Library Skills of Grade Four Students in the University of St. La Salle-Integrated School: Basis for a Proposed Library Instruction Program

Researcher: NATTY L. GIMONY

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Instruction

Year of Graduation: 1993

Library Usage of Undergraduate College Students in Xavier University: Proposed Customer-Oriented Library Service

Researcher: ROMAN V. ELLOVIDO

Course: Master of Science in Library Science

School: University of San Carlos, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1999

Annotated Bibliography an Language Testing

Researcher: FLORHAIDA V. PAMATMAT

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal University

Subject Area: Bibliographies

Year of Graduation: 1999

Current Foreign Books in the PNU Undergraduate Library: A Bibliographic and Collection Development

Researcher: ROSALINDA T. SANTOS

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal University

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1999

Library Instructional Modules for Secondary Schools

Researcher: ROSARIO A. VILLAMATER

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal University

Subject Area: Library Instruction

Year of Graduation: 1999

Proposed Cataloging Manual for the De La Salle University Library in Dasmarinas, Cavite

Researcher: ARLENE R. MANZO

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Cataloging

Year of Graduation: 1999

A Proposed Technical Services Manual for Seventh Day Adventist Academic Libraries in the Philippines

Researcher: MILA HIDALGO SALES

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Technical Services

Year of Graduation: 1999

Factors Perceived to Contribute to the Success of Some Selected School Libraries

Researcher: GLICERIA C. SISON

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Philippines

Subject Area: School Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1998

The Effectiveness of the Library Services of Saint Paul College Quezon City: An Analysis

Researcher: MARIETTA CASTILLO MACABEO

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: , Philippines

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1998

The Organization and Services Offered by Selected Medical School Libraries in Metro Manila

Researcher: ROSALITA R. ADOVISO

Degree: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Medical Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1998

The Library Services of the University of Santo Tomas : An Analysis

Researcher:EDNA J. RECANA

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1998

Development of a Proposed Procedural Manual on Acquisition, Organization, Use and Maintenance of Nonbook Materials in the Mapua Institute of Tech Lib.

Researcher: MARIBETH D. IBAY

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Technical Services

Year of Graduation: 1998

Assessment of Eulogio R. Dizon College of Nueva Ecija Library

Researcher: FELINO D. CATABONA, JR.

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Assessment

Year of Graduation: 1998

Proposed Five Year Development Plan for Don Jose Ecleo Memorial Foundation (DJEMF) Library

Researcher: BEATRIZ C. DIVINAGRACIA

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Development Plan

Year of Graduation: 1998

A Survey of Job Dimensions and Professional Requirements of Academic Librarians in State Colleges and Universities

Researcher: NARCISO B. RECALDE

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Librarians-Job Requirements

Year of Graduation: 1997

Effects on Non-professional Staff of the Implementation of Computer-Based Library Systems in College Libraries: A CASE STUDY

Researcher: EDILBERTO P. OLID

Course: Master of Library Science

School: University of the Philippines, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Automation-Academic Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1997

A Proposed Ideal Provincial Public Library in the Province of Laguna

Researcher: LOURDES V. SORIANO

Course: Master of Arts in Education Major in Library Science

School: Philippine Normal University

Subject Area: Public Libraries

Year of Graduation: 1997

Resource and Development Capabilities of Selected College and University Libraries in Angeles City : Basis for a Proposed Consortium

Researcher: TERESITA M. MANARANG

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: CONSORTIUM

Year of Graduation: 1997

A Five-Year Development Plan for the Adventist University of the Philippines Academy Library

Researcher: OFELIA R. PADILLA

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Manila

Subject Area: Academic Libraries-Development Plan

Year of Graduation: 1997

Research Problem

This study attempted to formulate a five-year development plan for the Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP) Academy Library in order to improve its current condition. The development plan covered the following aspects: a) staffing; b) financial support; c) holdings; d) selection, organization and maintenance of collections; and e) physical facilities and services. In addition, the development plan was based on the situational study of the AUP Academy Library and the perception of its users.

