Archive for August 27th, 2007

Web Archives: Great Collections

Via Lifehacker.com Linked blocked by Bess:

Where the Web Archives Are Linked blocked by Bess

“Some of the most intriguing resources on the web are located in archives—compilations of data that in the past, could only be found by making appointments in dusty libraries. Today, I’m going to take you on a quick tour through some of the most fascinating archives on the web.”

Depending on your subject area focus, some of these resources can be an instructional gold mine. The categories discussed include the following: History, Multimedia, Print Media, Science, Web-Specific, and Government.

Remember, always exercise your good professional judgment and preview any resource before using it with or recommending it to your students.

Monday, August 27th, 2007