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Georef/Geoarchive.
Oppenheim, C.; Perryman, S. – Database, 1980
Evaluates these two bibliographic databases for geosciences information in terms of their content coverage, search methodologies, user effort, and analysis of results. (SW)
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Comparative Analysis, Databases, Geology
Integrating Subject Pathfinders into Online Catalogs.
Jarvis, William E. – Database, 1985
Discusses the integration of subject pathfinders into online public access catalogs (OPAC) through following features: within the OPAC, offline user guide manuals, remotely printed upon user request, or online as saved searches displayed in help screen format. Excerpts of a pathfinder display for biotechnology are presented. Four sources are…
Descriptors: Display Systems, Information Retrieval, Library Catalogs, Library Guides
Infotrac vs. the Confounding of Technology and Its Applications.
Carney, Richard D. – Database, 1986
Describes InfoTrac, a self-contained periodical reference system designed for in-library use by library patrons; the core database provides coverage of 900 general interest, business, management, and economic periodicals. Confusion in library markets resulting from introduction of new computer technology is discussed, and hardware/software…
Descriptors: Databases, Information Systems, Library Collections, Library Services
Conversations with MELVYL: Translated from the MELVYLIAN Language.
Klugman, Simone – Database, 1982
The current status of MELVYL, the University of California's prototype online catalog, is described in a hypothetical conversation between the catalog and several users. Examples illustrate features of the two search modes available for this patron-accessed system: COMMAND for the novice, and the more sophisticated LOOKUP. (RBF)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Higher Education, Information Retrieval, Instruction
The Pre-Search Reference Interview--A Step by Step Guide.
Somerville, Arleen N. – Database, 1982
Lists and discusses factors affecting presearch interviews; common elements of the interview; and components of interviews with new or infrequent users, experienced users of search services, and on-site users. Do's and don'ts for library staff members during a search and skills and attributes for effective presearch interviews are also listed.…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Information Needs, Information Retrieval, Interaction
The Reference Expert: A Computerized Database Utilizing INMAGIC and a WORM Drive.
Butkovich, Nancy J.; And Others – Database, 1991
Describes the design and implementation of the Reference Expert, a database based on INMAGIC software which contains problem reference questions and answers for use by library reference desk staff. Topics discussed include staff response to the database and problems encountered in its development. A sidebar describes the use of WORM…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer System Design, Database Management Systems, Databases
PHOENIX: An Online System for a Library Catalogue.
Clinton, Marshall – Database, 1982
Presents the background, database, user instructions, design criteria, hardware, and commands of the online catalog system at the University of New Brunswick (Canada) library, as well as self-instructional features of the system. Evaluation of systems use and potential applications are discussed, and sample displays are provided. (RBF)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Databases, Higher Education, Information Retrieval
Use of InfoTrac in a University Library.
Beltran, Ann Bristow – Database, 1986
This article describes use of the InfoTrac system, a self-contained periodical reference system designed for in-library use that provides coverage of 900 general interest, business, management, and economic periodicals, at Indiana University (Bloomington). Discussion covers InfoTrac installation, InfoTrac and student interaction, system…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Databases, Formative Evaluation, Higher Education