... open Media Web." Songbird utilizes the cross-platform frameworks, Mozilla's XULRunner and GStreamer media framework, and is largely capable of running on Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac OS X, Solaris and Linux. The user interface of Songbird is similar to that of Apple iTunes. It also supports syncing its music library to iPods. Hence, many people have started using Songbird as an alternative to the closed source and bloated iTunes. Songbird can be downloaded from http://getsongbird.com/ User Stories: While Songbird has robust music library management, and can import the files on your hard disk to this library, it lacks the feature of importing songs from the iTunes library. This deters many new users from switching over to Songbird, because they fear losing their play count, “starred” songs, and stored metadata like lyrics and album information. Essentially all this information should be stored with the audio file itself, by making use of ID3 tags. iTunes, however, chooses to maintain this information both in its proprietary “itl” format, and as an XML file. To ease the transition for new users, Songbird should support importing from the user’s iTunes library. The other limitation of Songbird is that it can’t connect to, or use, songs from the Apple iTunes store. Many iTunes users have already purchased a lot of songs from the iTunes online store, and not being able to add or play this music in Songbird is a major drawback. In addition to the iTunes store,...
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...Hagaman Memorial Library Library Card Application Any resident of East Haven, as defined by GS11-31a.(e) may obtain a Hagaman Memorial Library card. Adults (18 and older) must present a photo id and proof of current address. The following in order of preference, are acceptable: CT driver’s license, CT State photo ID, CT car registration, voter registration card, current telephone or utility bill, lease agreement or rent receipt, property deed, current tax receipt, checkbook with name and address imprint, student report, school schedule or school ID. If a person has no photo ID or the address on photo ID is not current, a second proof of residency will be required. Students (age 14-17) must present one form of identification and proof of current address or be accompanied by a parent or guardian with proper id. The following in the order of preference are acceptable forms of identification: CT driver’s license, school ID, student report card or school schedule. Minors under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with proper id who will sign the application at the time of registration. The borrower assumes full responsibility for all use made of the card. By signing the application forms, the borrower agrees to comply with all library rules and regulations; to pay all fines; to be responsible for any loss or damage to materials; to provide immediate notice of any change of address; and to provide immediate notice if the card is stolen. Cards are valid for...
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...TABLE OF CONTENTS. ACKNOWLEDGMENT INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL RESOURCES CENTRE. The term School Resource Centre (SRC) emerged in Malaysian education since 1st May 1983 when the Ministry of Education directed all schools to use this term instead of school library. The directive was issued to signify the variety of SRC’s collection which not only limited to printed materials but also other formats including audio visual collection. Doucette et. al (1999), defined SRC programmes as consisting of planned learning activities which support the school curriculum and contribute to the development of life-long learners. In addition, Loertscher (2000) suggested that an ideal SRC programme is built on the foundation of an information infrastructure that includes materials, equipment and facilities, and direct services to students and teachers. He further identified four areas of SRC programme that needed to be given attention namely collaboration, reading, enhancing learning through technology, and information literacy. The Government of Malaysia has put a lot of emphasis on the development of human capital in the Ninth Malaysia Plan. The Malaysian Ministry of Education, in turn, has taken further steps including the creation of smart schools, empowering the national schools and the setting up of school clusters. As such, schools are seen as the institution responsible for realising the nation’s aspiration of building a new generation with creative, innovative...
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...Library and Information Center Management Recent Titles in Library and Information Science Text Series Library and Information Center Management, Sixth Edition Robert D. Stueart and Barbara B. Moran United States Government Information: Policies and Sources Peter Hernon, Harold C. Relyea, Robert E. Dugan, and Joan F. Cheverie Library Information Systems: From Library Automation to Distributed Information Access Solutions Thomas R. Kochtanek and Joseph R. Matthews The Complete Guide to Acquisitions Management Frances C. Wilkinson and Linda K. Lewis Organization of Information, Second Edition Arlene G. Taylor The School Library Media Manager, Third Edition Blanche Woolls Basic Research Methods for Librarians Ronald R. Powell and Lynn Silipigni Connoway Library of Congress Subject Headings: Principles and Application, Fourth Edition Lois Mai Chan Developing Library and Information Center Collections, Fifth Edition G. Edward Evans and Margaret Zarnosky Saponaro Metadata and Its Impact on Libraries Sheila S. Intner, Susan S. Lazinger, and Jean Weihs Organizing Audiovisual and Electronic Resources for Access: A Cataloging Guide, Second Edition Ingrid Hsieh-Yee Introduction to Cataloging and Classification, Tenth Edition Arlene G. Taylor LIbRaRy and InfoRMaTIon CenTeR ManageMenT Seventh Edition Robert D. Stueart and Barbara B. Moran Library and Information Science Text Series Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Stueart, Robert D. Library and information...
