Over the past decade, there has been a change in the citizen-government relationship. Citizens have moved from a traditional face-to-face communication with their government, to an electronic interaction through the use of e-government systems. Emerging technology has enabled citizens to communicate with their government remotely. However, trust…

This manual provides instructions for completing the COMPENDEX (Computerized Engineering Index) Profile Submission Form used to prepare Current Information Selection (CIS) profiles. An annotated bibliography lists nine items useful in searching for proper profile words. (AB)

The first annual report of the Wisconsin Occupational Information System (WOIS) is a descriptive analysis of activities and procedures utilized during the initial grant period of July 14, 1975-July 13, 1976. This report is divided into eight sections summarizing the program of work during the first year. These include: (1) an overview of the…

This reported research centered on development of the concept of a translating computer interface by which the networking of heterogeneous interactive information systems may be achieved during the period in which information retrieval system and network standards are evolving. The particular concepts and techniques investigated are the virtual…

Investigated were the attitudes of basic biological researchers toward information systems currently used, the usefulness of these services in meeting information needs, and the services expected from an advanced information system. A sample of 50 biological researchers from 14 academic institutions representing 19 areas of specialization was…

The philosophy and objectives of ERIC are outlined and examined with respect to questioning what kinds of data systems would best serve the needs of teachers. (TW)

The needs of developing countries for organized information services and trained documentalists and the assistance that industrialized countries and international organizations can provide to help meet these needs are examined. The contribution that developing countries can make to a world-wide information system is outlined. (Author)

The author maintains that information entrepreneurs are necessary because of the greatly increased production of information and the increased importance of information for science and technology. The roles of the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 and the State Technical Services Act of 1965 in the establishment of information services…

Presents selected testimonies before a joint congressional hearing on the changing information needs of rural America. Discussions cover information services and systems, recognizing and meeting information needs, advances being made in information and communication technologies, and the Intermountain Community Learning/Information Services…

Examines the justification of a national information system in Zambia. Highlights include a definition of information; types of information and forms in which it is produced, organized, and transmitted; relevance of information resources to Zambia; need for a national information policy; and the role of existing information centers. Footnotes are…

The report submitted by the Committee for the Development of Scientific and Technological Information Networks in Israel to the National Council for Research and Development in the Prime Minister's Office is summarized. This bilingual synopsis of the 210 page report is for those desiring an overall view only. The report proposes a framework for…

Examines principal policy decisions affecting U.S. government's information activities and explores applicability and impact of government's policy on generation and dissemination of information. Types of information resources that individuals need to function effectively as consumers and citizens and extent to which private sector is serving…

Lays down theoretical groundwork for information retrieval (IR) that involves the combined efforts of several users, and argues that the fundamental intellectual problems of IR are the production and consumption of knowledge. Highlights include collaboration in IR, examples of collaborative information systems and services, and future research…

This annual report describes the accomplishments of the Office of Science Information Service toward meeting its goal of closing the gap between the information needs of scientists now being served and those needs which must be met in the future. Program emphasis was placed on information systems development, operational support for services and…

Evaluated were the role and importance of request-receiver feedback in an information system. Participants were 50 university biological scientists who agreed to place requests for information by telephone with a specially established clearinghouse. One type of receiver was a scientist holding a Ph.D. in biochemistry, with over 20 years biological…