Ronald Li's Library Science 11 Blog

Ten books the learning commons currently does not have: Bone. [1], Out from Boneville - Jeff Smith  This is a book I've read before and a series which I believe is particularly interesting. This book should be purchased because although the learning commons has varying parts of the book series, it does not have this one, the forefront of the series. Philosophy. - Kevin Perry  In the learning commons, there aren't many comprehensive texts on philosophy and the inward contents of philosophy. Much of the information is convoluted and limited to certain niches. This book should be purchased so that if wanted, a reader can get a wider scope on the topic of philosophy. This is a book I'd personally like to see in the learning commons. They Both Die At The End - Adam Silvera "They Both Die At The End" is a slice of life book which puts us through the perspective of a pair of friends who live their last day together. This book is directed toward teens and envi...

Current Events: https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/21/technology/fcc-net-neutrality.html Firstly, what is net neutrality? Net neutrality is the principle that internet providers and the government must treat all packets of data on the internet equally. Currently, the F.C.C (Federal Communications Commission) is looking to repeal the set of laws implemented which grants everyone equal access to the internet. What are the implications of the F.C.C's plan to repeal net neutrality? Previously, the rules were made so that ISPs (Internet Service Providers) were required to give consumers equal access to all online  content. With the repealing of these rules, it would allow ISPs like Verizon to block apps, slow websites, and charge fees to control what you see & do online. Ajit Pai, the chairman of the F.C.C. states that "internet service providers [are required] to be transparent about their practices so that consumers can buy the service plan that’s best for them". Wer...