Library Information Services category: 2034 books
Building a Better Chinese Collection for the Library of Congress
Selected Writings
Language: English
Release Date: July 2, 2012
In this collection of essays written by the former head of the Library of Congress Chinese Collection, Chi Wang chronicles the modest beginnings of the Chinese Collection at the Library of Congress and his crusade to transform it into the largest collection and Chinese cultural presence outside Asia.
For...
Gaming Programs for All Ages at the Library
A Practical Guide for Librarians
Language: English
Release Date: June 20, 2018
Join librarian and lifelong gamer Tom Bruno on his quest to bring gaming to his library community, from bringing back classic board games such as Fireball Island to offering free play in the latest virtual reality games using the Oculus Rift or the HTC Vive!
Gaming Programs for All Ages at...
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Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2014
An MLIS can provide the skill set needed to get a library job, but building a library career means knowing how to maximize your potential every step of the way. Benefiting those fresh out of library school as well as experienced professionals, career librarians from every corner of the profession offer...
Reference Sources for Small and Medium-sized Libraries
Eighth Edition
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2014
Focusing on new reference sources published since 2008 and reference titles that have retained their relevance, this new edition brings O’Gorman’s complete and authoritative guide to the best reference sources for small and medium-sized academic and public libraries fully up to date. About 40 percent...
The Weeding Handbook
A Shelf-by-Shelf Guide
Language: English
Release Date: May 18, 2015
“No! We can’t rid of that!” Vnuk, author of the popular “Weeding Tips” column on Booklist Online, is here to show you that yes, you can. A library is an ever-changing organism; when done the right way, weeding helps a library thrive by focusing its resources on those parts of the collection...
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Language: English
Release Date: February 2, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: February 2, 2017
Intended for use by both librarians and students in LIS programs*, Academic Librarianship Today* is the most current, comprehensive overview of the field available today. Key features include:
Each chapter was commissioned specifically for this new book, and the authors are highly regarded academic...
Rethinking Reference for Academic Libraries
Innovative Developments and Future Trends
Language: English
Release Date: December 5, 2014
The rapid development of the Web and Web-based technologies has led to an ongoing redefinition of reference services in academic libraries. A growing diversity of users and the need and possibility for collaboration in delivering reference services bring additional pressures for change. At the same...
The Library
An Illustrated History
Language: English
Release Date: July 9, 2009
**“**The most democratic of institutions receives a fitting tribute. Packed with colorful photos, illustrations and archival materials” (BookPage).
Throughout the history of the world, libraries have been constructed, burned, discovered, raided, and cherished—and the treasures they’ve housed...
Young Adults Deserve the Best
YALSA's Competencies in Action
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2010
As high school enrollment continues to rise, the need for effective librarianship serving young adults is greater than ever before. "Young Adults Deserve the Best: Competencies for Librarians Serving Youth,” developed by Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA), is a document outlining...
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Language: English
Release Date: October 20, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: October 20, 2014
While academic librarians frequently discuss critical thinking and its relationship to information literacy, the literature does not contain an abundance of sources on the topic. Therefore, this works provides a current and timely perspective on the possible roles of critical thinking within the library...
by Nancy Evans
Language: English
Release Date: April 10, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: April 10, 2018
An essential "how-to" book for youth services librarians who are interested in effecting social change and offering a dynamic, relevant program for girls.
• Presents complete, low-cost program instructions and recommended resources for librarians who want to offer relevant and dynamic...
The Scope of Information Ethics
Challenges in Education, Technology, Communications, Medicine and Other Domains
Language: English
Release Date: January 31, 2019
The field of information ethics (IE)—a subdivision of ethics—was developed during the 1980s, originating and maturing in library science and slowly working its way into other disciplines and practical applications. Some years later, a secondary field emerged, emphasizing theoretical and philosophical...
Perspectives, Insights, & Priorities
17 Leaders Speak Freely of Librarianship
Language: English
Release Date: June 9, 2005
This extraordinary book defines and describes librarianship and library science through insightful and thoughtful essays contributed by 17 recognized leaders of the profession. While each essay presents a distinct perspective and approach, collectively they paint a picture of a humane and human profession...
Practical and Effective Management of Libraries
Integrating Case Studies, General Management Theory and Self-Understanding
Language: English
Release Date: January 20, 2010
Aimed at library science students and librarians with newly assigned administrative duties the book is about improving one’s thinking and decision making in a role as a library manager. Most librarians get very little exposure to management issues prior to finding themselves in a management role....