Questioning Library Neutrality

Author : Alison Lewis
Publisher : Library Juice Press, LLC
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781936117260

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Questioning Library Neutrality by Alison Lewis Pdf

Questioning Library Neutrality: Essays from Progressive Librarian presents essays that relate to neutrality in librarianship in a philosophical or practical sense, and sometimes both. They are a selection of essays originally published in Progressive Librarian, the journal of the Progressive Librarians Guild, presented in the chronological order of their appearance there. These essays, some by academics and some by passionate practitioners, offer a set of critiques of the notion of neutrality as it governs professional activity, focusing on the importance of meaningful engagement in the social sphere.

Author : Karen P. Nicholson,Maura Seale
Publisher : Library Juice Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1634000307

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The Politics of Theory and the Practice of Critical Librarianship by Karen P. Nicholson,Maura Seale Pdf

This book features original research, reflective essays and conversations, and dialogues that consider the relationships between theory, practice, and critical librarianship through the lenses of the histories of librarianship, intellectual and activist communities, professional practices, and underexplored epistemologies and ways of knowing.

Author : Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF)
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-07-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838913253

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A History of ALA Policy on Intellectual Freedom by Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) Pdf

Collecting several key documents and policy statements, this supplement to the ninth edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual traces a history of ALA’s commitment to fighting censorship. An introductory essay by Judith Krug and Candace Morgan, updated by OIF Director Barbara Jones, sketches out an overview of ALA policy on intellectual freedom. An important resource, this volume includes documents which discuss such foundational issues as The Library Bill of RightsProtecting the freedom to readALA’s Code of EthicsHow to respond to challenges and concerns about library resourcesMinors and internet activityMeeting rooms, bulletin boards, and exhibitsCopyrightPrivacy, including the retention of library usage records

Author : American Library Association
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1953
Category : Libraries
ISBN : UIUC:30112060168629

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The Freedom to Read by American Library Association Pdf

Author : Samantha Schmehl Hines,David Ketchum
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-08-17
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781839094842

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Critical Librarianship by Samantha Schmehl Hines,David Ketchum Pdf

This book offers a timely mix of thought-provoking chapters bringing together national and global studies on critical librarianship, and conveying the kind of research which current library managers and researchers need, mixing theory with a good dose of pragmatism.

Author : Matthew Reidsma
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic information resource searching
ISBN : 1634000838

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Masked by Trust by Matthew Reidsma Pdf

"Examines library discovery systems to show how the algorithms that power them are not the neutral and unbiased systems that they are claimed to be, but are affected by the human biases of programmers and the commercial influences of their production"--

Author : Sofia Y. Leung,Jorge R. Lopez-McKnight
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780262043502

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Knowledge Justice by Sofia Y. Leung,Jorge R. Lopez-McKnight Pdf

Black, Indigenous, and Peoples of Color--reimagine library and information science through the lens of critical race theory. In Knowledge Justice, Black, Indigenous, and Peoples of Color scholars use critical race theory (CRT) to challenge the foundational principles, values, and assumptions of Library and Information Science and Studies (LIS) in the United States. They propel CRT to center stage in LIS, to push the profession to understand and reckon with how white supremacy affects practices, services, curriculum, spaces, and policies.

Author : Toni Samek,Moyra Lang,Keller R. Roberto
Publisher : Library Juice Press, LLC
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781936117444

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She Was a Booklegger by Toni Samek,Moyra Lang,Keller R. Roberto Pdf

"A compilation of reflections and tales from friends and other admirers who were influenced and inspired by Celeste West, a feminist librarian, lesbian, publisher, and activist"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Toni Samek
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-06
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780786450732

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Intellectual Freedom and Social Responsibility in American Librarianship, 1967-1974 by Toni Samek Pdf

Between 1967 and 1974, a number of librarians came together to push for change in the American Library Association. They soon prompted a majority of the profession to examine their role in the dissemination and preservation of culture and to ask basic questions about the terrain that the profession defends. A particular concern was the limitations to intellectual freedom (if any) that might arise in the pursuit of other perhaps equally worthy goals. The questions raised by this advocacy group were based on a relatively new concept of librarianly social responsibility that was partly an outgrowth of the civil rights and antiwar agitation of the period and partly a continuation of the proud traditions of the alternative press movement in the United States. The resulting dissension and turmoil exposed an inherent discrepancy not only between the rhetoric of ideals within the profession and the reality of practice but between librarians as agents of change--librarians' having a social agenda--and professional "neutrality" or the provision of information for all sides without taking sides. These conflicts have never been resolved. The reader will find in this book a fully researched presentation of the years of ferment and political infighting that brought the issues into such sharp focus.

