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Mary Ann Venner 《Journal Of Access Services》2016,13(2):101-111
ABSTRACTThis article will describe how merging service points in an academic library is an opportunity to improve customer service and utilize staffing resources more efficiently. Combining service points provides libraries with the ability to create a more positive library experience for patrons by minimizing the ping-pong effect for assistance. The Access Services Department at the University of North Texas Libraries was charged with management of the circulation and reference services offered at the service desk. Streamlined planning and modernized management of the desk and its impact on customer service in a changing library environment will be discussed. 相似文献
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Brian Bunnett Andrea Boehme Steve Hardin Shelley Arvin Karen Evans Paula Huey 《Journal Of Access Services》2016,13(2):66-79
ABSTRACTA sharp decline in the number of reference queries prompted the library administration at Indiana State University to begin a project to combine the circulation, reference, and IT desks to reduce staffing at a new consolidated service point. All faculty and staff in the reference/instruction and circulation units participated in the project. The new arrangement and subsequent removal of librarians from routine desk duties have expanded instructional opportunities, consistent with the university's goals. Project participants plan further assessments to better determine the impacts of the new service arrangements. 相似文献
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Beverly Murphy Richard A. Peterson Hattie Vines Megan von Isenburg Elizabeth Berney Robert James 《Medical reference services quarterly》2013,32(4):379-393
ABSTRACT This article will describe how a revolution in customer service provision beginning in 2002 has led to an evolution of library services. When the reference and circulation desks were merged to create a single service point, responsibilities were broadened, core competencies were developed, and staff members were cross trained. In 2005, an analysis of staffing and work patterns demonstrated a need to build upon the original model to better utilize staff and ensure coverage of the desk. Reference librarians were moved to “on call” status, technical services staff were added to the schedule, and core competencies and procedures were refined. 相似文献
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《Journal of Interlibrary Loan, Document Delivery & Electronic Reserve》2013,23(2):153-180
Abstract In spring 2006, 404 medium-sized academic libraries participated in a survey to determine their reference-staffing practices. A medium-sized academic library is one affiliated with a bachelor's degree granting institution where the FTE enrollment is 3,000-9,999. Libraries reported their type of service model, number of questions asked, number of staff, variety of service points, types of staff utilized, hours and other factors used to make staffing decisions. What are the staffing practices in reference departments at medium-sized academic libraries? How many reference and non-reference librarians are scheduled to work at reference service points? How many questions are typically asked during a week? Are students or support staff utilized? What type of model is most prevalent-one central desk with one librarian, several distributed desks with one or more staff members, a tiered service model or something else? What factors do reference managers consider when determining the hours and types of staff scheduled? These questions, and more, are explored in this report. 相似文献
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ABSTRACT Public and academic libraries continue to have a vital role in providing reference services. As more and more information is only available in electronic form, reference librarians need to reaffirm their core values. Some of the changes happening in reference include smaller reference collections, the disposition of printed reference books, and the increased use of electronic tools. Other topics include different service models for the reference desk, the changing nature of reference questions, and changes in staffing at the reference desk. Finally, the authors speculate about the future of reference services. 相似文献
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Mary Wilkins Jordan 《The Reference Librarian》2014,55(3):196-211
With staffing and funding shortages and rapidly changing expectations from patrons, what is actually happening at the reference desk in today’s libraries? Understanding the needs today’s reference librarians face can be useful in developing ways to support those needs. Asking them to make some predictions on the future of public library reference work gives Library and Information Science (LIS) students, and libraries preparing for the future, a valuable look at the expertise provided by experience. This understanding will help make some realistic decisions about reference staffing and service needs and provide some guidance for those aspiring to careers in public library reference. 相似文献
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《The Reference Librarian》2013,54(59):139-146
Summary New reference desk staffing configurations are required as reference service evolves from locating in-library resources to using and teaching the use of electronic resources. The tangible and intangible benefits achieved by scheduling technical services staff to assist at the reference desk are discussed. Intangible benefits include improved library service due to technical services staff expertise, and greater flexibility for reference desk staffing. The reference staff can also learn more about the automated library system and current processing initiatives from their technical services colleagues. Technical services staff benefits from seeing the results of their work in a public services setting and experiencing the satisfaction of helping users locate needed information. A stronger sense of library service is instilled in the “back room.” Technical services staff will also enjoy more challenge, opportunity, and variety in their work. Some tangible benefits realized at the University of Minnesota's Bio-Medical Library, which are directly related to the scheduling of technical services staff at the reference desk, are also briefly described. 相似文献