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...Subject: Data Management Workshop Series Date- Tuesdays in October Time- 3:00pm to 4:00pm Room- Library 128 The Claire T. Carney Library is pleased to offer the Data Management Workshop Series for the fall semester, co-taught by librarians Zac Painter, Dawn Gross, and Liz Winiarz. The course will cover essential topics in data management and provide hands-on experience with some tools for working with your research data. The course is free and is open to all faculty, staff, and students of UMassD. A course outline is listed below; all courses will take place in LIB-128 from 3:00pm-4:00pm on Tuesdays in October. * October 06: Overview of Data Management & the DMPTool * October 13: Types and Formats of Data, Contextual Details & OpenRefine * October 20: Data Storage and Security, Repositories and Archiving & Git/GitHub * October 27: Legal and Ethical Issues, Data Sharing & the Open Movement (Open Data, Open Source, Open Access, Open Educational Resources) Further course information will be provided on the wiki, http://dataworkshop.umassd.wikispaces.net/Welcome You do not have to attend each course in the sequence to attend a class, but you are requested to bring your own laptop for each session as we will be demonstrating the applications in a hands-on fashion, which requires installing the software ahead of time. If you need assistance installing the software, please either come a few minutes early to a session or contact one of the instructors...
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...Contents Preface .................................................................................................................................. 2 2. MEDOC VERSION 1.0 .................................................................................................... 4 2.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 4 2.2 Outline......................................................................................................................... 5 3. Composing the Project Group............................................................................................ 6 4. What: Specifying the Collection ........................................................................................ 7 4.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 7 4.2 Subject ........................................................................................................................ 7 4.3 Character and extent .................................................................................................... 7 4.4. Information about the collection ................................................................................. 8 4.5 Results......................................................................................................................... 8 5. Why: Reasons for Digitising and Disclosing the Collection...
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...MANAGEMENT “Tourism Development Plan: National Library of the Philippines” – Nation’s Literature’s Shelter Beautification A Thesis Proposal Presented to the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITHM) Far Eastern University (FEU) – Manila In Partial Fulfillment of Requirements for Tourism Planning and Development (TPAD) __________ By Baladad, Arlou Belle P. Celestial, Danisse Ann P. Fabros, Jeric Neil V. Huang, Ya-Hui E. Opinaldo, Cathleen Karla L. Platino, Shane Marienette M. “Tourism Development Plan: National Library of the Philippines” – Nation’s Literature’s Shelter Beautification 1 FAR EASTERN UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TOURISM AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT October 2014 Vision and Mission The modernity of National Library of the Philippines tends to adapt to rapid global technological advances and catch up with other modernized libraries elsewhere, and its American style of architecture which upholds the sophistication makes visitors feel like passing through the history since it was established in American colonial period. National Library of the Philippines aims to provide a comfortable learning ambiance for visitors, upgrade most of the facilities to look more authentic, and enhance the creativity of facility design that can seem somehow distinct from other libraries while upholding the historical spirit within its structural design at the same time. “Tourism Development Plan: National Library of the Philippines” – Nation’s Literature’s...
