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Ovens, Cora S. H. – Electronic Library, 1991
Discusses the need for computer literacy for library staff. Computer applications in libraries and information centers are described; problems concerning computerization in libraries are discussed, including computer anxiety, differences in information retrieval methodologies, and user friendliness; and solutions to these problems are suggested,…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Literacy, Guides, Information Centers
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Sever, Irene – RQ, 1994
Applies the anthropological concepts of culture shock and ethnocentricity to problems of computer and nonprint literacy in an electronic library. The role of librarians as agents of socialization is discussed, and the concept of education as a lengthy, ongoing process is considered. (Contains 12 references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Culture Conflict, Electronic Libraries, Ethnocentrism
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Speller, Benjamin F., Jr., Ed.; Burgin, Robert, Ed. – North Carolina Libraries, 1982
The eight articles in this special section on microcomputer applications in libraries discuss selection of microcomputer courseware for school media collections, public and special libraries, information retrieval, and library education. References and an annotated bibliography are provided. (Request subscription information from W. Robert…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2012
The IADIS CELDA 2012 Conference intention was to address the main issues concerned with evolving learning processes and supporting pedagogies and applications in the digital age. There had been advances in both cognitive psychology and computing that have affected the educational arena. The convergence of these two disciplines is increasing at a…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Academic Persistence, Academic Support Services, Access to Computers