Services for Libraries
Specialized services are offered to strengthen and enhance libraries and library services. Grants are available to support public libraries and multi-type library cooperative efforts. Development Services provides programs and assistance that enhances delivery of quality library service, including continuing education and library advocacy. Through MissIN, public libraries are able to offer Internet access to the general public.
All types of libraries have access to the Primary Resource Library collection through reference and interlibrary loan services. The State Documents Depository Program provides access to a collection of publicly issued publications of state government. Libraries participating in the depository program receive copies of the publications for their local collections. Support for resource sharing includes access to the OCLC Resource Sharing system. In 2005, public libraries will have the opportunity to participate in a Statewide Virtual Union Catalog and Interlibrary Loan System (VUC/ILL).
The Blind and Physically Handicapped Library Services (BPHLS) specializes in assisting libraries to serve the needs of individuals with visual impairments, physical limitations and reading disabilities. Books available in special formats may be searched through the BPHLS online catalog.
MAGNOLIA, a statewide consortium, provides online research databases for publicly funded public, academic and K-12 libraries.
Learn-a-Test provides practice tests and tutorials on a variety of skills required for today's workforce. This online learning service is available on a statewide level to all citizens from any Internet connection, once an account set-up has been provided by the local library.
The Mississippi Center for the Book is housed at the Library Commission and is concerned with promoting books, reading, libraries, and literacy in society.
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