Faxon institute colloquium on scholarly communications issues

Abstract

Whether to use a classified or alphabetical arrangement of print periodicals is still a controversial issue in academic libraries. Both systems provide access for patrons, and each has its strengths and weaknesses. Proponents of alphabetical arrangement emphasize ease of use for the patron. The primary argument for classification focuses on the patronâ€?s browsing ability. However, there are other factors involved in choice of arrangement. Bibliographic control, collection size, and physical constraints are often important considerations in deciding which system provides optimal access for library patrons.     

Reflections on the UK National Lottery

Gambling in Britain has been transformed by the National Lottery. The small pink ticket from the newsagent's electronic outlet offers temptation of wealth beyond the dreams of avarice. John Haigh examines a bet that, statistically, not one of our readers will live to win.     

Reflections on the cot death cases

Sally Clark, Angela Cannings and Trupti Patel not only suffered the tragic sudden deaths of two or more babies. They were then accused, and in the first two cases convicted, of their murder. The misuse of statistics at Sally Clark's trial hadprofound consequences, especially for her, but also for the subsequent cases. Ray Hill reflects on the statistical issues involved.     

关于“在地统计”若干问题的思考

文章从实施"在地统计"改革的动因、改革的本质以及各级统计部门职能、"在地统计"改革中关键问题、数据分割、基数确定以及改革弊端等几方面进行探讨,提出了城市开展"在地统计"改革的具体建议和方法.     

艺术品证券化的风险分析与现实反思

从艺术品证券化发展历程中的特点可以看出艺术品证券化模式是一把“双刃剑”,从实证分析中可以看出它的收益与系统性风险呈负相关关系,违背了“高风险高收益”的基本投资原则,不存在CAPM所设想的系统性风险与收益之间的显著线性相关关系,说明中国艺术品证券投资市场是一个不成熟不健全的投资市场.目前艺术品证券化模式已经被叫停,因此有必要对这种模式进行反思总结,并探索一条适合中国艺术品投资实际的新路子.     

Reflections on Changes in the Library and Serials Literature

Abstract

Johnson describes changes in library journal literature topics over the past one hundred years, with a focus on the period between her first Balance Point column in 2003 and this one, her last. She reminisces on her experience as a Balance Point column editor.     

大数据时代对传统统计学变革的思考

本文在大数据时代背景下,将统计学与大数据有机地结合,剖析了大数据时代给统计学带来的变革,阐述了大数据为传统统计学带来的发展机遇。在大数据时代,为了保持统计学旺盛的生命力,本文对统计学的发展提出了几点思考。     

大数据时代统计学发展的若干问题

近年来,计算机和互联网的发展使得人类信息的拥有量达到了前所未有的程度,各类信息被保存流通起来,人类进入了大数据时代.大数据具有规模性、多样性,高速性等特点,给统计学的发展带来了新的机遇,同时也带来了新的挑战.本文回顾了统计学的发展历史,剖析了统计学的发展特点,在此基础上讨论了大数据背景下统计学的发展定位;并进一步分析统计学与计算机之间的关系,最后分析了大数据研究中存在的若干误区.