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Klement, Susan – Canadian Library Journal, 1977
Libraries could benefit from the businesslike approach of an entrepreneur. Characteristics of entrepreneurial behavior of value to libraries include: moderate risk-taking as a function of skill, not chance; energetic instrumental activity; insistence upon individual responsibility; knowledge of results of decisions; anticipation of future…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Libraries, Library Planning, Library Research
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Fasick, Adele; England, Claire – Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Presents the results of a workshop on controversial materials which have encountered censure or otherwise pose problems for libraries. Issues raised relate to racism, sexism, alternative life-styles, sex information, and sexuality. Such workshops are intended to aid librarians in establishing selection standards. (RAA)
Descriptors: Librarians, Libraries, Library Materials, Library Standards
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Schlukbier, George – Canadian Library Journal, 1978
A discussion of the interrelated aspects of library performance measurement and what data collection means to library planning. Methodologies considered are cost analysis, quantitative vs qualitative measurement, community analysis, and citizen attitudes and opinions. (JAB)
Descriptors: Data Collection, Libraries, Library Planning, Library Research
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Anderson, Beryl L. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
This bibliographic essay investigating the Canadian library scene describes sources which: (1) provide information on libraries themselves; (2) tell where to find information about people in the field; and (3) show how to learn about the profession itself, i.e., its history, stands, and current developments. References are provided. (EJS)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Sources, Librarians, Libraries
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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
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Krueger, Donald R. – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
Issues and impacts of microcomputer use in libraries are discussed in terms of labor dislocation, costs, distributed data processing, networks, current system configurations and capabilities, and software. Reference service management, information retrieval systems, and external online access are also examined. Twenty-six references are listed.…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Information Retrieval, Libraries
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Beckett, George H. – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
Discusses problems of depository libraries such as volume of publications received, understaffing, subject and author/title access, currency of material, financing, and lack of theory and research. An "ideal" access system and an action program for its implementation are described. Four references are listed. (CHC)
Descriptors: Depository Libraries, Foreign Countries, Government Publications, Libraries
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Von Foerster, Heinz – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
This discussion of the concept of knowledge reports findings about learning, particularly learning styles and strategies, and explores the potentials and limits of new technologies in the library. The library's role as a "convivial tool" which can enlarge the range of each person's competence is noted. Thirty-four references are…
Descriptors: Computer Science, Learning, Libraries, Library Role
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Ryder, Dorothy E. – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
Provides a bibliography of 52 reference sources and 24 new editions and supplements, excluding annuals. Topics include science and technology, art, history, university courses, regional information, native languages, museums, law, geography, Canadian culture, dissertations, sports, antiques, botany, and a variety of directories. (CHC)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Libraries, Library Services, Reference Materials
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Wertheimer, Leonard – Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Discusses the pros and cons of pornography as an information source and of its inclusion among library materials. Attitudes towards pornography, particularly those of librarians, are examined; however no conclusions or recommendations are drawn. (RAA)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Information Sources, Librarians, Libraries
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Winter, Frank – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
Discusses the implications of the demographic and geographic situation of libraries in Canada for library unionization. Insight is also provided into issues directly related to library management and library unions, including five factors which cause distrust and dissatisfaction. (CHC)
Descriptors: Collective Bargaining, Demography, Foreign Countries, Labor Problems
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Egan, Bessie – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
Discusses the significance and development of the library symbol and the history of its acceptance by the American Library Association (ALA) and the Canadian Library Association (CLA). Suggestions are made for its use. (CLB)
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Libraries, Library Associations, Public Relations
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Wright, Gordon H. – Canadian Library Journal, 1979
Suggests nine requirements for a contingency plan to assure a library's successful recovery from a disaster. A discussion of the salvage team, security, and staff problems follows an enumeration of helpful supplies and equipment. Appended is a sample emergency procedure checklist. (SW)
Descriptors: Accidents, Emergency Programs, Fire Insurance, Fire Protection
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Vanderhoef, John; Gallina, Paul – Canadian Library Journal, 1983
Discussion of the problem of automation in the workplace with references to libraries focuses on the person/machine interface of visual display terminals (VDT). An argument is made for a human systems approach which integrates operator-user, VDT, work environment, work station, and task. Ergonomic recommendations for VDT use are made. (Author/EJS)
Descriptors: Display Systems, Human Factors Engineering, Input Output Devices, Libraries
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Canadian Library Journal, 1980
Presents extracts of speeches by some of the participants at the White House Conference. The speeches highlight community information services, the societal need for libraries and information services, and the importance of a citizen's lobby to support them. (RAA)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Community Information Services, Conferences, Information Services
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