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Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 12:22:53 -0400 (EDT)
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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 14:50:39 -0700
From: "Children's Librarian" <childlib@welland.library.on.ca>
Subject: STUMPER
A patron is searching for a children's picture book which she used =
to read to her children about 25 years ago.
She remembers part of the text: "When I walk to the park, What do I =
see? A fat gray pigeon looking at me, a lady,
a baby, some fruit in the store and big Mr. Tony who stands near the =
door." The story goes on to describe all the=20
things the adult and child see on their walk - a long line of washing =
with socks, a fire engine, etc. until they finally
arrive at the park. Does anyone recognize this? Our borrower and her =
grandchildren would be very grateful. We have
checked A to Zoo and several other sources, but can find nothing. Thank =
You.
Darlene Kornya
Children's Co-ordinator
Welland Public Library
(905) 734-6210
Fax (905) 734-8955
childlib@welland.library.on.ca
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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 11:40:39 -0700
From: Jean Hewlett <nbclsref@sonic.net>
Subject: Stumper - People of the Third Planet
Does anyone have any information about the short story "People of the
Third Planet" by Dale Crail? One of our patrons is a teacher of English
as a Second Language, and has used it in her class for many years. She
is writing a text book, and would like obtain permission to include this
story in it. She doesn't need a copy of the story, just some leads on
where to start applying for permission to reprint it.
She first obtained this story as a duplicated copy from another teacher,
so she does not know where it was originally published or even if it has
been published.
I've checked the Copyright Clearance Center database, and it's not
listed there. OCLC/WorldCat does not list any anthology containing it,
or any literary works by Dale Crail. The only reference I found on the
web was to a middle school class that apparently read it as an
assignment.
Any school librarians out there who might know where this story
originated? Any help you can provide will be gratefully received. TIA!
Jean Hewlett
North Bay Cooperative Library System, Santa Rosa CA
nbclsref@sonic.net
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 10:47:04 -0400
From: "Tracy Hull" <tlhull@acpub.duke.edu>
Subject: LIRT membership
Please excuse cross-postings of the following message.
____________________________________________________
The Library Instruction Round Table (LIRT) is a roundtable of the American
Library Association. It advocates library instruction as a means for
developing competent library and information use as a part of lifelong
learning. LIRT membership represents all types of libraries (academic,
public, school, and special) committed to this goal.
As an organization LIRT works to increase professional and public awareness
of the need for instruction as an essential service in libraries; encourage
the development of American Library Association policy promoting library
instruction; assist library practitioners in the development, improvement,
and promotion of library instruction; broaden the base of membership
involvement in the activities of LIRT by attracting active members from all
types of libraries; provide opportunities in which librarians from all
types of libraries can share ideas about library instruction; and encourage
the networking of professional library instruction groups at the state and
regional level.
LIRT is a forum for librarians to share ideas about library instruction and
a good place for instruction librarians to meet colleagues from many types
of libraries. LIRT is seeking members to contribute actively within its
organization. For LIRT membership information visit the URL:
http://diogenes.baylor.edu/Library/LIRT/lirtmemb.html
Tracy Hull
for the PR/Membership Committee of the
Library Instruction Round Table (LIRT)
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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 12:07:14 -0500
From: Pam Klipsch/Youth Services/Hayner Public Library <ALE_PAM@lcls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Stumper Solved: Black Bubble Gum
I had so many people e-mail and ask me to forward the answer to this
stumper to them that I decided to post it to pubyac.
I got a phone number for Cynthia Changaris, the story teller who has
put out a version of "Black Bubble Gum" on her CD "Spin Me A
Tale: A Collection
of Cross-Cultural Tales. (1995) Available from Roots & Dreams Publishers,
1132
Rostrevor Circle, Louisville KY 40205 Phone (502) 895-2268. ISBN
1-887828-27-3.
She told me she paid a story teller named Francis Caffrey for the right
to record the story. She said Caffrey was a story teller from Virginia whom
she had heard tell the story. Also she understood a John Steinbeck short story
was another source for the story.
