Showing papers in "Serials Librarian in 1985"
TL;DR: In this article, a survey of articles in twelve library journals between 1973 and 1982 showed a steady increase in the percentage written by academic librarians, ranging from 28 to 42 percent.
Abstract: Will current pressure for faculty members to publish in order to achieve promotion and tenure affect authorship patterns in the library literature? A survey of articles in twelve library journals between 1973 and 1982 showed a steady increase in the percentage written by academic librarians. The range here was from 28 to 42 percent. The yearly distribution in each of the journals was documented for academic librarian authors and for the size of the library they represented. The productivity of these authors ranged from one to fourteen articles each. Seventy-eight percent of the librarians published only one article in this sample. The sample size of 357 libraries was divided into five classes ranging from smallest, with holdings of less than 100,000 volumes, to largest, with holdings of one million and more volumes. As might be expected, more authors came from the larger libraries and indications are that academic authors will continue to increase their share of authorship in general library journals.
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TL;DR: The Georgia Institute of Technology Library has an extensive collection of serials, with emphasis on engineering, science, management, and architecture periodicals, and the importance of constant collection evaluation is stressed.
Abstract: The Georgia Institute of Technology Library has an extensive collection of serials, with emphasis on engineering, science, management, and architecture periodicals. Escalating costs of journal subscriptions combined with chronically inadequate resources budgets necessitated a careful evaluation of the serials collection in the mid 1970s. The F.W. Faxon Company's library information line was used to store evaluative data about each title, and printouts including these data were used to organize titles for evaluation preparatory to cancellation. The completed evaluation was used as the basis for the cancellation of 202 subscriptions in 1976 and 692 subscriptions in 1979. Subsequently, in 1981, an additional 545 subscriptions were cancelled. Ultimately the budget was brought under control at some cost to the quality and extent of the serials collection. In conclusion, the importance of constant collection evaluation is stressed, interlibrary cooperation is urged, and advance planning for large scale subscrip...
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TL;DR: The history of serials at Boston Spa is outlined and various aspects of policy and procedures relating to serials, including selection, acquisition, record creation, automation, usage and binding are described.
Abstract: The British Library Lending Division has one of the largest collections of serials in the world. This paper outlines the history of serials at Boston Spa and describes various aspects of policy and procedures relating to serials, including selection, acquisition, record creation, automation, usage and binding. It concludes by considering the future role of the Lending Division in the light of continuing developments in electronic publishing and telecommunications.
7 citations
TL;DR: This article pointed out that the prices for foreign publications, particularly periodicals, are often higher for North American readers than for other customers, and that this situation seems unjustifiable in terms of currency exchange rates or on any other ground.
Abstract: Prices for foreign publications, particularly periodicals, are often higher for North American than for other customers. This situation seems unjustifiable in terms of currency exchange rates or on any other ground. There are other developments in publishing practices that give reason for concern. It is disturbing that libraries have not more effectively questioned and resisted practices that impose costly burdens on them.
5 citations
TL;DR: A review of the recent literature traces the changes in microform use and technology and the increased emphasis on educating users to the benefits of microforms.
Abstract: Avenir des microformes face aux technologies de stockage sur disque optique. Revue de la litterature sur l'evolution de l'utilisation et de la technologie des microformes
5 citations
TL;DR: This paper traces the development of the United Kingdom Serials Group from its beginnings as an informal gathering of librarians invited to Blackwell's Periodicals Division to the point at which it has become the foremost authority on serials work in theUnited Kingdom.
Abstract: This paper traces the development of the United Kingdom Serials Group from its beginnings as an informal gathering of librarians invited to Blackwell's Periodicals Division to the point at which it has become the foremost authority on serials work in the United Kingdom The work of the group in organising conferences, courses and its publications is discussed
4 citations
TL;DR: How new technologies are affecting the way scientists and technologists communicate in the future is related.
Abstract: The purpose of this article is to relate how new technologies are affecting the way scientists and technologists communicate. The discussion includes the origins of the scientific journal, the problems and promise of the contemporary journal and an exploration of developing technologies, such as electronic bibliographic data retrieval, personalized information systems, electronic mail, text editing, teleconferencing, electronic publishing, telefacsimile, optical and laser disc storage with an emphasis on their effect upon scholarly communication in the future.
4 citations
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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors describe the development of des catalogues collectifs, principes de leur elaboration, apport de lautomatisation, and apport of lautonomisation.
Abstract: Developpement des catalogues collectifs, principes de leur elaboration, apport de l'automatisation
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TL;DR: On examine les arguments de chacune de ces tendances de l'organisation autonome des departements des periodiques.
