The Lexile Framework is an educational tool designed to assess the skill levels of readers and texts and to assign a Lexile measure. Follett will build this information into its software so students can be connected with books at the appropriate reading level. The company will add Lexile information to libraries existing MARC records. SIRS Mandarin releases NetSelect SIRS Mandarin, Inc. has introduced a new guide to Internet resources. It is integrated into the SIRS Knowledge Source online interface, allowing simultaneous searches of SIRS NetSelect and the companys reference databases, which include SIRS Researcher, SIRS Government Reporter, SIRS Renaissance and SIRS Discoverer.
Users can browse web sites by topic or search by keyword.
Every web site includes an overview of its content and authority. These include an online study guide for K-12 students, resources for parents and teachers, information on college planning, as well as a preschool learning section. Improvements to circulation and cataloging modules include search and replace, French and Spanish language support, and self check and return. It gives K-3 students the opportunity to practice both phonetic and phonemic skills through interactive activities and games. Students can also publish their own work complete with text, illustrations and sound.