I have not been successful so far in tracing Francis Caffrey. There is
no story teller by that name currently registered with the National
Storytelling Association.
Mary Voors, Children's Services Manager at Allen County Public Library
in Fort Wayne Indiana also graciously shared her research on this story with
me. She says she has a handwritten transcription of the story and attributes
it to a Francis Casbury. She says the Steinbeck short story is called "The
Affair at 7 Rue De M---." And it is in an anthology called "The
Lucifer
Society: Macabre Tales By Great Modern Writers."
I have also found the Steinbeck story in the following anthologies:
The Sea-Green Horse: A Collection of Short Stories. Edited by Barbara Howes and
Gregory Jay Smith. New York: Macmillan, 1970.
Steinbeck, John. The Portable John Steinbeck, Revised and Enlarged Edition.
New York: Viking Press, 1980, c1971.
Horror Stories. Compiled by Susan Price and Harry Horse. New York: Kingfisher
Press, 1995.
Thanks to everyone for helping with this one --- my patron (and I) are very
grateful.
Pam Klipsch
Youth Services Librarian
Hayner Public Library District
Alton IL 62002
e-mail ale_pam@lcls.lib.il.us
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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 13:18:27 -0700
From: Ann-Marie Biden <ambiden@nancy.ci.san-marino.ca.us>
Subject: Re: My Heart Is On the Ground (sort of...)
While perusing one of the new book catalogs, I found an ad for an upcoming
book (released in Sept.) called Indian School. It is written by Michael
L. Cooper and sounds good. Cooper examines the schools, specifically
Carlisle, and tells the stories of several of the students. Something to
look for. And let's not forget Eve Bunting's wonderful picturebook
Cheyenne Again.
Ann-Marie Biden, Youth Services Librarian
San Marino Public Library
1890 Huntington Dr.
San Marino, CA 91108
tel (626) 300-0776 fax (626)284-0766
ambiden@ci.san-marino.ca.us
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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 15:41:23 -0500
From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: FYI: ALA president to host book signing at ALA Annual Conference
ALA president to host book signing at ALA Annual Conference
American Library Association (ALA) President Ann K. Symons and Sally
Gardner Reed, compilers of "Speaking Out! Voices in Celebration of
Intellectual Freedom," will autograph copies of their book on
Saturday, June 26, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the ALA Store during the
association's Annual Conference in New Orleans. The store will be at
the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
The book features favorite quotations selected by library leaders and
other prominent Americans and their reflections on how the quotations
inspire and motivate them in defending intellectual freedom.
Contributors include Nat Hentoff, Barney Frank, Nadine Strossen,
Michael Gorman, E. J. Josey and Lillian N. Gerhardt.
First-year royalties will go to ALA's sister organization The Freedom
to Read Foundation.
"The advent of Internet access in libraries has raised new questions
about the fundamental role of libraries in America," said Candace
Morgan, president of the Freedom to Read Foundation. "I've found the
most effective response to these challenges is to place libraries and
intellectual freedom within the context of
history. 'Speaking out! Voices in Celebration of Intellectual
Freedom' has made this task much easier."
Symons is a past chair of the ALA Intellectual Freedom Committee. She
is librarian at the Juneau Douglas High School in Alaska. Reed is
director of libraries at the Norfolk (Va.) Public Library. She is a
member of the ALA Executive Board and councilor-at-large.
The book, published by ALA Editions, costs $20. ALA members receive a
10 percent discount. It will be available at the ALA Store or can be
ordered by calling 800-545-2433, press 7. Fax: 312-836-9958.
http://alastore.ala.org.
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 09:15:18 -0500
From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: IFRT/SIRS State and Regional Achievement Award winner named
IFRT/SIRS State and Regional Achievement Award winner named
The Oregon Coalition for Free Expression (OCFE) will receive the 1999
SIRS State and Regional Achievement Award presented by the American
Library Association (ALA) Intellectual Freedom Round Table (IFRT).
