| Directory > Reference > Libraries > Library and Information Science NDIIPP - National Digital Information Infrastructure and Preservation Program
In December 2000, Congress appropriated $100 million for a national digital-strategy effort, to be
led by the Library of Congress. The LOC seems develop a national strategy to collect, archive and
preserve the burgeoning amounts of digital content, especially materials that are created only in
digital formats, for current and future generations.
http://www.digitalpreservation.gov/
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DREI - Digital Reference Education Initiative
DREI QuestionAuthority is a forum for various individuals in the reference community post their
thoughts on current issues in digital reference education and training.
http://drei.syr.edu/qauthority_pub/
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Top Technology Trends for Libraries
A dozen leading members of the Library and Information Technology Association discuss the
technological issues that have a good chance of affecting libraries in the next few years.
http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litaresources/toptechtrends/midwinter2000.htm
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The Young Librarian
Features articles written by young librarians on topics relating to new professionals. Also has
links to resources on the web.
http://www.geocities.com/young_librarian/
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Beta Phi Mu
The international Library and Information Studies honor society founded by a group of librarians
and library educators to recognize and encourage scholastic achievement among library and
information studies students.
http://www.beta-phi-mu.org/
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ODLIS: Online Dictionary of Library and Information Science
Glossary of library terminology designed as a reference resource for library and information
science professionals, university students and faculty, and the general reader and library user.
http://www.wcsu.edu/library/odlis.html
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Librarians' Resource Center
A selective collection of resources compiled to facilitate information search and retrieval.
Organized in three categories: public service (pointers to search engines, topical guides, ready
reference and databases on the net), professional development (knowledge management, library
literature, employment resources, and library associations), and technical resources (cataloguing,
internet/intranet development tools, and acquisitions sourcing). Provided by the Toronto chapter
of the Special Libraries Association.
http://www.sla.org/chapter/ctor/toolbox/resource/index.html
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Library and Information Science: Finding Resources in this Subject Area
List of primary, original, individual resources in the subject area of librarianship. Also gives
advice and pointers to sites which allow the discovery of more resources.
http://www.lub.lu.se/netlab/documents/lisres.html
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Total Quality Management in Libraries
Article dealing with how libraries are using total quality management (TQM) to better their
services to patrons. Includes a listing of the 14 steps in TQM.
http://www.michaellorenzen.com/eric/tqm.html
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LibraryHQ.com
Current information for library professionals including book and media reviews, cataloged websites,
news, and hundreds of hotlinks.
http://www.libraryhq.com/
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What is the Future of the Book in the Digital Era?
Transcript of a round table discussing different concerns such as shortage of paper, distribution,
penetration of audiovisual media, literacy, and the new form this durable medium may take.
http://www.honco.net/9809/roundtable.html
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National Commission on Libraries and Information Science
An independent agency of the US federal government charged with advising the executive and
legislative branches on national library and information policies and plans.
http://www.nclis.gov/
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Library Support Staff Resource Center
Links for education, employment, classifications and wages statistics, organizations and events,
e-mail lists, and other resources for library paraprofessionals.
http://www.lib.rochester.edu/ssp/default.htm
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Infolibrarian.com
Indian site that covers list of forthcoming training programs, workshops, conferences, and
seminars. It provides a variety of useful resources for library professionals.
http://www.infolibrarian.com/
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Iran Library and Information Science
Provides linkings to most of the Iranian libraries, journals, and librarian websites.
http://www.geocities.com/iranlibrary/
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UKOLN Public Library Networking Focus
Contributes to strategic, policy-making, awareness raising and development activities in the area
of public library networking and lifelong learning. Previous projects, resources for public
librarians, current initiatives, publications and presentations, hosted resources, links to related
materials, and contact information.
http://www.ukoln.ac.uk/public/
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The Libraries FAQ
A collection of basic information regarding libraries and librarianship, and an introductory guide
to library resources on the Internet.
http://www.ibiblio.org/librariesfaq/
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Planning and Building Libraries
Information and resources for architects, librarians, design consultants, and students interested
in planning and building libraries.
http://www.slais.ubc.ca/resources/architecture/index3.html
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Documents in Information Science
Database of articles and conference proceedings published in electronic format in the area of
library and information Science. Contains articles and papers some of which are full-text.
http://dois.mimas.ac.uk/
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LibrarySupportStaff.com
Resources and links for paraprofessionals working in libraries.
http://www.librarysupportstaff.com/
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Steven Bell's Keeping Up Page
Categorized and annotated list of information sources useful for librarians' professional
development.
http://staff.philau.edu/bells/keepup/
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Fast Forward: Science, Technology & the Communications Revolution
National community viewing and discussion initiative based on six-week public library programs of
scholar-led lectures, documentary film screenings and discussions on the impact of the following
communications technologies: telephone, radio, film, TV and the Internet. Includes information on
participating libraries.
http://www.fastforwardproject.org/
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Library Security Resources: A Bibliography
List of print resources relating to security issues in libraries.
http://www.libraryreference.org/security.html
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Library and Information Studies Resources
Created by Rutgers Libraries, this site offers a useful overview of library and information studies
resources on the Internet. Although some information is directly related to the School of
Communication, Information and Library Studies at Rutgers, there is substantial content of interest
to all. There are extensive lists of electronic journals and newsletters, and electronic texts
relating to the profession, as well as Internet subject guides, links to library schools in the
U.S. and Canada, to a variety of listservs, and to libraries, consortia and professional
organizations. There are also significant resources in three specific subject areas: digital
library projects, copyright, and young adult and children's literature.
http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/rr_gateway/research_guides/lib_info/lib_info.shtml
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