Overview
"Libraries, havens for the free exchange of ideas and information, face wide-ranging challenges relating to privacy and censorship from government, special interest groups, and others. With the updated seventh edition of the ""Intellectual Freedom Manual"", librarians have practical support at hand to address these troubling problems. This bible for intellectual freedom includes the most up-to-date intellectual freedom guidelines, policies, and interpretations of the Library Bill of Rights, along with the ALA Code of Ethics and Freedom to Read Statement. Eight newly Amended policies include: Access for Children and Young Adults to Nonprint Materials; Access to Electronic Information, Services, and Networks; Access to Library Resources and Services Regardless of Sex, Gender Identity, or Sexual Orientation; Access to Resources and Services in the School Library Media Program; Exhibit Spaces and Bulletin Boards; Free Access to Libraries for Minors; Labels and Rating Systems; and Restricted Access to Library Materials. The substantively revised policies include: Policy on Government Intimidation; The Freedom to Read Statement; and the Policy Concerning Confidentiality of Information about Library Users. New articles from leading experts address timely issues. Now, like never before, libraries must stand strong as beacons of intellectual freedom for all. ALA's ""Intellectual Freedom Manual"" provides the answers they need."
Full Product Details
Author: Office for Intellectual Freedom ,
Office for Intellectual Freedom ,
Office for Intellectual Freedom
Publisher: American Library Association
Imprint: ALA Editions
Edition: 7th Revised edition
Dimensions:
Width: 15.20cm
, Height: 3.00cm
, Length: 22.90cm
Weight: 0.748kg
ISBN: 9780838935613
ISBN 10: 0838935613
Pages: 277
Publication Date: 30 December 2005
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Replaced By: 9780838935903
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Inactive
Availability: In Print
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.
Reviews
... this manual continues to be the primary, authoritative source on intellectual freedom policy, procedure and application for public, academic, special and school libraries. It is a 'must buy' for every library and a 'should buy' for every librarian. - Library Acquisitions: Practice & Theory
Author Information
ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) is charged with implementing the intellectual freedom policies of the American Library Association through educating librarians and the public about the concept of intellectual freedom as embodied in the Library Bill of Rights, the Association's basic policy on free access to libraries and library materials. In order to meet its educational goals, the Office undertakes information, support, and coordination activities.
