The University of the Philippines, 1908-1986, as seen through the Presidential Papers

Researcher: CANDIDA G. SARMIENTO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Diliman

Subject Area: University of the Philippines

Year of Graduation: 1993

This is a historical study which presents a narrative record of each university president’s contribution to the growth and development of the University of the Philippines from 1908-1986. The study deals on the more important pronouncements of the said presidents and highlights of events that happened during their term of administration. The paper aims to familiarize future generations of alumni with significant development in the University. This study will be useful for scholars, students of history and education, as well as the general citizens who want to know more about the University. It also includes biographies of the fourteen university presidents from President Murray S. Bartlett to Edgardo J. Angara. A guide to the presidential papers available at the University Archives and Records Depository and a list of colleges, schools, institutions and centers of the University showing the founding dates are included in the paper.

The Choice of Librarianship as a Profession by Male Library Science Students

Researcher: SHIM IN HEE

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines

Subject Area: Librarianship, Male Librarians

Year of Graduation: 1993

Statement of the Problem

Several factors that influenced male library science students in their choice of librarianship as a profession in the Philippines were examined. The objectives of the study were to: 1) analyze the extent of individual and social factors in influencing male students in their choice of librarianship as a profession; 2) know the demographic characteristics of male library science students, including the socio-economic status of their families as reflected by their annual income and social prestige in the community as well as the educational attainment of their parents; 3) find out the internal and external forces behind their decision-making on the choice of librarianship as a profession; 4) know the reasons why male students shifted to library science and what their future plans are.

Methodology

This study used the normative survey research method using a questionnaire as a tool for gathering data. The subjects of the study were 55 male library science students enrolled in the library schools in Metro manila during the first semester, 1992-1993. The purposive sampling procedure was employed due to the small number of male students.

Findings

The findings of the study show that most of the subjects are relatively young, with some of them already married, their parents are highly educated and their economic status is above average. The decision on the choice of librarianship as a profession was made, while in college, by the students themselves as well as by other persons. If ever the students were influenced by other persons, the librarians, friends and other relatives were the ones who guided these students in their choice of librarianship as a profession. Their parents, spouses, relatives, former teachers, friends, instructors and supervisors have more favorable attitudes towards their chosen profession. The main reason for shifting to library science is disqualification from their first chosen course. When they decided to shift to library science, many of them had no prior knowledge of library science. They all preferred to work in special libraries. The library science subjects which strongly influenced their desire to pursue the degree are Indexing, Special Libraries and Information science. They all plan to seek a library job after graduation. The individual factors which have a strong influence over the male students’ decision to choose librarianship as a profession are: 1) opportunity for intellectual development; 2) opportunity to rise through one’s effort; 3) liking for books; 4) opportunity to earn a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; and 5) liking for people. The social factors which influenced strongly the respondents’ decisions are: 1) immediate employment after graduation; and 2) importance of libraries in society. Based on the comparison of the mean point value of the respondents’ ratings, the male students were found to be more influenced by individual factors.

Improving Library Services at the Philippine Normal University through a Computerized Cataloging System

 Researcher: LINDA M. TAYONA

Course: Doctor of Philosophy In Education

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Library catalogs, Library services, Philippine Normal University Library

Year of Graduation: 1993

Continuing Education of Library Science Graduates of the University of Santo Tomas: An Assessment

Researcher: SUSAN O. PADOR

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Continuing Professional Education

Year of Graduation: 1993

An Assessment of NCR Accredited Private Secondary School Senior Students Competencies in Library Use : Implications for a Library Instruction Program

Researcher: BELEN JAMORA RAMOS

Course: Doctor of Philosophy In Education

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Library usage, Library instruction

Year of Graduation: 1993

Information Needs, Data Retrieval Practices and Problems of College Students as Information Users of St. Louis College of Tuguegarao...

Researcher: RIZALINA R. PEDROSO

Course: Master of Arts in Education major in Library Science

School: Saint Mary's College of Bayombong, Philippines

Subject Area: Information Needs, Academic Libraries - Cagayan

Year of Graduation: May 1993

Introduction

Information has no value until it is used, therefore a librarian should create an awareness of information, its value sources, accessibility and acquisition. In general, the kind of information sources sought and used tend to be those easy of access and known personally to the user, regardless of the quality of the information. The working habits of the individual needing information, the importance placed on getting it, the facilities available for seeking it, their knowledge about the value, the estimate of the probability of getting what is wanted - all of these factors may affect information seeking-behavior (Atherton, 1977).

The Problem

The study attempted to describe the information needs, data retrieval practices and problems of college students as information users of Saint Louis College Tuguegarao (SLCT) during the first semester of the school year 1992-1993. Four hundred thirty five (435) randomly chosen college students comprised the respondents: a) College of Arts and Sciences/ Education = 88 b). Commerce-Secretarial/ Computer Science = 245 c). College of Technology = 102

Methodology

The study employed the descriptive type of research using 3 structured questionnaires. To test the hypothesis, Coefficient of Concordance and ANOVA were used. To describe the respondents and other variables, however, means, standard deviations, frequency counts, and ranks were used. A 5-point Likert-type scale was also used to derive the descriptive equivalents of the areas in the analysis and equivalent of data gathered.

Findings and Conclusions

1.Generally, the library staff members of the SLCT are bachelor's degree holders and majority are professionally trained.

2. SLTC library has a adequate and updated collection of books and other materials that support the academic needs of its information users.

3. The greatest percentage of library for the first semester come from the CAS/ED department while the least percentage can be found in CT department.

4. Generally, library services offered by SLCT library are still the traditional services.

5. The library users of SLCT have the same information needs in terms of types of materials, organizations, special collections and subjects/ topics.

6. Generally, the library users of SLCT library employ different practices and methods on data retrieval. Specifically, they employ different methods of retrieving library date on: a) degree of independence in the use of the library, b) degree of systematic of retrieval tools, c) degree of awareness of current information, d) degree of exhaustiveness in searching/use of library materials e0 degree of orderliness on data retrieval.

