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Lowe, M. Sara (Haworth Press, 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: The non-standard practice at Cowles Library at Drake University has been to display electronic journals and some print journals in the Knowledge Base while simultaneously listing print journals and some electronic journals in the online public access catalog (OPAC). The result was a system that made it difficult for patrons to determine our journal holdings while not providing any benefits to our technical services department. Whether or not to display electronic holdings with print holdings in the OPAC is a frequently debated question. For institutions that do not have the cataloging or technical services staff to keep up with constantly changing electronic holdings, a better question is whether or not to add the print holdings to the list of electronic resources (a knowledge base). The library has listed all journal holdings (print and electronic) in the knowledge base. At the same time, Cowles Library reevaluated its procedure regarding the display of electronic journals in the OPAC. By addressing these issues, Cowles Library hopes that it has implemented changes that will better serve librarians, faculty, and students. This article discusses the procedure changes implemented primarily to aid users but also to streamline and standardize workflows for staff. Description: M. Sara Lowe, MLS, MA is the Electronic Resources Specialist at Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa (E-mail: sara.lowe@drake.edu). URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2092/972 Files in this item: 1
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Wallace, Karen L. (American Library Association, May, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: Even the most fabulous collections, programs, and services can all languish underutilized and ill-attended without effective promotion. At times, even the most creative among us can become stymied and fall into a rut, relying on the same promotional techniques for all library offerings. Considering other public libraries’ successful promotions, along with their underlying marketing principles, can help infuse new life in stale routines. This article presents ten guidelines for effective promotion, illustrated by real library practices. Description: Karen L. Wallace is a professor of librarianship and Circulation/Reference Library in the Opperman Law Library at Drake University. She can be contacted at karen.wallace@drake.edu URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2092/495 Files in this item: 1
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Sulzbach, Deborah E. (Haworth Press, Inc., June, 2006)[more][less]
Abstract: This annotated bibliography is presented as a guide for attorneys, librarians, students, and the general public interested in postconviction DNA evidence. Part I presents a brief introduction to the history and use of postconviction DNA evidence. Part II includes articles about individuals exonerated through the use of postconviction DNA evidence. Part III presents articles focusing on postconviction DNA evidence in various states. Part IV contains articles about the federal Innocence Protection Act. Part V includes articles about some Innocence Projects in the United States. Part VI includes articles covering various aspects of postconviction DNA evidence. Part VII lists books and chapters of books on the topic. Copyright © by The Haworth Press, Inc. All rights reserved. Description: Deborah E. Sulzbach is an Associate Professor of Librarianship in the Law Library at Drake University. She can be contacted at: deborah.sulzbach@drake.edu URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2092/410 Files in this item: 1
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Lerdal, Susan Nissen (American Association of Law Libraries, January, 2006)[more][less]
Abstract: Should librarians consult empirical research when making day-to-day operational decisions? Ms. Lerdal describes the concepts and methods of evidence-based librarianship, suggesting that this approach may provide opportunities for law librarians to increase their credibility in the eyes of those who fund and use their libraries. Description: 28 pages. Susan Nissen Lerdal is a Reference Librarian at the Law Library at Drake University. Her email address is: susan.lerdal@drake.edu URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2092/329 Files in this item: 1
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Vande Haar, Dale A. (Kennedy-Western University, February, 2005)[more][less]
Abstract: This dissertation explores the development of public school libraries from their origins in the late 18th century in New England to today’s dynamic, modern places where students and faculty use 21st century technology to access information sources. Staffed with trained professionals and support staff, these school libraries have specific curricula that teach information literacy skills – how to find, evaluate, and use resources – and promote the love of reading and teach lifelong learning skills. Since 1990 the school library field has been fortunate to have seen a flurry of activity in the area of quantitative research, which has shown consistently how important school libraries are in helping all students, regardless of socio-economic or community conditions increase their personal achievement. Professionally staffed, well funded libraries with large, current collections and electronic access to numerous online databases have been shown to consistently increase student achievement scores on standardized tests. Specifically, the research in this study compares the achievement scores of 5th grade elementary students taking the Reference Materials test of the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS), by comparing the scores between schools with and without professional librarians to see what impact there is on student achievement, especially with the various racial groups found within the district. A descriptive study, there are no specific answers to questions, but outcomes are revealed and recommendations for further study and use of the information found during the researching of this paper are offered. Description: Physical description: x, 217 leaves. Dale Vande Haar, a Drake University alum, is currently the Libraries and Information Services Coordinator for the Des Moines Public Schools.He can be contacted at dale.vandehaar@dmps.k12.ia.us URI: http://hdl.handle.net/2092/284 Files in this item: 2
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