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Pacey, Antony – Canadian Library Journal, 1991
Discussion of selection criteria for special collections in libraries focuses on the development of selection criteria at the National Museum of Science and Technology in Canada. The need for the involvement of staff members is discussed, and criteria for materials are described, including age, rarity, historical significance, and physical…
Descriptors: Criteria, Foreign Countries, Library Collections, Library Material Selection

Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Describes the principles of international lending and guidelines for procedure, including national centers, requesting, supplying, conditions of supply, period of loan, returning, receipts, responsibility for loss or damage, payment, and statistics. (CHC)
Descriptors: Global Approach, Interlibrary Loans, Library Administration, Library Circulation

Merilees, Bobbie – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Reports results of a survey of vendors of large and microcomputer-based integrated library systems. Data presented on Canadian installations include total systems installed, comparisons with earlier years, market segments, and installations by type of library (excluding school). International sales and automation requirements for music are…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Evaluation Criteria, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Merilees, Bobbie – Canadian Library Journal, 1983
Discusses the Request for Proposal (RFP) process (formal document asking vendors to submit proposal for system meeting specific needs of library) employed by Canadian libraries as major step in selection of online system. System selection, evaluation, and implementation, Request for Information, estimating costs, and contract negotiation are…
Descriptors: Cost Estimates, Evaluation Methods, Foreign Countries, Libraries

Beckman, Margaret – Canadian Library Journal, 1990
Discusses ways to decrease costs when planning the design of a new library or an addition that also considers future needs. Topics discussed include space allocation considerations for the collection, users, and staff; entrances and exits; structural loading; building configuration; information technology considerations; and staff willingness to…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Building Design, Cost Effectiveness, Facility Expansion

Tague, Jean – Canadian Library Journal, 1979
Discusses the use of computer information systems to aid in library management functions such as planning, control, and decision making. Outlined are applications of macroanalysis (comparative library data, performance measures, use statistics) and microanalysis (circulation, acquisition, catalog support, and online catalog systems). (SW)
Descriptors: Computers, Guides, Information Utilization, Library Administration

Sleep, Esther L. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
A statistical analysis of the losses due to theft and mutilation in the periodicals collection at Brock University indicates that security needs to be tightened. Nine suggestions for improving security are offered, and six references are cited. (CHC)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Alarm Systems, Foreign Countries, Formative Evaluation

Vine, Rita – Canadian Library Journal, 1988
Describes the implementation of an electronic mail system at the University of Calgary Libraries, and reports the results of a survey that examined user satisfaction with the system and usage patterns by library staff. Suggestions for the successful implementation of electronic mail systems are offered. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Networks, Electronic Mail, Foreign Countries

Heald, Carolyn A. – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Identifies deficiencies in reference services offered by archives and examines factors preventing effective use of archival resources, including changing clientele, organization of collections based on the principle of provenance, and the uniqueness of archival collections. Suggestions for improving public service, including user studies and…
Descriptors: Archives, Classification, Foreign Countries, Library Services

Thomson, Ashley – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
Offers a number of practical suggestions to Canadian academic librarians expected to write for publication. Areas discussed include choosing a topic; finding a publisher; collecting data; allowing respondents to comment on manuscript drafts; preparation of manuscripts; joint authorship; expenditures, royalties, and taxes; and publishing contracts.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Authors, Compensation (Remuneration), Developed Nations