The key variables of user acceptance are: the value of the information to the user; a system of bibliographic control for the materials; and the physical and psychological environment for microform use. (PF)

The physical arrangement of reading, storage, and service areas for the microform department of the Joseph Regenstein Library can serve as a case study for the estimation of space requirements for microform storage and retrieval. The library uses mechanical readers at carrel stations, each utilizing 31.5 square feet of floor space. The best…

SPECIAL LIBRARIES ARE DEFINED FOR THE PURPOSE OF THIS STUDY AS REFERENCE AND/OR RESEARCH LIBRARIES ORGANIZED AND ADMINISTERED BY A SEPARATE DEPARTMENT, INDEPENDENT AGENCY, AUTHORITY, COMMISSION OR COMPONENT OF THE EXECUTIVE, JUDICIAL, OR LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OF THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, AND NATIONAL LIBRARIES. EXCLUDED ARE QUASI-ACADEMIC LIBRARIES,…

While attention at this conference was directed primarily to planning a library for a small school (an elementary division of 150 and a junior high and high school of up to 200), the ideas and considerations have relevance to the planning of any school library. Conclusions drawn from the sessions are presented in regard to--(1) divisions of…

Based mainly on the experiences of seven Dutch public libraries during a 5-year study, this report discusses issues related to the integration of audiovisual materials and equipment into existing library collections. Following a brief introduction, its contents are divided into chapters: (1) Collection Building; (2) Processing; (3) Cataloguing;…

Elementary and secondary school programs have been and still are undergoing changes that will influence facilities design for the schools of the 1970's. The program of the school library media center is certainly also being affected by these changes. A flexible approach is warranted in locating the media center within the school. Students and…

Briefly discusses the development of two types of public libraries in Iran, i.e., those libraries under the administration of the Ministry of Islamic Culture and Guidance, and those administered by the Ministry of Education. The organization, staff, buildings and equipment, collections, and services of both types of libraries are described. (CLB)

This is a manual for slide (transparency) libraries and a review of procedures in many libraries across the country. Within the book can be found a background of slide librarianship and a description of administration and staffing procedures and organization. The classification and cataloging of slides is detailed with descriptions of the systems…

In this document the performance of Indiana school libraries is contrasted to their situation ten years earlier and compared with the national and state standards. The performance statistics were collected from the 1971-72 Individual School Reports of Instructional Media Programs and generally give data for the percent of schools meeting a…

Offers suggestions on ways in which librarians and resources personnel can optimize facilities for use by students with impaired hearing. Factors requiring consideration are discussed: architecture and spaces, resources (hardware, software), other collection considerations, expectations of students, institution expectations, time, budget, and…

LIBRARIES OF ALL VIRGINIA INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION WERE INCLUDED IN THIS STUDY. QUESTIONNAIRES AND OBSERVATION WERE USED TO GATHER DATA ABOUT BUILDINGS AND COLLECTIONS, ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT, INTERLIBRARY COOPERATION, EXPENDITURES, AND PERSONNEL. AMONG THE 2-YEAR COLLEGES, (1) EXCEPT FOR THOSE WITH VERY SMALL ENROLLMENTS, CAPACITY…

A five-year plan for the Salt Lake County Library System is presented to meet the complex needs of patrons and to comply with American Library Association's "Minimum Standards for Public Library Systems" (1966). A new main library building is planned to house the main collection, and enlarged nonprint collection, and audiovisual and…

An attempt was made to assess Ohio public school libraries in terms of their facilities, equipment, materials, services, operations, and leadership. A review of the literature relevant to school library services was made. In addition, interviews were conducted with people knowledgeable in the library field. The questionnaires were sent to…

Presents results of a questionnaire survey of 27 Association of Architectural Librarians members working for architectural and design firms. Library services, library collections, user access, space and equipment, library staff, and future possibilities are discussed, and a copy of the survey is appended. (LRW)

San Jacinto College's Central Campus developed a 4-year plan to bring the library's technology, college, and facilities to a level equal to libraries of other Texas Community Colleges. The first major goal for the library is to select and deliver information that students and faculty need at the time of need, thereby redefining library resources…