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...The Library Ergonomics of the Automated Workstation of the Library Staffs in Angeles City Remedios DL. Baking Holy Angel University Graduate Department Library Science February 2008 Abstract The library is considered an important educational system in which the library staffs are the key persons in the provision of unquantifiable information services to library patrons and community of users. Poor working conditions affect the physical well-being of the library staffs. In line with this, the researcher attempted to find how the workstations of the library staffs and workers of the seven (7) academic institutions and eleven (11) schools institutions in Angeles City are ergonomically designed. The researcher used the descriptive method and inferential statistics such as T-test to check the significant differences between the library ergonomics of the academic and school institutions and also percentage distribution and weighted mean of the responses of the research respondents. Findings of the study showed that library staffs in both academic and school libraries were not fully ergonomically aware on the different physical factors that strain their bodies when staying in their workstation. The respondents indicated uncertainty on the comfort they have on their workstation. They also indicated that they experienced less stress on the eyes but they experienced much pain on the wrist and neck. These pains that were brought by the unergonomic...
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...OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF LIBRARY RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN SUPPORTING RESEARCHERS’ INFORMATION NEEDS Arinawati Ayob Perpustakaan Hamzah Sendut Universiti Sains Malaysia 11800 USM Pulau Pinang ABSTRACT As one of the supporting departments of a university, the academic library plays an important role in providing essential information resources and services to the researchers. Changes in information technology have impacted libraries due to changes in the format of information resources and the information seeking behavior of users. Technology has transformed the way researchers seek, obtain and use information. Libraries therefore need to critically examine the effectiveness of their services in fulfilling their researchers‟ information needs. An assessment of the effectiveness of library services has been conducted at an academic library based on selected criteria in four domains stated in the literature; 1) resources 2) services 3) library/stakeholders interactions and 4) access. The result from the survey has provided ideas about the strengths and the weaknesses of the library services from the perspective of researchers. The research also studied the relationship between demographic characteristics and library activities of the researchers and their perceived effectiveness of the library services in supporting their information needs. Keywords: Library Assessment; Outcome Assessment; User Studies; Effectiveness of Academic Library; Researchers‟ Information...
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...International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions IFLA Professional Reports, No. 90 90 Designing and Building Integrated Digital Library Systems Guidelines By Bente Dahl Rathje, Margaret McGrory, Carol Pollitt, Paivi Voutilainen under the auspices of the IFLA Libraries for the Blind Section. ã Copyright 2005 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions Acknowledgements This publication, commissioned by IFLA Libraries for the Blind Section, was prepared by: Bente Dahl Rathje, Margaret McGrory, Carol Pollitt, Paivi Voutilainen, The Danish National Library for the Blind, Denmark The Canadian National Institute for the Blind Library, Canada National Library for the Blind, United Kingdom Celia Library for the Visually Impaired, Finland With contributions provided by: Helen Brazier, Thomas Christensen, Barbara Freeze, Rebecca Herrington, Birgitta Irvall, Rosemary Kavanagh, Katariina Kiiliainen, Victoria Owen, Eric Sharf, National Library for the Blind, United Kingdom The Danish National Library for the Blind, Denmark The Canadian National Institute for the Blind Library, Canada National Information and Library Service (NILS), Australia Swedish Library of Talking Books and Braille The Canadian National Institute for the Blind Library, Canada Celia Library for the Visually Impaired, Finland The Canadian National Institute for the Blind Library, Canada The Canadian National Institute for the Blind Library, Canada Designing and Building...
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...eLibrary Project Proposal Project Name: Online Library Management System - eLibrary. Project Members: This project is done in a group of two people. Project members are. 1. Atanu Maity 2. Problem Statement: Today most of the library is using either manual system for tracking the day to day activity or they are using desktop, stand-alone system to manage the day to day activity. In this proposed online eLibrary Management System it will run in internet or intranet and user can online check the book availability, they can search the books, library staff can issue, receive book, management can check the report from different location via internet. It can be used multi location also as it can be hosted in central location. Why eLibrary? The online eLibarary Management System is used to overcome the entire problem which they are facing currently, and making complete atomization of manual or semi automatic process of library management system. • Improve the search facility and members and library staff should get all the information in a second. • Should capable to use bar code reader for easy way to do book issue and receive process. • Library member should have limited and read-only access to the system via internet. • Library member should able to view member profile and transaction data pertinent only to them. • The supervisor should be able to enter or update master information like publisher’s details, authors and book details in one...