7. In general, the three groups of information users have different problems encountered on data retrieval.

8. Generally, the three groups of information users have the same level of: a) degree of independence in the use of the library, b) degree of systematic of retrieval tools, c) degree of awareness of current information, d) degree of exhaustiveness in searching/use of library materials e0 degree of orderliness on data retrieval.

Recommendations
A. School Administrators. a) That they should study the possibilities of making school policies which requires librarians to formulate library objectives and policies for better library services in line with data retrieval, b) That the should into possibility of incorporating library science in any English subject among the three departments, c) Likewise, they should help the librarians disseminate those formulated school policies to the faculty, personnel and students.

B. Library Staff. a) That they should start introducing or improving new services with regards to data retrieval so that the library will really benefit the users, b) That they should look into possibilities of conducting an intensive library instruction so that the use of library and its resources will be comprehensively discussed. c) The library should now go on computerization to further improve its services on data retrieval.

C. Information Users. That they should be encourage to open to the maximum the lines of communication with the library staff so that group can work cooperatively for the improvement of the library and its services.

D. Researchers. That they should continue searching and discover data about information needs, practices and problems of information users.

Moreover, the study should serve as a springboard for research who who may wish to study further the needs, practices and problems on data retrieval of information users in other academic setting.

It is further recommended that college students and faculty members through the Office of the Dean of Students Affairs should continuously evaluate the library and its services, give suggestions for the development and improvement of the library.

Educational Administrative and Supervision: An Abstract Guide to DECS Thesis at the Philippine Normal University Library 1980-1988

Researcher: LINDA C. PATRICIO

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal University

Subject Area: Thesis-Abstracts

Year of Graduation: 1993

Motivational Factors Affecting Librarians' Job Satisfaction

Researcher: FAUSTINO A. VARGA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Philippines

Subject Area: Job Satisfaction - Librarians

Year of Graduation: 1992

A Listing Classification and Compilation of DECS Thesis Abstracts in Physical Education

Researcher: NENITA J. DIMAPILIS

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal University

Subject Area: Thesis-Bibliographies

Year of Graduation: 1992

The Continuing Education Needs of Librarians in Fourteen Universities in Metro Manila: An Assessment

Researcher: EUJENIA P. BARTOLOME

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Philippines

Subject Area: Continuing Professional Education

Year of Graduation: 1991

Library Resources, Services and Facilities in Agriculture Education and Industrial Education Programs of State Universities and Colleges in Region 02

Researcher: FE P. AGGABAO

Course: Master of Arts in Education major in Library Science

School: Saint Mary's College of Bayombong, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries - Region 02

Year of Graduation: 1991

Statement of the Problem

The assessment of the library resources, services and facilities in Agriculture, Education and Industrial Education programs of the five (5) State Colleges and Universities (SUCs) in Region 02 during the SY 1989-1990 was the main focus of this study. The assessment was limited to the tertiary level only of the said colleges and universities.

Methodology

The study employed the descriptive survey method using two structured questionnaires, one for the faculty and students and one for the library staff in addition to the PAASCU survey for libraries. Seventeen (17) librarians, 69 faculty member and 478 students were respondents of the study. Comparative analysis of the SUC libraries based on the data gathered was also looked into in this study.

To test the hypotheses, t-test and ANOVA were used. To describe the respondents and other variables, however, frequency counts, ranks, percentages, means and standard deviations were used. Modified five point scale was also utilized to descriptive the descriptive equivalents of the areas in the analysis and evaluation of gathered data.

Findings
Current Status of SUC Libraries

1. Data on holdings indicate a wide variation on the acquisition policies and practices of the five SUC Libraries. Some schools prefer more copies per title instead of preferring for more titles than volumes. One state university is below the prescribed standard as far as library holdings is concerned.

2. Majority of the library staff in the five SUC libraries are professional librarians.

3. The SUC libraries meet the DECS requirements for library facilities and equipment, however, these are of different sizes, styles and comfort.

4. Library services which include library hours, shelving systems, classification and care of library materials, and circulation of these materials are considered just sufficient by both faculty and students.

5. Majority if the faculty and students in the SUCs use the library for at least three times a week and they stay in the library for at least one hour to read the latest newspaper and secondarily to do research work.

Comparison of the SUCs Libraries

1.There are significant differences among the five SUC libraries as regards library holdings. Moreover, acquisition of library materials is not a top priority among these state schools in the region.

2. Physical facilities, classification and care of library resources, and use of the library likewise vary significantly among the SUC libraries.

Problems Encountered in the Various Library Aspects.

1. Inadequacy of library holdings is considered to be the most pressing problems encountered by both faculty and students in the five SUCs in the Region.

2. SUC libraries are noisy and crowded during library hours.

3. Locating library materials is difficult and it takes too long to get needed materials. Library arrangement, including classification, is confusing in majority of this schools.

Conclusions

1. Inspite of the SUC having Agriculture, Education and Industrial Education program, holdings are strongly inclined to Agriculture.

2. The library staff are continuously upgrading themselves in terms of educational attainment and professional growth to better equip them and qualify themselves for more efficient service.

3. The five SUCs libraries do not fall below the DEC's standard requirements as far as facilities are concerned.

4. All the SUC libraries in the Region provide almost the same number of hours of service and that they do not widely vary as to classification and care of library materials are taken into account.

5. The dominant problem encountered by the students and the faculty member is the inadequacy of the following resources: general reference books, professional books in their field of specialization, and professional periodicals.

6. In general, there are SUC in the region that do not come up with the prescribed standards on some aspects of librarianship like holdings.

7. Variations exest to a large extent among the SUC libraries in Region 02 in terms of holdings, staff, facilities and services.

Recommendations

A. National Education Policy Marks

1.A special law or Budget Circular should be created specifically separating or allotting funds for library purchases.
2.A nationwide information dissemination on the importance of books for library purchases.