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分布式数字参考咨询系统服务评价指标体系研究 总被引：28，自引：3，他引：25
针对国家科学数字图书馆项目“分布式数字参考咨询系统”开展系统的服务质量评价指标体系研究,在国内首次提出全面的数字参考咨询服务质量评价的指标体系。 相似文献
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《The Reference Librarian》2013,54(21):45-56
Reference service as practiced in most large libraries meets the criteria for information and referral services as set forth by the Community and Information Referral Task Force of the National Commission on Libraries and Information Science. Because most reference service these days also includes some form of online data base searching, user expectations at the reference desk are heightened and in some cases unrealistic or unreasonable. Librarians must be able to make the decision to utilize print resources, conduct online data base searches, or refer users to more appropriate sources to satis their information needs. On-line data bases, In particular, are not always the first resource to consider. 相似文献
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ABSTRACTThis article discusses a public service review and redesign that resulted in a blended service desk combining reference and circulation functions, staffed by nonlibrarians. The redesign implements a number of organizational structures that encourage service excellence, as found in the business literature and in examples of nonlibrary organizations that excel in customer service. The article identifies key organizational structures that have been shown to support or hinder good service and discusses the process of implementing these structures in practice and the results of an assessment process designed around determining success. 相似文献
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《College & Undergraduate Libraries》2013,20(4):31-42
Abstract Binghamton University Libraries implemented an IM reference service using the Trillian client to monitor multiple IM accounts at two distinct reference service points. This paper addresses the process and practical considerations of implementing the service including selection of the appropriate software, creation of IM accounts for each service, development of a staffing schedule, and training of reference staff. Also included is an outline of future plans for improving IM services for students and academic library users. 相似文献
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《The Reference Librarian》2013,54(79-80):101-112
Summary This article explores digital reference and offers practical advice to those interested in implementing a digital reference desk in their library. Digital/chat/online reference services are defined and practical guidelines on staffing, selecting and troubleshooting hardware and software, training, and marketing are offered for those establishing such a service. 相似文献
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国家科学数字图书馆网络联合参考咨询服务质量控制及评价方案研究* 总被引：24，自引：0，他引：24
介绍了国内外数字参考咨询服务质量评价体系的研究与应用概况。结合国家科学数字图书馆网络联合数字参考咨询服务的质量控制需要，在项目一期建设基础上选取部分指标建立了实际操作的评价体系，并制定了制度化的系统评价方案。 相似文献
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《The Reference Librarian》2013,54(59):131-138
Summary Technology has impacted society in diverse ways. Libraries have not been exempt from the consequences of technology. Yet even as libraries become more technical and technologically challenging in their use, reference librarians have to be aware of the human aspects viable in the performance of our duty. We are challenged to recognize our diverse users and their needs, be clear in our definition of the terminology used in this new era, emphasize critical thinking and the existence of print, be honest in our quest for innovations at staffing the reference desk, and finally be willing to learn as much as possible. We must become part of this new age in order to be able to interact with and instruct our users. 相似文献
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《College & Undergraduate Libraries》2013,20(4):43-54
Abstract Launching virtual chat reference services at Boatwright Library at the University of Richmond has been an interesting challenge of “trial and error” over the years. After trying several different software programs and staffing options, librarians have finally found a niche with AOL's Instant Messenger service. The first section of the article describes a path of experimentation, including early collaborations with the computing services help desk, staffing patterns within the library, technical and financial challenges with virtual reference software, and attempts to get students to use reference chat services. The second half of the case study describes the great success with AIM service in the past year, providing statistical information as well as coverage of training and guidelines, advertising, and staffing. This article touches on a number of themes, including the value of experimenting with a variety of chat reference software programs, and the need for library staff to stay current with new technologies. 相似文献
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Starting in 2011, implementation of Personal Research Sessions, or PRS, not only showed librarians at the College of the Holy Cross the success of one-on-one research appointments, but also led the reference program on a path of service-centered changes. This path includes fewer hours on the physical desk, a system of on-call reference shifts, an increase in reference student worker training, a semester-to-semester increase in PRS, and new goals for assessment. The authors discuss the state of student research at Holy Cross and their approach to reference service. 相似文献
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Refexpress——网络聊天参考咨询的一个实例 总被引：7，自引：0，他引：7
介绍美国佛罗里达大学利用Refexpress开展的网络聊天参考咨询服务,指出我国图书 馆界开展这种新型的参考咨询服务形式的重要性。 相似文献
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相对于传统的咨询台服务而言,巡回参考咨询服务是一种馆员主动向用户提供参考咨询服务的方式。近年来,巡回参考咨询服务被国外高校图书馆和公共图书馆广泛采用,并取得了良好的效果。我国图书馆在开展巡回参考咨询服务时应结合图书馆实际制订相应的服务计划,为馆员提供相应内容的培训,并且开展相关的服务宣传。 相似文献
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The authors discuss a newly established academic library at the University of California, Merced, as a model for reference service that foregoes a desk staffed with reference librarians. The library provides innovative, quality reference services for its users by using well-trained staff at a library services desk and employing new technologies for asynchronous communication and instruction. 相似文献