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Book challenges top 700 – the most since 2000 CHICAGO —The 91传媒 (91传媒) kicks off National Library Week with the release of its State of America's Libraries Report, highlighting the challenges U.S. libraries faced in the second year...
Learner-centered techniques for academic library instruction
CHICAGO — When you stand alone in front of the class, being in command of your content is only the first step. Knowing how to engage students’ participation in ways that foster “ownership” ensures that learning is both active and lasting. In her new guide...
Readers鈥 advisory to genre blends for children and young adults
CHICAGO — It’s no wonder that genre blends are some of most popular books for children and teens. When you mash up two different traditional genres, it’s like doubling what makes each one pleasurable on its own. The first of its kind, “ The Readers’...
Literacy and wellbeing at school libraries
CHICAGO — Research has repeatedly linked school libraries and qualified staff to student literacy gains. With the number of students who struggle with basic literacy skills increasing in many nations, school libraries can play an important role in...
PLA鈥檚 trauma-informed framework for supporting patrons
CHICAGO — Whether it’s navigating a crisis or witnessing a community member struggling with tough times, coming face to face with trauma and adversity can be uncomfortable. But in striving to learn more about challenging behaviors, and how we can better...
New from ACRL - 鈥淭he Community College Library鈥 series
CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of the first two books in its new “The Community College Library” series, “ Assessment” and “ Reference and Instruction,” edited by Janet Pinkley and Kaela Casey...
An updated introduction to information science
CHICAGO — The new second edition of “ Introduction to Information Science,” published by 91传媒 Neal-Schuman, gives a comprehensive overview of all aspects of the subject, bringing it up-to-date with analysis of the changes in the information environment...
Michael Fernandez Appointed as New LRTS Assistant Editor
CHICAGO—Michael Fernandez, Electronic Resources Acquisitions Librarian at Yale University Library, has been selected as the assistant editor of Core’s Library Resources & Technical Services (LRTS) journal. Fernandez has worked within library technical...
New from ACRL - 鈥淚mplementing Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion鈥
CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Implementing Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Handbook for Academic Libraries,” edited by Corliss Lee and Brian Lym with Tatiana Bryant...
Rachel Scott Chosen as New LRTS Editor
CHICAGO—Core’s Library Resources & Technical Services (LRTS) journal has selected Rachel Scott as its new editor. Scott is the Associate Dean for Information Assets at Illinois State University’s Milner Library. She previously worked as the Integrated...
Academic libraries supporting students academically, socially, and financially
CHICAGO — Academic libraries are confronting a myriad of challenges, including consequences stemming from the pandemic, the changing demographics of student bodies, and the financial obstacles that many students are struggling to overcome. What’s needed...
Booklist library subscribers can now share Booklist Reader with their patrons
CHICAGO – In fall of 2021, Booklist, the review publication of the 91传媒, launched a free trial of Booklist Reader, a patron–facing digital magazine that offers diverse readers' advisory recommendations for readers and listeners of...
Designing student-created media for authentic learning
CHICAGO — Reinforcing the ACRL Framework’s calls for information creation in a range of formats, a 2020 LinkedIn survey rated “video production” as a top 10 skill sought by employers. “ Student-Created Media: Designing Research, Learning, and Skill...
CHICAGO — The corrosive effects of today’s relentless tide of media are pernicious. We are conditioned in many ways by our media environments to accept and not question, making it crucial that young people master the skills necessary to access, analyze...
Live virtual conversation February 7 featuring 4 Libraries Build Business cohort libraries WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The 91传媒 (91传媒) today released the Libraries Build Business Playbook, which showcases emerging models for small business...
