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| Reference Librarian | 3 |
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| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Opinion Papers | 3 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 3 |
| Collected Works - Serials | 1 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
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Peer reviewedHuang, Samuel T., Ed.; And Others – Reference Librarian, 1993
Twelve articles describe the impact of library technologies on reference services. Staff training, the academic librarian as teacher and information provider, decision-making models for planning reference services, patron database access options, management of reference services, systemwide electronic access, and the electronic library are among…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries, Higher Education
Peer reviewedNuckolls, Karen A.; And Others – Reference Librarian, 1992
Four articles address human factors in libraries, including (1) working with staff and users during library automation; (2) the concepts of diversity and multiculturalism when assessing reference staff and collections; (3) a mentoring program for librarians undergoing tenure review; and (4) patron privacy and the accountability of the reference…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Academic Rank (Professional), Accountability, Cultural Pluralism
Peer reviewedNofsinger, Mary M.; Bosch, Allan W. – Reference Librarian, 1994
Discusses three major roles of the academic library reference department manager: managing reference personnel, including training, communication, performance evaluation, and conflict resolution; implementing new technologies, including assessment of users' needs; and leadership and planning for future changes, including strategic planning,…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Administrator Role, Communication (Thought Transfer), Conflict Resolution
