Sponsors

IASL 2023 Sponsors

[in progress]

Sponsors interested in supporting IASL 2023 are welcome!

The conference venue offers a comfortable and luminous exhibition area, in a wide corridor in-between the gardens and the main buildings..

Lightning talks, technical seminars, workshops by sponsors can be included in the conference programme, according to the agreements with the Conference Organizing Committee.

For any equiry and further info, please, mail to:  Dr. Anna Cascone, acascone@lasalle.org.

IASL 2023 thanks the following sponsors (in alphabetical order) and those who have already expressed their interest (and will be joining us soon)!

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is the preeminent provider of online research content and search technologies serving academic, school and public libraries around the world. From research, acquisition management, subscription services to discovery and analytics, EBSCO provides institutions with access to content and resources to serve the information and workflow needs of their users and organizations.

EBSCO provides school libraries with reliable information resources and technology solutions to support student research, curriculum delivery and information literacy skills development.

For more information, visit the EBSCO website at https://www.ebsco.com/schools 

Moreover, the new Explora experience for schools ensures that students, educators and library patrons can quickly find the reliable information they need to complete homework and research projects, deliver robust school curriculum, achieve their professional goals and satisfy their intellectual curiosity. For more information, visit the EBSCO Explora webpage: https://www.ebsco.com/products/explora or check out this tutorial: https://www.ebsco.com/resources/introducing-new-explora-experience


Editrice Bibliografica was established in 1974 in Milan as a publishing house specialized in sectors such as publishing, communication, research, library and information science. It represents an important reference point for library professionals, thanks to the wealth of library science handbooks and essays, «Biblioteche oggi» (a monthly library journal, since 1983), «Biblioteche Oggi Trends» (a biannual library journal), the organization of  Convegno Stelline (a not-to-miss yearly meeting, since 1995, for library professionals), inlcuding BiblioStar (the library supplier fair) and the sessions specifically addressed to schools and school libraries which is called Convegno Scuola (registration 2023), and, last but not least, the coordination of Associazione Biblioteche Oggi, an association that was established in 2010 with the aim of exploiting the "Convegno Stelline" . 

Follett https://www.follett.com/

Since 1873, educators have trusted Follett as a partner in the mission to build confident, independent, and well-rounded students. For librarians, Follett can help you build a diverse collection of print and digital resources that support every student. For teachers, the Follett universe of materials includes curated, standards-aligned, and customizable tools, plus an extensive selection of the books kids want to read.  For administrators, Follett-powered technology can help you track investments, maximize resources, and tap into student data. From content to technology, Follett helps educators unlock potential in more than 45 million students worldwide.

MAKROS, “The smart way of Preservation” (www.makrositalia.com)

Makros SRL creates functional archiving systems for the protection and preservation of cultural heritage, such as parchments, paintings and art, furnishings and documents. Clients, from national and international tender invitations, are mainly institutions: museums, libraries, law courts, banks, universities and colleges, cultural and ecclesiastical institutions. 

Makros created the BLOCKFIRE patent back in 2011 for the fire protection aspect of our product, main reason for its recognition worldwide. Since then we have developed six other patents that allow us to protect your valuable possessions, apart from fire, also from: water and bacteria, two of the main causes of deterioration. The patents are recognized internationally in 15 European countries, China, USA and Canada and per request it’s possible to combine them for an enhanced performance.

Makros operates on a National and International scale (in this case with our branch firm Makros Project SRL).

Makros SRL uses technology and IT at its best for the protection of your valuable object, and in regards of the arts, we offer the preservation of cultural identity and memory of Countries and civilizations. The company has the help of a technical and scientific committee for the research and development aspect of its functioning.

MLOL Scuola https://www.medialibrary.it/home/index.aspx 

MLOL Scuola is a digital lending platform for Italian schools of all levels, accessible 24/7. It is currently the largest collection of digital objects for school libraries available in Italy. On MLOL Scuola, students, teachers, and parents can borrow ebooks from leading Italian publishers and editorial groups from a catalog of over 85,000 titles; access an international newsstand with over 7,000 newspapers and magazines; and borrow or consult online many other commercial resources (audiobooks, music, etc.) selected by the school based on its own needs and availability. In addition to these commercial resources, every MLOL Scuola user has access to a collection of always accessible digital objects selected for our open digital library, called openMLOL, including over 3 million open access resources: a completely free selection of ebooks, audiobooks, musical scores, audio and video resources, e-learning, maps, and much more.

OCLC (www.oclc.org) is a global library organization that provides shared technology services, original research, and community programs for its membership and the library community at large. We are librarians, technologists, researchers, pioneers, leaders, and learners. With thousands of library members in more than 100 countries, we come together as OCLC to make information more accessible and more useful (see, for instance, WorldCat  www.oclc.org/en/worldcat.html that is relevant for all type of libraries, including school libraries).

Whether we’re supporting advancements on the leading edge of science or helping children build a strong learning foundation, shared knowledge is the common thread. People can find the answers they need to solve important problems in their lives, in their communities, and in the world. Together we make breakthroughs possible. Both big and small. Because what is known must be shared®. 

Pearson is the world’s leading learning company, creating vibrant and enriching digital learning experiences designed for real-life impact. 

PROMAL SrL (www.promal.com) EN 

Promal has been offering innovative and quality solutions since 1986, for over 35 years, specializing in cultural (libraries, bookstores, cultural spaces, museums), commercial (books, music, cinema), and office sectors. The company offers individual elements or an entire “turnkey” assortment, ensuring flexibility for the future and accurate design. The production quality is guaranteed by the continuous innovation and the certifications obtained.