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book cover for The High-Impact Digital Library: Innovative Approaches for Outreach and Instruction

High-impact digital library outreach and instruction

CHICAGO — Digital library terminology like “accessible,” “discoverable,” and “searchable” usually presumes passive collections waiting to be found by motivated information seekers. Rarely do we envision collection managers initiating outreach with those...

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Core Webinar Series: Build Your Personal Website With Quarto

CHICAGO—Core is pleased to present the four-part webinar series “Build Your Personal Website with Quarto." Are you interested in sharing your work, such as scholarship, creative work, and other projects, and increasing your online visibility? Creating a...

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Using manga to cultivate engagement and inclusion in K鈥12 settings

CHICAGO — The appeal of manga is undeniable. As a worldwide publishing phenomenon, it has deservedly garnered the attention of scores of young learners. School librarians are willing and excited to harness its overwhelming popularity, and the benefits are...

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New posters from award-winning illustrators and more debut in winter 91传媒 Graphics catalog

CHICAGO – The winter 91传媒 Graphics catalog delivers a host of exciting posters and bookmarks to inspire and encourage readers of all ages. Gracing the cover is a new poster by award-winning author and illustrator Raina Telgemeier and cartoonist and comic...

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A new analytical framework for supporting public libraries

CHICAGO — “ Understanding Public Libraries: Management, Leadership and Ideology,” published by Facet Publishing and available through the 91传媒 Store, advances a scientific understanding of public libraries and ultimately poses and explores the vital...

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Discover and Learn about the Civil Rights Movement with the Library of Congress

CHICAGO — The inaugural publication in “Discover and Learn with the Library,” an educational series published by the Library of Congress in association with 91传媒 Editions, the book publishing arm of the 91传媒, “ The Civil Rights...

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Announcing the 2025 Core Fundamentals Web Course Schedule

Core is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 Core Fundamentals Web Course schedule. This series of related online courses covers basic topics that enhance skills in various areas of library work.

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New book filled with tips for creating joy in libraries

CHICAGO — Feeling burned out, dispirited, or just plain blah? Then it’s time to plant some joy! Library joy is more than a feeling; it is a choice and call to everyday practices of connection, empowerment, and well-being. And it isn’t a heavy lift—in fact...

New from ACRL - "Closing a College Library"

CHICAGO - The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of " Closing a College Library," edited by Amber Hunt, Elizabeth Ruane, and Stephanie Sopka, offering checklists, sample documents, and effective practices for...

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REFORMA and Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table and Announce Collaboration Core List Titles

GNCRT and REFORMA announce Collaboration Core List highlighting high-quality graphic novels that showcase Spanish-speaking and Latino stories and creators.

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Strategies for serving the underserved

CHICAGO — Underserved populations frequently do not have access to a library—or they may even be unaware that they have an information need. How can we as a profession effectively reach them? Geared to both graduate and undergraduate LIS students as well...

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Conceptually rich information literacy research and practice

CHICAGO — Information literacy research is growing in importance, as evidenced by the steady increase in dissertations and research papers in this area. However, significant theoretical gaps remain. “ Information Literacy Through Theory,” published by...

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Expert perspectives on what kids need now

CHICAGO — Though librarians, educators, and other professionals who serve children and teens continuously strive towards equitable outcomes that help kids heal, grow, and flourish, it can be a challenge to settle upon small, actionable steps for moving...

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Core Webinar Series: Application Programming Interfaces for Libraries

CHICAGO—Core/Buildings & Operations: Buildings for College and University Libraries and Planning & Design Committees are pleased to present the three-part webinar series “Application Programming Interfaces for Libraries." This series provides an overview...

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Practical tips for equality, diversity and inclusion in libraries

CHICAGO — Identifying and addressing issues that affect staff and patrons such as mental health, sexuality and gender, and socioeconomic background, “ Practical Tips for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Libraries,” published by Facet Publishing and...