The following is from the State Library. Given the discontinuing of Transparent Language, I’ll sign us up for Mango languages which is more user-friendly anyway:
What’s Completed, What’s Ahead
Based on discussions and recommendations from the Online Resources Task Force, the State Library is moving forward with the process for securing new online resources related to these topic areas:
- Online Encyclopedia / General Reference Tool
- Homework Help
- Legal Forms
- Business & Residential Directories
- Library Customer Engagement and Training
- Grant Research Tool
Understandably, there is not a one-size-fits-all package of resources that will meet the needs of every Iowa library. But we believe that these types of resources will provide the most benefit to the broadest cross-section of Iowa libraries.
Resources Discontinuing July 1st
As a reminder, the following resources will be discontinued July 1, 2021:
- Gale Databases (including Chilton Library and Opposing Viewpoints)
- Credo
- Transparent Language
- Ebsco Wilson Core Collection
- OCLC FirstSearch (Note: we are working with OCLC to reach an agreeable subscription option for Iowa libraries that wish to remain with FirstSearch. Also, this change does not affect the CatExpress consortium)
We will provide additional reminders and guidance in the coming months to ease the transition to the new resources. Other resources are under different contract timelines and will continue to be offered in FY2022; these include: Bridges, Brainfuse, and Bold360 Chat.