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Rediscover LearningExpress
Posted on September 21, 2011 | 1 CommentHas this happened at your library? A patron wanders in and heads over to the Non-fiction section looking for a 2011 0r even 2012 edition of a GED Preparation book, or maybe a study guide for EMT Basic Exam. Will they find just what they need or will they leave frustrated? Keeping test books up-to-date [...] -
2011 Kansas Notable Books Program on KPR
Posted on September 14, 2011 | 1 CommentKansas Public Radio (KPR) has posted online a two-part series from KPR Present on the 2011 Kansas Notable Book honorees from the Kansas Center for the Book, part of the State Library of Kansas: Part One aired 8/28/11: The best new books by Kansans or about Kansas, selected by the Center for the Book at the State [...] -
Kansas Databases: We talked about it
Posted on August 9, 2011 | 3 CommentsJo Budler, Kansas State Librarian, conducted the first (of many) focus groups today at NEKLS to discuss and gather feedback on database licensing and prioritization. Jo gave us an overview of the history, funding and decision-making process of the past and shared her vision for a more participatory and thoughtful process for the future. Today’s [...] -
Kansas Databases: Let’s Talk about it
Posted on July 19, 2011 | No CommentsThe future of statewide database licensing is facing major changes change due to the loss of Kan-ed funding and other factors. The State Library of Kansas would like to take a fresh look at this issue and select databases for statewide licensing in a more planned and thoughtful manner. The views of the Kansas Library [...] -
3M Cloud Library: a new option in library ebook service
Posted on July 1, 2011 | No CommentsKansas libraries will soon be participating in a test of the 3M “Cloud Library” ebook service as a possible replacement for Overdrive. I had the opportunity to participate in a demo and discussion of this service at the American Library Association Conference. I see three issues that we should be alert to with the 3m [...] -
Getting Started with LearningExpress Library
Posted on November 3, 2010 | No CommentsReady to start using Learning Express Library and the Job and Career Accelerator with your patrons and/or students? Here are several resources to get you started, including descriptions of the services, webinars, a press release, marketing materials, and ideas from librarians about using LearningExpress in your library. What is LearningExpress Library? LearningExpress Library is an interactive online learning [...] -
Accessing LearningExpress Library
Posted on November 3, 2010 | 1 CommentAccessing Learning Express Library just got easier. Now with 10 easy steps you too can have access to Learning Express Library. With access to this awesome service, patrons can improve job search skills, prepare for career certification, raise college entrance test scores, and improve 21st century basic skills all possible with just the click of a mouse. For more resources on [...] -
Statewide Database Package announcement
Posted on May 10, 2010 | No CommentsFrom Patti Butcher at the State Library of Kansas: The State Library of Kansas is announcing some changes to our statewide database package beginning August 1, 2010. The new focus of products available to everyone in the state, from preschool to seniors, allows us to expand our offerings in some needed areas. Products to be added include: From Gale [...] -
LearningExpress Library Signs on with State Library
Posted on May 9, 2010 | No CommentsNews Release from the State Library of Kansas: For Kansas job seekers, new help has arrived. The State Library of Kansas just inked a three-month trial deal with LearningExpress Library to offer extensive online resources including occupational and scholastic practice tests, skill-building courses and a segment of the service titled, “Job and Career Accelerator.” “This is a [...]