ADMU Rizal Library exemplifies a modern library in terms of facilities and equipment but with more emphasis on preservation of materials. This may be attributed to the library's rich historical and social-cultural documentary heritage of the country. Copies of materials with archival values such as 15th century monographs can be found in this library. A traditional library with modern facilities and equipment, with rich collection of Filipiniana materials available not only in print format but in other formats as well (microform, microfilm, microfiche etc.) are the strengths of the library. Rizal Library's integrated library system is TLC , a commercial library system. The internet connectivity, technical infrastructure and the like are all in place. Learning Commons which facilitates students learning also exist. Students can conduct group discussions in designated areas inside the library, access electronic databases and connect to the internet using their own gadgets or a computer at the library.
The location of Reference Service at the first floor is very ideal since users' needs are easily met with the provisions of services in the Reference Section. Library materials both in print and electronic are easily accessible. Terminals for OPAC, CD-ROM and electronic databases are easily available. The provision of library tours, bibliographic instruction, information literacy, web harvesting and document delivery services are also handled in this section Users' queries can be answered through e-mail, phone, ask a librarian or through Instant Messaging (IM).
An in-house developed ISR like the CIPPA (Computerized Index to Philippine Periodical Articles) is worth mentioning. This was created to enhance access to periodical articles covering the period from 1988 up to the present. The local periodicals covered areas of Philippine culture and society written in both Tagalog and English language. CIPPA can be subscribed to by other libraries for a cost. Indeed Rizal Library's strength in housing materials that are rare and with archival values can be easily ascertained.
The E-Reserve or Electronic Reserve where personal and library materials can be scanned or copied, including journal articles , exams and other assignments is also accessible by just logging in to the system.
Special collections also are available: American Historical Collection, Ateneo Library of Women's Writings and Pardo de Tavera Collection are worthy to mentioned.
Other services such as Computer and Audio-Visual Services, Photo-duplication Services, Turnitin, or even the provision of inter-active board game, Self-check machine are also commendable.
Rizal Library's ISRs can be further improved depending on the future needs of its clientele.
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