This report presents tabulations for the 2006 Academic Libraries Survey (ALS) conducted by the United States Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), within the Institute of Education Sciences. An academic library is defined as an entity in a postsecondary institution that provides all of the following: An…

Some of the latest approaches to furniture and facilities design for multi-media use in libraries, including a rationale for selection are explored. (Author/NH)

This guide is divided into two sections; a Product Directory listing product groups subdivided into individual products with the names of the firms that supply them, and the Suppliers Directory, which lists each firm, the full address and all branches, telephone number(s), and products and services available. (Author/JL)

Describes an innovative monitoring device developed to modify microtext reader-printers at California State University, Long Beach. Problems associated with the 3M Model 500's operating features, the signal light panel solution, benefits to staff who service and patrons who use the reader-printers, and cost savings resulting from the modification…

Describes the kinds of audiovisual equipment presently available which should be considered as initial investment for a new media center. (LS)

Suggestions for the establishment of a puppet performance center highlight: how to begin (tap natural inclinations of student, set aside spot); how to set up a show center; necessary materials; planning a show; special effect puppets; and the audience for the performances. Five further resources to consult are included. (EJS)

This booklet has been designed for use in the following areas: (1) As a data collection instrument providing a measure of media program development in the State of Wisconsin. As such, it will be used in conjunction with information from the earlier School Library Survey to provide state-level longitudinal data on school media programs; (2) As a…

New or remodeled library learning centers for 125 elementary and 44 high schools are close to completion in Columbus, Ohio. (MLF)

Describes the Scoville Learning Center at Adirondack Community College (Queensbury, New York). Discusses the layout and functions of the building's three floors and learning-resources services, including staff, library instruction seminars, the online catalog, outreach, equipment, computer labs, and future plans. (AEF)

Discusses various options for presentation equipment for the classroom and library resource center. Discusses overhead projectors, LCD panels, and LCD projectors. A sidebar lists names and addresses of presentation equipment providers. (AEF)

THE 53 NEW YORK STATE PROJECTS RECEIVING GRANTS FOR 1966-67 UNDER TITLE II OF THE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT ARE DESCRIBED BY DISTRICT WITH REFERENCE NUMBER, EXPENDITURE, MAJOR OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT, OVERVIEW OF THE PROJECT, AND NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE PERSON TO CONTACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. GRANTS RANGE FROM $845 TO $40,000.…

Elementary and secondary school programs have been and still are undergoing changes that will influence facilities design for the schools of the 1970's. The program of the school library media center is certainly also being affected by these changes. A flexible approach is warranted in locating the media center within the school. Students and…

The concept of the instructional materials center (IMC) has evolved in response to the limitations of the traditional single-resource library. The IMC is an organizational solution for integrating traditional library services with the variety of multimedia devices and materials necessary to contemporary educational practice. The concept grew from…

Presents five steps for establishing an organized plan for selecting and purchasing school library/media center furniture: (1) programming; (2) schematic design; (3) contract documents -- bid specification; (4) formatting price tables; and (5) coordination -- post-award to installation. Sidebar lists name and address of library furniture…