IUG 2005 - Program L5

Presented:	L5 on Tuesday 4:30-5:30 in Franciscan A & B
Description:	"If an item is cataloged in the library, but nobody knows it, does it really exist? As the number of information resources grows, it becomes increasingly difficult to understand the purpose and content of each. Library catalogs compete with other library resources, including full-text databases, and resources outside the library, like Google. Using XML server, Plymouth State University is experimenting with presenting library catalog information outside the WebOPAC context, and targeting specific items to patrons based on their academic major or course schedule. These ""targeted browse lists"" can be displayed within the campus portal, or patrons can subscribe via RSS. Other applications of XML server will also be discussed.
Program Materials:	iug13L5.ppt