Methodology
The descriptive survey method was used in this study, and it involved 182 respondents, consisting of 160 students and 22 faculty members. There were two sets of survey questionnaire that were administered. The first set was intended to obtain the perceptions of the AUP Academy Library users while the second set was used to determine its present status. The gathered data were tabulated and fed into a computer for statistical analysis. The frequency distribution, mean and standard deviation were the statistical measures used in analyzing the data.

Findings and Conclusions
1. The library staff was adequate in number; however, the academic librarian required upgrading.
2. The financial support was not enough to support the library’s improvement and therefore other means should be explored.
3. The library holdings were adequate for the school population, but might need expansion if the school population would increase.
4. The selection of materials should be a cooperative activity among the librarian, the school head, and the faculty.
5. The physical facilities and services were adequate and satisfactory. Perceptions of the respondents about the AUP Academy Library corroborated the findings of the ACSS-AA. The library aspects of holdings, selections, organization and maintenance of collections, and physical facilities and services were perceived to be “good” and were described as moderately extensive and functioning well.
6. The current condition of the AUP Academy Library could be improved by implementing the Five-Year Development Plan.
7. The proposed Five-Year Development Plan for the AUP Academy Library should be implemented according to the timetable prescribed and actual results of the plan should be monitored and analyzed so that appropriate changes could be made making certain that the objectives would be attained.

A Proposed Media Center for Lawang Bato Elementary School in Valenzuela, Metro Manila

Researcher: ADORACION D. GUEVARRA

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Manila

Subject Area: Media Center

Year of Graduation: 1997

Research Problem
The study attempted to propose a media center for Lawang Bato Elementary School based on the survey made on the existing “media center facilities” of the school utilizing a researcher-made questionnaire.

Methodology
The study used descriptive normative survey method in gathering data using the questionnaire consisting of three parts, namely: Part – 1 – Administration; Part 2 – Operational Functions; and Part 3 – Organization. It was administered to 129 subjects composed of one (1) principal, thirty (30) teachers and ninety-eight (98) graduating high school students of Valenzuela Municipal High School, Lawang Bato Annex. The data gathered from the survey questionnaire were statistically processes for mean and standard deviation, tabulated, and interpreted.

Findings and Conclusions
1. The situational study of the existing media center facilities of Lawang Bato Elementary School revealed serious inadequacies.

2. Salient features of the proposed media center.

2.1. The Media Center and its Facilities. The media center should be centrally located in the school compound with the following facilities: office, conference room, planning and AV production room, repair room, equipment and storage room, preview room with provision for film/slide storage, projection area for students, audio and typing room, cart garage, independent study area and AV library.

2.2. Operational functions

2.2.1. Utilization of AV Materials. Provision should be made for a variety of AV materials to meet classroom needs in teacher study group, in faculty meetings, and in extension services of the school. Graduating elementary students should be trained in the operation of the media center.

2.2.2. Cataloging, Storing and Care of AV Materials and Equipment. Proper recording of AV materials and equipment should be done. Dewey Decimal Cataloging systems should be adopted to facilitate locating the material. There should be provisions for the proper care, repair of AV materials and equipment.

2.2.3. Production Training Activities. The media center should provide training: 1) in the collection of AV materials; 2) in the production and multiplication of AV materials; and 3) dissemination of AV methods and techniques.

2.2.4. In-Service Training Activities. Teachers’ participation in defining goals and problems, in formulating in-service education should be enlisted. Competent teachers should be trained to act as discussant and lecturer in seminars, workshops, demonstrations, and teacher study groups.

2.3. Organization

2.3.1. The Media Center Staff. The media center staff initially should be composed of a media director, clerk-librarian, and a technician. An audio-visual librarian and production man should be added later.

2.3.2. Selection and Procurement of Materials. A committee composed of a principal, media director and a teacher-representative should decide on the selection and procurement of audio-visual materials.

