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Main Author: Marchetti, Honey
Format: Recurso educativo Open Access
Language:en
Published: 1988
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Online Access:https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED329254
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contents A New Twist on an Old Theme. Marchetti, Honey Academic Libraries Computer Software Higher Education Library Automation Microcomputers Technical Writing Work Study Programs A work-study student assistant was employed at the Carnegie Mellon University Engineering and Science Library to help prepare documentation for a new library program. The student, a junior professional writing major, used the Apple Macintosh microcomputer to design a brochure, billing worksheet, and spreadsheet for the new program. On completion of the original project, the student assistant continued at the library 15 hours a week until her graduation. Her work included developing a circulation system training manual, designing screen panels for the online information system, and producing in-house publications using desktop publishing software. An unanticipated bonus for the student was the creation of a portfolio, to be used on job interviews with potential employers. (MES)
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spellingShingle A New Twist on an Old Theme.
Marchetti, Honey
Academic Libraries
Computer Software
Higher Education
Library Automation
Microcomputers
Technical Writing
Work Study Programs
A New Twist on an Old Theme. Marchetti, Honey Academic Libraries Computer Software Higher Education Library Automation Microcomputers Technical Writing Work Study Programs A work-study student assistant was employed at the Carnegie Mellon University Engineering and Science Library to help prepare documentation for a new library program. The student, a junior professional writing major, used the Apple Macintosh microcomputer to design a brochure, billing worksheet, and spreadsheet for the new program. On completion of the original project, the student assistant continued at the library 15 hours a week until her graduation. Her work included developing a circulation system training manual, designing screen panels for the online information system, and producing in-house publications using desktop publishing software. An unanticipated bonus for the student was the creation of a portfolio, to be used on job interviews with potential employers. (MES)
title A New Twist on an Old Theme.
topic Academic Libraries
Computer Software
Higher Education
Library Automation
Microcomputers
Technical Writing
Work Study Programs
url https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED329254