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Explore Kanopy’s “awe-inspiring” catalog

We are excited to introduce Kanopy BASE (KBASE), a dynamic collection of approximately 12,000 captivating films. As described by The New York Times, KBASE is truly “awe-inspiring,” offering a diverse range of content spanning documentaries, foundational cinema, career technical education videos, essential DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) videos, and much more.

KBASE provides seamless, unlimited access to thousands of titles, including many with public screening rights, all for one annual FTE-based fee with the exclusive MCLS discount. Designed with budgetary considerations in mind, KBASE empowers intellectual growth, fosters critical analysis, encourages dialogue, and sparks curiosity.

Take advantage of a free trial to explore the platform and check out the videos from drama to action, fantasy to crime, comedy to documentary. Discover why Kanopy is the right choice for you and your institution. Act now to secure your subscription before prices increase in July!

For more information, contact Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382.

Kanopy Spring Semester Town Hall

Did you miss the Kanopy Spring Semester Town Hall on Jan. 31? Don’t worry! You can catch up on all the updates and discussions by watching the recorded sessionUse passcode 2.sJtj9 when prompted. Feel free to share this recording with your faculty members so they can stay informed about the latest developments at Kanopy.


New offers from ProQuest: genealogy and newspaper products and O’Reilly workforce resources

If your library is looking to add new resources this year, particularly in genealogy or newspapers (historical or recent, national, or state collections) or considering a workforce development platform for your patrons, consider these resource offers from ProQuest:

  1. If you have access or an active subscription to any genealogy databases (Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest, and Fold3), you can add Newspapers.com World at 45% off. You can also add any one of those three databases for 35% off if you have at least one as an active subscription.
  2. Receive a 25-35% discount on ProQuest state, regional, and national collections—either historical or recent—including US Major Dailies, US and Global Newsstream, and Historical Newspapers MI and IN state packages.
  3. Offer your patrons O’Reilly for Public Libraries workforce development product for 15-20% off with additional 60-day free access prior to committing to subscription. O’Reilly for Public Libraries contains over 50,000 eBook titles and over 30,000 video and course learning content focused on business and technology. You can learn more by watching this O’Reilly for Public Libraries overview video.

Free trials are available. For more information or to request a quote or trial, reach out to Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382.


We invite you to explore Films On Demand

Films On Demand is a thoughtfully curated collection of academic videos that have a favorable impact on instruction, annual cost, content quality, and ease of use. We have arranged a trial of the Archival Films & Newsreels, Allied Health, and Art & Architecture collections so that you may view and browse Films On Demand’s award-winning content.

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Films On Demand‘s platform provides users with the content, tools, speed, and performance that today’s online experience demands. At?Films On Demand, content matters. The video library is assembled not just with a focus on volume, but also with a discerning eye for quality and relevance. It is the result of decades of careful curating with a single guiding principle: providing every academic department on campus with the most essential video titles for their field of study. Plus,?Films On Demand titles have won numerous awards, including Peabody, CLIO, Telly, Emmy®, CINE Golden Eagle Award,?Video Librarian?Best Documentary, FREDDIE Award, and many more!

We are offering a special promotion of 30% off any new Films on Demand subscription until March 31. If you are already a Films On Demand subscriber, you can add additional collections at a 30% discount.

For more information, contact Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382.


This year, Doody’s Core Titles® is a MUST-have

With thousands of new health sciences titles published each year, how do you know which titles remain relevant or are worth acquiring? Doody’s Core Titles® makes answering these questions a breeze! Selected by content experts and seasoned librarians, this annually published list of the most distinguished titles in 120+ health sciences specialties is the most popular collection development tool for health sciences librarians worldwide. The newest edition publishes in April, so now is the perfect time to equip yourself with this invaluable, and affordable, tool.

MCLS member libraries qualify for group purchasing rates. Contact MCLS Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382 to request a quote or trial.


Vendor and Product Lightning Rounds provide bite-sized presentations on MCLS products

What is a Lightning Round? It is a quick and easy way for members to learn about eResource products available through MCLS. Attendees hear from five vendors who are allotted 15 minutes each to present the best of their products plus updates and information. In 2024 MCLS will host four Lightning Round vendor events on Zoom, each focused on a different library type!

