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Knowledge is Infinite
IN THIS ISSUE
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
WWW/INTERNET
ERIC UPDATES
CUSTOMER SERVICE
STAFF PROFILE
ADDITIONAL HAPPENINGS
NLE PUBLICATIONS
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
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Becoming a Reality
Our recently completed report Access for All describes the National Library of Education as a new kind of library that is positioned to meet the challenges of the future. We have received many positive comments regarding our report and our proposed efforts. Thanks to all who have voiced their opinion.
We are striving to create a library that is virtual and collaborative, proactive and responsive, and creative and visionary while maintaining the highest standards of customer service.
Since the report's release, we have been working toward making that document a reality.
- We are in the planning stages for a United States Education Information Network with an organizational meeting scheduled for Fall.
- We have begun plans for a research program in collaboration with the National Research Institute for Postsecondary Education, Libraries, and Lifelong Learning.
- We have continued to upgrade our technology with the implementation of a new telephone system and customer service support software in addition to general computer enhancements.
- We are continuing our efforts to manage the Department of Education's web site and we are initiating new projects to handle distribution of all Departmental publications and to create a new National Clearinghouse on Educational Facilities.
- We are expanding our publications to include the series Advances in Education Research, and a new series on meta-analyses of education issues.
- We are developing a collaborative project with several higher education professional associations to create an information service for international students and educators.
- We are preparing to move into the Department's main building early in 1998. For the first time, the National Library of Education will be housed in the Department's headquarters. At that time, all of our collections will become publicly accessible and our on-line catalog should be available on the Internet.
Other articles in this issue of the Open Window describe some of these activities in more detail. I would like to encourage you to read about our efforts and how our services may be of benefit to you.
We are striving to make our Library a preeminent education information service. With your support, I know that we can succeed.
Sincerely, Blane K. Dessy Executive Director
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