Abstract: Un debat est en cours entre ceux qui defendent l'organisation autonome des departements des periodiques et ceux qui sont favorables a la fusion de ces departements avec les autres secteurs de la bibliotheque. On examine les arguments de chacune de ces tendances
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TL;DR: The author describes the efforts of the Library at the University of lllinois at Urbana to minimize the problems of librarians and at the same time increase serials accessibility for patrons.
Abstract: Serials present many problems for both librarians and library patrons. For librarians, problems generally involve the management and control of serial collections. For patrons, the problems stem from efforts to access and use the collection. While some of the problems are the same for both librarians and patrons, some are different. Through analysis of the local situation, librarians can change some policies and procedures in management to reduce user frustrations. The author describes the efforts of the Library at the University of lllinois at Urbana to minimize the problems of librarians and at the same time increase serials accessibility for patrons.
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TL;DR: Evidence is presented to show how advances in computer technology are making possible uniform representation of bibliographic and holdings information and so contributing to the success of union listing projects.
Abstract: The impact on union listing activities of growth in serials publishing and of budgetary stringency is discussed. Evidence is presented to show how advances in computer technology are making possible uniform representation of bibliographic and holdings information and so contributing to the success of union listing projects. Some important union listing publications are described, and the future of union listing is commented upon.
TL;DR: In this article, les problemes de titre et de microformatage sont envisages ainsi que le projet CONSER (Conversion of Serials) for the AACR2.
Abstract: L'accent est mis sur les changements intervenus dans les regles de catalogage, en particulier les AACR2. Les problemes de titre et de microformatage sont envisages ainsi que le projet CONSER (Conversion of Serials)
TL;DR: This paper describes an approach to fund distribution for serials acquisitions that has proven less than satisfactory and the primary reason for the current imbalance is the tendency of academic departments to maintain periodical subscriptions at the expense of monographic publications.
Abstract: This paper describes an approach to fund distribution for serials acquisitions that has proven less than satisfactory. A change in collection development policies giving primary responsibility for selection decisions to teaching faculty has resulted in a skewing of the balance in library holdings. The primary reason for the current imbalance is the tendency of academic departments to maintain periodical subscriptions at the expense of monographic publications.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors describe recent happenings in magazine publishing, indicating why some magazines have failed, others have prospered and still others have remain unchanged, and point out the need for an understanding of magazine history and economics as a prerequisite in the setting of periodicals budgets.
Abstract: Describes recent happenings in magazine publishing, indicating why some magazines have failed, others have prospered and still others have remain unchanged. Points out the need for an understanding of magazine history and economics as a prerequisite in the setting of periodicals budgets. Discusses such matters as article refereeing, audience predilections and abstracting and indexing. Lists characteristics that have emcrged in magazines over the past decade.
TL;DR: Evolution du marche, de l'edition et des relations entre le bibliothecaire, l'editeur et l'intermediaire for les abonnements as mentioned in this paper.
Abstract: Evolution du marche, de l'edition et des relations entre le bibliothecaire, l'editeur et l'intermediaire pour les abonnements
TL;DR: The change to successive entry and AACR2 meant that extensive searching and authority work was needed for each title, and the project staffing was reorganized to meet this need.
Abstract: In July 1980 the University of Houston began a project to convert its older serial titles to machine-readable form and consolidate an old serial record file with the newer Central Serial Record. The change to successive entry and AACR2 meant that extensive searching and authority work were needed for each title, and the project staffing was reorganized to meet this need. This change and the decision to delay analytics until the project's end brought dramatic results. The report concludes with suggestions for conversion planning.
TL;DR: The second annual survey of serial resources indicates that growth of serial collections in university libraries is negligible, and college libraries attempted to maintain "steady state" collections.
Abstract: The second annual survey of serial resources indicates that growth of serial collections in university libraries is negligible. College libraries attempted to maintain "steady state" collections. Public libraries seemed to fare somewhat better, there were few cancellations. Only the two national institutions, Canada Institute for Scientific and Technical Information and the National Library of Canada, achieved a systematic growth in their serial resources. Both are the largest lenders in the country.
TL;DR: The author examines four recent sets of guidelines for the production of union catalogues of serials and concludes that the necessity for careful planning and the need for adequate funding and staffing for what will otherwise be a waste of resources is a common theme.
Abstract: The author examines four recent sets of guidelines for the production of union catalogues of serials. The common theme throughout all four is the necessity for careful planning and the need of adequate funding and staffing for what will otherwise be a waste of resources. The scope of a union list must be clearly defined. Standards for bibliographical input and holdings statements must be established. The ISSN is increasing in usefulness but has not yet achieved complete control.
