The Far Eastern University and the DLSU Libraries both exemplify and emphasize a modern library service that includes a commercial integrated library systems : FEU is using the Destiny System while DLSU is using Sierra by Innovative Interfaces, an updated version of Millenium. Purchasing an integrated system which was done by both libraries mentioned seemed to be the wise decision to make since both of them have sufficient budget to spend. The technical infrastructures of both modern libraries have already been in place. The difference however between the two is that FEU is still traditional when it comes to the different services offered although they are fully computerized. DLSU on the other hand has evolved from a traditional into a modern library service.Both of them have an ample list of electronic databases with DLSU having more than 20 databases and has subscribed to EBSCO Discovery Service. In terms of reference services DLSU has the reference management software called libanswers which includes chat and cloud-based databases of answered queries which can be searched by users apart from reference stats and other management tools. The very useful "Ask Lora" is widely used by users. What is amazing in terms of reference service by DLSU is the development of Augmented Reality which is unique in DLSU. There is also the use of QR Codes, pathfinder and subject guides. Of course not to mention the use of social media like facebook, twitter and skype and SMS a librarian. FEU on the other hand utilizes the Jimlet (Reference Transaction Database which is being subscribed to yearly. FEU is also utilizing libstats and which is developed through open source and is hosted in the clouds. Both libraries have a learning commons that caters to social learning among the different clients that they serve. Discussion rooms also exist.
I commend the modern services offered by DLSU and they are improving to better serve their clients. They have modern facilitites and equipments.Their collections are enormous. The technical infrastucture is in place. For both FEU and DLSU, I think the Reference Service should be located in the first floor to provide speedy and quick service to users. For DLSU Learning Commons can be found from the fifth floor up to the thirteenth floor. FEU's Learning Commons can be further improved by incorporating other services offered by DLSU.
I commend the modern services offered by DLSU and they are improving to better serve their clients. They have modern facilitites and equipments.Their collections are enormous. The technical infrastucture is in place. For both FEU and DLSU, I think the Reference Service should be located in the first floor to provide speedy and quick service to users. For DLSU Learning Commons can be found from the fifth floor up to the thirteenth floor. FEU's Learning Commons can be further improved by incorporating other services offered by DLSU.
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