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Smith, Eldred – Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Discusses networking, other forms of interlibrary cooperation, and the need for library managers to be aware of their role in these cooperative ventures. (CHC)
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Automation, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
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Van Vliet, Virginia – Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Discusses the need and reasons for having more children's librarians in managerial positions in public libraries. (CHC)
Descriptors: Children, Childrens Literature, Librarians, Library Administration
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Leckie, Peter – Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Discusses charging users for public library services, library costs, and the financial structures that influence public library policy. (CHC)
Descriptors: Costs, Government Role, Library Administration, Library Policy
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Brazeau, Marie-Therese – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Discusses role of teacher-librarian in process of "resource-based learning"--programs which involve students in use of wide range of print, nonprint, and human resources. Administration of the school library, selection and purchase of materials, and the working relationship between teacher-librarian and classroom teacher are highlighted. Two…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Learning Resources Centers, Librarians, Library Acquisition
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Moore, Nick – Canadian Library Journal, 1979
Examines staff management problems within British public libraries, one example of which is the unsuccessful attempt to introduce participative management. The effect of trade unions is noted and three levels of personnel planning (national, professional, and local) are discussed. (SW)
Descriptors: Financial Problems, Librarians, Library Administration, Library Planning
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Schafer, Marilyn E. – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
Discusses the role of the special library in an organization in terms of communication, awareness of the marketplace, and relationship to management. The need for good reporting practices that document examples of the library's contribution to the organization is emphasized. Six references are cited. (CHC)
Descriptors: Accountability, Financial Support, Interprofessional Relationship, Library Administration
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White, Frank – Canadian Library Journal, 1990
Describes the possible roles of an automation librarian working with microcomputer-based applications. Topics discussed include developing original applications; troubleshooting; software evaluation; hardware and software monitoring, maintenance, and upgrading; data protection; staff training; system documentation; negotiation and communication;…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation, Librarians, Library Administration
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Plant, Sheila – Canadian Library Journal, 1985
Job sharing is discussed as alternative approach to traditional professional librarian work arrangements and viable solution for: working mothers wanting part-time, career-oriented jobs; end-of-career librarians near retirement; those who desire increased leisure. Employers' reluctance is outlined noting increased expense, salary problems,…
Descriptors: Careers, Employed Women, Employer Attitudes, Employment Practices
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Buckland, Michael K. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Orr's schema for measuring the quality and value of libraries is described and discussed with respect to three paradoxes--the evaluation of catalogs, optimal library size, and Lenin's view of public libraries in the U.S. Seven references are cited. (CHC)
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Library Administration, Library Catalogs, Library Collections
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Sylvestre, Guy – Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Discusses the author's report, "The Future of the National Library of Canada," in terms of its scope, intent, and limitations. (CHC)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Networks, Library Administration, Library Cooperation
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Baker, J. William – Canadian Library Journal, 1979
Computer technology and data banks are making manual storage systems outdated; yet it is difficult for libraries to obtain funding for automated retrieval equipment. Five suggestions to meet funding needs are offered. The effect on publishers of the projected decrease in book use is also noted. (SW)
Descriptors: Computers, Databases, Financial Support, Fund Raising
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White, Herbert S. – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
Discusses the problem of incompetent library supervisors in terms of the process that results in the selection of such supervisors, inappropriate supervisory behaviors, and the effects on employees. Several strategies for coping with an incompetent supervisor are suggested. (4 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Administrator Responsibility, Administrator Selection, Competence
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Neill, S. D. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Discussion of growth trends involving use of new technology in the library (mainly computers and their devices) outlines recent advances in Canada, discusses current activities, and presents views of library functions 10 years from now. Issues and questions are presented and their impact on the library profession is discussed. (EJS)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Library Administration, Library Automation
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Altmann, Anna E. – Canadian Library Journal, 1988
Argues that the traditional division of public and technical services in academic libraries and the corresponding designation of librarians according to function are being challenged by technological change and budget restraints. It is suggested that new systems of collegial management and subject specialization may be the wave of the future.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Decentralization, Departments, Higher Education
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Daum, Patricia B. – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
Describes management techniques used by administrators of special libraries to meet library standards while facing drastic reductions in budgets and staff. Ways of managing library acquisitions, stretching staff utilization, and assigning additional responsibilities to special librarians are suggested. (CLB)
Descriptors: Developed Nations, Foreign Countries, Guidelines, Library Acquisition
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