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Sela Activities Jul 2009

Sela Activities

The Southeastern Librarian

Recent activities from the Southeastern Library Association. Highlights include: the 2009-10 SELA Officers; information on the SELA Mentoring Program.

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Ebsco Product News Jul 2009

Ebsco Product News

The Southeastern Librarian

Recent product developments from EBSCO. Highlights include: four additional publishers sign with MetaPress to provide e-content hosting.

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Lyrasis Product News Jul 2009

Lyrasis Product News

The Southeastern Librarian

Recent news from Lyrasis. Highlights include: announcement of the winners of the first annual 2009 NextGen Librarian Award.

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State News Jul 2009

State News

The Southeastern Librarian

Recent developments from SELA member institutions.

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People News Jul 2009

People News

The Southeastern Librarian

Recent professional developments from SELA members.

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From The President, James Cooper Jul 2009

From The President, James Cooper

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article offers information on the 21st annual Council of Media Organizations (COMO) conference, to be held from October 7 to 9, 2009.

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Library's Opening Draws Nearly Half Of Ephesus' Population Jul 2009

Library's Opening Draws Nearly Half Of Ephesus' Population

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article reports on the opening ceremony of the Ephesus Public Library in Heard County, Georgia. Speakers included Representative Randy Nix, State Librarian Lamar Veatch and Head County School Superintendent and library board chairman Benji Hyatt. The library measures 6,000 square feet, with a collection of more than 4,500 children's and adult books.

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My Own Private Library: A Peek Inside The Personal Library Of A Librarian, Kenneth M. Kozel Jul 2009

My Own Private Library: A Peek Inside The Personal Library Of A Librarian, Kenneth M. Kozel

Georgia Library Quarterly

The author describes his personal library. His collection includes books by Stephen King, Anne Rice, Jane Austen, John Grisham, Joyce Carol Oates and Gary Larson. His books deal with art, illustration, classical literature , mysteries and horrors. He recounts rereading and cherishing his collection as he ages.

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Gla Executive Board Honors Krug Jul 2009

Gla Executive Board Honors Krug

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article reports that Judith F. Krug was named honorary member of the Georgia Library Association.

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Academic Libraries As Learning Spaces: Library Effectiveness And The User Experience, Charles Forrest Jul 2009

Academic Libraries As Learning Spaces: Library Effectiveness And The User Experience, Charles Forrest

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article discusses the improvement of user experience in academic libraries. The implications of automation on the role of librarians and library staff are discussed. The success of libraries is measured in terms of their inputs, the activities they support and their outputs, such as circulation transactions and reference questions answered.

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From The President, James Cooper Apr 2009

From The President, James Cooper

Georgia Library Quarterly

The author talks about the annual Georgia Library Day held at the Capitol of the state on February 26, 2009. The author mentions the increase in annual use of school libraries, public libraries and academic libraries in the U.S. The author also cites the highlights of the event. The author talks about the creation of a new group called the Atlanta Emerging Librarians by the Georgia Library Association.

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Agnes Scott College News And Notes Apr 2009

Agnes Scott College News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from Agnes Scott College Library.

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The American Recovery And Reinvestment Act: How It Pertains To Georgia’S Libraries, Diana J. Very Apr 2009

The American Recovery And Reinvestment Act: How It Pertains To Georgia’S Libraries, Diana J. Very

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article presents information on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and discusses its significance to libraries in Georgia. The legislation, also referred as the Stimulus Public Law 111-5, is intended to create supplemental appropriations for job preservation and creation, infrastructure investment, energy efficiency and science, assistance to the unemployed, and local and state fiscal stabilization. It also discusses the challenges posed by the legislation on library administrators. It explores the funding opportunities that public libraries need to consider.

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Augusta State Library News And Notes Apr 2009

Augusta State Library News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Augusta State University Library.

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Georgia Southern News And Notes Apr 2009

Georgia Southern News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Georgia Southern University Library.

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Mountain Regional News And Notes Apr 2009

Mountain Regional News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Mountain Regional Library System.