Registration is now open for our first quarter Vendor Lightning Round for public library members scheduled for Wednesday, March 13 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Eastern (9:30-10:30 a.m. Central).

 

 

After registering, you will receive Zoom access information. The list of participating vendors will appear in the March newsletter.

Additional Vendor Lightning Rounds take place second quarter for school library members, third quarter for medical library members, and fourth quarter for academic library members. Be sure to watch future newsletters for date announcements.


Cash in on MCLS members-only savings with Bloomsbury

Bloomsbury is pleased to offer MCLS members additional savings on the one-time purchase of several digital resources through May 31, 2024, with the steepest discounts running until Feb. 15, 2024. Berg Fashion Library subscribers save an extra 5% on the one-time purchase of the Bloomsbury Fashion Photography Archive and Bloomsbury Fashion Video Archive.

If you have any questions, or if you’d like to see title lists or set up free 30-day trials of any of these resources, please reach out to MCLS Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382.

Please note that Drama Online and Bloomsbury Collections are excluded from this sale.


American Psychological Association (APA) launches consortium deal for Academic Writer

Academic Writer is APA’s self-directed digital resource for supporting academic communities as they prepare students to meet the rigors of university research and writing. Unlike proofreading or writing tools, this revolutionary platform is designed to help users develop a solid academic writing foundation by combining pedagogical and self-paced learning tools with content management technology.

Reflecting the latest guidance of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.), Academic Writer assures libraries provide students and educators a level of accuracy, consistency, and confidence not available from any other source. Institutions can prepare students across a spectrum of disciplines and subjects that use APA Style.

Free trials are available. For more information or to request a quote or trial, reach out to Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382.


MCLS is offering members SpringShare, Library Market, and Communico options to replace DEMCO

MCLS is striving to help its members replace their existing DEMCO software by developing new vendor partnerships and working on special offers with existing partners.

  • Springshare and MCLS Group Purchasing have worked out a special offer for MCLS members. Now through Dec. 31, members are eligible for 15% off the total LibCal and Module (Lending Hub and/or Mapping) list price. If you would like to receive a link to the product demo recording, please email services@mcls.org.
  • Library Market and MCLS have partnered to offer MCLS members discounted pricing for LibraryCalendar. Each instance of LibraryCalendar is customized to meet your specific needs and provide a user-friendly experience for both patrons and your staff. LibraryCalendar comes with two modules which are managed from the same calendar, eliminating room and event conflicts, and giving staff a clear picture of events and reservations across the library. Contact us today to learn more about product features, to request a quote, and to see examples of their solutions.
  • Communico is an integrated suite of cloud-based applications built specifically for libraries. Join us for a product demo on Dec. 6 at 1-2 p.m. Eastern (12-1 p.m. Central).

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Reach out to Group Purchasing for more information and quotes at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382. Not an MCLS member? Join today so you don’t miss out on these deals!


American Psychological Association (APA) launches consortium deal for Academic Writer

Academic Writer is APA’s self-directed digital resource for supporting academic communities as they prepare students to meet the rigors of university research and writing. Unlike proofreading or writing tools, this revolutionary platform is designed to help users develop a solid academic writing foundation by combining pedagogical and self-paced learning tools with content management technology.

Reflecting the latest guidance of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.), Academic Writer assures libraries provide students and educators a level of accuracy, consistency, and confidence not available from any other source. Institutions can prepare students across a spectrum of disciplines and subjects that use APA Style.

Free trials are available. Reach out to Group Purchasing for more information and a quote at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382. 


MCLS members take 30% or more off World Trade Press products

World Trade Press is the world’s premier publisher of country-by-country information products for culture, travel, language, and food. WTP databases help students and teachers understand cultures of the world, learn languages, and become global citizens.

WTP employs a worldwide team of hundreds of professional researchers, writers, editors, database administrators, graphic designers, and web developers whose knowledge, experience, and expertise make their products possible.

MCLS members enjoy a 30% discount on annual subscriptions to products that support learners of all ages. WTP products are affordable for libraries of all types and sizes. Additional discounts apply when you subscribe to more than one product.

Visit our World Trade Press vendor page for a list of available products. To request a quote, reach out to MCLS Group Purchasing at services@mcls.org or 517-939-1382. Not an MCLS member? Join today!


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