The tradition of independent study is traced from classical antiquity to the 20th century. Particular attention is given to the example of such persons as Descartes, Rousseau, Goethe, and Franklin, and to the role of encyclopedias, libraries, and correspondence study in furthering self-education. Nine references are included. (LY)

In 1975 the W. J. Barrow Research Laboratory, Inc., under the sponsorship of the Council on Library Resources, began a series of studies on the chemical and physical properties of book papers between 1507 and 1949. Their testing and review of the literature were concerned with book paper durability and permanence, reasons for decline in…

Microphotography for archives advocates the use of microfilm as a means of publication. The manual is an introduction for the archivist and provides definitions of microforms, microfilm, microfiche, microcards, and microprint. The uses and the advantages or disadvantages of both microforms and microfilm are presented. The manual also reviews…

During the past two decades, public libraries have launched numerous outreach programs intended to reach the "unserved" in our society. At least one group has been largely overlooked in this missionary effort - the businessman! While they may not qualify as "deprived" in the socio-economic sense, representatives of business and…

The Public Television Library (PTL), an integral part of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), searches out, selects, acquires, and distributes programs produced by local public television stations. This catalog lists the 1800 programs or series in the library according to subject matter. Each listing includes number of programs, length of the…

The 32nd annual edition is a complete, cummulative catalog of 4,779 free films, 828 of which were not listed in the previous edition. A table of contents provides a curricular classification of the materials listed, the body of the guide gives full information on each title by curricular area, a title index provides access to any specific listing…

A study of the applications of computer to libraries and information systems carried out with the support of the Council on Library Resources is reported. The report presents recommendations derived from the synthesis of facts, views, and opinions obtained from sources such as: visits to selected projects and installations, published and private…

Designed for the grammar and high school teacher who spends a great deal of time in the classroom, this booklet provides a convenient, useful guide to film sources and to film producers and distributors which cater to grammar and high schools. A list of film sources gives name, address, and grade range of materials offered. Also included is an…

This is a revision of a guide (IR 003 265) for planning a library workshop. It is presented in five parts: (1) the workshop planners, (2) planning the program, (3) the day of the workshop, (4) evaluation and followup, and (5) information sources. The major part of the guide is concerned with program planning and covers needs assessment,…

Though merger between AASL and AECT may not be in the foreseeable future, a trend is being established by state "audiovisual" and "library" associations that bears some analysis. (Author)

Presents guidelines to assist librarians in evaluating and selecting books with gay themes for children and young adults. (Author/PF)

Lists reference books that give premium rates and other information about insurance companies. (PF)

In evaluating equipment, librarians should consider the ability of machines to reproduce representative library materials, ease of operation by the uninstructed patron, speed, durability, size, mobility, and the integrity of the coin-mechanism. (Author)

An interview with Joan Hugo, librarian at the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles for 19 years. (PF)

A discussion of public interactions which arise in four major areas of archival activity: acquisition, reference, interinstitutional cooperation, and outreach. (Author/JAB)