Developing a Digital National Library for Undergraduate Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology Education

In 1996, the National Science Foundation (NSF) released a report about ways to improve undergraduate science, mathematics, engineering, and technology (SME&T) education. One recommendation called for establishing a digital library, similar to those that are being constructed for many research communities, that would make available electronically a wide variety of materials for improving teaching and learning of SME&T.The NSF asked the National Research Council to examine the feasibility of and issues associated with establishing such a digital national library. In response, an NRC steering committee commissioned a series of papers and convened a workshop to consider these issues. This resulting book delineates the issues that should be considered and provides recommendations to resolve them prior to committing funds.Table of ContentsFront MatterExecutive SummaryIntroductionSummary of the WorkshopSynthesis and ConclusionsSteering Committee RecommendationsLiterature CitedAppendix AAppendix BAppendix CAppendix D