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Gsu's Long Named "2009 Mover & Shaker" By Library Journal Apr 2009

Gsu's Long Named "2009 Mover & Shaker" By Library Journal

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article reports on the inclusion of Georgia State University librarian Casey Long to the list of "Movers & Shakers" for 2009 in the March issue of "Library Journal." The lbrarian was chosen by the journal because of her determination to improve student information literacy. Information in given on her role and functions as a business liaison librarian for the Georgia State University Library. It also explores the awards and recognition given to the librarian. The librarian expects to ensure all undergraduate business students are prepared with the information-seeking skills necessary for success in their careers.

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University Of West Georgia News And Notes Apr 2009

University Of West Georgia News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the University of West Georgia Library.

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Coastal Plain Regional News And Notes Apr 2009

Coastal Plain Regional News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Coastal Plain Regional Library System.

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Atlanta-Fulton County News And Notes Apr 2009

Atlanta-Fulton County News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Atlanta-Fulton County Library System.

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Georgia Library Quarterly, Spring 2009, Susan Cooley Apr 2009

Georgia Library Quarterly, Spring 2009, Susan Cooley

Georgia Library Quarterly

Complete issue of Georgia Library Quarterly, Spring 2009, vol. 46, no. 2.

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We Love Libraries!, Wally Eberhard Apr 2009

We Love Libraries!, Wally Eberhard

Georgia Library Quarterly

The author reflects on the history and condition of the Friends of Libraries Movement in Georgia. The author mentions that the state has nearly 200 groups that advocates library use and reading. The author also reflects on the effect of the current economic crisis on library use in the country. The author cites an example of fund raising activities and community awareness programs of library advocates in the country.

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My Own Private Library: A Peek Inside The Personal Library Of A Librarian, Stacy L. Brown Apr 2009

My Own Private Library: A Peek Inside The Personal Library Of A Librarian, Stacy L. Brown

Georgia Library Quarterly

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's background that influenced her profession as a librarian.

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Academic Librarians And Faculty Status: Mountain, Molehill Or Mesa, Alan Bernstein Apr 2009

Academic Librarians And Faculty Status: Mountain, Molehill Or Mesa, Alan Bernstein

Georgia Library Quarterly

The article focuses on various issues involving classification status of academic librarians in the U.S. It examines the literature pertinent to academic librarian classification vis-a-vis job satisfaction, sense of worth, and commitment to their profession and educative mission. There is a higher percentage of authors who favor some form of faculty classification for academic librarians. It explores the substantial increase in academic librarians joining the employment pool of many colleges and universities in the country. A brief overview is given on debates and subjects involving how librarians are classified in the traditional academic institution.

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Athens Regional Library News And Notes Apr 2009

Athens Regional Library News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Athens Regional Library System.

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Gwinnett County Library News And Notes Apr 2009

Gwinnett County Library News And Notes

Georgia Library Quarterly

Recent news from the Gwinnett County Library System.

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Letter To The Editor, Deborah S. Manget Apr 2009

Letter To The Editor, Deborah S. Manget

Georgia Library Quarterly

The author reflects on the celebration of the 2009 Library Day held at the state Capitol of Georgia. The author expresses that she felt an obligation to make a strong participation in the event. The author talks about the purpose of the special event. The author encourages the leadership of the Georgia Library Association to reconsider the reason for celebrating the Library Day.

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From The Editor, Perry Bratcher Apr 2009

From The Editor, Perry Bratcher

The Southeastern Librarian

Column from Perry Bratcher, editor of The Southeastern Librarian.

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The Southeastern Librarian V. 57, No. 1 (Spring 2009) Complete Issue Apr 2009

The Southeastern Librarian V. 57, No. 1 (Spring 2009) Complete Issue

The Southeastern Librarian

Complete issue of The Southeastern Librarian, volume 57, No. 1 (Spring 2009).

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Night Vision Goggles Or Rose Colored Glasses: A Unique Perspective On Training The Library Graduate Assistant In Instruction, Mary Todd Chesnut Apr 2009

Night Vision Goggles Or Rose Colored Glasses: A Unique Perspective On Training The Library Graduate Assistant In Instruction, Mary Todd Chesnut

The Southeastern Librarian

A review of the course descriptions for the twelve ALA-accredited Library and Information Graduate Schools in the southeastern states identified that the majority offer only one or two elective course related to library instruction (see appendix). These courses cover topics such as curriculum design, learning theory, best practices for teaching, and information literacy strategies. Some graduate program curriculums do not offer specific courses in library instruction, instead including it as a topic in a broader course such as Academic Libraries or in conjunction with a school media specialty.

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