors: Government Publications, Librarians, Library Administration, Library Services
White, Herbert S. – Library Journal, 1985
Discussion of application of cost benefit analysis (CBA) accounting techniques to libraries highlights user willingness to be charged for services provided, reasons why CBA will not work in library settings, libraries and budgets, cost distribution on basis of presumed or expected use, implementation of information-seeking behavior control, and…
Descriptors: Accounting, Budgets, Cost Effectiveness, Costs
Hafner, Arthur W.; Kibble-Smith, Brian G. – Library Journal, 1988
Discusses corrective action and employee discipline in library management, covering: (1) factors affecting the library manager's right to discipline; (2) employee orientation and training; (3) employee performance measurement; (4) corrective strategies; (5) termination as an option; (6) the importance of fairness; and (7) positive results of…
Descriptors: Discipline, Library Administration, Personnel Evaluation, Personnel Management
Baker, Donna P. – Illinois Libraries, 1988
This examination of the nature of communication between public library youth services managers and upper management stresses the need for middle managers to develop upward communication skills. Parallels are drawn with such games as "Risk,""Clue," and "Cat's Cradle," and 13 references are listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Games, Library Administration, Organizational Communication
Miller, Rachel M. – Illinois Libraries, 1988
If the youth services department is to receive its fair share of staff, equipment, respect, and funding, the youth services librarian must learn to express needs to the library director in terms of statistics, goals and objectives, and budget. (MES)
Descriptors: Guidelines, Library Administration, Library Planning, Organizational Communication
Frey, Yvonne A. – Illinois Libraries, 1988
Describes some of the children's services and creative means for stretching the budget to provide these services at the Peoria (Illinois) Public Library. Topics include (1) use of volunteers; (2) acquisition of materials through donations; (3) guest speakers; and (4) solicitation of prizes and reading incentives from businesses and agencies. (MES)
Descriptors: Library Acquisition, Library Administration, Library Services, Public Libraries
Anderson, Dorothy J. – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1984
This article analyzes characteristics of competition and cooperation, identifies associated benefits and risks, and examines ways in which each strategy can be used by library managers as part of a flexible communication style. Considerations in choosing a communication strategy are noted. Thirty-three references are cited. (EJS)
Descriptors: Administrators, Competition, Cooperation, Interpersonal Communication
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Xingyun, Luo – International Library Review, 1985
Outlines development of business and library management in western countries, management approaches in China in general, and Chinese library and information services in particular. Suggestions for improvement of Chinese library services address geographic distribution, regional cooperation, national referral services, open access, publicity,…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, History, Library Administration, Library Planning
Gaines, Ervin J.; Huttner, Marian A. – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1983
This article enumerates factors which created demand for fee-based information service (commercial databases, competition for proprietary information in business world, effectiveness of librarians) and relates experiences at two public libraries. Sources of business, value of advertising, techniques of selling, and hiring and deployment of staff…
Descriptors: Fees, Library Administration, Library Services, Public Libraries
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Stephan, Sandra – Catholic Library World, 1976
Acting in an administrative capacity, volunteers can initiate and coordinate a myriad of functions. (Author)
Descriptors: Governing Boards, Library Administration, Public Libraries, Volunteer Training
Levy, Elva – UNESCO Journal of Information Science, Librarianship and Archives Administration, 1980
Describes the aims, historical background, and present operations of the United Nations depository library system. Included are criteria for designation and distribution of libraries by region and type and a list of member countries without such service. (RAA)
Descriptors: Depository Libraries, History, International Programs, Library Administration
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Shaughnessy, Thomas W. – Library Trends, 1979
Suggests that adaptation to new types of library services may require administrations to alter organizational structures and personnel management practices. A list of references is provided. (FM)
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Services, Organization, Personnel Management
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Montague, Eleanor – Journal of Library Automation, 1978
The development of automated systems in libraries is traced through three broad phases: developmental, operational, and integrative. Management reactions to these phases, as well as typical problems and failures, are characterized, and questions and challenges for management to address in the future are explored. (Author)
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Administrator Responsibility, Essays, Library Administration
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Woodard, Beth S.; Hinchliffe, Lisa Janicke – Journal of Library Administration, 2002
Presents theoretical frameworks relating to technological change and innovation, including the diffusion of innovations, and then discusses how those theories can be applied to the management of instruction programs in libraries. Highlights include traditional instructional strategies; infrastructure and support; integrating technology into…
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Innovation, Library Administration, Library Instruction
Cohen, Alexander; Cohen, Elaine – Computers in Libraries, 2003
Discusses library consultants and offers a step-by-step plan for selecting a consultant who meets a library's specific needs. Topics include setting criteria and the type of consultant needed; turnaround time; Request for Proposal or Request for Qualifications; and building consensus between staff, management, and the consultant. (LRW)
Descriptors: Consultants, Criteria, Libraries, Library Administration
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