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Rutstein, Joel S. – 1982
Based on observations made during a 1979-80 study trip, this paper presents a critical view of academic librarianship and libraries in India, emphasizing issues confronting the library profession and its ability to fulfill library objectives in a developing nation. It is noted that modern India is a society closely tied to tradition while at the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Developing Nations, Higher Education, Librarians
Doan, Janice K. – School Library Media Quarterly, 1985
Discussion of role of school library media centers (SLMCs) in multitype library networks notes five basic factors that contribute to their exclusion from library networks: psychological, political and legal, funding, communication, and planning. Examples of programs attempting to reduce barriers to school participation in library networks are…
Descriptors: Consortia, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers, Library Cooperation
O'Dell, Katie – 2002
This book describes how libraries can define their service goals to better serve and empower young women, including how to establish partnerships with organizations, offer developmentally appropriate programming, and provide timely reader's advisory services. Chapter 1, "Girls in the Spotlight: A Short History," addresses the search for…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Females, Information Technology
Vermont State Dept. of Libraries, Montpelier. – 1982
This catalog provides ideas for sharing library resources, programs, administrative and other procedures, and services between all sizes of public libraries in Vermont. It is noted that many of the ideas are the result of a 1981 survey of Vermont public librarians, and their perceptions of library needs and additional desired services, as…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Guidelines, Interlibrary Loans, Library Cooperation
Francisco, Grace; Hannah, Kathryn Covier; Keller, Shelly G.; Waters, Joan; Wong, Patricia M. Y. – 2001
This document provides case studies that represent a sampling of successful public library joint ventures in California and other U.S. cities and counties. Chapter 1 defines what a partnership is and how a joint venture differs from a partnership. It also describes the benefits of partnering, the knowledge, attitude, and skills required, and how…
Descriptors: Business, Case Studies, Cooperative Programs, Library Cooperation
Penchansky, Mimi B., Comp.; Halicki-Conrad, Adam, Comp. – 1986
For the purpose of this bibliography, international librarianship focuses on the role of information in society, and the methods of its acquisition, processing, retrieval, and dissemination across national boundaries by means of international library cooperation through the formulation and development of common standards, policies, and practices.…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Developing Nations, Information Processing, International Cooperation
Townley, Charles T.; And Others – 1983
Policies and procedures are outlined for the Online Database Information Network (ODIN), a cooperative of libraries in south-central Pennsylvania, which was organized to improve library services through technology. The first section covers organization and goals, members, and responsibilities of the administrative council and libraries. Patrons…
Descriptors: Administration, Databases, Guidelines, Information Networks
Dougherty, Richard M. – 1983
Ways in which academic libraries can contribute to strengthening the educational system are examined, and obstacles to be overcome or circumvented are considered. Primary focus is on the generic academic library. An overview is presented on what is known about libraries and learning, and the use of library resources. Several seminal studies are…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, College Faculty, College School Cooperation, Educationally Disadvantaged
Sadoski, Doris; And Others – 1978
This 10-day institute provided its 26 participants with: (1) presentations on the need for and methods of providing library services for the deaf and hearing impaired, covering such topics as the cataloging and acquisition of deaf material, and Braille Institute and Library of Congress resources for the physically handicapped; (2) field trips to a…
Descriptors: Captions, Communication Aids (for Disabled), Deaf Interpreting, Deafness
Michigan Library, Lansing. – 1986
The first of the two reports presented here begins by listing the members and alternate members of the Michigan State Legislature; members of the Library of Michigan Board of Trustees; and Library of Michigan officials. A directory of the state's 16 public library cooperatives is also provided, together with maps showing their geographic…
Descriptors: Annual Reports, Blindness, Library Administration, Library Cooperation
Krubsack, Harold; And Others – 1985
Resulting from a concern for a need to develop strong communication links between school media specialists and public librarians, this publication presents ideas and examples of cooperative activities that are, for the most part, easy to implement. While not all activities may be necessary or even appropriate in all situations, they are presented…
Descriptors: Cooperative Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers, Library Cooperation
Kite, Leslie – 1983
The interlibrary loan policies of the reference department of the Charles Von der Ahe Library at Loyola Marymount University are detailed in this policy statement. The document is divided into four main sections: policy for borrowing, procedures for borrowing, policy for lending, and procedures for lending. In addition to the policy statement, 19…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Copyrights, Higher Education, Interlibrary Loans
Connor, Vianne, Ed. – 1987
Following a directory of New Jersey State Library staff, narrative and statistical information on fiscal year 1986 grant programs administered by the Library Development Bureau of the New Jersey State Library is provided for the following funding categories: (1) New Jersey state library aid, including per capita aid, incentive grants, area…
Descriptors: Federal Aid, Grants, Library Administration, Library Cooperation
Malus, Susan – Library Journal, 1987
Describes the design, development, and implementation of an adult literacy program incorporating adult learning centers within the Brooklyn Public Library system. (CLB)
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Reading Programs, Financial Support
Association of Research Libraries, Washington, DC. Office of Management Studies. – 1983
This 11-document kit introduces the current and planned uses of telecommunications facilities in the computerized information systems of several research libraries, public libraries, and library groups contacted in 1983. The first two documents are excerpts from reports on networks: "Telecommunications: An Overview for OCLC," and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education, Information Science