The Oregon Supreme Court has ruled on a number of occasions that the
Oregon Constitution provides a greater protection of free expression
than the U. S. Constitution. In reaction to this, individuals and
organizations that oppose free speech were successful in getting first
a ballot initiative and then a referendum on the ballot, both of which
would have narrowed the protection of free speech in Oregon. OCFE
will receive the award for providing leadership for organizations and
individuals committed to free speech in Oregon in opposition to, and
thereby, defeating these measures.
"The State and Regional Achievement Award Committee very much admires
thegrassroots nature of OCFE, the leadership shown in working to
defeat attempts to narrow the protection of free speech in Oregon, and
OCFE's educational efforts in support of the freedom of expression
during its brief history," Committee Chair Laurence Miller said.
"IFRT is
honored to be able to recognize the coalition's work."
The State and Regional Award is funded by Social Issues Resource
Series, Inc. and consists of a citation and $1,000. The award
recognizes successful and effective intellectual freedom committees or
intellectual freedom coalitions that have made a contribution to the
freedom to read in libraries or to the intellectual freedom
environment in which libraries function.
Past recipients include the Illinois Library Association Intellectual
Freedom Forum, 1998; Georgia First Amendment Foundation, 1997; Long
Island Coalition Against Censorship, 1996; Northern Virginia Citizens
Against Censorship, 1995; and Freedom to Read Foundation, 1994.
The award will be presented on Saturday, June 26, at 2 p.m., during
the ALA Annual Conference in New Orleans.
- -30-
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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 11:48:13 -0500
From: DLHIETT <dlh@greennet.net>
Subject: RE: policeman fingerplays
Thank you to all who sent fingerplays, here is the list. Oh, by the =
way, I did not mean to be politically incorrect when I used the term =
"policeman" instead of police officer. As a matter of fact, all of the
=
community workers who have agreed to visit the library so far just so =
happened to be females! Enjoy!
Policeman finger plays, songs, etc
I have used this for safety programs. The tune is Mary had a little =
lamb:
9-1-1 is the number to call,
number to call, number to call.
9-1-1 is the number to call,
when you need some help.
Then we add other things like; when there is a fire, when some one is
sick....
Five Strong Policemen
Five strong policemen standing by a store.
One became a traffic cop, and then there were four.
Four strong policemen watching over me.
One took home a lost boy, and then there were three.
Three strong policemen dressed all in blue.
One stopped a speeding car, and then there were two.
Two strong policemen--how fast they can run!
One caught a bad man, and then there was one.
One strong policeman saw some smoke one day.
He called the firemen who put out the fire right away.
Traffic Policeman
The traffic policeman holds up his hand. (hold up hand, palm forward)
He blows the whistle, (pretend to blow whistle)
He gives the command. (hold up hand again)
When the cars are stopped (hold up hand again)
He waves at me.
Then I may cross the street you see. (wave hand as if indicating to go)
Dial 9-1-1
Dial 9-1-1
You'll hear them say
That help's on the way.
If you need help, you know what to do--
Call the police and the firehouse too.
Just dial 9-1-1, that's what you do.
Dial 9-1-1.
I'm a Police Officer
I'm a police officer
With my star,=20
I help people Near and far.
If you have a problem,=20
Call on me,
and I will be there
One, two, three!
If You Get Lost
If you get lost someplace in town,
Don't talk to a stranger.
(Shake head.)
Look for a police officer
To keep you out of danger.
Tell her what your name is=20
And where your house is too.
(Nod head.)
She will help you get back home,=20
Or bring your mom to y
=20
- -----Original Message-----
From: Maria Wegscheid [SMTP:mwegsche@libby.rbls.lib.il.us]
Sent: Saturday, June 12, 1999 9:48 AM
To: pubyac@nysernet.org
Subject: Re: policeman fingerplays
>=20
> This applies to the term "postman", as well. With the number of
women
> who work in the postal system, it is appropriate to use the term "mail
> carrier" or "letter carrier". Yet I have seen picture books
published
> in the very recent past (1997, 1998), that still use "postman".
