Incorporating and Instructing Dow Jones News/ Retrieval in an Academic Setting

Abstract

Describes the introduction of the electronic database Dow Jones News/Retrieval (DJN/R) as a teaching tool in the library of the College of Staten Island, City University of New York. Discusses the nature of the database service, its price structure and the reasons for its selection. The anticipated educational benefits are detailed and an initial estimate indicates its considerable benefit to students and staff.

Citation

Svenningsen, K. (1992), "Incorporating and Instructing Dow Jones News/ Retrieval in an Academic Setting", Library Review, Vol. 41 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/00242539210010597