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'Divergent' poster and other hot new materials in new 91´«Ã½ Graphics catalog
CHICAGO – Many exciting new products that are bound to inspire and excite readers in schools and libraries across the nation are included in the 91´«Ã½ Graphics Spring 2014 catalog. Spotlighted on the cover is a new celebrity READ poster featuring Shailene...
Undertaking research projects in the workplace
CHICAGO — Written by academics and practitioners from a diverse selection of libraries throughout the world, “ Research, Evaluation and Audit: Key Steps in Demonstrating Your Value,” published by Facet Publishing and available through the 91´«Ã½ Store...
A LITA guide to marketing with social media
CHICAGO - Eschewing mere theory in favor of real-world examples, “ Marketing with Social Media: A LITA Guide,” published by 91´«Ã½ TechSource, offers to-the-point advice for getting up to speed with the world of social media. Ideal for newbies ready to get...
CHICAGO — Michael Sullivan, bestselling author of numerous children’s services titles, uses stories and anecdotes to humanize his research into boys’ reading habits and preferences in his new book “ Raising Boy Readers.” Building on his expertise and...
What are the most important things a 21st-century library should do with its space?
CHICAGO — A cutting-edge text capturing the insights and practical ideas of leading international librarians, educators and designers, “ Better Library and Learning Spaces: Projects, Trends and Ideas,” published by Facet Publishing and available through...
Becoming an Internet search expert
CHICAGO — Formerly titled “The Advanced Internet Searcher’s Handbook,” the new fourth edition of the bestselling “ Expert Internet Searching” is Phil Bradley’s no-nonsense guide to the tools for finding the right information more quickly and effectively...
Music programming for primary grades
CHICAGO — Music programs have been scaled back or eliminated altogether from the curricula of many schools. Luckily, storytimes offer ideal opportunities for music and songs. “ Let's Start the Music: Programming for Primary Grades,” published by 91´«Ã½...
Playful storytelling through folktales
CHICAGO — A good folktale triggers the imagination, connecting children to a wider world as well as increasing their vocabulary and comprehension skills. In “ Folktales Aloud: Practical Advice for Playful Storytelling,” published by 91´«Ã½ Editions, teacher...
A LITA guide to data management for libraries
CHICAGO — Since the National Science Foundation joined the National Institutes of Health in requiring that grant proposals include a data management plan, academic librarians have been inundated with related requests from faculty and campus-based grant...
Planning our future libraries: blueprints for 2025
CHICAGO — In an information environment where the only constant is change, many wonder where libraries are headed. “ Planning Our Future Libraries: Blueprints for 2025,” published by 91´«Ã½ Editions, envisions the future of libraries by bringing together...
Experts offer best practices for institutional repositories
CHICAGO — The Association for Library Collections and Technical Services (ALCTS), a division of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), announces the release of "The Institutional Repository: Benefits and Challenges,” edited by Pamela Bluh and Cindy...
ALCTS publication takes a fresh look at microforms
CHICAGO - “ Managing Microforms in the Digital Age,” a new online publication from the Association for Library Collections and Technical Services (ALCTS) addresses trends in bibliographic control, storage environments, current vendors and resources and...
New guide for physics selectors from ALCTS Collection Management Section
CHICAGO — The Association for Library Collections and Technical Services (ALCTS), a division of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), is pleased to announce the arrival of “Sudden Selectors Guide to Physics Resources” by Michael Fosmire. This brand-new...
