The Organization, Administration and Development of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente Archives

Researcher: LINDA A. LAGUNZAD

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines

Subject Area: Archives

Year of Graduation: 1971

Abstract:

This study is concerned with the organization and administration of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente Archives which are housed in the Mosher Library of Saint Andrew's Theological Seminary, designated the official repository of the records of the church. It describes the systematic manner by which the records of a church body have been arranged for the purpose of making them accessible to avariety of users.

The organizational phase involves the arrangement, appraisal, and description of the records in the repository. The administrative aspects include the setting up of reference service, maintenance of the collection, and the systematic acquisition of retrospective records and inactive files of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente to fill the gaps in the collection and expand it.

The brief historical survey of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente included in this study is intended to introduce the church body which produced the records and to make known the importance of the study in the context of Philippine Church and historical scholarships.

A Survey of Theological Seminary Libraries in the Greater Manila Areas

Researcher: TUNGGUL P. SIMARANGKIR

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Ecumenical Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1971

Abstract

This survey of seven theological seminary libraries in the Greater Manila Area for the school year 1969-1970 was undertaken to determine the status of these libraries and find out how to improve their organizational and administrative set up. All aspects of the seminary libraries, such as objectives of the seminary and its library, administrative organization, collection, technical services, personnel, library use, library building and equipment are considered. The data gathered by means of questionnaires, direct observation, and interviews are presented, analyzed and compared against existing standards such as the ALA. Standards for College Libraries, library standards, 1954-1958, of the American Association of Theological Schools, Standards for Accrediting of the American Association of Theological Schools, and Proposed Standards for Philippine College and University libraries. The seminary libraries may be divided into two groups, the first group consisting of five seminary libraries has a rather good status but the second group of two seminary libraries does not.

Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 158) 1971

The Presidential Papers of Ramon Magsaysay: A Plan for their Organization and Development

Researcher: PAT I. NIVERA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Development Plan

Year of Graduation: 1971

Abstract

The records created by and for the President of the Philippines, better known as his Papers, reflect much of his own actuations, the state of the country at a given period and the nation’s international position. As such, they are valuable sources for the writing of political, socio-economic or diplomatic history, and biographies, for the documentation of events or for training the course of public administration and government machinery. To date, ten men have occupied the position of President of the Philippines, but the Papers of only three (Emilio Aguinaldo, Manuel L. Quezon and Jose P. Laurel), have so far received some measure of care and preservation.

This thesis lays out a plan for the organization, administration and development of the Papers of the late President Ramon Magsaysay which have been placed in the custody of the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation, and their subsequent opening to research. The processing of the Papers and the construction of finding aids such as a card catalog, an index and a guide to the Papers are extremely discussed. A brief history of the Papers and an outline of the organization of the Office of the President of the Philippines are presented the better to understand the nature and contents of the Papers. It expresses a hope that the plan will serve as a model for the preservation of other Presidential Papers and recommends legislation for this process because the Presidential Papers form a part of our national heritage.

Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 157) 1971

An Initial Survey of Secondary School Libraries in Quezon City

Researcher: PRISCILLA A. INTENGAN

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: School Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1971

Abstract

This report is the result of a survey made of the existing physical facilities, the library personnel, the library collection, and the services rendered by eight selected private and public school libraries in Quezon City. Findings in the survey undertaken by means of questionnaires and library visits were compared with and evaluated against the existing standards for school libraries in the Philippines and United States. The four public high school libraries included in the study were found to be operating under conditions and with resources not conducive to giving efficient service. Their library collections and library facilities are very inadequate. On the other hand, the four private school libraries which have more adequate financial and administrative support have bigger and better collections, more adequate staff, and better library facilities.

Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 156) 1971

A Survey of Grade School and High School Libraries Conducted by the Missionary Benedictine Sisters in the Philippines

Researcher: SR. PATRICIA F. ALCAREZ

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: School Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1971

Research Problem

This is a survey of 12 grade school and 14 high school libraries conducted by the Missionary Benedictine Sisters in the Philippines, for the school year 1969-1970, to assess their status. The study includes all aspects of the school library, such as library collection, acquisition and organization of materials, use of the library resources, library quarters and facilities, library administration, and library personnel.

Methodology

The questionnaire was the basic tool used, supplemented by actual visits and on-the-spot observations of the libraries and interviews with librarians and school administrators as well as with representative groups of students and teachers.

Findings and Conclusions

Findings on the status of the libraries are presented, analyzed and then compared against existing standards, such as the PAASCU manual of Accrediting for High Schools, Bureau of Public Schools Bulletin no. 27, s. 1960, and the AASL Standard for School Library programs. In general, the libraries are found to be below the standards. Library resources are inadequate and there is an imbalance in the book collection of all the libraries. Most of the library quarters are inadequate and the facilities and equipment are insufficient. Majority of the school libraries are poorly staffed.

Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 155) 1971

The College Freshmen and the Library

Researcher: TRINIDAD SEGOVIA

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of San Agustin

Subject Area: Academic Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1971

Research Problem

The study aimed to determine the degree to which the college freshmen in the University of San Agustin were familiar with the college library resources, facilities and regulations, and the extent to which these freshmen patronize the college library.

Methodology

The subjects in this study were 543 college freshmen of the University, enrolled during the second semester of the school year 1967-1968 in six colleges. A five-page questionnaire-checklist consisting of two parts was used in gathering data.

Findings and Conclusions

The survey revealed the students’ lack of familiarity with the college library’s resources and facilities. Students’ knowledge about the library varied according to their field of specialization, with students enrolled in the Pharmacy-Medical Technology and Liberal Arts courses knowing most about the library while those in the Normal and Education courses knew the least. It was concluded that there is the need to instill among college freshmen the value and significance of the college library, to encourage them to avail themselves of its facilities, and to develop in them the library habit.

Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 154-155) 1971

The Philippine Women’s University (PWU) Library services Utilized by Day College Students

Researcher: ESPERANZA DE ALBAN STA. CRUZ

Course: Master of Arts in Education major in Library Science

School: Philippine Women’s University, Manila

Subject Area: Library Usage

Year of Graduation: 1971

Research Problem

This study was designed to determine the extent to which the day college students use the PWU Library facilities and services and the relationship between the courses pursued and curricular years to the extent of library use.

Methodology
The subjects of the study were 1,010 day college students of the PWU during the first semester of the school year 1969-1970 chosen by stratified random sampling to represent the various courses offered in the University as well as the different curricular years. Two sets of check-list questionnaires with thirty items each were used to gather data on the frequency of use of library services and students’ awareness of the availability of physical facilities and the organization of the library materials.

Findings and Conclusions
Among the findings are: 1) the day college students do not make full use of the library’s services and facilities; 2) the General Education students make the least use of the library whereas Elementary Education and Education students make the most use of the library; 3) first year students are the most infrequent library users while the fourth year students are the most frequent library users. The results of the study indicate a strong need to develop basic library skills in the students for efficiency in their use of the library. For this purpose, a program of instruction on library use is recommended. Revision of the organization of materials and facilities of the PWU Library is likewise recommended to facilitate their use.
Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 153-154) 1971

A Study of Student-Librarian Relationship in the Far Eastern University

Researcher: PACITA PIATOS REMO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: Far Eastern University, Manila

Subject Area: Librarians, Human Relations

Year of Graduation: 1971

Research Problem

This study aimed to evaluate the nature and quality relationship existing between students and librarians of the Far Eastern University during the second semester, 1970-1971. Such aspects as physical facilities, organization of materials, personnel service, library use and other services, and student reactions and demands to such services are studied.

Methodology

In gathering data for this study, the normative survey method was used. A random sample of 603 students from the Institute of Accounts, Business and Finance: Arts and sciences; education; Technology; and Graduate Studies, and 57 librarians of the university during the semester participated in the study.

Findings, Conclusions, and Recommendations

One of the findings is that majority of the students were not satisfied with the library services. Students go to the library principally for research purposes. A major cause of misunderstanding between students and librarians is poor human relations on the part of the librarians. Many of the librarians are not academically prepared to perform their tasks. Among the recommendations are that provisions should be made for dialogue between students and librarians, that there be more qualified librarians, and that librarians must be more helpful with their clientele. The conclusion is that there is really a need for improvement in the library as a whole.

Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 152-153) 1971

A Survey of Business and Finance Libraries in Greater Manila

Researcher: LOURDES FERNANDEZ RODRIGUEZ

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Manila

Subject Area: Special Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1971

Research Problem

This is a survey of 21 business and finance libraries located in Greater Manila concerning the: 1) size; experience; and educational background of their staff; 2) size and subject specialties of the collections; 3) nature of the services rendered to clientele; and 4) adequacy of the physical facilities for the service functions.

Methodology
The questionnaire-checklist technique was used in securing information on the status of the libraries. In the absence of standards designed specifically for business and finance libraries, the following references were used as evaluation tools: 1. “Objectives and Standards for Special Libraries.” Published by the Professional Standards Committee of the Special Libraries Association (SLA) in the United States; 2. “Sources of Business Information,” Edwin T. Coman, Jr; 3. Special Library Standards, Statistics, and Performance Evaluation,” by Gordon E. Rendall in Special Libraries, vol. 56, p379-86 (July-Aug. 1965); and 4. Ulrich’s International Periodicals Directory.

Findings and Conclusions
The survey indicated that majority of the libraries are one-man libraries. A majority of the head librarians are up to the SLA standards as regards educational qualifications and experience. Similarly, the libraries came up to the SLA standards as regards the service functions. However, their book collections and physical facilities are far from adequate.
Source: Journal of Philippine Librarianship (4: 151-152) 1971