Internet Resources for Library & Information Science

Index with citations/abstracts only 1970 - present:
Citations with abstracts (no full-text) from international engineering journals, conference proceedings, technical reports and trade publications.

complete database, publicly accessible

database of free abstracts of books, magazine articles, reports, other resources on "subjects such as librarianship, classification, cataloging, bibliometrics, online information retrieval, information management and more."

directory of national, federal, state, local libraries, online library databases, grants for libraries

World list of departments of Information Studies, Management, Systems

library search directory

directory of resolutions about the USA PATRIOT Act from national, state, local library associations, links, contact information for submitting additional resolutions

maintained by the Instruction Section is a "gateway to and a gathering place for resources on information literacy focused on improving the teaching, learning, and research role of the higher education community".

UH librarian created online information literacy tutorial that guides students through the process of researching and writing a college level research paper.

peer-reviewed instructional materials on discovering, accessing & evaluating information in networked environments, searchable & browsable database of annotated links to instructional modules

"a set of free online tutorials designed to help students, lecturers and researchers improve their Internet information literacy and IT skills"

1947-1994 | Full-Text online | Author, Subject, Title Indexes (Scroll down to "Publications")

"concerned with the empirical study of human behavior in the online environment, and with the impact of evolving communication and information technology upon individuals, groups, organizations, and society."

indexes 97,000 publications online | searches by keyword, title, subject, ISSN, coverage type (full, abstract, index) and vendor | vendor/title list with dates of coverage & link to homepage

Stephen Abram, MLS, VP Innovation, Sirsi Corporation, President Canadian Library Association

"This annotated bibliography includes definitions, articles about blogging and about library blogs, books, studies, links to samples of the myriad library blogs, tools for creating and using blogs, and links to presentations on blogging. While most entries are from the US, BlogBib includes blogs and commentary from Canada, Europe, and Australia as well. Coverage includes academic, public, school, and special libraries." By librarian Susan Herzog.

"a monthly compilation of the most recent tables of contents from over 275 titles of valuable domestic and foreign library & information-related journals, e-journals, magazines, e-magazines, newsletters and e-newsletters" | free e-newsletter

email list for public library staff working with young adults and children | history, archives, tips, and other information for subscribers and library school students

"The Stumpers list is a place for librarians (and others) to discuss reference questions which they are unable to answer using available resources, including the Internet and local interlibrary loan capabilities."

book awards, bibliographies, classification schemes, directory of GLBT librarians, past newsletters, committee information, conference activities

published & as-yet unpublished librarian authors, incl author's library experience, book titles, links to sites by or about

occupational descriptions, specialties, programs, guides, distance education, scholarships, employment, stories

"analyzes and provides solutions to current policy issues relating to the convergence of information and technology" | news & analysis about information issues, publications, links on information policy | copyright, records management, intelligence, and immigration systems

scholarships & grants for library staff for continuing education & professional development, scholarship & grant opportunities for librarianship & information professions

"Widely considered to be one of the crowning achievements of the Enlightenment, the Encyclopedia edited by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d'Alembert in the 18th century has proved to be fertile ground for those who have sought to classify and chronicle the various branches of knowledge. This highly ambitious project was published during the period 1751 to 1777, and included 32 volumes amply illustrated with engraved plates. Close to 150 years later, a group of talented individuals sought to create an online version of the Encyclopedia translated into English, with links to the original French versions. The project is based at the University of Michigan Library, although contributors to the project are scattered across the world. Visitors to the site can search the currently available articles or browse by title, French title, or subject. Finally, visitors will want to take a look at the famous "Map of the System of Human Knowledge" that is immediately identified with this most celebrated human endeavor." Review by Scout Report Team

signs | bookmarks | tales | zen koans | quotations | links

"resources for librarians who want to be active in political & social issues surrounding libraries & librarianship & publicize the efforts of librarians & their friends in raising public awareness"

information equity | literacy | preservation | renewal | research on libraries and the public interest | local | national

types of libraries & jobs, education requirements, grants, conferences

professional development, jobs, journals, links, web publishing

articles, links, blog

world's largest coherent archive of videotaped oral histories

A report that examines "the significant issues and trends impacting OCLC, libraries, museums, archives and other allied organizations, both now and in the future. The scan provides a high-level view of the information landscape, intended both to inform and stimulate discussion about future strategic directions." Topics include the social landscape, economics, technology, and future frameworks

OCLC's online research laboratory showcasing current work of OCLC research scientists

free online course

DVD & excerpts

creation and dissemination of spoken-word digital audio archives

storytelling network, locations, hosting

National Library of Education & ERIC Clearinghouse | AskA services locator K-12 by subject | digital reference development | conferences | newsletter

links to material for conducting research on international topics, incl business & corporate data, global news, search engines, guides to international & comparative law, country profiles & statistics, locating people, businesses, places & useful services around the world, banking resources, data on terrorism & security issues

actually quite comprehensive

reviews | tutorials | technology | performance | newsletter

portal comparisons | columns | test drives | tutorials | tools | forum | resources | newsletters | manage bookmarks online

"a set of free online tutorials designed to help students, lecturers and researchers improve their Internet information literacy and IT skills"

by/for Librarians U. Wisc. Comp. Sci. Dept

circulation statistics for Consumer Magazines, Business Publications, Farm Publications, Newspapers - sort and search summarized circulation data by publisher title, U.S. SRDS number, or Canadian CARD classifications

$2 a search for books only vaguely remembered by patrons

database for documentary, social issue, and educational videos | search by keyword, grade level, length, filmmaker

by zip code | allows sending library-related ALA-drafted letters to representatives

search journals by subject, title, ISSN, keyword

"find the best database for a topic or journal title"

to find which databases index which journals

standards & technical specifications, updates & revisions, links

Downloadable in MARC format, users can browse authority headings by subject, name, title, or name/ title indexes

books, other media, locating conservators & appraisers, FAQ, live chats with LC preservation staff

catalog personal library or keep reading list online, public or private, to 200 records free, unlimited by subscription

newsletter with marketing advice for libraries, archived back to 1992 - From a librarian who runs a marketing business

multicultural sites available through the Library of Canada, "Toolkit" of tips for developing such collections and services, technology & web resources

alternative to WorldCat

descriptions of types, bibliographies, links

including livereference ELECTRONIC DISCUSSION LIST | Dig_Ref Listserv

conference proceedings, workshops, AskA locator, resources, publications, training, VRD network

Guest perspectives, The basics, Best practices, Standards, Trends, Interest and working groups, Training, Digitization, Digital rights management, Staffing