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Foreign Countries; Literature Reviews; Shared Resources and Services; Consortia; Library Networks; Library Materials; Printed Materials; Archives; International Education; Program Implementation; Library Development; Information Management

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This article undertakes a review of the literature related to shared print storage and national repositories from 1980-2013. There is a separate overview of the relevant Australian literature. The coverage includes both relevant journal literature and major reports. In the process the article traces the developments in the theory and practice of shared print storage as the rapid emergence of digital content and services became apparent. This includes the increasingly broad-scale that has emerged in the planning for future print storage. Note is also taken of the paucity of research based evidence, and the discrepancies between the literature representing the interests of professional bodies with supra-regional responsibilities and the (sometimes) lack of activity or engagement by managers of individual collections. Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Academic Libraries; Library Services; Foreign Countries; Social Networks; Network Analysis; Library Materials; Library Networks; Consortia; Library Research; Geographic Location; Correlation; Institutional Characteristics; Statistical Analysis; Shared Resources and Services

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An analysis of Quebec academic libraries' direct reciprocal borrowing statistics from 2005 to 2010 reveals that the physical distance separating universities plays an important role in determining the amount of direct reciprocal borrowing activity conducted between institutions. Significant statistical correlations were also seen between the amount of direct reciprocal borrowing/lending as well as institution size and library collection size. Given their proximity, Montreal-area libraries have a higher ratio of direct reciprocal borrowing activity compared to interlibrary loan consortial borrowing activity, whereas libraries located outside of Montreal have higher interlibrary loan activity compared to direct reciprocal borrowing. It was found that institutions' net lender and borrower status can shift depending on whether one is looking at direct reciprocal borrowing versus interlibrary loan activity. An exploratory social network analysis of direct reciprocal borrowing among Quebec academic libraries was performed, and it affirmed the important role of physical distance in determining direct reciprocal borrowing activity. Language may also play a role in affecting the amount of direct reciprocal borrowing. (Contains 2 tables and 5 figures.) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Foreign Countries; Public Libraries; Library Services; Library Networks; Comparative Analysis; Cultural Pluralism

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Introduction: The percentage of foreign-born residents in Spain has multiplied almost fourfold over the last decade. Immigration has changed our society, both from a demographic and economic perspective, and from a cultural and political prospective. The Spanish public library network, a democratic institution that provides services, initially, of equal access for all users, may become in this context a bonding tool and contribute to the social integration of individuals and groups with plural cultural identities. Method: Assuming international recommendations as a reference point, we have made a comparison of the evolution in the development of multicultural library services in Spanish public libraries during 2007-2010. Results: The study is based on data provided by the respective organisms responsible of coordinating of library services in the Spanish regional administrations. The data analysis followed the guideline framework provided by IFLA's Section for Library Services to Multicultural Populations. Conclusions: The planning of library services with a multicultural approach is still ignored by the majority of the librarian coordinators in the respective regional administrations in Spain. Despite our transformation into a multicultural society and the ever-growing percentage of foreign population during the analysed period, the development of such services shows similar levels of diversity as in 2007. (Contains 8 figures.) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Health Services; Architecture; Schools; Cooperation; Museums; Government Libraries; Public Libraries; Electronic Libraries; Library Networks; Foreign Countries; Partnerships in Education; Institutional Cooperation; Libraries

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Collaboration in the digital domain offers an opportunity to provide enhanced digital services and extended reach to the community. This article adopts a service-oriented perspective through which it considers environmental drivers for digital library collaboration; discusses emergent collaborative partnerships across UK educational institutions, social services, health services, private industry, and cultural sectors; considers associated challenges; and identifies best practices. Existing and potential synergistic relationships are explored across the broader cultural sector--in particular, with the respective processes of libraries, museums, archives, arts and broadcasting organizations comprehensively identified and mapped (commonality), and the relationship to service-oriented architecture highlighted. The degree of digital service collaboration is also explored through an indicative review of Scottish public library websites, encompassing thirty-two regional library networks and including the National Library. Collaboration is found to be evident but limited in the digital domain, with strategic and architectural recommendations made. (Contains 2 figures and 6 footnotes.) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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After School Programs; Public Libraries; Youth Programs; Library Networks; Urban Youth; Partnerships in Education; Extension Agents; Higher Education; Youth; Learner Engagement; Librarians; Cooperation

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When most people think about 4-H, they remember county fairs, livestock programs, and agricultural education. While these programs are still prominent, 4-H has grown in order to meet the growing demands of today's youth. The organization has expanded services and programs to serve rural, suburban, and urban youth in every state in the U.S. 4-H is uniquely positioned to apply youth development research, through non-formal education and technical assistance, directly from universities to local individuals, families, and communities. 4-H offers an array of research-based, experiential learning opportunities in science, citizenship, and healthy living, using various delivery modes. One of these, 4-H Afterschool, is growing in the University of Maryland Extension. 4-H Afterschool provides opportunities for youth to engage in positive youth development and to build life skills during the afterschool hours. The Baltimore County Public Library system in Maryland hosts a large number of youth who frequent the library to use the computers and resources as well as to participate in ongoing youth programs. Parents view the library as a safe place for young people to meet during out-of-school time to engage in educational and youth development activities. Baltimore County 4-H and the Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) are thus natural partners in meeting the needs of youth after school. Recognizing the need for quality youth development programming after school, Baltimore County 4-H and the BCPL forged a partnership to offer structured experiential programming opportunities to meet the afterschool needs of youth who visit their local library. This partnership is now in its fifth year, representing the longest continual relationship between BCPL and a youth-serving organization. (Contains 2 tables.) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Information Systems; Museums; Metadata; Archives; Libraries; Library Automation; Library Development; Library Networks; Library Materials; Library Services; Database Management Systems; Electronic Libraries; Data Collection; Information Processing