Author : John M. Budd
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2007-11-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780313095221

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Self-Examination by John M. Budd Pdf

What makes us librarians? What is it we do that is indispensable? John Budd joins an august group of library-science luminaries, such as Pierce Butler, Jesse Shera, and Michael Gorman, whose works and example invite professional and critical self-examination. Here, Budd challenges us to confront the uneasy truth of whether libraries still represent people's will and intellect, or the cabalistic enclaves of an old guard? Through intellectually rich and engaging entrees into ethics, democracy, social responsibility, governance, and globalization, he makes the case that librarians who fail to grasp the importance of their heritage will never truly respond to societal change or the needs of the individual user.

Author : Richard Rubin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Information science
ISBN : 1555705189

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Foundations of Library and Information Science by Richard Rubin Pdf

The information infrastructure: libraries in context -- Information science: a service perspective -- Redefining the library: the impacts and implications of technological change -- Information policy: stakeholders and agendas -- Information policy as library policy: intellectual freedom -- Information organization: issues and techniques -- From past to present: the library's mission and its values -- Ethics and standards: professional practices in library and information science -- The library as institution: an organizational view -- Librarianship: an evolving profession -- Appendices.

Author : Nancy Kranich
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Computers
ISBN : 083890808X

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Libraries and Democracy by Nancy Kranich Pdf

From Librarian of Congress, James Billington, to founding director of the Center for the Book, John Cole, the leading-edge information specialists of the day share their insights on the role libraries play in advancing democracy.

Author : Michele Spatz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Consumer education
ISBN : UOM:39015079255256

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Answering Consumer Health Questions by Michele Spatz Pdf

Patrons seeking medical information are often trying to gain control following an upsetting diagnosis--working with them can be rewarding and difficult. In this practical, readable guide, consumer health reference expert Michele Spatz, gives you an understanding of the psychology of those seeking medical information and the skills necessary to respond usefully and appropriately. Spatz outlines the most common inquiries and behaviors of health information searchers and the most useful go-to resources. Sample librarian-patron interactions in every chapter give you useful strategies and scripts. Dozens of templates and forms and tips on everything from setting up the reference desk to encourage confidential inquiries to using body language to signal your availability will help you create a welcoming, empowering atmosphere in your library. Chapters on ethics and potential legal issues guide you through the nitty-gritty of what constitutes practicing medicine without a license, confidentiality requirements, and more. Sections on email, virtual, and telephone reference will help you establish clear guidelines, and creative tips on marketing to healthcare providers will help you forge valuable new partnerships. A section on self-care offers strategies for dealing with job-induced stress. Every information professional who helps patrons with health inquiries will want a copy of this useful, inspiring book.

Author : Andrea Baer,Ellysa Stern Cahoy,Robert Schroeder
Publisher : Assoc of College & Research Libraries
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Academic libraries
ISBN : 0838946526

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Libraries Promoting Reflective Dialogue in a Time of Political Polarization by Andrea Baer,Ellysa Stern Cahoy,Robert Schroeder Pdf

Reflective dialogue asks us to pause before reacting, to ground ourselves in a sense of compassion for ourselves and others, and to use that grounding to open a space to listen and to speak with the goal of recognizing a shared humanity and appreciating difference. In four sections, Libraries Promoting Reflective Dialogue in a Time of Political Polarization explores the various ways in which librarians experience and respond to political polarization and its effects, both in our everyday work and in our professional communities.

Author : Wayne A. Wiegand
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : HISTORY
ISBN : 9780190248000

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Part of Our Lives by Wayne A. Wiegand Pdf

Challenges conventional thinking and top-down definitions, instead drawing on the library user's perspective to argue that the public library's most important function is providing commonplace reading materials and public space. Challenges a professional ethos about public libraries and their responsibilities to fight censorship and defend intellectual freedom. Demonstrates that the American public library has been (with some notable exceptions) a place that welcomed newcomers, accepted diversity, and constructed community since the end of the 19th century. Shows how stories that cultural authorities have traditionally disparaged- i.e. books that are not "serious"- have often been transformative for public library users.