Intellectual Freedom Manual (ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom) [Paperback]

American Library Association (Author)

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Since the fourth edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual was published (Professional Reading, LJ 7/92), the Office of Intellectual Freedom (IFC) has adopted three new Interpretations of the Library Bill of rights. These newly published Interpretations establish policies for "Access to Library Resources and Services Regardless of Gender or Sexual Orientation," "Economic Barriers to Information Access," and "Universal Right to Free Expression." Although the IFC has prepared an Interpretation on "Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks," the final draft has not yet been adopted by the ALA Council and is not included in the new edition. Other features of this publication include guidelines for the development of policies on access to materials, user behavior, and library usage. There is also a chapter on how to deal with organized pressure groups and an updated bibliography. This convenient reference to the profession's intellectual freedom policies is recommended for all libraries.?Eloise R. Hitchcock, Tennessee Technological Univ. Lib., Cookeville
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 393 pages
• Publisher: American Library Association; 5th edition (December 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 083890677X
• ISBN-13: 978-0838906774
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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