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The silo is a well-worn metaphor in information systems used to illustrate separateness, isolation, and lack of connectivity. Through the many iterations of system development, libraries, archives, and museums (LAMs) have sought to avoid silos and find the sweet spot between interface design and metadata interoperability. This effort is being pushed forward with work in the linked open data (LOD) field. As LAMs have become comfortable with putting their collections online, others have capitalized on the ability to aggregate metadata using collection harvesting standards such as OAI-PMH/ORE and SWORD, discovery tools like OAIster, and data aggregation sites like Dataverse. These efforts are important in the LAM community because they expand the collections' impact, break down information silos, and provide new ways for researchers to discover and engage with the collections. By sharing both data and professional skills, LAMs become participants in new research collaborations in humanities, scientific, journalism, and other fields. In turn, these data disciplines can help LAMs explore the next iteration of collections and services. Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Library Administration; Academic Libraries; Library Networks; Case Studies; Library Automation; Library Development; Program Descriptions; Outsourcing; Information Systems; Intellectual History; Needs Assessment; Performance Factors; Database Management Systems

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A small, private academic library took the risk of moving from a traditional integrated library system to adopting a system "in the cloud." This case study presents the setting, history, and local needs of the library, including staffing challenges, and explains the decision-making rationale and process. A description of the library's transition process to Online Computer Library Center, Inc.'s WorldShare Management Services is followed by an assessment of whether its hopes for the new system have been fulfilled. Although other libraries are beginning to use cloud-based systems, the technology, philosophy, and practice of this new type of library management service have yet to be fully tested. (Contains 1 figure.) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Delivery Systems; Pilot Projects; Libraries; Information Systems; Information Technology; Open Source Technology; Library Automation; Library Networks; Consortia; Public Libraries; Bibliographic Databases; Cataloging; Documentation; Standards; Catalogs; Metadata; Coding; Duplication

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The technology of the 21st century has had no shortage of challenges for libraries, but it has also brought opportunities. Operating systems, databases, and application environments that can use cheap off-the-shelf hardware to scale and handle hundreds of millions of transactions were not developed for libraries. However, libraries have taken advantage of these technologies with multiple integrated library systems (ILSs) now featuring this scalability. One of the best-known among these younger systems has been the Evergreen open source ILS, which was adopted in 2009 by the South Carolina Library Evergreen Network Delivery System (SC LENDS). Widespread resource-sharing library consortia, especially those powered by Evergreen, are quickly growing. With Evergreen, SC LENDS was able to begin its pilot program of 10 library systems and then scale to accommodate adding libraries as they elected to join. Investment in open source paid off for libraries beyond South Carolina, creating a single, more coherent collection out of many. This article discusses a practical approach to collection deduping. Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Academic Libraries; Consortia; Library Networks; Information Retrieval; Search Strategies; Online Searching; Search Engines; Information Seeking; Library Services; Users (Information); Web Sites; Integrated Learning Systems; Electronic Mail; Editing; Collaborative Writing; Library Automation; Databases; Vendors

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The year 2011 was the PALNI (Private Academic Library Network of Indiana) consortium's "rookie season" for the implementation of Primo, the 2010 Discovery Layer 500 race winner. In this article, the authors report on their transition to the cloud within Ex Libris Ltd.'s Primo TotalCare environment: their preparation, the steps involved to move to live production, and their reflections on their consortium's first season. They share the story of their multi-year effort to select and then roll out Ex Libris Primo to the libraries in their consortium. At the end of their rookie season, the majority of the institutions have at least posted a Primo search box or link on their library web pages. Currently, only five of the 23 institutions are using Primo as their primary default search tool. With the willingness to help each other, the authors found that in 2011, PALNI has been successful in finding solutions to their unique challenges at the consortium level as well as at the institutional level. So as their discovery layer project begins to move from implementation to production, they believe their efforts will have a major positive impact on their patrons. Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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Information Systems; Libraries; Library Networks; Internet; Handheld Devices; Computer Software; Information Technology; Telecommunications; Catalogs; Library Materials; Bibliographic Databases; Library Automation

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The author, a digital access architect in the information systems department of the Orange County Library System in Florida, was given the challenge of creating a library mobile app around the 2009 holiday season. At that time, Sheri Chambers, digital content manager in the information systems department, and Debbie Moss, assistant director of the Orange County Library System (OCLS), were given iPod touches as gifts and began to get to know the world of iPhone applications. Debbie was particularly struck by the Urbanspoon application, an app that uses a slot-machine system to recommend restaurants based on ratings, location, and type of food. She began considering the possibility of applying the Urbanspoon concept to the creation of a library app. The assignment was to create a search and resource discovery application for mobile devices, using the metaphor of a slot machine with three rotating reels and the shake-it features of iPhones and iPads. This article discusses how the author created the OCLS Shake It! app. When the user shakes the app or taps the Spin button, the app comes up with a combination from the selectors (audience, genre, and format) and makes a request to the database of records from the library catalog for a match. Users can also lock down any or all of a field's selectors for a customized shake or spin to limit their results to, for example, an audience. A web programmer's script determines which of the records are suitable for the app combination and returns a random matching title. This title is displayed to the end user in the app as a tappable link that opens the title in the mobile-friendly version of the catalog. The information in the mobile catalog, which is created by a third party, includes the availability of the title, its shelf location, and a request the title for home delivery option, if the title can be requested. Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract

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