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Ernest, Douglas J.; And Others – RQ, 1988
This study compared online versions of LISA (Library and Information Science Abstracts), Library Literature, and ERIC to investigate time lag and duplication of coverage. Six searches of each database were executed over a period of 15 months. Results indicated that Library Literature had the least time lag and LISA the most; duplication was low.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Databases, Library Science, Online Systems
Drott, M. Carl
The increasing presence and use of computers in libraries has brought about the more frequent introduction of computers and their uses into library education. The Drexel University Graduate School of Library Science has introduced the computer into the curriculum more through individual experimentation and innovation than by planned development.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Databases, Library Education
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Antony, Arthur; And Others – Special Libraries, 1979
An on-line bibliographic search on evaluating computerized bibliographic data bases and systems, which was performed in the ERIC data base, led the authors to recommend several aspects of online searching for more relevant search results in library and information science literature. (Author/JD)
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Comparative Analysis, Information Science, Library Science
Hu, Chengren – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1987
This bibliometric investigation of literature on microcomputers in library and information services focuses on the years 1973-1986. Five printed reference tools and three online databases were searched to examine the number of publications, types of documents, contributing languages and countries, and the productivity of individual authors.…
Descriptors: Authors, Bibliometrics, Databases, Information Services
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Stanford, Serena W. – Journal of Education for Library and Information Science, 1997
Investigates the impact of asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) technology in an interactive environment providing distance education in library and information science at two San Jose State University (California) sites. The main purpose of the study was to develop a reliable and valid evaluation instrument. Contains 6 tables. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education, Evaluation Criteria
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Dubois, C. P. R.; And Others – Journal of Information Science, 1986
The seven seminar papers in this issue discuss the role of information science in various public and private organizations; the development and current status of information science as a professional field; and the use of advanced information technologies and information systems. Session chairmen's remarks and four question sessions are included.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Databases, Developed Nations, Developing Nations
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Brown, Cecelia M. – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1999
Assessed the information-seeking behavior of scientists at the University of Oklahoma using an electronically distributed questionnaire, a copy of which is appended. Results indicate a preference for printed peer-reviewed journal articles and the need for libraries to provide access to electronic bibliographic databases. Appendix II lists…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Bibliographic Databases, Electronic Mail, Higher Education