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Koenig, Michael E. D. – American Libraries, 1990
Discussion of library information systems focuses on the idea of including user-supplied data (USD) in libraries' automated catalogs. Hypertext is mentioned, the information explosion and the ability to selectively retrieve information is considered, and the value of user input in evaluating the relevance of material is discussed. (12 references)…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Hypermedia, Information Retrieval, Information Systems
Peer reviewedMcKenzie, Jamie – School Libraries in Canada, 1996
Predicts the effects of information technology (IT) on libraries of the future. Discusses negative implications for school libraries. Describes four emerging roles for media specialists: (1) showing students and staff how to navigate information networks; (2) teaching users how to evaluate and select information; (3) designing information systems;…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Futures (of Society), Information Skills
