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Lopata, Cynthia L. – 1995
An automated library system usually consists of a number of functional modules, such as acquisitions, circulation, cataloging, serials, and an online public access catalog (OPAC). An "integrated" library system is an automated system in which all of the function modules share a common bibliographic database. There are several ways the…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Bibliographic Databases, Database Management Systems, Futures (of Society)
Brandhorst, Ted, Ed.; And Others – 1992
The technical report or "fugitive" literature collected by ERIC is produced using a wide variety of printing techniques, many formats, and variable degrees of quality control. Since the documents processed by ERIC go on to be microfilmed and reproduced in microfiche and paper copy for sale to users, it is essential that the ERIC document…
Descriptors: Databases, Documentation, Information Storage, Information Systems

Wagner, Judy – Journal of Library Automation, 1980
Discusses database structure, concepts, and management systems in library settings and describes the Comprehensive Automated Learning Resource System (CALS). This system was developed by NILRC to meet the needs of libraries which incorporate print and audiovisual materials in their collections. (RAA)
Descriptors: Data Processing, Databases, Information Systems, Library Automation
Adams, Scott – 1969
A hypothetical model is given for a National Serials Data System based on the best educated guesses of what the system should do and how, therefore, it should function. The model focuses attention on the ultimate goal rather than on the decision-making processes relating to choice of data elements, unique identification codes, etc. This conceptual…
Descriptors: Databases, Decentralization, Information Networks, Information Systems
Malinconico, S. Michael – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1976
Discusses the need to impose a rigidly controlled structure on the machine-readable catalog, the machine capabilities and limitations for achieving that control, possibilities for machine control of the catalog, and the extension of those possibilities to permit a degree of control not possible in a manual system. (Author/LS)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Information Systems

And Others; Williams, Martha E. – Journal of Library Automation, 1979
Presents MARC database statistics for use in planning and processing files, selection of subsets, and estimating file growth rates. Statistics are provided on record length, field tag occurrence, data element length per field tag, and distribution of records by Dewey Decimal Division and Library of Congress class code. (Author/RAA)
Descriptors: Databases, Information Processing, Information Retrieval, Information Systems
Edgar, Neal L.; And Others – 1978
This examination of the OCLC serials control sub-system points to positive and negative aspects of the OCLC system as they relate to serials, and evaluates the system's serials cataloging capabilities. While this report assumes a knowledge of the basic operations of OCLC, it describes the system in general, its function in cataloging, and its…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Evaluation, Feasibility Studies

Hopkinson, Alan – Information Development, 1986
Outlines history of the development of the Unesco Common Communication Format, which is designed to enable exchange of records (monographs, serials, journal articles, contributions in proceedings) between different agencies throughout the world. Highlights include definition of "exchange format," major technical features, and examples of…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Global Approach, Information Networks

Tillett, Barbara B. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Discusses results of opinion poll conducted by Library and Information Technology Association of 334 academic, public, government, and corporate libraries concerning authority control in the online environment. Use of authority files on bibliographic utilities, presence of online catalogs, Library of Congress authority records, and comments from…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Information Services, Information Systems
Brandhorst, Ted, Ed. – 1992
This document describes the major organizational components of the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) system, the interactions between those components, and the major products and services provided by those components. (WTB)
Descriptors: Abstracting, Cataloging, Databases, Documentation
Brandhorst, Ted, Ed. – 1992
The purpose of this section is to specify the procedure for making changes to the ERIC database after the data involved have been announced in the abstract journals RIE or CIJE. As a matter of general ERIC policy, a document or journal article is not re-announced or re-entered into the database as a new accession for the purpose of accomplishing a…
Descriptors: Databases, Documentation, Error Correction, Information Processing
Brandhorst, Ted, Ed.; And Others – 1992
This Glossary contains an alphabetic list of some 291 terms used in the ERIC Processing Manual (EPM) or in connection with the generation of the ERIC database and the work of the ERIC Clearinghouses and other ERIC contractors. Each term is defined as it is used in the ERIC context. Appended to the Glossary is a list of 203 commonly-appearing…
Descriptors: Abbreviations, Databases, Definitions, Documentation
Brandhorst, Ted, Ed.; And Others – 1980
This loose-leaf manual provides the detailed rules, guidelines, and examples to be used by the components of the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Network in acquiring and selecting documents and in processing them (i.e., cataloging, indexing, abstracting) for input to the ERIC computer system and subsequent announcement in…
Descriptors: Abstracting, Cataloging, Databases, Documentation
Reed-Scott, Jutta – American Libraries, 1985
This review of the process of retrospective conversion (recon)--conversion of existing bibliographic records into machine-readable form--notes options and services (bibliographic utilities, commercial vendors); new technologies (microcomputer and optical-disc-based systems); collaboration and a coordinated recon strategy; cooperative efforts; and…
Descriptors: Databases, Information Systems, Library Administration, Library Automation

McDonald, David R. – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1985
This article examines the role of authority control in an online environment. Topics covered include a definition of authority control, the relationship between authority control and catalogs, current school of thought regarding the need for authority control, and other models of data administration. Twenty-three references are cited. (Author/EJS)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Information Processing, Information Systems