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Ariadne: The Next Generation of Electronic Document Delivery Systems.
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Roes, Hans; Dijkstra, Joost – Electronic Library, 1994
Describes an approach to electronic document delivery which has evolved at Tilburg University (Netherlands), leading to the development of a system called Ariadne. Highlights include various generations of electronic document delivery systems; standards, including the work of the Group on Electronic Document Interchange; and a description of the…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval, Interlibrary Loans
New Model for Multimedia Interfaces to Online Public Access Catalogues.
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Pejtersen, Annelise Mark – Electronic Library, 1992
Describes the Book House, an interactive, multimedia online public access catalog (OPAC) developed in Denmark that uses icons, text, and animation. An alternative design model that addresses problems in OPACs is described; and database design, system navigation, use for fiction retrieval, and evaluation are discussed. (20 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval, Library Catalogs
Effective Information Systems: What's the Secret?
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Kirkham, Sandi – Electronic Library, 1994
Argues that false assumptions about user needs implicit in methodologies for building information systems have resulted in inadequate and inflexible systems. Checkland's Soft Systems Methodology is examined as a useful alternative. Its fundamental features are described, and examples of models demonstrate how the methodology can facilitate…
Descriptors: Communication Audits, Context Effect, Cultural Context, Informal Organization
The Frozen Library: A Model for Twenty-First Century Libraries.
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Webb, T. D. – Electronic Library, 1995
In response to technological advances, future libraries will blend new technologies with traditional information resources by partitioning collections into various formats including print, nonprint, electronic, computerized, media, and video. In effect the library will be "freezing" portions of collections in their most appropriate formats based…
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Information Management, Information Technology, Library Automation
Walls around the Electronic Library.
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King, Hannah – Electronic Library, 1993
Questions the wisdom of permitting visions of the electronic library to drive budgets and strategic planning. Social and economic realities limiting user access to information, new roles for librarians, and models that guide management of information resources and services by real librarians for real users are discussed. A proposed action agenda…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Budgets, Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries
Internet-Based Reference Services and Community Libraries: A Need for New Models and Strategies.
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Devine, Sean; Woods, Daniel – Electronic Library, 1996
To compete effectively in the world of electronic reference, libraries must offer remote patrons a variety of index, abstract, and full text services, which are easy to access and which answer questions. A marketing alliance between electronic reference vendors and public libraries would ensure access, fair compensation for publishers and authors,…
Descriptors: Abstracts, Authors, Change Strategies, Compensation (Remuneration)