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Dula, Michael; Jacobsen, Lynne; Ferguson, Tyler; Ross, Rob – Computers in Libraries, 2012
This article presents the story of how Pepperdine University migrated its library management functions to the cloud using what is now known as OCLC's WorldShare Management Services (WMS). The story of implementing this new service is told from two vantage points: (1) that of the library; and (2) that of the service provider. The authors were the…
Descriptors: Pilot Projects, Library Administration, Management Systems, Internet
Kochan, Carol A.; Lee, Daniel R. – Computers in Libraries, 1998
Describes the UTAD (Utah Article Delivery) Pilot Project, an innovative resource-sharing service that provides journal articles to the Utah higher education community, developed by the Utah Academic Library Consortium (UALC) in partnership with EBSCO Document Services. Highlights include goals, options considered, challenges, and evaluation. The…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Consortia, Cooperative Programs, Document Delivery
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
King-Blandford, Marcia – Computers in Libraries, 1998
Because the library is not located within walking distance, librarians teach library instruction in the mediated computer classrooms of the College of Engineering at the University of Toledo. This article examines a pilot project linking information searching and introductory engineering; the use of OhioLink, a statewide information system; and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Science Education, Course Integrated Library Instruction
Krissoff, Alan; Konrad, Lee – Computers in Libraries, 1998
Describes a pilot computer training program for library staff and patrons at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Reviews components of effective training programs and highlights core computer competencies: operating systems, hardware and software basics and troubleshooting, and search concepts and techniques. Includes an instructional outline and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Check Lists, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education