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Peer reviewedDrabenstott, Jon, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1986
Six prominent consultants consider the technical dimensions of retrospective conversion, the appropriate standards to employ, the proper relationship of conversion activities to the entire automation project, and several options available for converting a bibliographic database into machine-readable format: online or batch shared cataloging…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Consultants, Costs, Library Automation
Peer reviewedHighsmith, Anne L. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986
Data were gathered at nine academic and research libraries to study processing components of nine integrated systems for support of bibliographic and item-record creation and maintenance. System support for basic processing functions, flexibility, ease of use, and effect of system design on work flow are examined and results are charted. (CDD)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Comparative Analysis, Editing, Information Storage
Peer reviewedSwan, John; And Others – Reference Librarian, 1992
Three articles discuss the issue of the mediator's role in the library of the electronic age. Topics addressed include computer-assisted instruction; online catalogs; computer networks; professional identity; reference service and bibliographic instruction; CD-ROMs; online systems; personal home microcomputers; Internet and list servers;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries, Librarians
