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Main Author: Safford, Barbara Ripp
Format: Recurso educativo Open Access
Language:en
Published: 1997
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Online Access:https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ539712
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  • Transforming the Reference Collection: "The Electric Library" (TM). Safford, Barbara Ripp Cost Effectiveness Databases Electronic Libraries Elementary Secondary Education Information Retrieval Information Seeking Information Sources Internet Libraries Library Collection Development Problems Reference Materials School Libraries Describes "The Electric Library" (TM), a database (which can be searched via an Internet connection) designed to assist schools, librarians, and parents with information retrieval. Discusses technical and logistical benefits, the problem of selected and limited resources, and cost issues. Provides a sample debate topic exercise using "The Electric Library." (AEF)