Virtual Reference Desk

Category for web sites that provide expert assistance in finding answers to questions. Subject experts or librarians either answer your question directly, or suggest a strategy for finding an answer on your own.

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Best Information on the Net - Internet resources selected by librarians at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. Includes a reference desk, a hot paper topics file, sites for many academic disciplines, and internet training resources.
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The Internet Research Clinic - Useful resources and links for UK based media librarians and information researchers.
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Dictionary.com - Online English dictionary, thesaurus and reference guide. Includes word games, online translator, and word of the day feature.
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The Virtual Reference Desk - A clearinghouse of information for online Q&A practitioners, as well as a locator service to help users find an appropriate "Ask-A" service. The Virtual Reference Desk aims to link the K-12 education community to experts in many fields.
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MyWebLibrarian.com - Chat reference service offered to patrons of participating Illinois libraries.
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Librarians also Help on Web - Article from Central Michigan Life detailing the virtual reference services from the Park Library of Central Michigan University.
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National Museum of American Art - Features the work of American artists.
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