The meanings of verb-particle constructions (VPCs; also called "verbparfiele combinations" and "phrasal verbs") such äs pick out or figure out have generally been viewedäs arbitrary and idiosyncratic, since explanations along traditional semantic lines have been recognized äs wholly or partly inadequate (e.g., Dixon 1991, Fräser 1976, Bolinger 1971. The analysis of Lindner (1983), however, proposed an analyzable and systematic semantic view of verb-particle constructions, situating them in a "space grammar" framework. In building on her work, afurther use of metaphor theory and o t her aspects of cognitive linguistics reveals still more degrees ofmotivated semantic systematicity, äs well äs identifying specific relationships to both familiär andformerly unrecognized conceptual metaphors of English. Under this explanation, both the verb and the particle not only contribute semantically to the verb-particle construction, but also provide reasons for some of the syntactic and semantic limitations and constraints found in the usage patterns ofthe complete constructions. l. Previous discussions of verb-particle constructionsIt is generally recognized that attempts to use traditional methods of semantic analysis to investigate verb-particle constructions have not been very fruitful. Many analysts, such äs Fräser (1976) and Bolinger (1971), have concentrated instead on other aspects of the verb-particle construction, such äs syntax. Others such äs Dixon (1991) have given up on seeking any systematicity at all. However, the application of metaphor theory (and frame semantics) can result in contributing some degree of semantic systematicity to the discussion.In her dissertation (Lindner 1983), Susan Lindner provided a cognitive analysis of hundreds of verb-particle constructions (VPCs) with out and up using the framework of Langacker's "space grammar", and classified

the terms of the Creative CommonsAttribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike License 2.5 Canada (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-ncsa/2.5/ca/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly attributed, not used for commercial purposes, and, if transformed, the resulting work is redistributed under the same or similar license to this one. AbstractObjectives -This study examines whether acquiring a text in electronic format effects the usage of the print version of the text, focusing specifically on medical texts. Studies in the literature dealt specifically with general collections and it was not clear if they were applicable to medical collections. It was also not clear if these studies should play a role in determining whether a medical library should purchase electronic texts or whether reserve collections are still needed for print texts.Methods -Four usage studies were conducted using data from the circulation system and the electronic vendor systems. These were 1) trends of print usage; 2) trends of electronic usage; 3) a comparison of electronic usage with print usage of the same title in the reserve collection; 4) a comparison of electronic usage with print usage of the same title in the general collection.Results -In comparison to print, substantial usage is being made of electronic books. Print is maintaining a level pattern of usage while electronic usage is increasing steadily. There was a noticeable difference in the usage levels of the electronic texts as regards to the package in which they are contained. Usage of print texts both on reserve and in the general collection has decreased over time, however the acquisition of the electronic version of a medical title had little impact on the usage of the equivalent print version.Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 2010, 5.3 6 Conclusion -There is a demand for medical texts in medical libraries. Electronic versions can replace print versions of texts in reserve. Further investigation is needed of current patterns of print collection usage, with particular emphasis on trends in reserve collection usage.

Examines the contribution of the library to Old Dominion University's five-year strategic plan, which targeted cultural diversity as one of its eight objectives and included specific statements about library support of this goal. To meet its part, the library created a three-pronged action plan for the selection of videos, development of guides to the collection, and an evaluation of the multicultural collection, the most extensive portion of the project. Explains the choice of university minority and international student populations to assist in prioritizing collection efforts. The actual assessment project was collection-centered; project coordinators identified a series of appropriate bibliographies to compare against the collection as the most practical way to meet defined objectives. The resulting retrospective desiderata list identified resources (once funding became available) to improve both the depth and scope of the library multicultural collections with very little impact on staffing.Building a retrospective multicultural collection: a practical approach

To assess the quality and usefulness of one health sciences library's mediated computer search service, a survey was undertaken to determine satisfaction rates, why users do or do not use the service, and how useful the service is perceived to be in comparison to instructional service. Satisfaction rates were high, with users indicating librarian expertise and time/cost savings as the main reasons for using the service. Non-users indicated that they preferred to do their own searching, and many were unaware of the service. Though a majority of respondents do not currently use the service, surprisingly a majority of respondents placed significant value on the mediated search service in relation to instruction.

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