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Tolbert, Susan L. – Public Libraries, 1997
Although preservation is typically considered a concern of academic and special libraries only, many inexpensive and cost-effective preservation methods exist that public librarians should implement. Discusses why and how public libraries should preserve and outlines preservation and disaster mitigation tips. Lists supplies for disaster…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Bibliographies, Cost Effectiveness, Emergency Programs
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Nicholls, Paul – CD-ROM Professional, 1994
Discussion of library CD-ROM collections highlights the circulating CD-ROM collection at the Jane-Dundas branch of the City of York Public Library (Ontario). Topics addressed include titles in the collection; circulation policies, including copyright protection; CD-ROM selection; cataloging; and lending predictions for future CD-ROM libraries.…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Copyrights, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society)
Perkins, John W. – 1975
One public library's policy for the selection of adult and children's library materials is described. The library's collection interests are outlined and guidelines are given covering selection personnel, selection criteria, and selection sources for print and non-print materials. Problems involved in collection maintenance and the evaluation of…
Descriptors: Art Products, Audiodisc Recordings, Books, Films
Gibson, Catherine – Library Journal, 1995
Discusses Indiana-Marion County Public Library's decision to implement centralized collection selection and to hire a collection development librarian. Benefits of centralized selection include the decentralization of subject materials and the consequent broadening of subject materials at branch libraries. Selection depends upon a knowledge of the…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Budgets, Library Acquisition, Library Collection Development
Palmer, Joseph W., Comp.; And Others – 1995
The purpose of this guide to local history resources in Ontario (Canada) public libraries is to evaluate current trends, problems, and innovations, including the use of new technologies. The guide was developed from a survey of Southern Ontario Library System (SOLS) members; a total of 58 libraries provided information about their local history…
Descriptors: Federal Aid, Foreign Countries, Genealogy, Information Sources
Wright, Gretchen McHenry – 1993
This study of four public libraries in Northeastern Ohio was conducted to determine the amount, if any, of restriction of access of materials to minors. Four libraries were opportunistically selected, and the director and children's librarian in each were interviewed. The emerging hypothesis was that some restriction would occur. The written…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Adolescents, Censorship, Children
Bambakidis, Elli – 1996
Traditionally, archivists have been involved mainly in the intellectual preservation of library materials and the selection, appraisal, processing, and cataloging of library collections. Due to the relatively short (approximately 50 years) stability of the paper commonly used for printed and written documents since the mid-nineteenth century, the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Archives, Cataloging, Comparative Analysis
Daugherty, Beth – 1999
Local history/genealogy collections are found in approximately 60% of Ohio public libraries. These collections range from fully established large collections to those in the process of being organized. A survey was made of 140 of these public libraries to determine how the collections are utilized. Areas such as organization, management, policies…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Genealogy, Information Utilization, Library Collections
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Prasada-Kole, Usha – Resource Sharing & Information Networks, 1996
Specialized library collections and services are often not geared toward Indian nationals in Canada. Public libraries should serve ethnic minorities by providing staff with language abilities and sharing materials through interlibrary loan. Appendixes include a geographic overview of Canadian public library acts, sample initiatives for…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Cultural Pluralism, Ethnic Groups, Foreign Countries
Kansas State Library, Topeka. – 1992
The periodic review and development of public library standards are undertaken by the Kansas State Library to best serve the public interest by insuring the quality of the state's public libraries. Standards are defined for the structure and governance of libraries. Service objectives and standards for automation and technology are defined.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Evaluation Methods, Library Automation, Library Collections
Idaho State Library, Boise. – 1994
The purpose of this guide is to help new librarians in Idaho get started at their jobs. It provides a basic overview of library administration, policy, procedure, activities, and services. The following topics are covered: library law; working with the board of trustees; formulating and writing policies and procedures; budgeting and finance;…
Descriptors: Instructional Materials, Librarians, Library Acquisition, Library Administration