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Bellardo, Trudi – Library Research, 1981
Reviews three types of online bibliographic retrieval studies: evaluation studies, including online service costs, manual versus online searching and vendor comparison; use and user studies, examining various populations; and projects designed to improve user access and user aids, such as vocabulary search aids and inter-system compatibility.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computers, Cost Effectiveness, Costs
Hardesty, Larry – Library Research, 1981
Describes a study partially replicating the 1978 University of Pittsburgh library materials study. Findings presented include the five-year circulation patterns of DePauw University books sampled compared with the University of Pittsburgh's patterns, and circulation of books given to and purchased by DePauw University. Provided are four tables and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Books, Comparative Analysis, Higher Education