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
http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/rr_gateway/research_guides/lib_info/lib_info.shtml

Library Security Resources: A Bibliography

List of print resources relating to security issues in libraries.
http://www.libraryreference.org/security.html

Steven Bell's Keeping Up Page

Categorized and annotated list of information sources useful for librarians' professional development.
http://staff.philau.edu/bells/keepup/

LibrarySupportStaff.com

Resources and links for paraprofessionals working in libraries.
http://www.librarysupportstaff.com/

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/

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

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/

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
http://www.ukoln.ac.uk/public/

Iran Library and Information Science

Provides linkings to most of the Iranian libraries, journals, and librarian websites.
http://www.geocities.com/iranlibrary/

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/

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

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/

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

LibraryHQ.com

Current information for library professionals including book and media reviews, cataloged websites, news, and hundreds of hotlinks.
http://www.libraryhq.com/

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

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

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/

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/

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

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/

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, espec
http://www.digitalpreservation.gov/

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 (
http://www.sla.org/chapter/ctor/toolbox/resource/cover.htm

Library Link

United Kingdom discussion and information forum for librarianship and information management.
http://www.emeraldinsight.com/librarylink/

Libr.org

Hosts a variety of library and library science related sites.
http://libr.org/

snail's trail

Librarianship, tech and other stuff from a Sydney librarian.
http://www.zip.com.au/~vvsnail/

WebJunction

An online community where library staff meet to share ideas, solve problems, take online courses, and have fun.
http://www.webjunction.org/

Library Underground

A guide to alternative library culture on the Web.
http://www.libraryunderground.org/

Infography about Library News

Resources recommended by a librarian who specializes in research about current events in librarianship.
http://www.infography.com/content/676024803275.html