Library Hi Tech News: Volume 24 Issue 9/10

Open Access: Trends and Strategies after Berlin5

The purpose of this paper is to eview the papers presented at the international conference “Berlin5: from practice to impact. Consequences of knowledge dissemination”, 19‐21…

Notes from Educause 2007: On the Subject of Leadership

The purpose of this paper is to report on the conference, “Educause 2007”.

CERLIM: Libraries without Walls 7: A Visit to Remember!

Reports on the CERLIM‐organized conference “Libraries Without Walls 7”, Lesvos, Greece, 14‐18 September 2007.

Nigerian Library Association Annual Conference 2007

Presents a summary of the proceedings of the 2007 National Conference/AGM of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA) held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

23rd Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning

To report on the 23rd Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning held August 8‐10, 2007 in Madison, WI.Design/methodology/approach – Provides an overview of the conference…

Electronic Resources & Libraries, 2nd Annual Conference 2007: Another Perspective

The purpose of this paper is to report on the “Electronic resources and libraries” 2nd annual conference.

Choosing Software for a Digital Library

This article aims to outline steps for the inexperienced, including both internal and external considerations, to ensure informed choices when selecting digital library software.

“You Got to Have FAIFE”: The Role of Free Access to Information and Freedom of Information

The purpose of this paper is to provide a discussion of the activities carried out to promote intellectual freedom as a human right.

Microform and Digital Publishing

The purpose of this paper is to explore some of the issues surrounding the future of microfilm in a digital age with particular reference to historical archive materials.

Biblioteca de Babel: Developing University Libraries in Latin America

The purpose of this paper is to provide a brief review of a project in Latin American university libraries.

The Transformation of the Engineering Library: Changes at the University of Auckland, New Zealand

The Engineering Library, the University of Auckland’s latest state‐of‐the‐art and completely remodelled subject‐specific library, is proving extremely popular with its users. This…

Information Needs of Illiterate Female Farmers in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State

This study aimed to find out the information needs of illiterate female farmers in Ethiope East local government area of Delta State, Nigeria. Agriculture is the mainstay of…

Construction 101: New Building Tips for Technologists

New building construction and remodeling projects hold special challenges and opportunities for technologists. The purpose of this paper is to help technologists new to…

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