Drexel University (Drexel University, CIST)

Drexel University College of Information Science and Technology, in collaboration with the University of Michigan, Florida State University, and the University of Pittsburgh, will transform the Internet Public Library (IPL) into a fully featured virtual learning laboratory for digital reference. The IPL is a public service organization founded at the University of Michigan and hosted by Drexel University. Enhancements that will result from this grant include digital reference learning objects available to faculty in all ALA-accredited LIS programs; a laboratory with access to new technologies used to offer digital reference service; and a collaborative learning community for faculty, students, and working librarians.