B. Administrators
1.The administrators should give predominal attention to collection of books to upgraded the present state of their own libraries, rather than just physical facilities. This should be on a continuing regular basis.

2.Priority should be given to purchase of books and other expenditures for library resources to ensure quality service.

C. Faculty
1.Intensive and extensive use of library and its resources should be done by the faculty so that the students will be encourage to do the same.

2.Faculty members should be encourage to have their own personal books so that the students can fully avail of the books available in the library.

D.Librarians
1.Library staff should be given the chance to pursue professional growth and be encouraged to take up further studies especially in the fields of library science.

E. For the Further Studies.

1. Values education in the library use for students in the tertiary level
2. Performance Evaluation of library staff.

Performance Evaluation Method for Librarians in Selected Colleges and University Libraries in Metro Manila: A Survey

Researcher: HILARIA A. ELVERIO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Philippines

Subject Area: Performance Evaluation-Academic Libraries-Metro Manila

Year of Graduation: 1990

Library Collection and Services for College Students of Colegio del Sagrado de Jesus in Iloilo City : A Proposed Action Plan for Development

Researcher: NIDA TUANTE GOMEZ

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1989

A Survey of Information Needs and Reading Habits and Interests of the Residents of Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya: Implications for Information/Lib. Services

Researcher: NIMFA V. TACLIBON

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Barangay Reading Centers - Nueva Vizcaya

Year of Graduation: 1988

Introduction
It is generally accepted nowadays that information is vital to all kinds of development. Information is essential to individual advancement as well as for national growth. The need for information is felt at all levels of society regardless of an individual's location, social status or educational attainment.

Statement of the Problem
A study was conducted in five barangays in Bambang, Nueva Viscaya to determine the information needs, occupational pattern, reading habits and interests, subject matter and preferences and perceptions of the residents of the plan to put up a reading/ information center in the locality.

Methodology
A 17-item interview schedule was used with 550 respondents consisting of 182 fathers, 184 mothers and 184 children of school-age. The house-hold samples were chosen at random. Each house-holds was compose of a father, mother and a child who is either elementary grade, high school, or college.

Findings
Most of the father respondents (37.36%) were engaged in rice farming followed by skilled workers (21.43%) with remaining 41.21 percent engaged in other jobs. The mother respondents, however, were mostly unemployed (40.22%) or engaged in teaching (22.83%) and business (21.2%). The respondents a fairly high educational attainment; 14091 percent completed elementary, 48.36 percent finished high school and 15.09 percent some college education while 20.18 percent were college graduates.

The leisure activities indicated by the respondents were reading, listening to the radio an d viewing TV, in that order. Reading was an important leisure activity for the parents respondents and children in the surveyed area. Frequency of reading was high, either daily or at list twice during the week. The father and mother respondents had similar subject matter preferences in many respects (including family life, family finance, health and hygiene). Among the children respondents, materials on school subjects were ranked highest.

Conclusions
In general, the respondents relied more on print media such as newspapers, magazines and pamphlets as sources of information rather than on interpersonal communication with local government officials, barangay leaders and technicians. They bought or borrowed most of their reading materials.

The respondents have very positive attitude toward the establishment of information/reading center and anticipate using one frequently as a source of reading materials.

Recommendations
It is recommended that the municipal government of Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya establish a public reading/ information center of the municipality with assistance from the Public Library System of the National Library. There is a need to make accessible print materials in the local languages consistent that inclusion of audio visual resources is also further recommended.

An Annotated Bibliography of Local Publications on Philippine Theater 1971-1986

Researcher: FE RIVERA TORIO

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1988

The Library Science Collections in Mindanao Schools and their Implications for Library Science Education

Researcher: JENNY C. LAGLAGARON

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Science-Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1988

An Assessment of the Library System of the Inter-Institutional Consortium of Five Institutions of Higher Learning in Manila

Researcher: Evelyn A. Natividad

Course: Doctor of Education

School: Philippine Normal College

Subject Area: Consortium

Year of Graduation: 1988

The CEU Archives: Status, Problems and Plans for Development

Researcher: MERCEDES S. MAGBUTAY

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Archives

Year of Graduation: 1988

A Comparative Study of the Resources, Services and Clientele of Selected Education Libraries in Metro Manila...

Title: A Comparative Study of the Resources, Services and Clientele of Selected Education Libraries in Metro Manila with Implication for the Establishment of a Rational Education Information Network

Researcher: AWADIA SALIH MOHAMED

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Information Network

Year of Graduation: 1987

A Survey of Academic Libraries in Cities of Region V with Implications for Resource Sharing

Researcher: NEHEMIAS G. PASAMBA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Resource Sharing

Year of Graduation: 1987

An Annotated bibliography of thesis and dissertations submitted to the Department of Education, Culture and Sports and the Bureau of Higher Educ...

An Annotated bibliography of thesis and dissertations submitted to the Department of Education, Culture and Sports and the Bureau of Higher Education available at the Philippine Normal College covering in 1970-1973 ; 1983 1986

Researcher: LINDA M. TAYONA

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1987

An Index Philippine Short Stories in English Published in Various Periodicals Between 1949 to 1985 Found in The National Library

Researcher: BELEN JAMORA RAMOS

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Short Stories-Indexes

Year of Graduation: 1987

The Thomas Jefferson Cultural Center: Its Library Services as Viewed by Members, Its Problems, and Solutions

Researcher: PEDRO MANSUETO A. ESTEMBER

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Services - Manila

Year of Graduation: March 1987

Introduction

If libraries are to be essential elements in community efforts to satisfy everyone's need to know, they must be planned with easy access, convenience and flexibility. However, the planning program must follow a pattern of expectation of change related to shifting community needs. It must also be noted that the necessity for change in priorities, scope and operation of programs is often signaled by needed changes in facilities (Lushington and Mills, 1980)

Statement of the Problem

This study attempts to evaluate the Thomas Jefferson Cultural Center Library (TJCC) services within the period from 1980 to June, 1986 as viewed by users with respect with their needs and interest. Its principal goal is to have a descriptive assessment of the Library's objectives and services from the point of view of the users or members. Thus, the result will provide the Thomas Jefferson Cultural Center staff greater insight on the problems encountered by the users in using library services so that they can effectively assist them in the future.

