Latest Internet resources added to Intute: Social sciences

International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA)

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

�ITSA is the first China-based global academic association on tourism research in the world. As a non-profit organization, the objectives of ITSA are to bridge the gap between West and East in tourism and hospitality research, to provide a forum for exchange of research ideas and good research practices in tourism studies among scholars around the world with a particular focus on the developing countries and to diffuse research findings for the benefits of the tourism industry.�

Bureau of Social Tourism (BITS)

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

�The International Bureau of Social Tourism (BITS) is an international non-profit association, whose aim is to promote access to tourism for all, and more particularly for low-income population groups. BITS members include associations, trade unions, cooperatives, private organizations, as well as public authorities in charge of tourism.� The website includes further information about the organisation; its structure, partner organisations and relevant documentation. In addition, there are details of relevant news, events and resources. There is also a members only area.

International Olympic Academy

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

The International Olympic Academy was established by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 1949 and officially inaugurated in June 1961 as "the intellectual expression of the Olympic Movement". Its website contains information about the IOA vision and the Olympic Movement, as well as contact details for the individual National Olympic Academies.

There are also details of publications, a link to an archive of video streams and pictures from recent IOA sessions and downloadable reports of the Young Participants sessions from 1961 to 2001, and the Special Sessions from 1997 to 2001 (large PDF files). Each volume contains reports of the session proceedings and papers on Olympic or sports related topics by academics, researchers and sports professionals from around the world. There is a site search facility.

Cycle sense : skills and confidence on the road

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

This is a 16 page brochure (PDF, 2007) from the London cycling campaign, which aims to build the confidence of cyclists not used to cycling in busy traffic; especially in London. The brochure deals with issues such as assertiveness, safety, cycle maintenance, visibility, positioning, manoeuvres, the Highway Code and gives advice on training.

Journal of Economic Literature (JEL)

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

The Journal of Economic Literature (JEL) is an academic journal that began publication in 1969 under the auspices of the American Economic Association (AEA) with quarterly issues and continues to this day. It aims "to help economists keep up with the ever-increasing volume of economics research. This goal is effected by publishing survey articles and essays, book reviews, and an extensive bibliographic guide to the contents of current economics periodicals". AEA Members are entitled to receive JEL and e-JEL (an online version) as part of their membership benefits. e-JEL includes the articles and book reviews from the current JEL issue. e-JEL is free to AEA members and is not available to institutional subscribers. Check to see whether your institution is a subscriber.

British Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (BSCTA)

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

This website provides information about the British Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (BSCTA) and swimming. Categories include membership, regional information, swimming news, coach profiles. There is a separate section for members and it is possible to register for regular updates by email. Links to external related sites are also provided.

Journal of public economics

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

The Journal of Public Economics is a peer reviewed academic journal in the field of economics. It aims to encourage original scientific contributions on the problems of public economics, with particular emphasis on the application of modern economic theory and methods of quantitative analysis. It provides a forum for discussion of public policy of interest to an international readership. Users should check to see whether their institution has a subscription to the journal.

2010 Legacies Now

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

�2010 Legacies Now was created in 2000 to build support for Vancouver�s bid for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games and ensure a stronger sport system in BC. They are now dedicated to developing community legacies leading up, during and beyond the 2010 Games. As a not-for-profit organization, 2010 Legacies Now aims to strengthen not just sport and recreation, but also the arts, literacy, healthy living, accessibility and volunteerism.�

Imperial War Museum: YouTube channel

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

This is the YouTube Channel of the Imperial war Museum, which covers conflicts in which British troops were involved from 1914 to the present day. Its YouTube channel supplements the main museum website, offering free access to video films relating to its exhibitions and collections. Topics covered by this include the First World War, Second World War, Korean War, Falkland�s war, Gulf war and the impact of war on the home front, on individuals and society. They also include interviews with museum staff and curators and some historic footage from the archives. Copyright and technical information is displayed on the website.

UNM live

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

UNM Live provides free access to audio recordings, podcasts and YouTube videos of events (conferences, lectures and meetings) involving University of New Mexico students, faculty, staff and guests. A wide range of subject areas from the social sciences are covered including politics and current world affairs, business and management and Latin American studies. There is also a large collection of materials relating to Anthropology. Topics covered by these include indigenous Native American Indians. Copyright and technical information is displayed on the website. Most items date from 2009 onwards.

Elecciones generales de la Rep�blica de Costa Rica - 7 de febrero de 2010

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

This is the official webvsite of the electoral observation mision of the OAS Organisation of American States (Organizaci�n de los Estados Americanos (MOE/OEA) to the 2010 Costa Rican elections. It provides information in Spanish about the aims, mission, methods and findings of the mission. This includes access to press releasses, full text reports and photographs from the misison. Topics covered include the conduct of the elections, stats of the electoral system and democracy in Costa Rica.

Open government directions: a A resource for federal managers in the age of open government

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

Open Government Directions is a joint project of AmericaSpeaks and Ascentum. It is seeking to open access to American government information and data online. The website serves as a forum for discussing and analysing new trends and projects. It includes blog entries on new resources, case studies, comment on US government open government initiatives and tools for website developers seeking to increase citizen participation in local and national politics using web 2.0 and the Internet.

Social networking and constituent communication: member use of Twitter during a two-week period in the 111th Congress

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

This site provides free access to Congressional Research Service report R41066 by Matthew Eric Glassman et al which was published in February 2010. The 17 page report is interesting for those researching the evolution of political communication. It presents the results from a 2 week study of use of Twitter by US Congress members in August/ September 2009. It includes statistics on total number of tweeters, tweets sent, and content of the postings.

International Skyrunning Federation (ISF)

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

The International Skyrunning Federation was founded in 2008 in Canazei, Italy, replacing the Federation for Sport at Altitude (FSA). Skyrunning is defined as "running in the mountains above 2,000 metres altitude where the climbing difficulty does not exceed II degree grade and the incline does not exceed 40 per cent". The main aims of the ISF are "the direction, regulation, promotion, development and furtherance of the sport of skyrunning and similar multisport activities at altitude on a worldwide basis in accordance with the Olympic charter". These include SkyMarathon, Vertical Kilometer, SkySpeed, SkyBike (duathlons) and SkyRaid (team events combining other sports such as cycling, skiing or climbing)

The ISF website contains news; information about the ISF; results, records and rules; a mini guide to suitable shoes and an overview of current research including the Peak Performance Project which investigates athletic performance at high altitudes. There are also video clips and an email newsletter.

Infinity Journal

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 00:00:01 GMT

Infinity Journal is an open access ejournal and social networking site which aims to appeal to young professionals, graduate students and progressive thinkers. It publishes online articles, blogs and opinion pieces all aspects of politics, international affairs and international relations. Materials are available from 2009 onwards.