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  1. Wallace, P.M.: Periodical title searching in online catalogues (1997) 0.05 
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    Abstract
    Reports on a dramatic shift from subject to periodical title searching at Colorado University Libraries. States possible reasons for the change, examines problems encountered by users with searching the periodical title index and suggests how this change in online catalogue searching may affect future catalogue design and bibliographic instruction
    Date
    29. 7.1998 10:57:22
  2. Coles, C.: Information seeking behaviour of public library users : use and non-use of electronic media (1999) 0.04 
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    Abstract
    This paper highlights some of the significant findings from author's PhD: "Factors affecting the end-use of electronic databases in public libraries." Public libraries have a wide range of different types of users who, unlike academic or special library users, are not necessarily information-trained (see Coles, 1998). Whereas the academic, special library user may have specific information needs that can be met by electronic sources, public library users do not necessarily have such specific information needs that can easily be identified and met. Most user surveys have tended to concentrate on the searching and retrieval aspect of information seeking behaviour, whereas this study's user survey focused more on how people perceived and related to Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). It was not how people searched a particular electronic source, in this case CD-ROM, that was of prime interest but rather whether or not people actually used them at all and the reasons why people did or did not use electronic media. There were several reasons the study looked at CD-ROM specifically. Firstly, CD-ROM is a well established technology, most people should be familiar with CD-ROM/multimedia. Secondly, CD-ROM was, at the start of the study, the only open access electronic media widely available in public libraries. As well as examining why public library users chose to use electronic sources, the paper looks at the types of CD-ROM databases used both in the library and in general Also examined are what sort of searches users carried out. Where appropriate some of the problems inherent in studying end-users in public libraries and the difficulty in getting reliable data, are discussed. Several methods were used to collect the data. I wished to avoid limiting research to a small sample of library sites, the aim was to be as broad in scope as possible. There were two main groups of people 1 wished to look at: non-users as well as CD-ROM users
    Date
    22. 3.2002 8:51:28
  3. Byström, K.: Information seekers in context : an analysis of the 'doer' in INSU studies (1999) 0.03 
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    Abstract
    In information needs, seeking and use (INSU) research, individuals have most commonly been perceived as users (e.g., Kuhlthau, 1991; Dervin & Nilan, 1986; Dervin, 1989; Belkin, 1980). The concept user originates from the user of libraries and other information services and information systems. Over the years the scope of the concept has become wider and it is nowadays often understood in the sense of seekers of information (e.g., Wilson, 1981; Marchionini, 1995) and users of information (e.g., Streatfield, 1983). Nevertheless, the concept has remained ambiguous by being on the one hand universal and on the other hand extremely specific. The purpose of this paper is to map and evaluate views on people whose information behaviour has been in one way or another the core of our research area. The goal is to shed some light on various relationships between the different aspects of doers in INSU studies. The paper is inspired by Dervin's (1997) analysis of context where she identified among other themes the nature of subject by contrasting a `transcendental individual' with a `decentered subject', and Talja's (1997) presentation about constituting `information' and `user' from the discourse analytic viewpoint as opposed to the cognitive viewpoint. Instead of the metatheoretical approach applied by Dervin and Talja, a more concrete approach is valid in the present analysis where no direct arguments for or against the underlying metatheories are itemised. The focus is on doers in INSU studies leaving other, even closely-related concepts (i.e., information, information seeking, knowledge etc.), outside the scope of the paper.
