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Peer reviewedDegnan, Darrah – Public Libraries, 1994
Discussion of the book review process focuses on a study that evaluated the efficacy of major journal reviews as a selection tool for books for adult children of alcoholics. Highlights include selection strategies for books not reviewed by major media; multiple reviews; small press books; and recommendations for strengthening review media. (12…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Book Reviews, Evaluation Methods, Library Material Selection
Peer reviewedBertot, John Carlo; McClure, Charles R. – Public Libraries, 1998
Public library services are being modified or changed by the Internet. Questions about how to evaluate and measure electronic services have become increasingly important. This article presents an analysis of some ways to create, define, and institute electronic network measures. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Information Networks, Information Services, Internet
Peer reviewedMoorman, John – Public Libraries, 1997
Discussion of public library standards focuses on an examination of four quantitative standards: hours of service, library resources, library staff, and library operating budgets, to determine if any agreement exists about them among states. Results indicate that there is no consensus regarding public library standards or approaches to public…
Descriptors: Budgets, Comparative Analysis, Evaluation Methods, Library Expenditures
