Library Science Subject Guide
Web Resources
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ipl2: Information You Can Trust
In 2010 the collections of the Internet Public Library (IPL) and the Librarians' Internet Index (LII) were merged. Ask an ipl2 Librarian servic will answer reference questions.
From the Library of Michigan, this site is a gateway to MeLCat,the statewide library catalog, MeL Databases for the residents of Michigan, MeL Michigana (digital archives) and recommended links on a variety of subjects.
Historical Research in Europe: A Guide to Libraries and Archives
A database of online and print catalogs and finding guides to research materials and collections in Western Europe. This is intended to assist researchers who are planning to use European libraries and archives. "Included are all kinds of archival and library resources available in western Europe; thus the scope of the project includes resources useful for researchers studying Asia, Africa, Oceania and the Americas, as well as for researchers studying Europe."
Since 1994, the Internet Scout Project has focused on research and development projects that provide better tools and services for finding, filtering and delivering online information and metadata. The Scout Report reviews Internet sites of interest to researchers and educators.
This calculator lets patrons figure out what their library is worth - what it would cost them, if they could not borrow the materials from a library. It was developed in a Massachusetts library, but this version is on the Maine State Library site, but can be adapted to other libraries.
ODLIS: Online Dictionary for Library and Information Science
"ODLIS is designed to be a hypertext reference resource for library and information science professionals, university students and faculty, and users of all types of libraries."
Quotations about Libraries and Librarians
From IFLA, quotations about libraries and librarians by topic.
An online community for library staff with sections on technology, library management, services, and online courses. Originally funded by the Gates Foundation, this site is hosted by OCLC with the help of other institutions.