Methodology

Using a questionnaire as primary source of data collecting, this research reveals that the library has been able to comply favorably with its objectives to its clientèle and has, likewise, been successful in informing its clientèle about its services.

Findings/Conclusions

The general conclusion of this study is somehow an obvious finding : the library has been able to communicate its objectives to its clientele and has been likewise, successful in informing then of its services. The felt problems of the users have surfaced, with the more grievous ones ( as considered by the respondents per the frequency of citation ) well focused so that the recommendatory portion of this study can delineate them.

Barely 6% of the respondent considered “not important” in the areas of concerns related to their occupation or schooling (see Table 1). Indeed, three fourths of them marked the library services as either “very important” or important to them. As a sort of referendum to the “ popularity of TJCC service, as of data, the survey can be considered as qualified high endorsement.

Recommendations

The first recommendation resolves around the need for continuous assessment of service acceptance. That is to say, that at a certain frequency, a survey such as the one implemented in this study ought to be undertaken to update management on the users' perception of library's objectives as well as its rules and procedures in the use of facilities and services.

One accurate finding of the study can be gleaned from the general tenor of the answers on the alleged insufficiency of materials on “other countries aside from the USA” and even on “local or Philippine informational materials” show the need for re-orientation (or reorientation for new users) on the rationale of the TJCC's existence, that is, as a special library of the United States government. We recommend, therefore, a scheduled information drive to clarify this and related matters.

Thirdly, while the respondents commended the staff generally, some remarks showed the existence of disturbing negative public relations features both in the actuations of library personnel and in a few procedural matters grating the sensitivities of users. In service training of the TJCC should lay a bit more emphasis on clientele-librarian relationship. This especially called for in the Philippines with her Asian or Oriental culture which serves a very strong value on SIR or smooth-interpersonal-relationship as a quality sought after from those engage in public services. The TJCC is, of course, a public service, albeit of the USA, in friendly country.

The Library Resources and Usage Patterns of Government-Managed Agricultural Colleges and Universities in Region I

Researcher: NORA J. CLARAVALL

Course: Doctor of Education

School: University of Baguio, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Region 1

Year of Graduation: May 1986

Introduction

It is often accepted that the best colleges/universities have the best libraries. Consequently, unless a college or university library continues to maintain its library resources in response to the present academic and research needs as well as in anticipation of future needs, such library ceases to be effective in performing its functions in the academic community.

The Problem

This research work aim to describe the libraries of agricultural colleges and universities in Region I in terms of their library resources and usage patterns; to compare the existing resources with those set in the Criteria for Minimum Standards for Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Program by the Technical Panel of Agricultural Education (TPAE) of the Ministry of Education, Culture and Sports; and finally, to determine the relationships between the usage patterns and certain variables i.e. Age, sex, civil status, residence, course load, educational background and academic performance.

The following hypotheses were formulated and tested: (1) The government-managed agricultural colleges and universities in Region I do not significantly vary in their present conditions of library resources and usage patterns: (2) There are no significant differences in the existing library resources in government-managed agricultural colleges and universities in Region I and the Criteria set by the TPAE Library Standards: (3) There is no significant relationship between the usage patterns and the following variables like age, sex, civil status, course load, educational background and academic performance.

The study was limited to assessing the resource-capabilities of government-managed agricultural colleges and universities in Region I with emphasis on the BSA Program. Likewise, in assessing the usage pattern, there were respondents involved distributed as follows: students enrolled during the first semester of school year 1985-1986 and faculty members of the government-managed agricultural colleges and universities in Region I.

Methodology

The study used the descriptive statistical tools of frequency counts and percentages to describe the data and to answer the specific problems. The extent to which the different items under the library resources were available in each school were determined by actual data gathered. The analysis of such data involved the use of the t-test.

To determine the degree of relationship between the usage patterns and selected variables of faculty and students, the point biserial (rpb) was used. The t-test in relation to the correlation coefficient was used to test the significance of rpb. Where there were only four (4) elements in a contingency table, the phi (Ø) coefficient and its Z-transformation were used to determine the degree and significance of relationship.

For the interpretation of the results of the tests of hypotheses for their acceptance or rejection, the five percent probability level was the point of reference.

Findings

The present conditions of the government-managed agricultural colleges and universities in Region I vary considerably in the different aspects of library operations, i.e. sufficiency of library resources, facilities and equipment, services, and personnel.

After a comprehensive consideration of the results specifically in relation to the TPAE Library Standards, a considerable number of government-managed agricultural libraries in Region I are below standards in the following areas: Books on Fundamental Agriculture and Journal Titles on the Major Fields of Agriculture.

On the relationship between usage pattern and certain variables. i.e. age, sex, residence, civil status, course lead, educational background and academic performance, for faculty respondents, only age and academic performance have significant relationship with the usage patterns, while for the student respondents, the variables an age, cause lead the academic performance have significant relationship with the usage patterns.

Recommendations

The variations on the present conditions of the agricultural libraries in Region I maybe improved with the following suggestions: (1) Careful consideration should be provide for the provision of sufficient, realistic, and workable budget for the library especially the allotments for books and periodicals. (2) The library plays a central role in the institutions' educational background; hence, to allow the library to fulfill this role, the librarians should be free of other added responsibilities in the institutions. Likewise, they should be given academic or faculty status without loads to enhance their role in the instructional process an the academic community; (3) In order to meet the minimum TPAE Requirements, it is recommended that the national government services its governmental rules and auditing procedures on the procurement of books and periodicals. Unless this is done, the problem on inadequacy of books and periodicals are specifically on the major fields of agriculture will never be solved. On the part of the TPAE Technical Staff, it is further recommended that they should provide assistance on how to acquire the needed book titles per major field specially in the BSA program.

