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