TL;DR: It is shown how application of various cost analyses and economic theory methods make available more meaningful and rational decision-making data.
Abstract: Continually growing collections have mandated the use of storage arrangements in most libraries. Compact storage, storage buildings, weeding and conversion to microformat are all discussed. Reference is made to related topics in the recent literature. It is shown how application of various cost analyses and economic theory methods make available more meaningful and rational decision-making data.
TL;DR: The history of the development, the system's advantages, and some of its advantages are described.
Abstract: From May 1982 through February 1984 staff in the Preparations Department of the Louisiana State University Library worked with programmers at Hertzberg New Method, Inc., to develop an on-line communications system between binder and library. This paper details the history of the development, describes the system, and identifies some of its advantages.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors proposed guidelines for designing and implementing a forecasting system, and selected forecasting models were tested against a time-series of periodical prices, using the mean average deviation as the factor for comparison.
Abstract: Problems arising from the escalation in subscription costs are discussed in the context of management accountability for the effective use of library resources. An effective forecasting system can improve the quality of decision making throughout the administrative hierarchy, so long as there is a clear understanding of its costs and limitations. Guidelines for designing and implementing a forecasting system are proposed, and selected forecasting models are tested against a time-series of periodical prices, using the mean average deviation as the factor for comparison. The results indicate that a forecasting model based upon the geometric mean provides the best results at the least cost.
TL;DR: In this article, the authors discute des contraintes economiques, sociales et techniques (automatisation) which constituent l'environnement des bibliotheques universitaires.
Abstract: On discute des contraintes economiques, sociales et techniques (automatisation) qui constituent l'environnement des bibliotheques universitaires. Compte tenu de cet environnement, on envisage comment pourrait etre organisees la gestion des periodiques
TL;DR: Conseils pour la planification et les decisions budgetaires liees a la gestion d'une bibliotheque as mentioned in this paper, a bibliothèque which is a kind of museum.
Abstract: Conseils pour la planification et les decisions budgetaires liees a la gestion d'une bibliotheque
TL;DR: The Boston Library Consortium has produced a union list of serials for many years as a crucial element in its broad resource-sharing program as discussed by the authors, and the Consortium agreed to work in an advisory capacity with the Faxon Company in the development of a new union list system, and to become the first test site for the system.
Abstract: The Boston Library Consortium has produced a union list of serials for many years as a crucial element in its broad resource-sharing program In 1982, the Consortium agreed to work in an advisory capacity with the Faxon Company in the development of a new union list system, and to become the first test site for the system Features of the system such as record format, data entry procedures, and editorial review options are discussed, along with considerations of training, documentation, administration, and staffing
TL;DR: Vue d'ensemble sur le developpement de l'ISDS (International Serials Data System) and of the ISBD(S) (International Standard Bibliographic Description for Serials).
Abstract: Serials cataloging has undergone a revolution since the beginning of the 1970s. Various forces on both national and international levels have played an important role in the transformation of traditional cataloging practices. This paper summarizes the development of the International Serials Data System and the International Standard Bibliographic Description for Serials and their impact on both of the editions of the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules. The CONversion of SERials Project is also examined in depth.
TL;DR: Self-help advice is offered and some American Library Association programs are described, with an emphasis on the Serials Section of the Resources and Technical Services Division.
Abstract: A librarian new to serials work has much to learn. In addition to learning on the job, other aids are available. Self-help advice is offered and some American Library Association programs are described, with an emphasis on the Serials Section of the Resources and Technical Services Division.
TL;DR: The authors found that the stationary level of the student's familiarity with the subject at hand counteracts these benefits to a far greater degree than most might wish to admit, and initial errors in qualifying limitations placed on the search (such as period of publication, for example) further exacerbate this problem.
Abstract: The proliferation of online searching as well as its relative decline in cost has been both a boon and a bane for undergraduate use of journal literature. Preliminary working bibliographies for brief research papers can be constructed in a shorter period of time allowing more time for the creative, cognitive process which is the reason for the exercise in the first place. Dispersion of citations indicates a higher percent of the relative literature searched. However, the stationary level of the student’s familiarity with the subject at hand counteracts these benefits to a far greater degree than most might wish to admit. Lack of analytic selection from the citations produced by the search as well as initial errors in qualifying limitations placed on the search (such as period of publication, for example) further exacerbate this problem.
TL;DR: Les difficultes liees aux debuts du traitement automatise des periodiques se sont transformees en un reel avantage for les bibliothecaires as discussed by the authors.
Abstract: Les difficultes liees aux debuts du traitement automatise des periodiques se sont transformees en un reel avantage pour les bibliothecaires