3. Vital policies should be implemented for the smooth and efficient operation of the media center.

3.1. Centralization of the services policy
3.2. Systematization of the services
3.3. Continuous evaluation of upgrading policy

The Library Services Offered by St. Paul College of Paranaque

Researcher: SR. LEONORA F. MATIAS

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Services

Year of Graduation: 1996

Towards an Integrated Library Information System for Saidi Formation Center

Researcher: ADELINA P. MUMPAR

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Library and Information Networks

Year of Graduation: 1996

An Assessment of the Sariaya Institute Library: Basis for a Library Development Plan

Researcher: AUREA G. ORIACEL

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Academic Libraries - Development Plan

Year of Graduation: 1996

Research Problem

The study tried to determine how well and adequate were the collection, the staff, the services and facilities of the library in carrying out its purpose in support of the needs of its users.

Procedure

The research personally distributed copies of the questionnaires to the student-respondents in each year level during their respective library hours. Retrieval rate of the accomplished questionnaires was 100 percent.

Treatment of Data

The answers to the questionnaires were tallied and tabulated and computations were presented through the use of tables of frequencies and percentages. The mean was also used to enable the researcher to compare the respondents' perceptions and opinions on the status of the collection, services, use and the facilities of the library.

Findings and Conclusions

1. The Sariaya Institute Library, although it had begun developing its collection, was generally inadequate with regard to the required minimum library standards for secondary schools. The staff and the general references, however, were found adequate.

2. The physical facilities are not adequate to accommodate the required number of students.

3. Maximum limit of two books on loan is not sufficient to meet the information needs of the users.

4. The Sariaya Institute Library Development Plan which was designed to guide the library's operation into more functional and useful high school library must be implemented. It aims update and developed its collection, staff, services, facilities and use to meet the needs of its clientele and enhance its capability ti support the curriculum of the school. It is imperative that the plan be adequately sourced and made operational.

An Evaluation of the Audio-Visual Media Program of the University of St. La Salle

Researcher: ANNABELLE A. CHAVEZ

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Manila

Subject Area: Media Center

Year of Graduation: 1996

Research Problem
Educators receive tremendous pressures from different quarters, brought about by the rapid changes in the educational trends, and the advancement of knowledge and technology. Traditional methods and techniques can no longer suffice. To satisfy the need for quality education, instruction incorporated with media and technology facilitates a more effective and experiential learning. It is in this respect that the school’s audio-visual media program should serve not merely to supply materials and resources for instruction, but should form an integral part of the teaching-learning process. There should be a direct involvement of media professionals with the teachers and students in carrying out such programs. The researcher believed that the audio-visual field is closest to technology and is therefore, in the best position to help integrate these mechanisms properly into the instructional process.

Methodology
The study made use of the descriptive normative survey to describe the status of the audio-visual media program of the University of St. La Salle and the evaluative checklist by W.R. Fulton as the main instrument and technique in gathering data.

The subjects of the study were 113 which included the college deans of the five colleges in the university, department heads and only full-time college faculty members for the second semester, 1995-1996.

Findings and Conclusions
1. The commitment of the administration to the media program, to educational media as an integral part of instruction, to providing educational media facilities, to financing educational media and to the staffing of the educational media program was perceived by the respondents as “satisfactory”; however, the school did not have sufficient professional staff members to provide consultative services to the entire faculty.

2. The four aspects of curriculum and instruction, namely: the consultative services in educational media utilization; the media services to educational preparation programs; the faculty/student use of educational media and the involvement of the media staff in planning was considered as “satisfactory.”

3. The respondents perceived the Educational Media Center of the University of St. La Salle as “satisfactory” as to its location and accessibility, the dissemination of media information, the availability of the educational media, the storage and retrieval, the maintenance, and the production of media.

4. The evaluation on budget and finance was interpreted as “satisfactory.”

5. The regular in-service program can help maximize the use of educational media in the classroom by teachers.

6. There is sufficient quantity of media equipment available, however, due to lack of relevant instructional materials for specific subject area, there is only occasional use of the equipment by quite a few faculty members. Improvement along this line was apparent.

The Fund for Assistance to Private Education [FAPE] - Filipiniana Assistance Program for Private Schools Libraries: An Assessment

Researcher: LIGAYA JAVIER FAJARDO

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Collection Development

Year of Graduation: 1995

Planning for University Status: Library Development Requirements

Researcher: SALVACION A. ABELLA

Course: Master of Arts in Library Science

School: Centro Escolar University, Philippines

Subject Area: Library Management

Year of Graduation: 1995