This article delves into the role of authority file databases in improving the efficiency of educational information retrieval. It covers their history, technical specifications, applications, benefits, challenges, latest innovations, and future prospects. By the end of this article, readers will have a comprehensive understanding of how these databases are transforming the educational landscape.

Authority file databases, educational information retrieval, academic libraries, data standardization, controlled vocabularies, information retrieval efficiency, database management, educational technology, digital education, integration.

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