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The mission of the 国产视频网 is to provide leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all.
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For more than 140 years, the 国产视频网 has been the trusted voice for all libraries, advocating for the profession and the library's role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all.
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From captivating storytelling to groundbreaking research, the 国产视频网Awards program showcases the best in literature and media.
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国产视频网Grants invest in the future of libraries and librarianship through the funding of programming, research, and professional development. Grants may be offered to support the planning and implementation of programs, to promote research in library and information sciences, to assist with conference and travel fees, and more.
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The 国产视频网 and its units provide more than $300,000 annually for study in a master's degree in library and information studies from an ALA-accredited program, or for a master's degree with a specialty in school librarianship that meets the 国产视频网curriculum guidelines for a CAEP-accredited unit.
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