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Dictionary Of Veterinary Terms (Review), Sue Polanka
Dictionary Of Veterinary Terms (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Dictionary of Veterinary Terms" by Jennifer Coates.
Pocketful Of Poultry (Review), Sue Polanka
Pocketful Of Poultry (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Pocketful of Poultry" by Carol Ekarius.
Is Print Reference Dead?, Sue Polanka
Is Print Reference Dead?, Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article discusses a survey taken with librarians at the 2007 ALA Annual Conference in regards to their use of print reference materials. The results of the survey suggest a decline in the use of print reference materials by historians, archivists and other researchers but the results also admit that these materials are still being utilized for research. The use of print reference materials was evaluated at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.
Households, Sue Polanka, Terese Desimio
Households, Sue Polanka, Terese Desimio
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This is a selection of Chapter 11 from the book Reference Sources For Small And Medium-Sized Libraries and was edited by Jack O'Gorman. This is the seventh edition and printed in 2008. The chapter is a compilation of reference materials that a person can use in the home or office and covers a wide range of general topics.
Gale Virtual Reference Library: A Case For Electronic Reference Books, Sue Polanka
Gale Virtual Reference Library: A Case For Electronic Reference Books, Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
The case study discusses the benefits of switching from a bound reference collection to an electronic reference collection. The case study for the Gale Virtual Reference Library titled A Case for Electronic Reference Books was created by Sue Polanka.
The Dog Breed Bible (Review), Sue Polanka
The Dog Breed Bible (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The Dog Breed Bible" by D. Caroline Coile.
Sage Ereference, Sue Polanka
Sage Ereference, Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
The article reviews the adult reference web site for Sage eReference at www.sage-ereference.com.
Options For The E-Reference Collection, Sue Polanka
Options For The E-Reference Collection, Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
Last year, we looked at 5 options for the e-reference collection for the academic and large public library market: ABC-CLIO's History Reference Online, Gale Virtual Reference Library, Greenwood Digital Collection, Oxford Reference Online, and Xrefer's Xreferplus. Much has changed in one year. Xrefer has now become Credo Reference and has added more than 200 historic videos and flash_audio animations, 1,700 audio files, a link resolver for bibliographic entries, and a new interface (to debut in less than 6 months). Greenwood added 500 new tides in 2007, all imprints from 2005 to 2007. Gale added 16 new publishers and released an …
Berkshire Encyclopedia Of Extreme Sports (Review), Sue Polanka
Berkshire Encyclopedia Of Extreme Sports (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Berkshire Encyclopedia of Extreme Sports" edited by Douglas Booth and Holly Thorpe.
Global Perspectives On The United States: A Nation By Nation Survey (Review), Sue Polanka
Global Perspectives On The United States: A Nation By Nation Survey (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Global Perspectives on the United States: A Nation By Nation Survey" by David Lavinson and Karen Christensen.
The World Cookbook For Students (Review), Sue Polanka
The World Cookbook For Students (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The World Cookbook for Students" by Jeanne Jacob and Michael Ashkenazi.
Encyclopedia Of Major League Baseball Clubs (Review), Sue Polanka
Encyclopedia Of Major League Baseball Clubs (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Encyclopedia of Major League Baseball Clubs" by Steven A. Riess.
Encyclopedia Of American Civil Rights And Liberties (Review), Sue Polanka
Encyclopedia Of American Civil Rights And Liberties (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Encyclopedia of American Civil Rights and Liberties" by Otis H. Stephens.
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.
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, …
The 2005 Espn Baseball Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
The 2005 Espn Baseball Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The 2005 ESPN Baseball Encyclopedia."
Traditional Festivals: A Multicultural Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
Traditional Festivals: A Multicultural Encyclopedia (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
Book review of "Traditional Festivals: A Multicultural Encyclopedia"
Sports, Exercise, And Fitness: A Guide To Reference And Information Sources (Review), Sue Polanka
Sports, Exercise, And Fitness: A Guide To Reference And Information Sources (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Sports, Exercise, and Fitness: A Guide to Reference and Information Sources" by Mary Beth Allen.
Holidays, Festivals, And Celebrations Of The World (Review), Sue Polanka
Holidays, Festivals, And Celebrations Of The World (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Holidays, Festivals, and Celebrations of the World" written by Helene Henderson.
Encyclopedia Of Public Relations (Review), Sue Polanka
Encyclopedia Of Public Relations (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Encyclopedia of Public Relations" by Robert L. Heath.
Sports Market Place Directory, 2004 (Review), Sue Polanka
Sports Market Place Directory, 2004 (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "Sports Market Place Directory, 2004" written by Richard Gottlieb.
The Grey House Homeland Security Directory (Review), Sue Polanka
The Grey House Homeland Security Directory (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The Grey House Homeland Security Directory."
The Wilson Chronology Of Human Rights (Review), Sue Polanka
The Wilson Chronology Of Human Rights (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The Wilson Chronology of Human Rights" edited by David Levinson.
The Kennel Club's Illustrated Breed Standards: The Official Guide To Registered Breeds (Review), Sue Polanka
The Kennel Club's Illustrated Breed Standards: The Official Guide To Registered Breeds (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The Kennel Club's Illustrated Breed Standards: The Official Guide to Registered Breeds."
Encyclopedia Of Population (Review), Sue Polanka
Encyclopedia Of Population (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of the "Encyclopedia of Population" edited by Pat Demeny and Geoffrey McNicoll.
The Most Valuable Players In Baseball, 1931-2001 (Review), Sue Polanka
The Most Valuable Players In Baseball, 1931-2001 (Review), Sue Polanka
University Libraries' Staff Publications
This article is a book review of "The Most Valuable Players in Baseball, 1931-2001" by Timm Boyle.