Introduction To Public Librarianship

Author : Kathleen de la Pena McCook,Jenny S. Bossaller,Felton Thomas Jr.
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838915066

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Introduction to Public Librarianship, Third Edition by Kathleen de la Pena McCook,Jenny S. Bossaller,Felton Thomas Jr. Pdf

Put simply, there is no text about public librarianship more rigorous or comprehensive than McCook's survey. Now, the REFORMA Lifetime Achievement Award-winning author has teamed up with noted public library scholar and advocate Bossaller to update and expand her work to incorporate the field's renewed emphasis on outcomes and transformation. This "essential tool" (Library Journal) remains the definitive handbook on this branch of the profession. It covers every aspect of the public library, from its earliest history through its current incarnation on the cutting edge of the information environment, including statistics, standards, planning, evaluations, and results;legal issues, funding, and politics;organization, administration, and staffing;all aspects of library technology, from structure and infrastructure to websites and makerspaces;adult services, youth services, and children's services;associations, state library agencies, and other professional organizations;global perspectives on public libraries; andadvocacy, outreach, and human rights. Exhaustively researched and expansive in its scope, this benchmark text continues to serve both LIS students and working professionals.

Author : Kathleen de la Peña McCook
Publisher : New York : Neal-Schuman Publishers
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UOM:39015060404319

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Introduction to Public Librarianship by Kathleen de la Peña McCook Pdf

Practitioners and students will find much of value in this essential source for learning about the successful management and functioning of public libraries today.

Author : Gobinda G. Chowdhury
Publisher : Facet Publishing
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781856046176

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Librarianship by Gobinda G. Chowdhury Pdf

Every profession needs an introductory text to its core body of knowledge. This definitive textbook is the most up-to-date introduction to the profession of librarianship for students and new entrants to the profession available. It is also the first to give a complete overview of all aspects of professional librarianship in the 21st century, and to offer authoritative analysis of modern libraries and librarianship. Key areas covered include: libraries and information services: evolution or revolution? information resources and services information organization and access library and Information users and society library technologies library and information management LIS education and training. Each chapter in this user-friendly text features clear learning aims and objectives and a list of revision questions to test and consolidate knowledge and understanding. Readership: Mapping onto course content for library and information studies in the US, UK and Australasia, this textbook also supports CILIP's Body of Knowledge and provides a single source of introductory explanations of library and information concepts for students. It is also the quintessential primer for new professionals.

Author : Steven K. Galbraith,Geoffrey D. Smith,Joel B. Silver
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-06-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781591588825

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Rare Book Librarianship by Steven K. Galbraith,Geoffrey D. Smith,Joel B. Silver Pdf

Successfully managing rare book collections requires very specific knowledge and skills. This handbook provides that essential information in a single volume. Rare Book Librarianship for the 21st Century is the first new rare books handbook of practice in 25 years. Authored by two special collections experts with extensive field experience, this book is also the first to discuss the role of digital technologies in managing a rare book collection. After a fascinating discussion of the history and current state of rare book libraries, this handbook provides a comprehensive account of the core skills and knowledge needed to be a successful rare book librarian. Topics include best practices for handling, housing, and conserving rare materials; collection development techniques; and user education and outreach. This book will serve as a handbook for practitioners in academic settings, large public libraries, and special libraries, and as a textbook for students in MLIS courses on rare book librarianship and curatorship.

Author : Kay Ann Cassell
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-02
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781538112694

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Public Libraries and Their Communities by Kay Ann Cassell Pdf

Public Libraries and Their Communities: An Introduction provide an overview of public librarianship today. It covers library organization, policy development, staffing, fiscal organization including funding sources and budgets, the legal framework, relationships with local and state governments, advocacy, services and service development for different age groups and for different groups of users, development of programming and outreach, collection development, promotion and marketing, and current issues and trends. In addition to context and concepts, the book uses many examples from both large and small public libraries to bring principles to life. Examples include real library policies, case studies, strategic planning, organization charts and library budgets. Many think that public libraries are not complicated to run.This book aims to show that public libraries are very complicated and require much skill on the part of the director, staff, and Board of Trustees to meet the needs of their local users.Advocacy and marketing have become important parts of the work of public libraries. Funding is always challenging so public libraries must constantly be making the local government and its citizens aware of the public library – its programs, collections, and services. This book's focus is on how public libraries reach beyond the walls of their buildings and touch the lives of their citizens.Meeting community interests and needs is essential for 21st century public libraries. For students the book offers discussion questions at the end of each chapter. These questions also provide discussion starters for public library staff development.