The
> book Harvey Hare, Postman Extraordinaire by Bernadette Watts, 1997, is
> an example.
However, (I know I'm nitpicking here), isn't it technically correct to =
use
the term postman in Harvey the Hare's case. It's referring to a =
specific
letter carrier who is male.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Maria J. Wegscheid
Bettendorf (IA) Public Library
mwegsche@libby.rbls.lib.il.us
Views expressed by the author do not necessarily represent those of the
Bettendorf Public Library.
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Date: Mon, 14 Jun 1999 14:41:40 -0500
From: "Kathleen Baxter" <kathyb@anoka.lib.mn.us>
Subject: Re: Wringer
This is an interesting viewpoint.
I had to read WRINGER last year because I teach a class on ALA Notable
Books. I absolutely loathed it. I found reading it to be on a level with
chewing nails. The message was driven in with a sledge hammer.
Kathleen Baxter
- -----Original Message-----
From: Capehart <capehart@ziplink.net>
To: pubyac@nysernet.org <pubyac@nysernet.org>
Date: Sunday, June 13, 1999 3:32 PM
Subject: RE: Wringer
>I was finishing up my MSLS when Wringer came out. We had to read a slew of
>contenders for that year's Newberys for presentations and papers. I felt
>Wringer was by far the least well written of all of them. Through the first
>third to half of the book I was certain that I was reading historical
>fiction. I got a shock when Parker looked at his father's trophy and saw
the
>year 1980 when I was expecting 1930 or 1950 at the latest. <snip>
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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 15:16:12 -0400
From: Charles Schacht <schachtc@libcoop.net>
Subject: BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ASSISTANCE
WISE ONES - I am looking for challenging, high quality somehow water
related books to suggest to my ambitious older readers - 4th/5th grade
- - this summer, on a par with SWALLOWS AND AMAZONS, WIND IN THE
WILLOWS,TREASURE ISLAND, AMY'S EYES, WHITE WHALE, BLACK SHIPS BEFORE
TROY, CHARLOTTE DOYLE, PETER PAN etc. Heroism, gripping adventure,
mortal danger etc. - you get the picture. Mostly fiction, but some
biography and history too. Memorable girl characters especially sought.
Stuff that they'll remember reading 10 years from now. Suggestions of
personal favorites will be received most gratefully.
Chuck Schacht
Romeo Publilc Lilbrary
Romeo, MI.
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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 16:10:43 -0400
From: buff@sealib.org
Subject: YA Librarian Job - Seabrook, NH
LIBRARIAN - SEARCH RE-OPENED: Seabrook Library, a new, modern facility
on the coast of NH, seeks a full-time, high-tech, hip, Young Adult /
Reference Librarian. Primary duties: total responsibility for active
YA department and maintenance of library’s website
(http://www.sealib.org). Other duties will include: assisting with
troubleshooting PCs, computer network and software; teaching Internet
searching skills to the public; sharing responsibility for adult
reference; and performing some main desk coverage. Candidates must
possess a working knowledge of: basic reference sources and techniques,
and the essential elements involved in working with YAs in a public
library setting. Also required is a knowledge of PCs, computer
networking and MS Office, and a demonstrated ability to relate well to
patrons of all ages. Two or more years of relevant library experience,
general library cataloging skills and working knowledge of Macintosh
computers a plus. Current library school students are encouraged to
apply. Job requires evening and Saturday hours; pay rate: 13.06/hour;
excellent benefits include: vacation, sick leave, retirement plan, and
fully-paid health and dental insurance. Position available
immediately, job open until filled. Please send cover letter, resume
and 3 professional references ASAP to: Elizabeth G. Heath, Director;
Seabrook Library; 101 Centennial Street; Seabrook, NH 03874-4506.
