Ford, B.J.; Jacobs, S.J.: Academic libraries (1997)
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- Abstract
- The increased interconnectivity of academic library resources has led to a growth in the use of electronic media and diminishing dependence on print. An expanding number of remote users and the growth of distance education have led to increased expectations for access. Whether they call themselves digital, virtual or electronic, academic libraries force the challenge of preparing for the millenium through technology. Discusses the role of academic libraries and librarians; cooperation between the library and the computer centre; leading and managing libraries; measurement of library effectiveness; financial resources; staffing; diversity; customer service; reference services; library instruction; library design for technology; the Internet; library automation; integrated systems; cooperative computer networks; document delivery; collection management; digitization and electronic publishing; and cooperation between libraries; vendors and publishing
