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A key challenge for every library media professional is how to simultaneously be both a leader and a collaborator – how to be both proactive in shaping instruction and responsive to users’ needs and requests. Here is a step-by-step strategic plan to help you develop and implement an effective library media program by integrating it into the total education environment. Designed for both new and experienced library media professionals, Part One of this practical … More >>
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The Internet and the World Wide Web have profound effects on the way we find information and do research – due to the increase in the amount of information provided by these facilities and the diversity of tools we have at our disposal for finding that information. This work employs an interactive approach that blends concepts with learning activities. It covers basic browser usage, e-mail, and discussion groups; discusses such Internet staples as FTP and Usenet new… More >>
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A tribute to 25 Southampton Buildings near Chancery Lane, London, the home of the Patent Office and the Patent Office Library for the best part of 150 years, but now housed in the British Library building at St Pancras. The book is a tale of considerable achivements under the Commissioners but also reveals some strange goings-on: financial irregularities; nepotism; and conflict between senior officials leading to government enquiry and censure. It shows the history … More >>
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