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1. Behavioral Citation Analysis: Toward Collection Enhancement for Users.

Author

Fuchs, Beth E., Thomsen, Cristina M., Bias, Randolph G., and Davis Jr., Donald G.

Subjects
*LIBRARY users, *ACADEMIC libraries, *LIBRARY public services, *BIBLIOGRAPHICAL citations, *BIBLIOGRAPHIC methodology, *RESEARCH
Abstract

A pilot study was developed to determine use of the University of Texas at Austin General Libraries' research collections in the fields of civil engineering and educational psychology and to investigate the research behavior of graduate students. First, the authors sampled bibliographic citations from dissertations completed during the years 1997 and 2002 in the above-named fields. Then, a survey was sent to the dissertation writers to gain insight into use and opinions of library services for their graduate research. Analysis of information provided by both collection- and user-centered data-gathering techniques serves to underscore the value of the merged evaluation methods. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2006
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2. Fighting Fake News.

Author

Banks, Marcus

Subjects
*FAKE news, *LIBRARIES, *MEDIA literacy, *LIBRARIANS, *ACCURACY of information, *SOCIAL media & society, *LIBRARY users, *JOURNALISTS, *LIBRARIES -- Social aspects, *PREVENTION, *NEWSPAPERS, *PUBLIC libraries, *DECEPTION, *CURRICULUM, *PRESS, *STUDENTS, *TRUST, *SEARCH engines, *INFORMATION literacy
Abstract

The article discusses the author's views about how American libraries can lead the effort to combat fake news as of 2017, and it mentions media literacy in the U.S., as well as the ways that librarians can assist library patrons in accessing accurate information. According to a 2016 research report, a majority of adults in the U.S. receive their news in real time from online social media websites and services. Journalists in America are also assessed.

Published
2017

3. 'Virtual Desktop' Spans Digital Divide.

Subjects
*PUBLIC access computers in libraries, *INTERNET access for library users, *PUBLIC libraries, *LIBRARY public services
Abstract

Reports on a library program in Houston, Texas which will give library card-holding residents free access to email, word processing, spreadsheet software and document storage space. Positive reaction to the program; Technological facilities at the libraries; Cost effectiveness of the program.

Published
2001

4. Stir Raised by Dallas Body-Odor Rule.

Subjects
*PUBLIC libraries, *LIBRARY users, *LIBRARY associations
Abstract

The article reports on the reaction of the Dallas Homeless Neighborhood Association to the patron behavior policy implemented by the Dallas Public Library in Texas. James Waghorne, president of the neighborhood association, opposes the rule. Leslie Burger, president-elect of the American Library Association, supports the policy of the Dallas Public Library.

Published
2006

5. CENSORSHIP WATCH.

Subjects
*CENSORSHIP, *CENSORSHIP in libraries, *INTERNET access for library users
Abstract

Offers news briefs related to censorship in the United States as of November 1, 2000. Installation of Internet filters in Michigan libraries despite voter opposition; Opposition of churches to a showing of the motion picture 'The Last Temptation of Christ,' at the Catskill (N.Y.) Public Library; Decision of U.S. District Judge Jerry Buchmeyer that an ordinance legalizing library censorship in Wichita Falls, Texas is unconstitutional; Decision not to ban the book 'Fallen Angels' at the Arlington (Tex.) Independendent School District.

Published
2000

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