    Date
    22. 3.2002 9:55:52
  4. Markey, K.: Thus spoke the OPAC user (1993) 0.03 
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    Abstract
    Reports on the results of focused group interviews conducted by OCLC of library users and OPACs. Library users, library public and technical services staff at six libraries were interviewed. Details their neeeds and perceptions
    Footnote
    Reprinted from: Information technology and libraries 2(1983) no.4, S.381-387
    Source
    Information technology and libraries. 12(1993) no.1, S.87-92
  5. Bertot, J.C.; McClure, C.R.: Impacts of public access to the Internet through Pennsylvania public libraries (1997) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Reports results of an evaluation of the Online at PA Libraries project (Autumn 1996 to Autumn 1997), funded by Bell Atlantic and administered by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Education's Office of Commonwealth Libraries and the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit, which has had a significant impact on the provision of Internet based information services and resources to Pennsylvania public library users. 4 surveys were conducted: a survey to assess the participating libraries' expectations concerning the project; a user survey to determine user satisfaction, demographic and overall project and Internet assessment; and 2 training evaluation surveys conducted at the start and at the follow up stage of the project. The project has provided a statewide demonstration of what can be done to improve quickly and significantly the statewide public library services; to connect public libraries to the Internet and provide a range of new services and resources to their communities; and to 'junpstart' libraries, librarians and citizens into the global networked society
    Source
    Information technology and libraries. 16(1997) no.4, S.151-164
  6. Tenopir, C.; Green, D.: Patterns of use and usage factors for online databases in academic and public libraries (1999) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Database usage data from a random sample of academic and public libraries in the U.S. and Canada reveals patterns of use in selected types of libraries. Library users in both public and academic libraries tend to use commercial online databases most frequently early in the week, mid-day, and at times that correspond to the academic calendar (November in this six-month sample.) The mean number of simultaneous users is correlated with the size of the population served and the number of workstations available, but relatively low numbers of users are simultaneously logged on to research databases at all sizes of libraries. A questionnaire sent to these same libraries identified many other factors that might influence database use, including levels of instruction, availability of remote login, placement of a database on the library's homepage, although none of these factors was found to be statistically significant
  7. Lehmann, S.; Renfro, P.: Humanists and electronic information services : acceptance and resistance (1991) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    The design and implementations of online systems in libraries have proceeded without much demonstrated empirical understanding of the complexities of users' needs. Reports interviews with a group of humanist scholars at the Univ. of Pennsylvania about their experiences with the Research Libraries Information Network (RLIN) database. These interviews yielded a wide range of responses. 4 factors emerged consistently as significant determinants of use: content, connectivity, user-friendliness, and cost. Discusses and evaluates the significance of these factors, individually and in relation to one another
    Source
    College and research libraries. 25(1991) no.5, S.409-413
  8. Lucas, T.A.: Time patterns in remote OPAC use (1993) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Expanded hours of access and the reduction of peak system loads are often cited as advantages of remote access to OPACs. This argument is based on the assumption that remote users search OPACs when libraries are closed or when there is low internal use. The study tested this assumption by performing a transactional log analysis of the remote and internal use of the OPAC at the Research Libraries of the New York Public Library. Analysis showed that pateerns of remote and internal use differed greatly. A large part of the remote searching occured when the Research Libraries were closed. Compared to internal searching, remote searching was distributed more evenly over the course of the day and the week. Results show that remote access expands the hours of use of the Online catalogue and has potential to reduce peak system loads at the Research Libraries
    Source
    College and research libraries. 54(1993) no.5, S.439-445
  9. Pasanen-Tuomainen, I.: Monitoring online catalogues in the Nordic technological university libraries (1992) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    NORDINFO financed project to evaluate OPACs from the end user's viewpoint began in Aug 91 and was aimed at discovering how different types of users carry out searches; how the different methods of describing a publication's contact are used; and evaluating how title, thesauri words and free text are combined in searching using the transaction log analysis method over a 6 week period. The results show that not even menus give enough guidance to an occasional user; free text searching was the most popular method; scan commands proved not popular. The number of searches retrieving no-references was similar in all libraries, while libraries differed in the truncated search terms. Multilingualism was a serious problem in all the online catalogues. Lists recommended improvements
  10. Poll, R.; Boekhorst, P. de: Measuring quality : international guidelines for performance measurement in academic libraries (1996) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    The Guidelines are a toolbox for libraries to answer for their performance indicators which are described in detail aimed at improving the effectivity of the library: do the opening hours meet the demand of users? To what extent do users find the books they are looking for? In how far do the services of the library fulfil the expectations of the users? The answers to these questions will show to what extent the library fulfils its mission and reaches its goals. Perticularly in times of financial restraint it is necessary for libraries to demonstrate their effectiveness to themselves and the governing bodies
  11. Miralpeix, C.: Children's catalogues : a comparative study of catalogue use in two children's libraries (1994) 0.02 