Finally, on the relationship of usage patterns, it is recommended that the efforts of administrators, faculty and library staff be directed toward a various effort to lessen the gap between the actual and the potential contribution of the instructional program which they can begin by examining the total program of course offerings and trying to determine roughly what kind of library contribution is appropriate at each level for each subject

Philippine Libraries and Librarianship: An Analysis of Citations

Researcher: LOURDES TENMATAY DAVID

Course: Doctor of Philosophy

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Libraries-Philippines

Year of Graduation: 1985

A Proposed Orientation-Instruction Program for the Students of Philippine Union College based on Assessed Needs

Researcher: EDITHA S. TORTAL

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Readers Education

Year of Graduation: 1985

Resources, Services and Facilities of Private Academic Libraries in Cabanatuan City

Researcher: CLARITA A. CAPUYON

Course: Master of Arts in Education major in Library Science

School: Philippine Women's University, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries - Cabanatuan City

Year of Graduation: 1985

Students' Perceptions of the Resources and Services of the Centro Escolar University Library

Researcher: TERESITA G. HERNANDEZ

Course: Master of Public Administration

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1985

An Evaluative Study of the Municipal Library of Baybay, Leyte: Proposals for Improvement

Researcher: SR. M. MYRA SERATUBIAS

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Municipal Libraries-Leyte

Year of Graduation: 1984

Reference Efficiency and its Relationship to Selected Variables in Private Academic Libraries in Cebu City

Researcher: VICTORIA RENDON SANTOS

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Reference Services

Year of Graduation: 1984

An Assessment of the Competency in the Library Use of College Students of SMC: A Basis for a Purpose Library Instruction Program

Researcher: LYDIA J. DEL ROSARIO

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Instruction Program

Year of Graduation: 1984

A Survey of the Professional Status and Possible Training Needs of Private School Librarians in Region IV: Proposals for Training Programs.

Researcher: ILUMINADA WAGAS YAP

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Librarians-Training

Year of Graduation: 1984

An Assessment of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines Collegiate Library System

Researcher: MONA LISA P. LEGUIAB

Course: Master of Arts in Education major in Library Science

School: University of the East, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Evaluation

Year of Graduation: 1984

Seventy-Seven (77) Years of Philippine Education and Library Science: A Bibliographic Guide

Researcher: ELNORA L. CONTI

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College, Manila

Subject Area: Library Science-Philippines

Year of Graduation: 1984

A Proposed Design for an Interlibrary Loan Cooperation Program Among Three Selected Notre Dame Academic Libraries in the Cotabato Provinces

Researcher: FE AGUELO GODINEZ

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Interlibrary Loan

Year of Graduation: 1983

A Study of Library Personnel in the Private Academic Libraries in Baguio City

Researcher: THELMA MANUEL SAGSAGO

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Baguio City

Year of Graduation: 1983

The Asia Foundation–Fund for Assistance to Private Education-Library Assistance Program (TAF-FAPE-LAP): An Evaluative Survey

Researcher: SHIRLEY L. NAVA

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College

Subject Area: Archivists

Year of Graduation: 1983

Socio-Religious Studies in the Philippines: An Annotated Bibliography of Theses and Dissertations Submitted to Philippine Colleges and Universities...

Socio-Religious Studies in the Philippines: An Annotated Bibliography of Thesis and Dissertations Submitted to Philippine Colleges and Universities, 1934-1981

Researcher: CAROLINA P. MIJILLANO

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1982

Academic Libraries in Region 02: Implication to the Tentative Library Standards For Private Higher Education (PHE)

Researcher: ENRIQUE T. CAYABAN

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries - Cagayan Valley

Year of Graduation: 1982

The Professional-Managerial Role and Problems of Libraries in College and University Libraries in Bukidnon

Researcher: ELIZABETH SANTOS RUIZ

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Bukidnon

Year of Graduation: 1982

Colegio De San Jose Recoletos: An Analysis of their Resources, Facilities and Services and Proposal of a Five Year Development Plan 1981-1986

Researcher: RUSTICA S. BONGCAYAO

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries - Development Plan

Year of Graduation: 1982

Library Skills Package for Grade Six: Preparation and Evaluation

Researcher: WILHELMINA DOMINGO GATMAITAN

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College, Manila

Subject Area: Library Skills

Year of Graduation: 1982

A Decade of Performance on Book Collection Development...

Title: A Decade of Performance on Book Collection Development: An Appraisal as a Basis for a Proposed 10 Year (1982-1991) Book Collection Development for the Philippine Normal College

Researcher: MIGUEL M. COBARIA

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College, Manila

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1982

The Organization and Administration of Libraries of Government Institutions of Higher Learning in the Bicol Region, 1979-1980

Researcher: ARACELI SALLE ANTE

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College

Subject Area: Public Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1982

Aklatang Barangay: A Self-help Project

Researcher: MARIA A. ORENDAIN

Course: Master of Arts in Education major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College, Philippines

Subject Area: Barangay Reading Centers

Year of Graduation: March 1982

Introduction

Libraries are the wellspring of knowledge. They are as important as the classroom in terms of learning. Hence, they are always a part of the school.

Statement of the Problem

This project was designed to set up an Aklatang Barangay in Barangay 338, District II, Sta. Cruz, Manila. It made use of the community specifically on recreation were identified. Major steps undertaken were project planning, development, implementation and evaluation.

Methodology

Based from the pre-survey conducted in the planning stage involving 283 of the 377 households, there was a felt need of setting up an Aklatang Barangay in the community. The people's low economic status which primarily caused their inability to acquire or provide their families with recreational materials. The second survey proved further that an Aklatang Barangay could be set up through self-help as indicated by the responses of 448 children and youths who were respondents.

Findings

The Aklatang Barangay was housed in Barangay Center. Its initial collection included 35 books, 55 magazines and 5 sports materials. Some concerned barangay members regularly supplied the library with newspapers and magazines. After five months of operation the Aklatang Barangay was able to acquire a total number of 152 books, 191 magazines and 19 sports materials.

