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Direct linkAnn Medaille – ALA Editions, 2023
Demonstrating how learning theories are applicable to a variety of real-world contexts, this book will help library workers better understand how people learn so that they can improve support for instruction on their campuses and in their communities. From makerspaces to book clubs, from media facilities to group study spaces, from special events…
Descriptors: Library Personnel, Libraries, Librarians, Learning Theories
Weible, Cherie L., Ed.; Janke, Karen L., Ed. – ALA Editions, 2011
In their definitive new "Interlibrary Loan Practices Handbook", editors Weible and Janke clearly explain the complexities of getting materials from outside the library for patrons. This collection presents a complete view of the interlibrary loan (ILL) process, with contributions from all areas of the technical services community, providing: (1)…
Descriptors: Library Personnel, Copyrights, Library Services, Best Practices
Jerrard, Jane; Bolt, Nancy; Strege, Karen – ALA Editions, 2012
This timely special report from ALA Editions provides a succinct but comprehensive overview of the "privatization" of public libraries. It provides a history of the trend of local and state governments privatizing public services and assets, and then examines the history of public library privatization right up to the California…
Descriptors: Privatization, Public Libraries, Library Services, State Legislation
Griffiths, Jose-Marie; King, Donald W. – ALA Editions, 2011
The latest and most comprehensive assessment of public librarians' education and career paths to date, this important volume reports on a large-scale research project performed by authors Jose-Marie Griffiths and Donald W. King. Presented in collaboration with the Office for Research and Statistics (ORS), the book includes an examination of trends…
Descriptors: Employment, Public Libraries, Library Role, Trend Analysis
Linworth, 2012
If you're new to running a library or looking for a refresher, this book can serve as your first reference source for school library operation, providing overview information on a wealth of topics, lists of resources for more in-depth information, and coverage of current topics such as Web 2.0, fundraising, digital booktalks, and cybersafety.…
Descriptors: Fund Raising, Library Administration, School Libraries, Library Automation
Reed, Lori; Signorelli, Paul – ALA Editions, 2011
The best kind of learning is that which never ends--and a culture of training means that staff will be more flexible and responsive to new ideas and strategies, imperative in today's libraries. In this practical resource, leading workplace trainers Reed and Signorelli offer guidance on improving the effectiveness of training programs. Their book…
Descriptors: Workplace Learning, Library Personnel, Public Libraries, Library Services
Johnson, Peggy – ALA Editions, 2009
In this fully updated revision, expert instructor and librarian Peggy Johnson addresses the art in controlling and updating your library's collection. Each chapter offers complete coverage of one aspect of collection development, including suggestions for further reading and a narrative case study exploring the issue. Johnson also integrates…
Descriptors: Library Services, Case Studies, Administrative Policy, Library Administration
Meola, Marc; Stormont, Sam – 2002
This guide discusses the essentials of live virtual reference, preparing for virtual reference, and implementing and incorporating virtual reference. Chapter 1, "Understanding Live Virtual Reference," lays out what virtual reference is and how it compares to other forms of reference. Chapter 2, "Offering Live Virtual Reference," presents ten…
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Electronic Libraries, Internet, Library Personnel
Strauch, Katina, Ed. – 2003
This proceedings of the 2001 Charleston Conference on library science contains the keynote address and the text of 27 presentations discussing the latest developments in the digital environment, serials, collection development, books and publishing, consortia, and personnel development as follows: "The Trends They Are A'Changing" (Tom Sanville);…
Descriptors: Consortia, Information Technology, Library Collection Development, Library Networks
Belcastro, Patricia – 1998
This manual provides librarians and library managers with a performance appraisal system that measures staff fairly and objectively and links performance to the goals of the library. The following topics are addressed: (1) identifying expectations for quality service or standards of performance; (2) the importance of a library's code of service,…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Evaluation Methods, Improvement, Job Performance
Lankes, R. David, Ed.; Collins, John W., III, Ed.; Kasowitz, Abby S., Ed. – 2000
This book on digital reference services begins with an introduction entitled "The Foundations of Digital Reference" (R. David Lankes). Part 1, "The New Reference Culture: Traits and Trends," includes the following papers: "Why Reference Is about To Change Forever (but Not Completely)" (Joseph Janes);…
Descriptors: Electronic Libraries, Evaluation Criteria, Futures (of Society), Intellectual Property
Freeman, Carla Conrad, Ed.; Stevenson, Barbara, Ed. – 1995
Focusing on slide and photograph collections that document art, architecture, design, and related fields, this book provides a comprehensive guide to more than 500 visual collections in libraries and institutions throughout the United States and Canada. Listings provide complete information about the collections, including the name and title of an…
Descriptors: Classification, Foreign Countries, Information Sources, Library Collections
Stein, Barbara L.; Brown, Risa W. – 2002
This book is a guide to running a school library media center for both new and experienced library media specialists. Chapter 1 offers survival strategies, including goal setting, time management, and stress management. Chapter 2 examines the major administrative aspects of running a school library, such as writing policies and procedures,…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers, Library Administration, Library Collection Development
Higginbotham, Barbra Buckner; Wild, Judith W. – 2001
A complete guide to developing a library-wide preservation program, this book can help library staff to map out a system that is both preventative and curative. By decentralizing preservation activities and integrating them into ongoing library functions, libraries can preserve materials effectively, efficiently, and with buy-in from staff. The…
Descriptors: Library Collection Development, Library Development, Library Materials, Library Networks
Sutton, Dave – 1995
This book is designed to help novices get started in providing services to patrons of their library. By separating professional tasks from others, an indication is made when expertise is needed above and beyond the use of common sense and natural organizational skills. The book covers the realm of a librarian's responsibilities, offering advice on…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Circulation, Library Collection Development, Library Personnel
