Some essential components of "keeping current" with trends and new developments in the school library field for library media specialists includes attending conferences and reading professional literature. Beginning in May 2007, one article on "keeping up" each year has been devoted to summarizing the major themes in conferences and professional…

This article provides a brief history of the development of library subject guides (often referred to as pathfinders) from the late 1800s to the present. During this period, subject guides have changed both their focus and format. The needs of academic institutions at the turn of the 20th century were very different than they are today, and…

Reviews three basic Internet functions, i.e. communications such as e-mail, remote logon, and file transfer, and highlights useful Internet resources for media technologists in each. Several useful tools to aid in using the Internet are discussed, including gopher, World Wide Web, Veronica, and WAIS (Wide Area Information Server). (LRW)

Documents the different steps and strategies needed to legally archive and preserve educational film and media prints. Addresses archiving a film and creating a derivative, circulating copy; determining out-of-print titles; determining if a film is unique or an orphan film; and determining if a film is in the public domain. (Author/LRW)

The 1975 buyer's guide has been designed to be the most complete, up-to-date reference aid available. The range of goods and services used by trainers is divided into the broad categories of: software and services--format, software, and services; training area (audio, furniture, instructional equipment, program controllers, projectors and…

Identifies types of assistance available to librarians preparing user education programs, some of which have already been developed, and proposes further exploration of ways in which librarians can be helped to educate their users. (Author/CWM)

Argues for a more creative use of media and for a more personal involvement in media selection. Lists resources to help in this activity. (FL)

Provides a comprehensive bibliography on the preservation of educational films and other educational media formats. Lists significant Web meta-sites then lists resources under the subject headings of film preservation, including standards and consortia; film archives; and legal issues, including copyright. (Author/LRW)

Teachers can create support materials to help maximize computer software efficiency in the curriculum. Guidelines for developing descriptive, teacher-oriented, and student-oriented supplementary materials are offered. (DF)

Offers a selective list of examples of types of media that are now available for use in religious education for adults. Materials for the following program areas are discussed: planning, parish renewal, human and spiritual development, prayer and worship, Bible study and prayer, and justice education. (Author/LLS)

Describes how the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, second edition (AACR2) can be used by school libraries for both print and non-print materials. An overview of AACR2 is given, as well as information on networking and suggestions for adopting the code. An annotated list of 12 suggested readings is included. (BK)

Discusses the Canadian Film Distribution Center, an organization that assists teachers in selecting films and videos for classroom use by synthesizing responses of teachers and reactions of students to various materials. Explains how to order films and videos, and provides descriptions of representative films and videos. (DB)

This column notes some recent films, filmstrips, instructional television programs, and free pamphlets that may motivate students toward healthy living, allay fears of illness, and clarify needed facts. (Author)

Several issues related to the educational uses of varied resources must be addressed in order to successfully implement resource-based learning environment. This paper traces the changing nature of resources and perspectives in their use for learning in the digital age, describes the overarching structures of resource-based learning environments,…

Examines the learning resources center cooperative as a tool for dealing with technological change and human resources development. Describes the Northern Illinois Learning Resources Cooperative as a model, highlighting benefits such as the cooperative purchase of supplies, equipment, and educational materials; resource sharing; staff development;…