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Dahlen, Sarah P. C.; Hanson, Kathlene – College & Research Libraries, 2017
Discovery layers provide a simplified interface for searching library resources. Libraries with limited finances make decisions about retaining indexing and abstracting databases when similar information is available in discovery layers. These decisions should be informed by student success at finding quality information as well as satisfaction…
Descriptors: Preferences, Bibliographies, Indexes, Database Management Systems
Montgomery, Edward B., Ed. – 1968
In 1965 the Syracuse University School of Library Science held a symposium to explore the nature of the relationship between the structure and transmission of knowledge, on the one hand, and the array of bibliographic devices which have been developed to facilitate access to that knowledge, on the other. Papers presented discussed the need for a…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Coupling, Citation Indexes, Citations (References), Indexes
Burke, Arvid J.; Burke, Mary A. – 1967
After a summary of background knowledge useful in searching for information, the authors cover extensively the sources available to the researcher interested in locating educational data or conducting a search of bibliographic materials. They list reference books, dictionaries, almanacs, yearbooks, subject matter summaries; and sources for…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Book Catalogs, Catalogs, Coordinate Indexes
Kim, Youngin; Norgard, Barbara; Chen, Aitao; Gey, Fredric – Proceedings of the ASIS Annual Meeting, 1999
Focuses on the retrieval of numeric data from information sources that present special challenges. Describes a new method to deal with the challenge of accessing this special type of data indexed by unfamiliar metadata vocabularies. Extends the entry vocabulary module (EVM) approach to deal with numeric database searching. (AEF)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Databases, Indexes, Information Retrieval

Fox, Herbert; Griffin, Richard – 1977
Prepared to introduce the user to advanced scientific and technical information services and systems (STI/SS), this guide emphasizes computer searches, helping the user to set the bounds of his or her problem, to define the way the literature is stored in the computer, and to develop an improved problem statement with which to enter the computer.…
Descriptors: Databases, Indexes, Information Centers, Information Retrieval
Robertson, W. D.; Summers, Edward G. – 1976
Directed to the educational community of British Columbia, this booklet introduces the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) system. Included are a description of the system, a list of local contacts, cost information, instructions on organizing and interpreting computer searches, a description of ERIC indexes, and a list of recent…
Descriptors: Costs, Databases, Educational Research, Educational Resources
Kartis, Alexia M.; Watters, Annette Jones – Capstone Journal of Education, 1981
The authors present information sources and retrieval techniques for persons wishing to search recent educational literature. They discuss card catalogs, bibliographies, periodical indexes, abstracting services, computer databases, interlibrary loaning, and institutional resources. In many cases they name and briefly describe specific reference…
Descriptors: Databases, Educational Research, Educational Researchers, Indexes

Miyamoto, Mary Huston – Behavioral & Social Sciences Librarian, 1979
Identifies research tools comprising a wide variety of materials from many disciplines which are available for exploring changes in educational aspirations among twentieth century females in the United States. A comprehensive list of these tools is provided and problems involved in accessing and using them are discussed. (EJS)
Descriptors: Academic Aspiration, Databases, Females, Indexes
Leazer, Gregory H.; Furner, Jonathan; Napper, Rachel – Proceedings of the ASIST Annual Meeting, 2003
Describes the use of three alternative methods for ranking films for information retrieval (IR). A large film-person incidence matrix is generated using the principle cast, directors, producers and screenwriters for each film. These attributes are used to measure film-film distances by creating a distance matrix. Distance, product distance, and…
Descriptors: Films, Indexes, Information Retrieval, Information Seeking

Change, 1978
Higher education reference tools, including a fact book, encyclopedia, and directory are listed in this 16-item bibliography that also reports the standard indexing and abstracting journals, information and referral centers, automated search services, and other resources.
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Data Processing, Directories, Higher Education

Fox, Howard A. – RQ, 1982
Describes bibliographic tools to aid the librarian in locating standards and specifications in the two most commonly faced situations: when the designation of the standard is known, and when standards on a particular subject are needed. International, government, and military standards are covered. A 24-item bibliography is included. (Author/JL)
Descriptors: Databases, Indexes, Information Retrieval, Information Sources
McDermott, Irene E. – Searcher, 1998
Reviews the state of scholarly social science resources on the Web, describing selected search engines and Web sites. Discusses advantages and disadvantages for information retrieval; using meta-indexes; connecting to research centers; and suggests strategies for more effective retrieval. (AEF)
Descriptors: Indexes, Information Retrieval, Information Services, Information Sources
Wiley, Deborah Lynne – Searcher, 1998
Reviews the Institute for Scientific Information's (ISI) Web interface for its Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science Citation Expanded citation indexes. Discusses content; other Internet efforts from ISI; pricing; searching; quick and full search modes; using the results; document delivery; full text; documentation and help; and future…
Descriptors: Citations (References), Computer Interfaces, Costs, Document Delivery
Larson, Carole – 1984
This guide to information sources on refugees covers indexes, abstracts, bibliographies, periodicals, and resource and research centers. The guide begins with a discussion of recent developments in the bibliographic control of the literature on refugees, and particularly the work of the International Refugee Integration Resource Center. It then…
Descriptors: Abstracts, Bibliographies, Bilingual Education, Databases
Oberman-Soroka, Cerise – 1979
Used as a primary text for a required one-hour basic research methods course at the College of Charleston, this handbook is designed to familiarize the student with the basic precepts and tools used in research. Each of the seven chapters represents a different step in the research process: (1) locating background information--encyclopedias; (2)…
Descriptors: Biographies, Catalogs, Citations (References), College Libraries
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