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Peer reviewedMason, Marilyn Gell – Journal of Library Administration, 1998
Describes developments in Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) electronic reference services. Presents a background on networked cataloging and the initial implementation of reference services by OCLC. Discusses the introduction of OCLC FirstSearch service, which today offers access to over 65 databases, future developments in integrated…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Development, Electronic Publishing
Peer reviewedDwyer, James R. – Journal of Library Administration, 1988
Discusses the impact of changing library technologies on the role of technical services personnel. The areas discussed include online library systems, bibliographic utilities, networking trends, the proliferation of serials, electronic publishing, and the increased need for quality control in technical processes. (32 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Electronic Publishing, Job Development, Job Skills
Peer reviewedBishop, George E.; Case, Donald O.; Hassan, Patricia L.; Smith, Jeanette C.; Zhang, Daofu – Journal of Library Administration, 1998
Marking the 25th anniversary (August 26, 1996) of WorldCat (the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) Online Union Catalog) OCLC and the U.S. regional networks sponsored an essay contest for librarians and library users to write essays describing their impressions of the OCLC Online Union Catalog. Four prize-winning essays from Michigan, Kentucky,…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Essays, Expository Writing, Information Networks
Peer reviewedPenson, Merryll – Journal of Library Administration, 1998
The University System of Georgia and the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) built the innovative electronic library GALILEO (GeorgiA LIbrary LEarning Online system). This article describes the cooperation, leadership, and technology that made GALILEO possible; the proposal; planning and implementation; governance; current status; and future…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Cooperative Programs, Electronic Libraries
Peer reviewedWoodsworth, Anne; Hoffman, Ellen – Journal of Library Administration, 1988
Discusses issues that must be addressed by universities in order to ensure access to information resources by students and faculty, and possible roles of academic libraries within the electronic environment. Topics covered include the changing face of knowledge, costs of information technology, copyrights, and universities as organizations. (14…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, College Environment, Copyrights
