Education

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Launch of ‘living’ books breaks barriers between humanities and science

A series of 21 ‘living books’ has been launched online as part of a pioneering initiative designed to provide a bridge between the humanities and the sciences. The Living Books About Life series (Funded by JISC and published by the … Continue reading

New Materials and Products Samples on Display at Charing Cross Road Library

Library staff working with Jess Lertvilai from the Materials and Products Collection at Southampton Row Library, have created a display of the latest samples in the new display area at Charing Cross Road Library. The display shocases some of the latest products in fabric technology, eco … Continue reading

BFI Student Open Days 2010

  Wednesday 29th September to Wednesday the 6th October 1-5 pm Free film screenings, goodies, special offers and discounts. To book please RSVP to: education@bfi.org.uk For more information see Student Open Days

LGBT Display at Southampton Row Library

February is LGBT History Month To mark this, we at Southampton Row Library have created a display of significant imagery, both past and present, giving representation to a very diverse group of people. These images capture a diverse portrait, dealing … Continue reading

Ways into e-Resources

Library & Learning Resources has produced a new publication; ‘Ways into e-Resources’. This jargon buster & road map is designed to demystify e-resources and to help our users get started with the library online environment. Printed copies will be distributed … Continue reading

Iconic posters and works online

Tom Eckersley is one of the foremost British poster designers and graphic communicators of the twentieth century.  From the ‘Keep Britain Tidy’ campaign to advertisements for Gillette and Guinness, VADS is pleased to announce that a further 100 images from … Continue reading

Higher Education in a Web 2.0 World

Higher Education in a Web 2.0 World was published on 12th May 2009. This is the report of an independent Committee of Inquiry into the impact on higher education of students’ widespread use of Web 2.0 technologies.  The report looks … Continue reading

Dissertation Drop-in Sessions at LCC

  Working on your dissertation? Need help finding relevant books, journals, newspaper articles, reports or images? LLR at London College of Communication offer weekly drop-in sessions throughout the Summer term to help you find resources and plan and carry out … Continue reading