An evaluation was made not only to determine the attitude of people toward the library but also assess the impact of the project in the community. There were 120 users who have already availed of its services. Result of the evaluation proved that the Aklatang Barangay was worthy of the people and its continued service was highly endorsed.

Recommendations

Recommendations include the transfer of total responsibility to the barangay, planning a long range program for the expansion of the Aklatang Barangay, providing remuneration to volunteer staff, and coming up with a manual for the Aklatang Barangay. These recommendations were in line with the projected increase of library users.

Fishery School Libraries in Southern Tagalong Region: A Survey with Recommendations

Researcher: ROSALIA F. SORIANO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: School Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1981

Abstracts of Philippine Researches in Home Economics, 1923-1978

Researcher: GENEROSA T. DOMINGO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Abstracts

Year of Graduation: 1981

A Survey of Private Academic Libraries in Region I: Its Implications to the PHE Standards

Researcher: OLGA B. SENG

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Region 1

Year of Graduation: 1981

Research Trends in Library and Information Science in Philippine Universities

Researcher: D.T. REJI CHANDRA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library and Information Science-Research

Year of Graduation: 1981

Building Library Resources for the Graduate Program of the Asian Social Institute

Researcher: HERMINIA D. MOJICA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1981

Survey of Library Services to Exceptional Children

Researcher: NERISSA T. ARCIGA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1981

Evaluation of the Collection of the Institute of Social Work and Community Development Library, University of the Philippines

Researcher: ZENAIDA M. GALANG

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Collection Development-Evaluation

Year of Graduation: 1981

A Survey of Records management Practices in Selected Colleges and Universities in Quezon City and Manila

Researcher: YOLANDA C. GRANDA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Records Management

Year of Graduation: 1981

The Literature of Iglesia ni Cristo: An Annotated Bibliography, 1914-1980

Researcher: LUZ F. PLOPINO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1981

A Survey of Fisheries Library Resources in Selected Libraries in the Philippines

Researcher: ALTAGRACIA S. BALANE

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1981

Records Management Practices of international Organizations in the Philippines: A Survey

Researcher: EVELYN D. NOFUENTE

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Records Management

Year of Graduation: 1981

Philippine Medicinal Plants: An Annotated Bibliography

Researcher: LUVIMINDA B. BAUTISTA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1981

An Analysis of the Training Programs of the Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines from 1954-1979

Researcher: ASELA Z. GUNDAYA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Associations

Year of Graduation: 1981

An Annotated Bibliography of, by and about the Religious of the Virgin Mary, 1726-1978

Researcher: SR. MA. ROSARIO CARPESO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1981

Microform Program for Philippine University Libraries (A Suggested Model)

Researcher: TERESITA C. MORAN

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Microform

Year of Graduation: 1981

An Evaluative Study of the Resources, Facilities and Services of the University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos Libraries, with a Plan of Development f

Researcher: ARABELLA MAGBUTAY ANANORIA

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos

Subject Area: Library Assessment

Year of Graduation: 1981

The Adequacy of the Collections and Services of the Elementary and Secondary School Libraries in Malabon, Metro Manila

Researcher: SALVACION S. NAVARRO

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Philippine Women’s University, Manila

Subject Area: School Libraries-Malabon

Year of Graduation: 1981

Statement of the Problem
This study was undertaken to find out the adequacy of the 30 elementary and secondary school libraries both private and public in Malabon, Metro Manila, during the school year 1978-1979 with reference to the staff, budget, physical facilities with emphasis on collections, services and students’ use of the library.

Methodology
The researcher utilized the normative evaluative survey using the questionnaire, interview and documentary analysis.

Findings
1. The library collections of the public elementary and secondary schools as to books, periodicals, vertical file and audiovisual for students and teachers were deficient. The private elementary and secondary school libraries were inadequate in some fields of its book collection like Filipiniana, supplementary readers and audiovisual materials. Books and magazines for teachers were lacking;
2. Library services needed by students and teachers were not properly rendered by the public school librarians both elementary and school and in some private schools;
3. Elementary school librarians are Education graduates, given teaching loads and work on part-time basis in the library. The secondary school librarians are B.S.E. graduates with major in Library Science and worked on full time basis although some are assigned to do part time teaching;
4. Budgets of the elementary and secondary school libraries were inadequate for library needs;
5. Libraries of elementary and secondary schools both private and public lacked the necessary rooms, furniture, equipment and supplies;
6. Private elementary pupils used the library for their research and recreational needs while the public elementary pupils did not. Majority of the students of both the private and public school sometimes went to the library and made use of their resources.

Conclusions
1. Library collections of the public elementary and secondary schools for the students and teachers were inadequate. Private elementary and secondary schools were insufficient in some areas of their library collection;
2. Library services rendered by the school librarians were inadequate in most libraries;
3. Elementary school librarians worked as teachers and assigned as part-time librarians. The secondary school librarians worked full time in the library and some with occasional part-time teaching;
4. The main problem of school libraries is lack of funds for library development.
5. School libraries were not provided with the standard facilities;
6. Private elementary pupils sometimes used the library and its resources while the public elementary pupils did not. Most of the secondary students sometimes made use of the libraries’ collections.

Recommendations
1. Library collections for students and teachers should be increased and up-dated yearly;
2. School librarians should render adequate library service to students and teachers.
3. Librarians assigned work in school libraries should have the necessary educational qualification, training and experience;
4. School libraries should be allotted with sufficient funds for its development;
5. School libraries should be provided with the necessary facilities;
6. Teachers and librarians should encourage students to make use of the library resources.

The Relationship of the Academic Performance of Students in the Philippine Christian University and Their Use of and Attitudes Towards the Library Ser

Researcher: NAOMI A. SANTILLAN

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Philippine Women’s University, Manila

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1981

Statement of the Problem
The study sought to determine the correlation between the academic performance of the students of Philippine Christian University (PCU) and their use of and attitudes towards the library services for school year 1980-1981.

