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Jones, William G. – SPEC Kit, 1998
This report explores the diverse ways that libraries are currently supporting distance learning, both in its traditional and newer Internet-based forms. Based on interviews with administrators and staff, the following "Reports from the Field" reflect developments in public institutions: "UNET (University of Maine System Network)…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Case Studies, Delivery Systems
Bell, Geraldine – School Library Journal, 1994
Describes the ongoing development of school libraries in the Birmingham (Alabama) Public School System. Highlights include commitment of the Board of Education and the city; accreditation; planning; communication; cooperative planning with classroom teachers; cooperative projects with the public library and cable company; Reading Is Fundamental…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Board of Education Role, Cable Television, Communication (Thought Transfer)
Association for Library Service to Children, Chicago, IL. – 1997
The "Born To Read" project helps parents raise children with healthy bodies and minds. Public librarians and health care professionals form partnerships and reach out to at-risk expectant and new parents. The video provides techniques and tips to plan successful programs for babies, including a segment for libraries to use with the…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Clinics, Community Education, Community Health Services
Trotta, Marcia – 1997
This practical, hands-on guide is designed to assist school library media specialists in planning, funding, implementing, and promoting special events programs. The text contains program ideas, planning documents, and tips for successful programs. Guidelines are provided on how to incorporate special events programs into a yearly curriculum plan,…
Descriptors: Budgets, Community Involvement, Community Support, Course Integrated Library Instruction
Hisle, W. Lee; Iglehart, Toma; Smith, Richard L.; Peloquin, Margaret – 1997
The Learning Resource Service (LRS) provides information and instructional support services to Austin Community College (ACC) (Texas). From 1998 to 2002, a new LRS strategic plan will allow for continued and enhanced support, the goals of which include improved service, resources, and instruction/learning. To accomplish this mission, LRS will: (1)…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Change Strategies, Community Colleges, Educational Planning
Huotari, Maija-Leena; Ivonen, Mirja – Proceedings of the ASIST Annual Meeting, 2001
Focuses on the new role of a university library as a strategic partner within the university. Suggests the changes of the operating environment of universities will demand for new competences, tasks, modes of management and leadership, as well as organizational structure in libraries. Presents findings of the evaluation processes carried out in…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cooperation, Cooperative Planning, Foreign Countries
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Millen, Jean; Millen, George – Knowledge Quest, 1999
Describes the process of building a new media center at Crestige South Elementary School in Centerview, Missouri. Discusses fund-raising efforts of the parent-teacher organization, the floor plan drawn up by the library media specialist, and the construction. Provides suggestions for rural school-library media specialists and school patrons for…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Plans, Educational Facilities Design, Elementary Education