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  12. Gandhi, T.M.K.: ¬The need for catalogue use studies in Indian libraries (1996) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Discusses the importance of catalogue use studies, particularly in the context of database development for networking. A literature review reveals that most of the studies are conducted in western countries which may be grouped in 3 categories: user studies; studies relating to search failures; and experiments with methodology. Stresses the need for more such studies in the context of libraries in India, particularly in the view of library network development in the country
  13. Park, I.: ¬A comparative study of major OPACs in selected academic libraries for developing countries : user study and subjective user evaluation (1997) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Provides information on the characteristics of 5 online catalogue systems in 5 academic libraries in the austin, Texas and North Texas, USA, and their use by Korean students at University of North Texas, USA, in order to assist system managers in the selection of online catalogues. Proposes recommendations when designing, adopting, or managing a new online catalogue system. Topics for further studies on the characteristics of online systems and their use are also suggested
  14. Rosenthal, M.; Shupe, B.: Evaluating patron use of an online catalog (1995) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    While much has been written about OPACs in college and university libraries, few OPAC studies from community colleges have appeared in the literature. Provides a background to the work of Nassau Community College, Garden City, New York (NCC) and its library. Describes the NCC OPAC and presents a study of its use covering user profiles; user success; and user strategies and patterns of use
    Source
    Community and junior college libraries. 8(1995) no.1, S.75-86
  15. Andersson, R.; Holst, E.: Indexes and other depictions of fictions : a new model for analysis empirically tested (1996) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    In this study descriptions of a novel by 100 users at 2 Swedish public libraries, Malmö and Molndal, Mar-Apr 95, were compared to the index terms used for the novels at these libraries. Describes previous systems for fiction indexing, the 2 libraries, and the users interviewed. Compares the AMP system with their own model. The latter operates with terms under the headings phenomena, frame and author's intention. The similarities between the users' and indexers' descriptions were sufficiently close to make it possible to retrieve fiction in accordance with users' wishes in Molndal, and would have been in Malmö, had more books been indexed with more terms. Sometimes the similarities were close enough for users to retrieve fiction on their own
  16. Jacobson, T.E.; Newkirk, J.G.: ¬The effect of CD-ROM instruction on search operator use (1996) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Reports results of a survey of 675 CD-ROM users at State University of New York at Albany Libraries, obtaining data from both questionnaires and actual search strategies. The primary aim was to investigate the effect of prior user training or assistance on CD-ROM search strategy. A statistically significant but weak relationship was found between prior rtraining and level of search skill. Other measures such as user status, department affiliation of major, age, sex, and number of previous CD-ROM uses were compared to search skill. Only user status and department affiliation or major were significantly correlated to search skill. Concludes that additional research is needed on the effectiveness of various types of CD-ROM training
    Source
    College and research libraries. 57(1996) no.1, S.68-76
  17. Millsap, L.; Ferl, T.E.: ¬The knuckle-cracker's dilemma : a transaction log study of OPAC subject searching (1996) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Reports results of an online survey of in house users acessing California University's computerized union catalogue, the MELVYL library system, from public access terminals in the libraries of the California University at Santa Cruz (UCSC). The study included descriptive statistics on user status, affiliation, anticipated focus of system usage, judgement of ease of system use, and need for assistance. The transaction logs of respondents to the survey were analyzed and cross tabulated with demographic data on the same group of users. Particular attention was given to subject searching and to the dilemmas that confront users of a system in which heuristics are largely absent. Data was compared with similar data collected in a earlier study of user who accessed the MELVYL library system from remote sites
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    Information technology and libraries. 15(1996) no.2, S.81-98
  18. Saarti, J.: Feeding with the spoon, or the effects of shelf classification of fiction on the loaning of fiction (1997) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Investigates what effect the shelf classification of fiction had on the way that library users in the 2 branch libraries of Kajanni, Finland, use the library's stock of fiction and how they loan fiction. In 1 library the fiction stock was divided in 11 shelf categories, based on genres of fiction - in the other no changes were made. The books were also indexed and classified in the library's database. The project lasted for 3 years and the results were gathered by interviewing clients and making statistical analysis on loans in both libraries
  19. Tomney, H.; Burton, P.F.: Electronic journals : a case study of usage and attitudes among academics (1998) 0.01 
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    Date
    22. 5.1999 19:07:29
  20. He, P.W.; Jacobson, T.E.: What are they doing with the Internet? : A study of user information seeking behaviors (1996) 0.01 
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    Abstract
    Reports results of a survey, conducted by the State University of New York and Albany Library, to investigate the effects of gender, college status and prior Internet experience on the use of Internet resources. The subjects were 96 randomly selected users using the library's Internet terminals during the first 2 months of 1995. The majority of users were found to share the following characteristics: male undergraduates affiliated with the social sciences; and novice users who have less than 6 months experience. Respondents felt strongly that the Internet is useful, and has been an important resource for their research and assignment. Users have high expectations of searching capabilities, while they feel neutral or disappointed with browsing. Results indicate that libraries should provide access to the Internet and suggest that libraries should take the lead in developing searchable indexes and making databases better organized for the ease and effectiveness of browsing

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