Methodology
The researcher used the descriptive survey method to determine the relationship of the academic performance of students in the PCU and their use of and attitudes towards the library services. The subjects of the study were the university students representing the different departments of PCU in the main campus on Taft Avenue, Manila, for the school year 1980-1981.

Findings
The academic performance of students in the PCU were classified into levels of superior, above average, below average, and poor. Majority of the students belong to the average and below average levels. In general, the students are average.

In general, most of the respondents of all levels of performance never use the library, only 10-20 percent use it once, twice, or three time a week. They also used the following resources ranked in the order of frequency of use: Reference Services, Circulation and Reserved Book Services, and Personnel Services.

Irrespective of levels of academic performance and curricular year levels, majority of the respondents had “uncertain” attitudes toward their instructors and librarians, while majority of the respondents had positive attitudes towards some physical aspects of the library.

A large percentage of the respondents have “uncertain” attitudes toward their own skills and knowledge of the use of the library resources.

All respondents agreed that the library is the center of teaching and learning and that the students’ use of the library resources has a direct relationship to their academic performance.

A high relationship exists between academic performance and the use of the library resources among superior, above average, average, and poor or failing students.

There is no relationship between academic performance and the use of the library resources for below average students who were mostly working students. There is no relationship between the encouragement and assistance given by the professor and librarian and the use of the library services.

Recommendations
The college curriculum should be expanded and enriched so that it includes subjects which lead to the development of library consciousness among students. A 1-unit introductory course on the use of the library resources should be required for all new and first year students, regardless of courses taken.

The library should have qualified personnel.

A follow–up study of the faculty’s use of the library resources should also be made.

The administrators and department heads of the University should disseminate to the teachers and librarians as well, the results of this study to make them aware of the present situation regarding the skills of students towards the use of the library services. Subsequently, students should be motivated to cooperate for improvement of these library skills.

Preferences in the Traditions of Library Terms into Pilipino: An Analysis

Researcher: RUBEN P. MARASIGAN

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal College, Manila

Subject Area: Library Science-Dictionaries

Year of Graduation: 1981

A Study of Centralization of Library and Information Services at the Philippine Sugar Commission

Researcher: PRESCY S. DAVID

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1980

A Study of the Information Needs and Uses of the Research Staff of the Forest Products Research and Industries Development Commission (FORPRIDECOM)

Researcher: FELICISIMA M. PANGGA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Information Needs

Year of Graduation: 1980

Information Needs and Patterns of Information and Library Use of College, Faculty, and College Senior Students of VISCA: A Survey ...

Information Needs and Patterns of Information and Library Use of College, Faculty, and College Senior Students of VISCA: A Survey with Implications for Collection Development

Researcher: REBECCA B. NAPIERE

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1980

Proclamation 1081 and After: Presidential Thinking of Ferdinand E, Marcos as Reflected in his Published Works (Bibliography and Research Guide)

Researcher: EVA G. BETITA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1980

The Philippine Independence Movement, 1021-1946: An Annotated Bibliography of Documents Found in the United States Congressional Record and in Other S

Title: The Philippine Independence Movement, 1021-1946: An Annotated Bibliography of Documents Found in the United States Congressional Record and in Other Sources (66th Cong., 3rd Session-79th Cong., 2nd Session)

Researcher: THERESA B. CRUZ

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1980

Rosendo M. Mejica: A Bio-Bibliography

Researcher: TERESITA R. LEDESMA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bio-Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1980

Development of an SDI Service for Agricultural Scientists in the PCARR Network

Researcher: LILIA S. GALANG

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1980

A Study of Faculty-Librarian Relationships in Selected Private Colleges and Universities in Greater Manila Area

Researcher: NANCY D. FLORES

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Public Relations

Year of Graduation: 1980

Legislative Acts, Presidential Issuances and Rulings Pertaining to the University of the Philippines: An Annotated Bibliography

Researcher: RESURRECCION N. FERRER

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1980

U.P. Students’ Perception of Academic Library Staff

Researcher: LOURDES D. DEPITA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Human Resources

Year of Graduation: 1980

Thesaurus on Rice

Researcher: LIANNIE K. DAYWIN

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Thesauri

Year of Graduation: 1980

A Proposed Library Program Supporting the Developmental Reading of the Esteban Abada High School

Researcher: CELIA C. MATA

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Reading, Library Programs

Year of Graduation: 1980

The Maritime School Libraries in Metro Manila: A Survey with Recommendations

Researcher: LUISA A. DALMACIO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: School Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1980

The Makinaugalingon: An Index to Iloilo’s Historical Past in Relation to National and World Events

Researcher: ROSALINDA P. PIAMONTE

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Indexes

Year of Graduation: 1980

The University of the Philippines Library as Reflected in Three Publications – The Philippine Collegian, the U.P. Newsletter and the Carillon...

Title: The University of the Philippines Library as Reflected in Three Publications – The Philippine Collegian, the U.P. Newsletter and the Carillon: A Content Analysis

Researcher: TERESITA-JACINTA B. REYES

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: University of the Philippines Library

Year of Graduation: 1980

An Index to the Philippine Journal of Education, 1918-1953

Researcher: FE A. TARO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Indexes

Year of Graduation: 1980

Philippine Book of Days: A Calendar of Holidays, Anniversaries and Festivals

Researcher: MINERVA E. SANTOS

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Information Sources

Year of Graduation: 1980

A Survey of Resources, Facilities and Services of Private School Libraries in Cebu City

Researcher: CATALINA Y. DILUVIO

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: School Libraries-Cebu City

Year of Graduation: 1980

Practices and Problems of Saint Louis University Students in the Use of the Library

Mendoza, Marivic L. (1980). Practices and Problems of Saint Louis University Students in the Use of the Library. Unpublished Master’s Thesis. Saint Louis University, Baguio City.