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 06:14:20 -0500
From: Carole De Jardin <cdj@apl.org>
Subject: Job Opening - Children's Librarian
Librarian
This is a professional position in Children's Services. Work involves
providing reference and reading guidance to children, their families and
adults serving children at a busy public service desk; providing age
appropriate programming to children birth to age five and their families;
coordinating the development of the children's media collection and
selecting materials for the children's collection; preparing user guides
and lists as appropriate; working with volunteers; and working as a member
of the children's services team. Requires a Master's degree in Library
Science, knowledge of children's literature, good written and oral
communication skills, and an interest in serving children and their
families. Some evenings and weekends are required. Starting salary is
$34,008 plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Send resume by July 2,
1999 to:
Library Director
Appleton Public Library
225 N. Oneida St.
Appleton, WI 54911
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
=========================
JOB DESCRIPTION
Librarian
Children's Services
Nature of Work
This is a professional position in Children's Services. Work involves
providing reference and reading guidance to children, their families and
adults serving children at a busy public service desk; providing age
appropriate programming to children birth to age five and their families;
coordinating the development of the children's media collection and
selecting materials for the children's collection; preparing user guides
and lists as appropriate; working with volunteers; and working as a member
of the children's services team. Some evenings and weekends are required.
Essential Job Functions
· Provides reference, reader's advisory services and reading guidance to
children and their families and staff and adults who serve children at the
children's services desk in person, via phone, and through correspondence.
· Coordinates collection development of children's media collection,
selects materials, evaluates collections, Identifies problems, maintains
vendor contacts and recommends change in procedures to the children's
services supervisor
· Plans, prepares, implements and evaluates age/interest appropriate
programming for children birth through age five and their families
· Presents varied recreational and informational programs to the public
· Participates in general children's selection and evaluation
· Identifies problems and makes suggestions for changes in procedures
· Communicates library policies, rules and regulations to the public
· Promotes programs and services
Other Job Functions
· Supervises library building on weekends and evenings on rotational basis
· Works with volunteers in the summer reading program
· Prepares booklists, material lists, and other user guides
· Maintains special files of media related materials
· Maintains the children's procedure manual
Requirements of Work
Requires knowledge of child development, some experience in media
collection management and a Masters Degree in Library Science, or any
combination of experience and training which provides the following
knowledge abilities and skills:
· Knowledge of principles and techniques of programming for children birth
through age five and their families in public libraries
· Knowledge of and ability to communicate general principles of
professional librarianship
· Basic knowledge of computer fundamentals, children's web sites and CD-ROM
products for children
· Ability to provide reference and reader's advisory services to children
and their families in person, via phone, or written correspondence
· Knowledge of children's literature and ability to communicate it to
children and their families and adults serving children
· Ability to maintain effective relationships with other employees
· Genuine respect for children and their families and ability to deal with
public relations problems courteously and tactfully
· Strong oral and written communication skills
- ----------------------------------------------------
Barbara Kelly, Appleton Public Library
225 N. Oneida St. Appleton, WI 54911
920-832-6168 Fax: 920-832-6182
bkelly@apl.org http://www.apl.org
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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 21:39:19 -0400
From: Catherine Chesher <cchesh@tc3net.com>
Subject: BIB: Taking a stand
Thank you to everyone who submitted suggestions. The patron was very pleased
with the suggestions and I'm sure she'll find something she wants to use.
The cat my gymsuit Danzinger
Backyard resuce Ryden, Hope
Standing up to Mr. O Mills, Claudia
The chocolate war Cormier, Robert
Frindle Clements,
Nothing but the truth Avi
The pistacio prescription Danzinger
The friendship Taylor, Mildred
Secrets not meant to be kept Milowitz, Gloria D.
The day they came to arrest the book Hentoff, Nat
Nightjohn Paulsen, Gary
The rocking chair rebellion Clifford, Eth
Wringer Spinelli, Jerry
Save Halloween Tolan, Stephanie
Cathy Chesher
Adrian Public Library
cchesh@tc3net.com
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 10:21:55 -0500
From: "Don Wood" <dwood@ala.org>
Subject: ACTION ALERT
LIBRARY ADVOCACY ALERT
June 17, 1999
From: ALA Washington Office
Please share this message with other library supporters.