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...Technology (Ict) Compliant Librarians On Library Services Delivery In Academic Library: The Case Of National Open University Of Nigeria(Noun)Library By Nebeolise, Lucy Ndidiamaka National Open University of Nigeria,Victoria Island , Lagos -----------------------------------------------------ABSTRACT----------------------------------------------------- The study aimed at examining the impact of information and communication Technology (ICT) compliant librarians on library services delivery on NOUN library. The paper traces briefly the history of National Open University Library. The e-resources, staff strengths are highlighted. The study adopted the descriptive survey method. The questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection. A total of fifty (50) questionnaires were distributed and collected back. The data collected were analyzed with the use of tables and simple percentages. From the analysis of the data collected, it was found that the use of ICT compliant librarians on library service delivery aids immensely in the development of NOUN library, quick delivery of information services, access and easy retrieval of information by users. The study shows thatInadequate ICT skilled professional Librarians, Inadequate provision of ICT training programmes, Inadequate Power supply and inadequate ICT infrastructures hinder the effective use of ICTs in NOUN library. Therefore, it was recommended that...
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...of projects Over the last eight years as a Library/Information Technician, I had to use proper judgment on a daily basis while working in this field. As being a technician for the library, you are expected answer routine reference inquiries in person, email, chat or by phone. I have to guide patrons in finding and using library resources, including reference materials, audiovisual equipment, computers, and electronic resources. Review subject matter of materials to be classified, and select classification numbers and headings according to classification systems. While staffing the public service desks, respond to the public’s informational and recreational needs using a variety of sources, formats and equipment, and determining the services, collections and areas of the library that will fulfill those needs. Review and resolve complaints and complex problems. Also, make recommendations on library materials selection. Functioned in an environment where stress occurred with some regularity such as project work, special assignments, or seasonal peak periods. Work efforts and/or successful completion of project/assignment resulted in the resolution of complex issues in situations having urgency, high visibility, or specifically desired outcomes of significant importance to others. Throughout these efforts, consistently responded in a professional and calm manner. At the University of Maryland-University College (UMUC), Library Technician III (Electronic Reserves), I had to...
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...Project Management Case Studies These case studies represent a range of projects in different libraries. They are all based on real events. The participating librarians were asked to provide details of projects within the headings used in the case study template which is located at the end of this document. Each case study is presented using these headings to enable the reader to make comparisons between the projects but there is some slight variation of style and detail. Although some editing has been done by the writer of these learning objects, the intention is to retain as much of the individuality of each project as possible. Brief conclusion and analysis is provided at the end of each case study by the writer of these learning objects. Several of the projects are ongoing at the time of writing. This partly reflects the nature of projects in ILS whereby they run parallel to mainstream service delivery. This offers real challenges for those involved and especially for the project leader who will continually need to prioritise the tasks, commitment and speed of working towards completion. None of these projects have been submitted by or directly involve senior managers. Although most have some approval and reporting to senior staff, these projects are managed by professionals in the middle management strata of their organizations and involve different grades of staff or volunteers. Senior staff are less accessible than middle managers and would probably claim to...
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... the level of digital library development in Malaysia, the research questions, the limitations and the scope, the researcher felt the appropriateness for adopting both the qualitative and quantitative data gathering techniques i.e. the survey method, using the questionnaire as the instrument and supported by qualitative data obtained through structured interviews. A combination of these research design helped provides more data to work with and ultimately a more accurate evaluation (O’Neill, 2006) and according to Hemming (2008) human geographers were also increasingly employing both approaches in their research. Another reason for adopting both qualitative and quantitative data gathering techniques was that since there had been little documentation on the subject matter, it was therefore important to get to the source of primary information so that each method could complement and substantiate the other and making the findings more concrete. In short, the strengths of qualitative studies should be demonstrated for research that was exploratory or descriptive and that stressed on the importance of context, setting, and participants’ frames of reference (Marshall and Rossman, 2006). The objectives of the study were to identify the extent of readiness of Malaysian libraries in providing digital library operations and services, having embraced library 131 automation, including problems faced that included both general library problems and digital library related problems and more...
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