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Rx for Library Management.
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Cage, Alvin C. – College and Research Libraries, 1986
Examines recent developments in field of systems theory that can improve library management practices by broadening perspective in which these problems may be approached. The concept of organizational life cycles is discussed and a paradigm for application of its principles is developed. An Rx decision chart is appended. (9 references) (EJS)
Descriptors: Diagrams, Library Administration, Library Planning, Management Systems
The Nature of Learners as Total Systems with Implications for Research and Instructional Development: A Theoretical/Conceptual Paradigm.
Beckwith, Don – Journal of Visual/Verbal Languaging, 1983
Offers a conceptual/theoretical model of learners as total systems representing four learner system types: reactive, preactive, proactive, and spiralling. Motivation, behavioral manifestations, predominant learning strategies, and successful learning environments of these learner types are discussed. Instructional development and research…
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Definitions, Diagrams, Instructional Development
Structured Observation as an Evaluation Tool in Admissions and Records.
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Garrett, C. Joanne; Garrett, Larry N. – College and University, 1986
A systems analysis-based process of structured observation is proposed as a means of describing and determining the value of college admissions and records program procedures. The process involves data collection, interviews of the personnel responsible for specific procedures, diagramming the system, and observation. A sample case is presented.…
Descriptors: Admissions Officers, College Admission, Diagrams, Evaluation Methods
Structured Analysis and the Data Flow Diagram: Tools for Library Analysis.
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Carlson, David H. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986
This article discusses tools developed to aid the systems analysis process (program evaluation and review technique, Gantt charts, organizational charts, decision tables, flowcharts, hierarchy plus input-process-output). Similarities and differences among techniques, library applications of analysis, structured systems analysis, and the data flow…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Decision Making, Diagrams, Flow Charts