URGENT ACTION ALERT: E-RATE FILTERING MEASURE TO BE CONSIDERED ON
HOUSE FLOOR TODAY
ACTION NEEDED:
Please call your Representative NOW and urge him or her to vote
against the "Children's Internet Protection Act", an amendment
offered by Reps. Bob Franks (R-NJ) and Charles Pickering (R-MS) to
H.R. 1501, the Consequences for Juvenile Offenders Act of 1999.
This amendment would impose requirements on schools and libraries to
use technology to block or filter material considered harmful to or
inappropriate for minors as a condition for receiving or retaining
the E-rate telecommunications discounts.
House debate scheduled for yesterday was postponed. A vote is
expected soon. You may reach your Representative by dialing
the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121.
THE MESSAGE
Let your Representative know that your library, in conjunction
with your board and your community, is addressing a wide range of
issues raised by the introduction of advanced technology and
telecommunications. Ask your legislator to respect your
thoughtful and responsible local decision-making process on
Internet access for minors.
BACKGROUND
ALA has sent letters to each Member of the House stating concerns
about the Franks/Pickering amendment.
Yesterday the House did not get to the Franks/Pickering amendment to
ELIMINATE E-rate discounts for libraries and schools that do not
implement filtering or blocking technology for computers with
Internet access during debate on H.R. 1501, the Consequences for
Juvenile Offenders Act of 1999. This amendment, offered by Reps. Bob
Franks (R-NJ) and Charles Pickering (R-MS), is number 42 in a line up
of 44 amendments that the House must address before the final vote on
the bill. They voted on the first 26 amendments yesterday, so the
final amendments are expect to be on the floor today.
The Hyde amendment to the same juvenile justice bill was defeated
yesterday by a vote of 282 to 146. The Hyde amendment would have
defined a broad national "harmful to minors" standard and imposed
federal criminal penalties for the sale of such violent or sexual
material to minors.
QUESTIONS?
Contact:
Claudette Tennant
ALA Washington Office
800.941.8478
e-mail: CWT@alawash.org>
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 10:17:03 -0500
From: "Monika Antonelli" <MANTONEL@library.unt.edu>
Subject: Another Exciting ALA Forum! Presented by MOUSS Research and Statistics
Committee
The RUSA MOUSS Research and Statistics Committee presents its Fifth Annual
Reference Research Forum on Saturday, June 26, 1999 at 2:00 - 4:00 pm in R04-05
Convention Center.
Three research projects in the field of reference services will be presented by
their authors, with a discussion following. This year the presenters are:
"Effectiveness of Strategies Employed by Unassisted Library Users in
Selecting Electronic Resources: Implications for Reference Service" by
Leroy Smith, Humanities Liaison Librarian, Colorado College
This presentation reports on the results of a small-scale, informal survey of
100 student patrons accessing online resources in the lobby of a small academic
library. The researcher asked students why they selected the resources they were
using and then made a determination of whether or not resources being used were
appropriate given the patrons' stated needs. The researcher then examined the
effects of the variables of gender, class year, departmental major, whether or
not patrons had received library instruction, and the reasons patrons gave for
resource selection on whether or not they had selected appropriate sources.
Search strategies of patrons accessing sites on the World Wide Web were also
noted. The relationship between patron satisfaction with results and whether or
not the researcher felt the source was appropriate was also examined. Results
indicate that patrons using electronic resources do not always ask for the help
that they need and that reference librari!
!
!
ans may need to become more proactive, more aggressive in offering reference
service in the electronic age.
