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itsig12: Digital libraries unconference 2012 organized by Information Technology Librarians interest group @ Massey University, 27/09/12 via #LIANZA. Delete the scoop?
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No matter where we look these days, the idea of personalized information streams continue to be supported by new tools, or new ways of working with existing tools – and all linked to our mobi... Delete the scoop?
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Matthew Roth recently posted to Wikimedia’s Tech blog that a new EPUB export feature has been enabled on English Wikipedia. Delete the scoop?
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The history of American public libraries begins in 1833 when the first publicly funded library was started in Peterborough, New Hampshire. Today there are over 121,000 libraries including 9,000 public, 3,000 academic and ... Delete the scoop?
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Guests of honor for 2012 include: Elizabeth George, Robin Cook, Mary Higgins Clark, Les Roberts, Librarian Doris Ann Norris, and toastmaster John Connolly. Fellow TKZer Michelle Gagnon and I will be on a YA panel for the ... Delete the scoop?
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Public ServiceAga-saga doyenne ponders how to put ebooks in public librariesRegisterThe UK's Department for Culture, Media and Sport has launched a panel to figure out how to get ebooks into public libraries in the country. Delete the scoop?
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In the age of 'infowhelm' choosing the appropriate digital communication tools – to stay in-the-loop and professionally connected – is essential for any professional person, especially teacher-librarians. Delete the scoop?
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Libraries open a world of options for everyoneBloomington PantagraphAmidst the back-to-school backpack shopping was a free item that many families either forgot or took for granted: a library card. Delete the scoop?
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Why We Do What We Do | Peer to Peer ReviewLibrary JournalBecause academic libraries are adjuncts to the institutions they serve, philosophizing about libraries is also philosophizing about higher education, specifically about the origin and purpose... Delete the scoop?
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Cross-posted at SmartBlog on Education Learning isn’t analog any more When I think of analog learning, I think of something static. I think of content that doesn’t change and is quickly... Delete the scoop?
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Literacy and learning linked to school library resourcingPRWireThe findings concluded that on average independent school libraries received more funding than government schools, while secondary schools had the largest budget decrease with 34% of... Delete the scoop?
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The challenge of delivering e-book lending is one of technology, but from what I can see technological expertise is under-represented in the review. In order to roll out e-lending effectively on a national scale, libraries, ... Delete the scoop?
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The largest online database of social media policies from companies, governments, non-profits. Delete the scoop?
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Plagiarism is a serious offense. These 10 online services help you check students' text, or avoid getting into academic hot water yourself. Delete the scoop?
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Connect. TeleRead - News and views on ebooks, libraries, publishing and related topics. HOME| · AROUND THE WORLD| · EREADERS| · LIBRARY| ... Delete the scoop?
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Media specialists argue that guidance and research skills are needed more than ever in the Internet age. Delete the scoop?
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River Vale libraries tailor selection to kids' abilitiesNorthJersey.comIn 2011, the River Vale schools started using a new guided reading program, which assesses students' reading levels and assigns them a letter designation, ranging from A to Z. Delete the scoop?
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Government's commitment to literacy challengedVancouver SunWhat the minister fails to mention is that since 2002 this government has cut over 275 teacher librarian positions from the public schools of this province. Delete the scoop?
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Public ServiceGovernment wants e-lending to 'transform' librariesPublic ServiceThe panel is expected to consider a range of issues including the benefits of e-lending, the current level of e-lending and future demand, the impact on libraries and... Delete the scoop?
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I’ve been gathering together all of my articles and recent blog posts on the topic of eBooks in libraries for an upcoming presentation and I thought this collection of links might be useful for others as well. Delete the scoop?
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Librarian Patience Has Run out on E-Book Lending Issues, Library Association ...Digital Book WorldBob Wolven, associate university librarian at Columbia University and head of the ALA digital working group agreed that it was incumbent now upon... Delete the scoop?
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University of Texas at Dallas (press release)Texas schools ban 13 booksHouston Chronicle"I think there's more awareness on the part of librarians and school administrators about how to handle complaints from parents," says Terri Burke, executive... Delete the scoop?
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