Introduction

The library under girds the instructional program in the college. It is an important tool in improving college instruction. It cannot be separated from the professors or the curriculum. While the faculty stimulates intellectual curiosity and critical thinking, the library through its resources, can provide the intellectual sustenance which can be found only in books and other forms of literature

The Problem

The study aimed to determine the status of the library practices of undergraduate students in Saint Louis University during the first semester of the school year 1978-1979. More specifically, it seeks to answer the following questions:

1) What are the purposes of students in using the libraries? Are there differences in these purposes according to their sex, colleges to which they belong, academic year and level of academic achievement?

2) According to these same variables, how do the students differ in the following library practices: a) locating the materials which may provide the information they need; b) determining what facts and which generalizations are important and should be remembered from the materials they collected; and c) utilizing the materials which they read in areas where these are deemed needed for school or community use.

3) Do the variables sex, college academic year and level of academic achievement affect the acceptability or unacceptability of the students’ library practices?

4) What are the difficulties of students in the use of the library?

Methodology

In determining the sample, the researcher used the formula of Mildred B. Parten for each college population. The researcher made an open-ended survey on library practices and problems to help her structure her questionnaire items, after which, a pre-test had been administered to validate her questionnaire. After an item analysis on the questionnaire items, the final questions were framed to fit the purposes for which the research was intended.

Discussion

The variable sex is not an operant variable on the purposes of students on the use of the library but the variables, college, academic year and level of academic achievement appear to influence students’ library purposes.

A great number of students use the library only when required. This is a sad fact because it means that very few use the library for their personal growth which is in consonance with the finding that the smallest number and percentage of students go to the library for personal development. This may be due to lack of information on the value and use of the library facilities.

The variables such as sex, college, academic year and level of achievement are not significant determinants of the students’ library practices: a) in determining what facts and which generalizations are important and should be remembered from the materials they collected; c) in utilizing the materials which they read in areas which are deemed needed for school and community use.

Findings on hypothesis three showed that sex does not affect the quality of students’ library practices. However, the variables college, academic year and level of academic achievement account for the difference in the quality of students’ library practices.

Difficulties of students in the use of the library range from locating to utilizing information which are: a) the use of the indexes to periodical literature; b) use of the card catalo; c) use of the textbooks’ learning aids; d) use of the encyclopedia; e) use of the dictionary; f) determining the important points from what is read; and g) relying the important information read.

An Evaluation of the Current Bibliographic Awareness of the Population Center Foundation

Researcher: FE PERALTA SEGUNDO

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Philippine Women’s University

Subject Area: Current Awareness Services

Year of Graduation: 1980

Statement of the Problem

This study seek to evaluate the adequacy of the current awareness program of the Population Center Foundation Library (PCFL) through SDI approach as based on the objectives, functions and projects of the Population Center Foundation.

Methodology

The method of research used was descriptive evaluative with questionnaires as the data processing and statistical instrument for evaluation.

Findings

The highly trained PCFL ranked their standard library services “very adequate.” They did the same on the first three current specific awareness services, namely: distribution of list of new publications, routing of new periodicals received and distribution of content pages. They also believed that the rest of their specific current awareness services as well as the SDI services offered are all rated “adequate.”

Conclusions

Although the PCFL staff understandably considers the extent of the current awareness services of the PCFL adequate, the user’s “barely adequate” rating indicates some inadequacies which may be attributed to unequal emphasis on individual processes.

Reader notification/routing and content pages received a “fairly adequate” rating to prove that the institution has not put up a complete dossier of user personal profiles.

Special newsletter columns also received a “fairly adequate” profile presumably due to little attention accorded in this area.

The Working collection of the PCFL reflects considerable inadequacy in supporting the current awareness program and the SDI services.

The adequacy of the information dissemination program of the PCFL varies in the degree between the staff perception and the user perception.

The PCFL continues to cater a distinct clientele composed mainly of a policy making level group, an implementing level group, researchers of population related disciplines, students and others in order of their importance.

Recommendations

The Population Information center and Library needs an immediate re-assessment of its program of information gathering, processing transformation and dissemination in the light of the growing urgency of meeting the population problem.

To render the current awareness services of the PCFL adequate in all aspects, consideration must be made of the different neglected processes.

a) Staff expertise on the current awareness processes has to be up-dated.

b) Experimentation on the extent of use, needs of the different processes it recommended.

c) User-profiles on interests and needs require periodical chech-up

Library holdings have to be expanded two ways:

a) subject area coverage

b) volume count

The improvement of the overall dissemination program of the PCFL starts with perfecting the facilities for SDI.

The expansion of the SDI services should include users of other instruments. This would require the extension of the interview-questionnaire method to occasional users to provide the center with the necessary “user” profile to be kept for alerting services.

Thesaurus on Abaca: Its Construction with the Application of the Unesco Guidelines for the Establishment and Development of Monolingual Thesauri

Researcher: ALICIA H. RILLO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Thesauri

Year of Graduation: 1979

An Annotated Bibliography of MBA/MBM Theses Submitted to Selected Colleges and Universities in Metro Manila

Researcher: EMILIANA M. MAÑAGO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Theses-Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1979

Arzobispado de Manila Archives: A Preliminary Guide

Researcher: VIRGINIA P. LIBANG

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Archives

Year of Graduation: 1979

Paksang Pamuhatan sa Pilipino

Researcher: ERLINDA B. LACSON

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Year of Graduation: 1979

Abella Collection: A Checklist with a Subject Index

Researcher: LOLITA P. HERNANDEZ

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Bibliography

Year of Graduation: 1979

ISIS: Application for Computerized Storage and Retrieval of the Presidential Issuances, 1972-1977, at the Technology Resource Center

Researcher: ALICE N. CO

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Library Automation

Year of Graduation: 1979

Audio-visual Materials and Services at the University of the Philippines

Researcher: MARINELLA B. CAY

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Audiovisual Materials

Year of Graduation: 1979

A Survey of the Libraries of the Palaris College in Pangasinan

Researcher: URDUJA S. BAUN

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Quezon City

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Pangasinan

Year of Graduation: 1979