"Evaluation of Reference Service Using a Hierarchical Linear Model:
Applying Multiple Regression to a Multi-level Research Design" by Matthew
L. Saxton, Reference Coordinator, Santa Ana College
What are reliable indicators for both reference performance and the independent
variables that contribute to high levels of reference performance? How do we
measure the multi-dimensional nature of the reference outcome? 3500 reference
queries were recorded at 13 public libraries in Southern California during
October 1998. Librarians were asked to write down the query and how it was
resolved. These responses were then matched to a survey completed by the library
user. The study employed a multi-level research design that can account for the
effects of intra-class correlation that arise as the result of gathering
multiple observations from each library and librarian participating in the
study. Intra-class effects tend to diminish the value of the standard error,
misleading the investigator into believing that a relationship between variables
has been discovered which does not necessarily exist. Although many previous
studies have focused on a single outcome variable, this analys!
!
!
is measured the influence of fifteen predictors on three criterion variables:
the accuracy of the information received by the inquirer, the utility of that
information, and the inquirer's satisfaction with the reference process.
Findings indicate that the three criterion variables are not correlated,
suggesting that each outcome is driven by different factors in the reference
process. The potential impact of the discovery of a reliable and valid means of
measuring reference service is the significant improvement of reference service,
improvement of training for reference work, and the improvement of education for
reference work.
"Help-seeking in An Electronic World: The Impact of Electronic Access to
Community Information (CI) on Citizens' Information Behavior and Public
Libraries" by Karen E. Pettigrew , Research Fellow, University of Michigan
School of Information and Joan C. Durrance, Professor, University of Michigan
School of Information
An unprecedented, two-year study funded by the U.S. and Canadian governments.
Using multiple methods, we are collecting data from Internet users, librarians
and local service providers in three states. Beyond investigating citizens'
online information behavior when seeking help for everyday situations, we are
developing a framework that librarians can use to evaluate networked CI
services. This framework includes perspectives of users, librarians, and
collaborators within the social context of anytime and multiple place use. For
RUSA, we will share interim results from our Stage One national survey of public
library involvement in Internet CI delivery. In addition to presenting baseline
data, we will discuss effects on reference services (e.g., types of questions
patrons ask, types of help they require when searching CI online, staff training
needs, etc), and librarians' perceptions of community benefits.
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 12:12:45 -0400
From: "Robin Benoit" <rbenoit@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us>
Subject: stumper - travel through a wishing well
A patron is looking for a series she read as a child in the 70's where a
group of 5 - 7 kids has fantasy/adventures. The one she specifically
remembers is one in which they traveled through a wishing well. This
absolutely doesn't ring a bell with me, and, while it isn't very much to go
on, I wondered if it struck a chord with anyone else.
Thanks for your help! Please respond directly to me.
Robin Benoit
Fairport Public Library
1 Village Landing
Fairport, New York 14450
(716) 223-3112
rbenoit@mcls.rochester.lib.ny.us
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 09:19:48 PDT
From: susan casaba <melonmist@hotmail.com>
Subject: "Keep Trying"
A patron is looking for a poem called "Keep Trying." She wants
a version with illustrations by Romare Bearden. She thinks the
author's name starts with "Ch." Thanks for any help!
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 14:05:25 -0400
From: "Deborah Brightwell" <dbright@ci.coppell.tx.us>
Subject: [Fwd: homeschoolers and the public library]
Forgive any cross-postings.
I am working on a book--"Homeschoolers and the Public Library" and
wish
to include quotes from libraries as to why they do or do not do specific
programs for homeschoolers. Also a brief description about the program
as well as any difficulties (staff attitudes, local school district,
homeschoolers, etc.) or "rewards" may also be included.
Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. Please respond to me
personally: juliet@hplsck.org
Thank you--
- --
julie tomlianovich
system children's consultant
south central kansas library system
901 n main
hutchinson, ks 67501
316-663-5441 ex 144
1-800-234-0529 ex 144
FAX 1-316-663-1215
e-mail: juliet@hplsck.org
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 14:33:23 -0600
From: Tiffany Andersen <tanderse@inter.state.lib.ut.us>
Subject: Big mouth frog?
