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	Keywords searchable database of LIS-related full text articles and conference proceedings. Each resource is accompanied by author details, an abstract, and a link to the original online source.	Introduction
Report of research undertaken by Michael Heaney at the University Library Services Directorate, Oxford University. The report refines conceptualisations of collections through an 'entity-relationship' model of collections and their catalogues in an attempt to inform current approaches to collection description. Available in PDF only.	Introduction
A project, funded by the Electronic Libraries Programme, which addresses the problem of information overload with an information filtering system based on profiles.	Introduction
Peer-reviewed journal devoted to student scholarship and research within library and information science. Presents articles by student authors to allow them to examine work that is being done by their peers and experience the publishing process.	Introduction
Considers terminology typically understood by users in order to inform Web developers of the most appropriate labels to use when designing a library Web resource. Usability testing has shown, for example, that 'Find Articles' is a more successful label than 'Library Catalogue' when inviting patrons to search for material. A list of best practices in the area is presented.	Introduction
BAILER's aims and objectives are to help focus the evolution of the field of information and library studies. Includes information and news relating to BAILER and links to relevant LIS resources.	Introduction
A series of presentations delivered at the Cataloguing and Indexing Group in Scotland (CIGS) seminar, September 2001, available in PowerPoint or PDF format. 'Cataloguing the Hybrid Library' is the main theme with topics such as cataloguing of serials, issues of long term access to electronic materials, granularity, and collection descriptions among the more specific areas addressed.	Introduction
Peer-reviewed electronic journal promoting academic research in information science, electronic journals and open communication using electronic media.	Introduction
Centre established to undertake research with a practical focus to support operational work in all kinds of library and information services. Contains information on publications, funding and projects.	Introduction
Part of the UKOLN server carrying a selection of British Library Reports. Includes reports on Digital Libraries, the Impact of Electronic Publishing on Library Services, Long-Term Preservation of Electronic Materials and Networked Information in an International Context.	Introduction
Quarterly journal discussing current LIS issues. Also includes details of dissertations by students on the taught masters course in the department.	Introduction
A subgroup of the Multimedia Information and Technology Group, bringing together Scottish members involved in library and information science related multimedia developments.	Introduction
Information centre which presents statistical information about libraries and for librarians. Covers public, academic and special libraries and involves the collection, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of all types of statistics which are relevant to library and information work.	Introduction
A JISC-funded project examining standards currently in place within information skills training programs. The aim is to consider the effectiveness of courses, with a view to improving the information literacy of UK FE and HE students. Provides details of the background and context of the project, progress reports, and key deliverables.	Introduction
Report delivered to the Joint Information Systems Committee, the Research Support Libraries Programme, and the British Library's Cooperation and Partnership Programme in April 2001 reviewing the key factors impinging upon the creation of a National Union Catalogue, and assessing the feasibility of implementing such a system. Available in PDF and Microsoft Word format.	Introduction
Review of information management literature covering the core 300 English language library, information science and information management periodicals. Subscription required for access to materials from 1996 onwards.	Introduction
Journal documenting news of IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions). Includes articles on significant library issues and reports of meetings.	Introduction
Report of a consultation exercise to gather views on the nature and content of the national research strategy for library and information science, with recommendations. PDF format.	Introduction
Publicises LIS facilities available at the British Library. Covers reading room, enquiry, and copying services, and also provides current awareness resources including access to journals.	Introduction
Quarterly journal publication discussing issues related to all aspects of librarianship within the HE sector. Articles are available in HTML or as PDF files.	Introduction
Collection of databases, journals, statistics, discussion lists, and current awareness resources, all of which are intended to assist librarians undertaking research. Also offers links to funding bodies and guidelines on writing proposals.	Introduction
The Digital Object Identifier (DOI) system was designed by the Association of American Publishers to provide a unique identification for digital content and a way to link users of the materials to the rights holders, and to facilitate automated digital commerce.	Introduction
Society for information professionals sharing an interest in the ways society stores, retrieves, analyses, manages, archives and disseminates information.	Introduction
Searchable index of a selection of library and information related electronic serials, including some peer reviewed titles.	Introduction
Group aiming to facilitate communication between Library Association members interested in multimedia developments in the library and information science field. Visits to places of interest like museums and archives are frequently organised, and an email discussion list called lis-lamit has been established. The group's publication 'Multimedia Information and Technology (MmIT)' is also available.	Introduction
Peer-reviewed bi-annual journal offering articles that demonstrate the connection between library practice and library philosophy and theory.	Introduction
Presents a selection of annotated Web resources of relevance to librarians conducting research. Includes databases, funding material, journals, statistical data, current awareness services, and conference proceedings.	Introduction
Major research programme which emerged from the Follett Report. The programme has resulted in around 60 projects in a number of areas: Access to Network Resources, Digitisation, Electronic Document Delivery, Electronic Journals, Electronic Short Loan, Images, On Demand Publishing, Preprints, Quality Assurance, Supporting Studies, Training and Awareness.	Introduction
UKOLN supports the UK library and information science community through research, network services and awareness raising in the area of networked information management. Includes the central web pages for the UK Electronic Libraries Programme (eLib).	Introduction
Article discussing methods of assessing the usage of electronic information resources within the library environment. Covers Web analysis software, demographics, and economic and library benchmarks. Also considers the Statistics and Measurement Program available from ARL, and provides links to a range of tools.	Introduction
Analytical report delivered to the RSLP (Research Support Libraries Programme) in 2002 investigating the factors impeding resource sharing and deeper collaboration among UK higher education libraries, with recommendations and strategies for facilitating cooperation. Available in Microsoft Word format.	Introduction
Report published by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA). Delivers precisely stated parameters and a conceptual model concerning what bibliographic records aim to provide information about and what is required within those records to achieve user satisfaction.	Introduction
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