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Peer reviewedDrum, Carol A.; Pope, Nolan F. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1979
Describes a program developed to expose college chemistry students to some of the more modern information retrieval tools, as computerized online databases. Following classroom lectures and discussions, students individually develop a search statement relevant to their own research needs and run it in the Chemical Abstracts files. (BT)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Course Descriptions
Peer reviewedHayden, William J. – Journal of Dental Education, 1997
Argues that dental schools are the logical location for development of valid, reliable, and acceptable health services research methods and databases, and describes development of an insurance claims database to demonstrate the types of research possible, as well as weaknesses and shortcomings of pure administrative data. Considers implications…
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Computer Uses in Education, Databases, Dental Schools
Chepesiuk, Ron – American Libraries, 1997
Describes the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) efforts in China, Germany, Canada, Scotland, Jamaica and Brazil. Discusses FirstSearch, an end-user reference service, and WorldCat, a bibliographic database. Highlights international projects developing increased OCLC online availability, database loading software, CD-ROM cataloging,…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Cataloging, Chinese, Computer Interfaces
Peer reviewedCoccaro, Cynthia; Straw, Joseph – Journal of Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery & Information Supply, 1997
The University of Akron (OH), through its affiliation with OhioLINK, has implemented University Microfilms International's (UMI) PowerPages, a full-text electronic document delivery tool, throughout its library system. This article describes OhioLINK, PowerPages, and the University of Akron's experience with the service. Discusses the benefits and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Delivery Systems, Document Delivery
King-Blandford, Marcia – Computers in Libraries, 1998
Because the library is not located within walking distance, librarians teach library instruction in the mediated computer classrooms of the College of Engineering at the University of Toledo. This article examines a pilot project linking information searching and introductory engineering; the use of OhioLink, a statewide information system; and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Science Education, Course Integrated Library Instruction
Peer reviewedRobertson, S. I.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1996
To examine the effects of introducing portable computers into secondary schools, a study was conducted regarding information technology skills and attitudes of staff and eighth grade students prior to and after receiving individual portable computers. Knowledge and use of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications increased for both…
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Databases
Peer reviewedPueyo, Isabel Gonzalez; Val, Sonia – English for Specific Purposes, 1996
Presents a study of technical lexical structures with the aim of assisting students of English as a Second Language in processing and deciphering the lexico-grammatical realization of technology in the field of plastics. The analysis aims to show that technical terminology is closely related to grammar, and that technical lexis and grammar should…
Descriptors: College Students, Computer Software, Databases, English (Second Language)
Peer reviewedGretz, Marianne; And Others – Electronic Library, 1996
The Boehringer Mannheim Library (Germany) switched its loose-leaf pharmacopoeias from printed versions to electronic media. Discusses the decision-making and implementation process, and considers costs, technical requirements, availability of databases, user acceptance, installation, maintenance, and skills needed. Found that electronic media…
Descriptors: Corporate Libraries, Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Decision Making
Robinette, Michelle – Learning & Leading with Technology, 1996
Suggests ways to use ClarisWorks to motivate students when only one computer is accessible: (1) class database; (2) grade book; (3) classroom journal; (4) ongoing story center; (5) skill-and-draw review station; (6) monthly class magazine/newspaper; (7) research base/project planner; (8) lecture and presentation enhancement; (9) database of ideas…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Creative Writing, Databases
Peer reviewedCarter, Christina E. – MultiCultural Review, 1996
Introduces two microfilm collections, one on the Indian Wars of the 19th century and one on records of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and four CD-ROM references focusing on Amnesty International, multicultural America, Latin American studies, and North American Indians. (SLD)
Descriptors: American Indians, Computer Uses in Education, Databases, Educational Media
Peer reviewedPaul, Karin; Kuhlthau, Carol C.; Branch, Jennifer L.; Solowan, Diane Galloway; Case, Roland; Abilock, Debbie; Eisenberg, Michael B.; Koechlin, Carol; Zwaan, Sandi; Hughes, Sandra; Low, Ann; Litch, Margaret; Lowry, Cindy; Irvine, Linda; Stimson, Margaret; Schlarb, Irene; Wilson, Janet; Warriner, Emily; Parsons, Les; Luongo-Orlando, Katherine; Hamilton, Donald – School Libraries in Canada, 2003
Includes 19 articles that address issues related to library skills and Canadian school libraries. Topics include information literacy; inquiry learning; critical thinking and electronic research; collaborative inquiry; information skills and the Big 6 approach to problem solving; student use of online databases; library skills; Internet accuracy;…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Mehta, Apurva – Computers in Libraries, 1996
Remote access to full-text and CD-ROM databases using the Internet has advantages over a CD-ROM local area network. Topics include speed, document delivery, multiple platforms, technical support, licensing, copyright, and access to graphics. Considerations of duplication of information, platform compatibility, print versus digital media, back…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computers
Peer reviewedStalker, John C.; Murfin, Marjorie E. – RQ, 1996
Ohio State University Library studied abilities of undergraduates to identify correct sources for answering reference questions when using the online catalog and the Sourcefinder database with its new Question Unit feature. Users located subjects and instructions at a greater percentage with Sourcefinder than with the online catalog. Topics…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Databases, Higher Education
Peer reviewedSalas, Albert A.; Anderson, M. Brownell – Academic Medicine, 1997
Outlines ways in which the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is working to support introduction of new technologies into medical education and facilitate dialog on information technology and curriculum issues. Describes six AAMC initiatives related to computing in education, including projects concerning educational objectives,…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Databases, Educational Objectives, Higher Education
Peer reviewedRuxton, Graeme D. – Chance, 1996
Addresses the drudgery of entering long datasets at the keyboard before being able to begin each chapter of a book. Suggests that the publishers of statistics books make the datasets available for people to download onto their computers over the World Wide Web. (AIM)
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Database Design, Higher Education
