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Skapura, Robert – Media and Methods, 1987
Discusses the use of microcomputers for automating school libraries, both for entire systems and for specific library tasks. Highlights include available library management software, newsletters that evaluate software, constructing an evaluation matrix, steps to consider in library automation, and a brief discussion of computerized card catalogs.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Library Automation
Bowie, Melvin M. – Media and Methods, 1990
Describes ways in which microcomputer technology can help school media centers with collection development. The need to map the media center collection is discussed, benefits of collection mapping are explained, the need to consider curriculum requirements is emphasized, and setting up a database and spreadsheet is discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers
Collins, Debbie – Media and Methods, 1994
Discusses the use of union catalogs by school libraries and gives examples of their use in two districts in Texas. Topics addressed include downloading, bibliographic information, holdings information, components of a union catalog, inventory lists, resource sharing, and time-saving benefits. (LRW)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education, Library Automation
Matthews, Rosemary; Tobojka, Cynthia – Media and Methods, 1994
Discusses issues that school librarians need to consider when updating and automating their libraries based on examples of experiences in several high schools. Topics addressed include planning; problems; needs assessment; software compatibility and selection; CD-ROMs; and training needs. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Learning Resources Centers, Library Automation
Price, Robert V.; Fred, Bob – Media and Methods, 1986
Compares benefits and problems associated with traditional and newly automated circulation systems in the learning resources center of a modern medium size high school. Descriptions of the two systems include the selection, implementation, and use of the Apple compatible software used. Eight recommendations for implementing an automated system are…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Efficiency
Loertscher, David – Media and Methods, 1988
Describes technological advances in hardware and software used for managing school library media centers. Topics discussed include library management systems; system enhancements in microcomputers; library-specific software; CD ROMs; local area networks; online services; administrative applications; and a brief review of criteria for automating…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Criteria, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers
Civale, Cosmo M., Jr. – Media and Methods, 1991
Discusses the use of computer networks and software in libraries and/or classrooms. Benefits for students and teachers are described, including improved communication between students and between students and teachers; guidelines for selecting hardware are suggested, including workstations and printers; and planning considerations are discussed.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Printers, Computer Software
