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The Espn Pro Football Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
The Espn Pro Football Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The ESPN Pro Football Encyclopedia" by Pete Plamer.
Engaging Future Scientists In Information Use And Evaluation, Phil Flynn, Mary Lou Baker Jones
Engaging Future Scientists In Information Use And Evaluation, Phil Flynn, Mary Lou Baker Jones
University Libraries' Staff Publications
As science and engineering librarians at Wright State University Libraries, we work with the traditional user groups of teaching faculty, research faculty, graduate students and undergraduate students. In recent years a new user group has been getting our attention: middle school science students who are guests of the College of Science & Mathematics' outreach program. Each December, area middle school students participate in "Exploring Science" - a half-day of workshops intended to help "tomorrow's scientists today." Faculty and students from the college provide hands-on workshops in chemistry, biology, anatomy, mathematics, geology, environmental sciences, psychology, engineering, and neuroscience; the University Libraries …
Wireless Workstation, Leigh Ann Duncan
Wireless Workstation, Leigh Ann Duncan
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This new product allows libraries to perform basic circulation functions, as well as inventory and internal use functions via handheld devices. This presentation will explain the functionality as well as the implementation at Wright State University Libraries.
Where's The Beef? Tests And Measurements Resources That Help You Find The Actual Test, Brian M. Olesko
Where's The Beef? Tests And Measurements Resources That Help You Find The Actual Test, Brian M. Olesko
University Libraries' Staff Publications
Background
When library users need to find a complete copy of an unpublished psychological test they often turn to the reference staff for help. The best places to look for unpublished tests are in journal articles and in test compilation reference books but searching for tests in these sources can be difficult.
Research databases can help you determine which journal articles made use of a particular test but most databases don't indicate if a copy of the actual test is included in the article.
Searching for tests in reference books is even more difficult. Library catalog records rarely list the …
Extremist Groups: Information For Students (Review), Sue Polanka
Extremist Groups: Information For Students (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Extremist Groups: Information for Students."
Encyclopedia Of Rap And Hip Hop Culture (Review), Sue Polanka
Encyclopedia Of Rap And Hip Hop Culture (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Encyclopedia of Rap and Hip Hop Culture" by Yvonne Bynoe.
Prisons And Prison Systems: A Global Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
Prisons And Prison Systems: A Global Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Prison and Prison Systems: A Global Encyclopedia" by Michael P. Roth.
Encyclopedia Of The Developing World (Review), Sue Polanka
Encyclopedia Of The Developing World (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Encyclopedia of the Developing World" by Thomas M. Leonard.
Options For The E-Reference Collection, Sue Polanka
Options For The E-Reference Collection, Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
The electronic reference book revolution is in full swing, and nearly every reference book publisher is on board with the latest titles and interfaces for searching and retrieving top-notch scholarly resources. But which product will best suit your library? Which product has the best access and search features? And what about price-should you look for ownership or a subscription service? To assist with the reference e-book dilemma, this article examines five major electronic reference book products-ABC-CLlO's History Reference Online, Gale Virtual Reference Library, Greenwood Digital Collection, Oxford Reference Online, and Xreferplus-and compares them for content, search capabilities, interface, special features, …