The need for library science education to facilitate the adaptation of libraries to the new work environments engendered by the information revolution is discussed in the first of two articles. The second describes library students at Brigham Young University, their mission, their curriculum, and the expectations of employers of their graduates.…

Describes satellite-delivered education for isolated learners, in which students interact with both teacher and fellow students using voice, video, and data. Reports that students were highly motivated to write a teleplay and poetry collaboratively and that the burden of distance education was eased for parent, teacher, and learner. (RS)

Proposes that academic librarians and publishers should view themselves as partners rather than adversaries. Following a discussion of premises, problems, and attitudes related to librarian-publisher cooperation, several areas for joint development are suggested: new products and services; CD-ROM; electronic document delivery; scholarly book…

Describes a new degree entitled the Information and Communication Pathway which takes a theoretical and analytical approach to information technology, information and library science, and mass communications, and is fully integrated with the social science department. The discussion covers the program objectives, its organization and structure,…

Reviews the history, current applications, and future of hypertext. Topics covered include current prototype applications, limitations of hypertext, and its possible impact on libraries. Hypertext-related definitions and a list of current hypertext systems and developers are provided. (12 references) (CLB)

Outlines a systematic approach for evaluating the needs and potential problems involved when school districts seek to update their current information systems. Considers the following components: financial, technical, computer literacy, and information system management infrastructure. (MLF)

An explanation of electronic mail describes what it is, how it works, uses by campus administrators and national and international academic networks, how to get connected, costs, and how to use specific networks. Additional resources such as special interest mailing lists and selected library catalogs and databases are noted. (Author/MSE)

Summarizes the results of a Special Libraries Association membership survey on technology. Data are reported on types of technology currently in use, parent organizations, members' relationships to technology, purchasing power, staffing, the impact of technology on staff size and services, user satisfaction, job satisfaction, type of institution…

Describes an interactive television network utilizing two-way audio and video. Notes a local cable television company donated three forward and three return channels to the project. Indicates students and teachers at different high school locations were able to see and hear each other. (MVL)

Argues that the growing use of technology is beginning to erode the free library ethic by blurring distinctions between commercial and not-for-profit information suppliers and fostering competition between and among various suppliers. It is suggested that libraries need to implement new entrepreneurially oriented management structures to cope with…

Descriptions of the 12 specialized information centers of the National Agricultural Library (NAL) include subject coverage, information services provided, information technologies used, and staffing. The development of the Rural Information Center, a joint venture between the Extension Service and NAL to provide information services to local…

The experience of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in adopting a cost-recovery strategy for systems development is described, providing information of use to all managers. Issues addressed include establishing revenue goals, marketing and promotion, contracting with clients, and time accounting and billing. (Author/MSE)

Describes study that investigated the effects of progressive phases of computer literacy on undergraduate students' attitudes, values, and opinions toward information technology (IT) and its applications. The Linear Structural Relations (LISREL) model is explained, and the implications of the findings of this study for changing negative attitudes…

Discusses the development of a computerized high school library which uses CD-ROM optical storage systems. Describes hardware and software, setting up the system, preparing the online catalog, teaching information retrieval skills, and project evaluation. Notes prices of CD-ROM disks and equipment purchased. 4 references. (SV)

Discusses the need for emerging information technologies to be integrated into the Nigerian academic library environment for the improvement of existing systems and services, and the threat to the role of the academic library if new technologies are not embraced by the year 2000. (15 references) (CLB)