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Searching Savvy On The Internet, Amanda Izenstark

Amanda Izenstark

Provides an overview of techniques and exercises for developing an understanding of search engine functionality and comparing search engine features. Information on searching for relevant blog content and monitoring blogs using an RSS feed readers is also included. Details about the book are available at http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=2889.

Advocacy And Workplace Diversity, Janice Simmons-Welburn

Janice Welburn

No abstract provided.

Integrating Information Behaviour And Information Literacy During Academic Tasks: A Comparative Study Of Japanese And Canadian Undergraduate Students In Canadian Universities, Yusuke Fitzgibbons, J Bartlett

Yusuke Fitzgibbons (Ishimura)

No abstract provided.

Handbook On Developing Online Curriculum Materials: Lessons From Museum Education Partnerships, Gerald Bailey, Tara Baillargeon, Cari Barragree, Ann Elliott, Raymond Doswell

Tara Baillargeon

No abstract provided.

A Review Of “A To Z Guide To American Consumers: Quick Links To Free Demographics”., Laura Carscaddon

Laura Carscaddon

The article reviews the book "A to Z Guide to American Consumers: Quick Links to Free Demographics," by Cheryl Russell.

Exploring Galileo: Search Strategies And Teaching Tips For Teachers, Sonya Shepherd

Sonya S. Gaither

No abstract provided.

Innovative Applications For Instructive Outreach: Best Practices For Libguides & Online Pathfinders [Handout File], Nedda Ahmed, Jill Luedke

Nedda H Ahmed

No abstract provided.

Author Rights: Knowing Is More Than Half The Battle, Heather Leary, Preston Parker

Heather Leary, Ph.D.

No abstract provided.

"Postcard From Port" Translation Of Verónica Jiménez, Heather James

Heather James

No abstract provided.

Help Me, I’M Drowning! Implementing Libraryh3lp At Utc, Caitlin Shanley, Virginia Cairns

Caitlin Shanley

No abstract provided.

Milwaukee Public Library Special Collections Finder (Digital Collection), Rose Fortier

Rose Fortier

The Milwaukee Public Library has many special collections. These special collections exist both within MPL's various archives and as part of several reference departments housed at MPL's Central Library. The Milwaukee Public Library's archives consist of the City of Milwaukee Archives, the Great Lakes Marine Collection, the Historic Photo Archives, the Manuscript Collection, the Milwaukee Road Archives, MPL's Own Archives, and the Wisconsin Architectural Archive. In addition, many of Central Library's subject departments have special collections beyond those contained in these seven archives. Most, although not all, of these special collections contain local history resources. Some collections are of broader …

Research Articles: Knowing What You've Got And Finding What You Want, Shannon Johnson

Shannon F Johnson

This short Adobe Captivate tutorial walks nursing students through identifying and locating research articles.

Review Of Academic Library Outreach: Beyond The Campus Walls By Nancy Courtney, Sonnet Ireland

Sonnet Ireland

Courtney, Nancy, ed. Academic Library Outreach: Beyond the Campus Walls. Westport, CN: ABC-CLIO-Libraries Unlimited, 2009. 270 pp. ISBN 9781591587255. $45.00.

Positioning The Technological University Library In Higher Education And Human Resources Development In Africa, Elisha Chiware

Elisha Chiware

No abstract provided.

Finding Information By "Design": Search Strategies For Cardiothoracic And Vascular Anesthesia Literature, Denise Hersey, Viji Kurup

Denise Hersey

Cycling Through: Paths Libraries Take To Marketing Electronic Resources, Marie Kennedy

Marie R. Kennedy

No abstract provided.

Horace Seaman Wisconsin Infantry (Digital Collections), Rose Fortier

Rose Fortier

The Horace Seaman Wisconsin Infantry collection is made up primarily of photos from Colonel Horace M. Seaman's service with the Wisconsin National Guard. The majority of the photos come from his service with the 4th Wisconsin Infantry in the Spanish-American War of 1898. The photos in the collection include many portraits of individuals that Colonel Seaman served throughout his years with the Wisconsin National Guard and in his service in the Spanish-American War. Also included are group portraits of the various battalion officers and photos of camps in Wisconsin and Alabama. Photos of a non-military nature include images of Galen …

Library Security After The Renovation: How Much Is Enough, Sandra Barstow

Sandra M Barstow

No abstract provided.

Milwaukee Waterways (Digital Collection), Rose Fortier

Rose Fortier

Milwaukee Waterways illustrates the role Lake Michigan and Milwaukee's rivers have played in the history of Milwaukee. Pictures of the harbor and ships from around the world loading and unloading materials show the variety of materials that passed through the Port over time. Other pictures illustrate the role the rivers played in the commercial development of the city. Aerial views of the harbor and rivers and lakefront show the changing uses of the water and land. Milwaukee was founded at the site where three rivers; the Milwaukee, Menomonee and Kinnickinnic, flow into Lake Michigan. Milwaukee began as a Great Lakes …

Literacies, Narratives, And Adult Learning In Libraries, James Elmborg

James K. Elmborg

This chapter explores the multiple literacies adult learners bring to the learning process within libraries, the changing narratives of libraries, and the importance of helping learners develop skills in critical information literacy.