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Melick, Marjorie – Computers in Libraries, 1994
Describes the development of a hypertext-based library instruction program at Algonquin College (Ottawa) that used a shareware program called Simply Help! for developing help screens. Topics include a prototype program; pilot testing the library instruction, including faculty response and student surveys; and evaluation after full implementation.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Evaluation Methods
Crawford, Gregory A. – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Discusses issues facing libraries using digital information resources, based on experiences at the Pennsylvania State University at Harrisburg library. Topics include comparing electronic resources; goals of providing the service or resource; determining users' needs; resources for access, including networks and financing; software; budgeting;…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Computers, Access to Information, Computer Networks
Digby, Todd R. – Computers in Libraries, 2004
The author of this article is an automation librarian, but at times he also works at the reference desk, as well as teaching library instruction and literacy classes. Working at the reference desk, he learns how users handle their library's information technology. This article explores the conclusions that the author has reached regarding the…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Reference Materials, Reference Services, Librarians
Pain-Lewins, Helen; Watson, Linda – Computers in Libraries, 1990
Discussion of the use of microcomputers in school libraries in the United Kingdom focuses on three models of school library computerization: (1) a library management-centered model, which addresses routine library operations; (2) a pupil-centered information skills model; and (3) a curriculum-centered model, which furthers pupil learning in…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Curriculum Development, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education
Rumsey, Eric – Computers in Libraries, 1992
Describes a HyperCard-based simulation/tutorial for the Macintosh that is designed to teach users to search the Medline CD-ROM database on an IBM microcomputer. Results of a user survey are reported, and the potential of HyperCard for bibliographic instruction, including the use of the tutorial to develop transparencies, is discussed. (MES)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software