[Web4lib] Web OPAC front-end systems

Wed Mar 29 17:55:08 EST 2006

Well, one thing I thought of that hasn't been mentioned yet, but
really may not at all be what Kyle is thinking of, is the work done by
many to provide an Opensearch channel to their OPACS. If you go to
opensearch.a9.com and choose keywords such as 'library' or 'opac' you
will see a growing list of sites.  The sites listed there represented
a variety of ILS vendor products, too.

FWIW.

Steve

On 3/29/06, Beth Jefferson <beth.jefferson at rogers.com> wrote:
> Did you see posting for topic #1 yesterday?
> Interesting that no one's yet responded (but many have had plenty to say
> about event calendaring and room booking solutions!)
>
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> Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 14:38:10 -0500
> From: "Kyle Felker" <FelkerK at wlu.edu>
> Subject: [Web4lib] Web OPAC front-end systems
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> Once again I approach the library web gods in supplication...
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> I and a colleague are interested in alternative web OPAC front end
> systems such as the aquabrowser
> (http://aquabrowser2.kcls.org/aquabrowser/ ).  We'd like to write an
> article on the topic, exploring the pros and cons.  So far, I know about
> Aquabrowser, endeca (http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/endeca/ ) and Casy Bissons
> Wpopac (which isn't commercial, but I would still consider it a
> "competitor" of sorts).  Does anyone know of any other
> products/competitors?
>
> A thousand thanks for any and all assistance, oh knowledgeable ones.
>
> -Kyle
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> Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 15:31:14 -0500
> From: "Drew, Bill" <drewwe at MORRISVILLE.EDU>
> Subject: [Web4lib] Question about sitemapbuilder.net?
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> I am testing the site map builder.NET for XP.   it works great but I get
> in the errors report URLs such as
> http://library.morrisville.edu/./COURSE/+/
> <http://library.morrisville.edu/./COURSE/+/>   .   What causes such a
> URL and how would I find on what page the error occurs?
> I have other similar ones such as http://library.morrisville.edu/./+/.
> Th help is only for using the program, not for deciphering the results.
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> From: Michele Hegedus <mch39 at cornell.edu>
> Subject: [Web4lib] Cornell University Library Vacancy
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> Please note that the application deadline for the following academic
> position at Cornell University Library has been extended until May 1, 2006.
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>
> Curator of the Wason East Asia Collection
> Cornell University Library
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> The Opportunity:  Cornell University Library seeks an experienced and
> dynamic senior librarian to serve as Curator of its Wason Collection on
> East Asia. The Wason Collection is one of North America's largest research
> collections on East Asia, with more than 550,000 volumes.  Long recognized
> for its extensive holdings on China, the Japanese collection is now one of
> the fastest growing in North America, and efforts are underway to create a
> strong Korean language research collection.  Applicants must have
> appropriate experience and the ability to aggressively develop the
> Collection and to extend its use as part of expanding teaching and research
> at Cornell.  The Curator must also serve as a strong advocate for the
> Collection, campus-wide and globally.
>
> The Wason Curator leads a program dedicated to supporting excellence in
> teaching, learning, and research, and success in these efforts requires
> close cooperation with the faculty of Cornell's East Asia
> Program.  Enthusiastic advocacy on behalf of the Collection and its users,
> including faculty, undergraduate and graduate students, and visiting
> scholars is essential in realizing the full potential of this distinguished
> curatorship.  Success also requires commitment to the international and
> multi-cultural nature of Cornell's programs and contribution to the
> evolving scope of the University's global mission.
>
> Staffing of the Wason Collection includes individuals responsible for
> selection of materials supporting Chinese, Japanese, and Korean
> studies.  The Wason Curator will be expected to exercise leadership in the
> selection of all materials for Chinese studies.  Technical service support
> for the Collection is provided centrally.  Rare items of unique value are
> maintained by the Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections.  While
> continuing to emphasize the importance of traditional formats, the Curator
> should also promote digital initiatives, expanding the Collection and its
> use, and promoting awareness of its strengths and services.  Enhancing the
> Collection also requires active participation in seeking external funding
> and in developing collaborative partnerships worldwide.
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> Duties and Responsibilities:  The curator will report to the Associate
> University Librarian for Instruction, Research, and Information Services
> (IRIS), the library's largest organizational entity. Exercising general
> responsibility for supervising and coordinating the department's
> activities, the Wason Curator hires and supervises the Collection's staff,
> plans and manages its budget, interprets general library policies as they
> relate to the Collection, contributes to reference and instruction related
> to East Asia in general and China in particular, and serves as principal
> liaison both with other library departments and with faculty and visiting
> scholars.  The Wason Curator has principal responsibility for selection of
> Chinese language materials in tandem with the Chinese Studies Bibliographer
> and supports the selection of Western, Japanese, and Korean language
> materials.  In addition, the Curator advises the Library Technical Services
> on the ordering and cataloging of East Asian materials.
>
> The Curator works closely with the faculty and students of Cornell's East
> Asia Program in developing holdings and in providing necessary support for
> the Program's research and teaching activities.  Appropriately qualified
> candidates wishing to offer an annual course in East Asian Research Sources
> and Methods will also be considered for an adjunct faculty appointment.
>
> In addition to these specific responsibilities, the Curator will be
> expected to actively contribute to both the overall goals of the Cornell
> University Library and to the larger field of East Asia librarianship on
> the national and international level.
>
> Requirements:  A professional degree in librarianship or an advanced degree
> in Chinese studies.  Demonstrated administrative and supervisory skills and
> extensive experience, including six years in a progressively responsible
> role in the Asian collection of a research library or the
> equivalent.  Demonstrated success in collection building, promoting digital
> initiatives, and soliciting external funding.  Fluency in both written and
> spoken Chinese, as well as excellent verbal and written communication
> skills in English.  Evidence of strong knowledge of current research trends
> and methods in Chinese studies.
>
> A record of initiative, leadership, personnel management skills, and
> collegial good will and enthusiasm for cooperative endeavors involving
> librarians, faculty, and students are all essential for the successful
> candidate.
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> Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including 22 vacation days, 11
> paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, and university retirement
> contributions (TIAA-CREF and other options).  Professional travel funding
> available.
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> Application Procedure:  To apply for this position go to
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> Librarians, and select posting number 05138.    Follow the instructions for
> on line submission. Please include a cover letter, resume, and the names,
> phone numbers, and addresses for three references.  Applications requested
> by May 1, 2006.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will
> continue until the position is filled.  Salary will be competitive and
> commensurate with experience.
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> For further information, contact Susan Markowitz, Director of Library Human
> Resources, 201 Olin Library, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853-5301.
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> Cornell University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
> strongly committed to diversity.
> We value qualified candidates who can bring to our community a variety of
> backgrounds and experiences.
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