This paper is based on the author's empirical experience in assisting cultural immersion programs through developing multicultural collections, promoting diversity resources, and creating a supportive information environment for faculty and students. After summarizing the significance, goals, learning objectives, and program models of cultural…

What does a newcomer to the library industry bring, at nearly fifty? What does she find? Reflecting on her experience and a recent study tour, the author describes the barely-skilled-although-nominally-qualified challenge; and discusses current cross-cultural provision. She muses on the interplay between a new librarian's fresh eyes, experience…

Modern composition instructors often use and teach research methods for Internet search engines and electronic databases. It is not their intent to turn back the clock. However, if they can help students connect the world of Internet searches and the university library, they can promote information literacy in its broadest sense by developing…

Describes the materials, equipment and program at the Barley Sheaf School Library, New Jersey. (JB)

Resource information and ideas for curriculum programs related to the study of the environment are presented in this resource guide for elementary and secondary teachers. Activities in the outdoors and action programs representative of recent district and county activities in Alameda County, California, are discussed. A list of resources,…