Hey there!
I am looking for the words to the big mouth frog kids song. I would
love to use this for story time, but I can only remember parts of it.
Is there anybody out there who knows this song or knows where I can find
it? Please respond directly to me.
Tiffany Andersen
Children's Librarian
Richfield Public Library
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 19:11:12 -0400
From: Sharon Bandhold <sbandhol@northnet.org>
Subject: Stumper
Hello, PUBYACers:
A patron is seeking a book about Stewart (not Stuart) Little, a
frog, a book which she had read 20 years ago or so. It was accompanied
when she bought it by a beanbag frog which she still has with the
Stewart Little tag on it.
This is not E.B. White's Stuart Little.
Could you please respond to me directly, and I will compile
responses for anyone who asks me for them? TIA very much.
Sharon
Bandhold
Plattsburgh
(NY) Public Library
sbandhol@northnet.org
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 17:55:09 -0700 (PDT)
From: Eve Bates <batese@pls.lib.ca.us>
Subject: stumper - mental illness
Hello,
does anyone know of a picture book suitable for a five year old that
introduces the topic of mental illness? (Preferably not of the
"grandpa-can't-remember" variety - depicting a younger person.)
Please respond to me directly.
Thanks!
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Eve Bates Redwood City Public Library
Children's Librarian Redwood City, CA
Community Libraries Unit 650-780-7009
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Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 23:32:45 -0400 (EDT)
From: Mary Mura <mmura@wcnet.org>
Subject: Position in NW Ohio
Dear Colleagues:
The Rossford Public Library has a children's librarian position
open. Here is the info from my director:
MLS from ALA accredited university. 1 year's experience in a
public library children's services or school library preferred, but new
graduates are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of children's literature,
creative programming skills, PC, internet, CD-ROM and on-line search
skills necessary. Evenings and weekend work required. MLS salary $22,000
- - $27,000, depending on experience. Excellent health insurance, 100%
single premium paid by library. Vacation, sick leave, Ohio Deferred Comp.
program. Send resume to: Marsha Wagner, Director; Rossford Public
Library; 720 Dixie Highway; Rossford, OH 43460. Closing date: July 15,
1999.
Rossford is a small town south of Toledo & Detroit on I-75. We
are within an hour of Ann Arbor, 2 hours to Cleveland, 2 1/2 hours to
Columbus. Although the town is small we serve a fairly large school
district & many classes visit the library on a regular basis.
The children's department currently has a full time librarian (me,
& I'm moving to cataloging & adult reference), a 3/4 time librarian (18
years
experience) & an assistant. The library is on 1 floor and is quite
"open."
There is a central reference desk for kids & adults.
Mary Mura
Librarian
Rossford Public Library
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Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 11:19:59 -0400
From: YA assistant <JDICKEY@ESCHER.dnet.cuyahoga.lib.oh.us>
Subject: Cars, motorcycles and teens
Dear PUBYACers,
I had a request today for something to read that has left me
stumped and astounded:
A 13 year old boy would like to read a story involving cars or
motorcycles. How little there is!
There's Paulsen's The Car, which I found preachy and centered
on the adult, not the kid. There's If Rock and Roll Were a Machine
by Terry Davis, which seems a little advanced for a kid who has
just moved from the children's section. Cooney's Driver's Ed is
good, but seemed a little heavy for a boy who wants to read about
cars because he loves them.
And that's it! I checked our keyword searchable catalog and
did a search from Am.com's teenpage and that's all I came up with!
So I'm turning to you. What have I missed? And why haven't YA
authors done more with that quintessential YA experience: driving?
Thanks in advance,
Janet
Please note NEW WEBSITE!
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Janet Dickey, YA assistant, Cuyahoga Cty. PL (suburban Cleveland)
<jdickey@cuyahoga.lib.oh.us>
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Anyone's Guess (grades 6 9) and InvestiCats (grades 3 5)
Mystery Kits
http://dbldog.com/ <blakdog@en.com>
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