Research: Content: Libraries
Spend some time exploring libraries currently on the web. The following list will provide some things to consider.
About Library - name, mission, philosophy, history, links to related agencies, updates
Blogs - current information and discussion
Contact Information - web developer, email contact, copyright, use statement
Communications - email updates, discussion groups
Current Events - announcements, library news, local news, and global news
Directories and Resource Guides - reference links, kids links, organizations, search tools
Disclaimer - statement of content responsibility; not responsible for external links
Electronic Books - e-book information and circulation
Electronic Databases - in-library access, home access, open access, password access
Employment - job posting
Events - regularly scheduled events (i.e., storytime, classes), special events, promotions
Fairs and Shows - book fairs, science fairs, art fairs
Frequently Asked Questions - circulation, reference, facilities
Geographic Information - location, address, map
Government and Local Resources - local, state/provincial, national, world
Instructional Materials - K12 subject areas, study skills, library use, Internet use, tutorials
Issues - intellectual freedom, copyright, citing sources
Online Catalog - access to print, electronic, visual, audio, and video resources
Online Clubs and Connections - discussion groups, book review sharing, ask-an-expert
Pathfinders - starting points and study guides for topics including print and electronic (i.e., web, audio, video)
People - personnel, board members, positions, responsibilities, photographs
Periodicals - print and electronic newspapers, journals, magazines
Policies and Procedures - guides, lists, documents, forms, rules
Program Archives - board agenda, minutes, newletters, and policies
Projects - information about current projects and activities
Promotional Materials - reading activities, book lists
Reference - online and print resources for information, data, statistics
Research and Information Skills - tutorials, guides, ideas, links, process information (i.e., Big6), citing sources, copyright, Internet tutorials
Resources - lists and guides to traditional resources (i.e., audiobooks, videos, CDs, books)
Review Sites - book, audio, video, and Internet review sites
Services - room scheduling, book reservations, online book renewals
Special Collections - photographs, virtual field trips & museums, audio & video collections
Subject Guides - starting points for topics related to specific groups (i.e., children, teens, teachers, librarians)
Virtual Reference Desk Assistance - email or chat communication, faqs
Virtual Tour - explore the center through photos, text, and/or audio and video
Volunteering - promotions, opportunities