Introduction to the Library and Information Professions, 2nd Edition
Second Edition
Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Language Arts, Library & Information Services
| Author: | Roger C. Greer, Susan G. Fowler, Robert J. Grover Professor Emeritus | ISBN: | 9781610691581 |
| Publisher: | ABC-CLIO | Publication: | June 11, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Libraries Unlimited | Language: | English |
| Author: | Roger C. Greer, Susan G. Fowler, Robert J. Grover Professor Emeritus |
| ISBN: | 9781610691581 |
| Publisher: | ABC-CLIO |
| Publication: | June 11, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Libraries Unlimited |
| Language: | English |
This comprehensive book prepares readers for a changing profession in the library and information field, presenting a holistic approach that examines theories and models and utilizes creative problem-solving strategies.
• Provides a current, detailed, and creative introduction to the library and information profession for students in LIS programs as well as practicing professionals seeking continuing education
• Presents a framework for thinking about the library and information profession through thoughtful models and theories, which place it in the context of general service professions in society
• Builds upon the works of such professional luminaries as Pierce Butler, Verner Clapp, Ralph Shaw, and Jesse Shera to create expanded theories and updated models
This comprehensive book prepares readers for a changing profession in the library and information field, presenting a holistic approach that examines theories and models and utilizes creative problem-solving strategies.
• Provides a current, detailed, and creative introduction to the library and information profession for students in LIS programs as well as practicing professionals seeking continuing education
• Presents a framework for thinking about the library and information profession through thoughtful models and theories, which place it in the context of general service professions in society
• Builds upon the works of such professional luminaries as Pierce Butler, Verner Clapp, Ralph Shaw, and Jesse Shera to create expanded theories and updated models
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