Full implementation of Electronic Reserve, using First Class course folders as an access point is anticipated for spring semester. Clients can now request books from other ASU libraries via a request function within the online catalog. Faculty use web-based forms to request booking of media and placement of materials on reserve. Web-based forms to appeal fines are in the planning stage. OCR labels on library materials are being replaced with bar code labels in preparation for self check-out of materials.
Patrons can monitor their library accounts and renew materials through the online catalog.
The following table demonstrates changes in the information seeking behaviors of clientele as they integrate electronic resources and the ability to do their work from locations other than the physical building. Although fewer people are coming into the library, they are requiring more reference intervention. As use of electronic resources has escalated, use of the physical collection has decreased, as has the need to obtain material not held by this Library. Collection of use data for print journals began in Spring 99 and will be used to shift resources from print to electronic format. Group study rooms have been equipped with computers and projectors.