This four-article section focuses on information storage capacity of the optical disk covering the information workstation (uses microcomputer, optical disk, compact disc to provide reference information, information content, work product support); use of laser videodisc technology for dissemination of agricultural information; encoding databases…

Reports on recent advances in development and use of database management systems and increased recognition of importance of information requirements determination and the data dictionary/directory which have created a new role for librarians. Further potential for library careers in data administration is discussed. Twenty-seven references and…

Reports results of survey of 267 librarians and library school teachers in 57 Nigerian libraries and library schools designed to explore the family backgrounds of librarians in a developing country. Personal characteristics (sex, age), states of origin, parental background, fathers' education, and fathers' occupation are highlighted. (EJS)

Reports on study of the adoption of particular innovation, a software cataloging system, in central Ohio elementary school of approximately 500 students and 22 teachers. Discussion covers rationale for developing innovation, relationship between attributes of innovation and its adoption, use of cataloging components, consequences, recommendations,…

This review discusses the key elements of a national infrastructure of information--government (funding, legislation, manpower planning, national information policy, development of communications systems); people (information users and professionals); professional associations or societies; publishing industry; physical information resources…

This study of the effectiveness of three instructional methods in teaching basic subject cataloging determined that microcomputer programed instruction differed significantly from television lecture and printed text in terms of each of three scores on pretest, posttest, and retest (overall achievement, achievement on factual knowledge, problem…

With computers rivaling books and journals as information sources, academic libraries must learn to use computers and other technology as information tools. Some colleges have already developed consortia and other intercollegiate arrangements, but costs and the information explosion slow this process for many. (MSE)

Outlines the background to an analysis of information management in the Public Service Commission and describes the implementation of proposals to create better information systems and improve libraries. Progress made by the newly established Research and Information Unit is noted, including a review of government libraries. (4 references) (EJS)

Explores response time variations in National Library of Medicine's ELHILL bibliographic search system and analyzes statistical significance of response time in terms of its variations by day of week, hour of day, particular bibliographic file being searched, command issued by user, number of users logged onto system. Ten references are cited.…

Analysis of New England information science personnel needs focuses on job vacancies by specialization (1980-1983); priority personnel needs; overall personnel priorities; average of advertised salaries and job by type of employer; and demand for information, processing, and youth service workers. A substantial need for children's and school…

Reviews the advances happening in computer technology and the challenges to educators. Identifies the barriers that need to be confronted, problems to be faced, and courseware needs. (MD)

Describes a project undertaken at Florida State University to index the contents of its career library on a microcomputer. The Career Key provides easy access to materials and promotes information-seeking skills as a strategy for solving decision-making problems. (JAC)

Provides brief accounts of significant current innovation and research in Australia. Topics covered include administration, curriculum and objectives, teaching and learning, measurement and research methodology, student development and personnel services, social context of education, and history. (Author/RK)

Print and nonprint resources for young Black and Latino children as well as a motivational research study are reviewed. Notes qualified authors. (Author/KP)

Across the various programs of study, portfolios serve many functions and purposes. Electronic portfolios have been used as a culminating product for students in our Master of Library Science and Master of Education in Instructional Technology at East Carolina University. Two conclusions were drawn from this study - (1) authentic assessment using…