Author : Kate Hall,Kathy Parker
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2019-05-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838918593

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The Public Library Director’s Toolkit by Kate Hall,Kathy Parker Pdf

New public library directors quickly learn what seasoned directors already know: running a library means you’ve always got your hands full—balancing the needs of staff, patrons, facilities, library boards, and other stakeholders with professional responsibilities like community interactions, legal and financial requirements, and whole lot else that wasn’t exactly in the job description. Whether you are considering becoming a public library director, are brand new to the role, or have settled in but find yourself thinking “there’s got to be a better way,” authors Hall and Parker are here to help. This book walks you through the core components of getting up to speed and then provides templates, sample documents, checklists, and other resources that will make your job easier. Gleaned from their own decades of experience in library leadership positions, in this toolkit they - cover such key topics as employees, trustees, finances, legal issues, library policies, emergency planning, and technology; - discuss strategic planning and share advice on keeping up with trends; - offer nearly two dozen ready-to-use resources, including a Director’s Report Template, a Social Media Policy, an Employee Exit Questionnaire, a Library Cleaning Checklist, a Vision Statement worksheet, and more; and - suggest additional learning opportunities in each chapter to help you continue your learning journey. Public library directors can steer clear of common pain points by relying on the expert guidance and organizational aids in this toolkit.

Author : Jean Key Gates
Publisher : New York ; Toronto : McGraw-Hill
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015011735852

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Introduction to Librarianship by Jean Key Gates Pdf

Author : G. Edward Evans,Stacey Greenwell
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2018-01-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838916681

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Academic Librarianship by G. Edward Evans,Stacey Greenwell Pdf

This updated edition enables readers to understand how academic libraries deliver information, offer services, and provide learning spaces in new ways to better meet the needs of today's students, faculty, and other communities of academic library users.

Author : Kay Ann Cassell,Uma Hiremath
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781555708597

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Reference and Information Services by Kay Ann Cassell,Uma Hiremath Pdf

Search skills of today bear little resemblance to searches through print publications. Reference service has become much more complex than in the past, and is in a constant state of flux. Learning the skill sets of a worthy reference librarian can be challenging, unending, rewarding, and-- yes, fun.

Author : Barbara A. Alvarez
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2016-07-28
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838914816

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Embedded Business Librarianship for the Public Librarian by Barbara A. Alvarez Pdf

Loaded with recommended practices for increasing engagement and developing courses and programs for business owners, professionals, and job seekers in the community, this book points the way towards making the library an integral part of the business community in ways that are realistic and sustainable.

Author : G. Edward Evans,Anthony J. Amodeo,Thomas L. Carter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : STANFORD:36105028566755

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Introduction to Library Public Services by G. Edward Evans,Anthony J. Amodeo,Thomas L. Carter Pdf

This volume emphasizes the changes wrought by technology. Chapters are arranged by type of service - reference services and sources, bibliographic instruction, interlibrary loan, circulation, reserve services, special collections, serials, media services and government documents.

Author : Duncan Gray
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-12-14
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781000505382

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Fundamentals of Librarianship by Duncan Gray Pdf

This book, first published in 1949, grew out of a series of talks to young librarians preparing for the entrance exam of the Library Association, and the syllabus for this exam was used to provide section and chapter headings. The different types of library call for differing methods of administration, but there are certain essential principles common to all librarianship, which are here described.

Author : Edmund V. Corbett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1952
Category : Library science
ISBN : UOM:39015033875397

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An Introduction to Public Librarianship by Edmund V. Corbett Pdf

Author : M. Sandra Wood
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780789035950

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Introduction to Health Sciences Librarianship by M. Sandra Wood Pdf

Introduction to Health Sciences Librarianship covers a wide range of areas beyond traditional medical libraries. This helpful guide provides an overview of the health care environment, academic health sciences, hospital libraries, health informatics, and more. This single volume provides a sound foundation on health sciences libraries to students, beginning, and practicing librarians alike.

Author : Kristin Pekoll
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-05-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838918890

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Beyond Banned Books by Kristin Pekoll Pdf

This resource from Pekoll, Assistant Director of the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF), uses specific case studies to offer practical guidance on safeguarding intellectual freedom related to library displays, programming, and other librarian-created content.