The Whole Library Handbook 4

The Whole Library Handbook 4
Author: George M. Eberhart
Publisher: Whole Library Handbook: Curren
Total Pages: 585
Release: 2006
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780838909157

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"People, materials, guidelines, technology, operations, funding, staff development, issues, diversity, the Internet, librariana"--Cover.

Whole Library Handbook 4

Whole Library Handbook 4
Author: G. Eberhart
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages: 585
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781417726530

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The Whole Library Handbook 4 provides a range of current facts and serious and not-so-serious discussions on subjects.

The Whole Library Handbook 5

The Whole Library Handbook 5
Author: George M. Eberhart
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 538
Release: 2013-04-23
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838910904

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The Whole Library Handbook, now in its fifth edition, is an encyclopedia filled with facts, tips, lists, and resources essential for library professionals and information workers of all kinds, all carefully handpicked to reflect the most informative, practical, up-to-date, and entertaining examples of library literature. Organized in easy-to-find categories, this unique compendium covers all areas of librarianship from academic libraries to teen services, from cataloging to copyright, and from gaming to social media. Selections include Facts and figures on library workers Bookmobile guidelines 100 great libraries of the world Job search and recruitment techniques, and advice on how to deal with tough economic times Tips on writing articles and book reviews Fun with cataloging rules Famous librarians’ favorite books Covering a huge spectrum of librariana, this one-of-a-kind volume is both educational and entertaining.

Story of Libraries

Story of Libraries
Author: Fred Lerner
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2001-02-01
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9780826413253

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This work describes the crucial role libraries played in ancient Egypt, Han-dynasty China, the ancient Western Classical world (the great library of Alexandria, which was lost to us in stages over many years), the Baghdad of Harun-al-Rashid, and medieval and Renaissance Europe. It continues with the libraries of colonial America, the Library of Congress, university libraries, and today's large public library system.

The Whole Digital Library Handbook

The Whole Digital Library Handbook
Author: Diane Kresh
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 436
Release: 2007-02-05
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780838909263

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Essential facts, advice, lists, documents, guidelines, lore, wit, and wisdom: Along with fun and irreverence, it's what readers have come to expect from the "Whole Library" series. In a one-volume compendium that's by turns encyclopedic, useful, and engaging, this latest entry provides an overview of digital libraries, covering the state of information, issues, customers, challenges, tools and technology, preservation, and the future. From blogs to Wikis, highlights include: digitization project planning tips and tools; the value proposition of the digital library; lists of Internet libraries, libraries that I.M., libraries that podcast; and interpretations of NextGen demographic data. Collecting insights from library luminaries as well the perspectives of interesting experts from outside the ranks of library professionals, "The Whole Digital Library Handbook" decodes the jargon and cuts to the chase.

The Whole School Library Handbook 2

The Whole School Library Handbook 2
Author: Blanche Woolls
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2013-04-02
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0838911277

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This new edition of an ALA bestseller remains an indispensable all-in-one resource for everything related to the school library media center. Articles from dozens of respected authors and experts, culled from popular journals such as Knowledge Quest and School Library Journal, cover everything of interest to the contemporary school librarian, including Professional development and career guidance Information on collection development and school library resources such as books, periodicals, e-mail discussion groups, databases, websites, and more Programming, partnering, promoting, and collaborating for student success Innovative ways to use technology like social networking and e-books in service of education Tips for analyzing and strengthening ongoing programs Building and maintaining healthy relationships with stakeholders Covering a wide range of important information in one handy volume, this stimulating handbook is a must-have for every school librarian.

The Whole Library Handbook 4

The Whole Library Handbook 4
Author: George M. Eberhart
Publisher:
Total Pages: 585
Release: 2009
Genre: Libraries
ISBN:

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Administering the School Library Media Center

Administering the School Library Media Center
Author: Betty J. Morris
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 600
Release: 2010-08-16
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1598848941

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This is the most comprehensive textbook on school library administration available, now updated to include the latest standards and address new technologies. This reference text provides a complete instructional overview of the workings of the library media center—from the basics of administration, budgeting, facilities management, organization, selection of materials, and staffing to explanations on how to promote information literacy and the value of digital tools like blogs, wikis, and podcasting. Since the publication of the fourth edition of Administering the School Library Media Center in 2004, many changes have altered the landscape of school library administration: the implementation of NCLB legislation and the revision of AASL standards, just to mention two. The book is divided into 14 chapters, each devoted to a major topic in school library media management. This latest edition gives media specialists a roadmap for designing a school library that is functional and intellectually stimulating, while leading sources provide guidance for further research.

The American Public Library Handbook

The American Public Library Handbook
Author: Guy A. Marco
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 562
Release: 2011-11-29
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1591589118

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A detailed reference work that documents every aspect of the American public library experience through topical entries, statistics, biographies, and profiles. The American Public Library Handbook is the first reference work to focus on all aspects of the American public library experience, providing a topical perspective through comprehensive essays and biographical information on important public librarians. Based upon the author's own notes and extensive experience, as well as library periodicals, library reference books, monographs, textbooks, Internet sources, and correspondence with individual libraries, this book comprises nearly 1,000 entries addressing all aspects of public library service. Each topical essay considers terminology of the area covered, its historical context, and current concerns and issues. Biographies highlight the philosophical perspective of the individuals covered, while entries on specific libraries present timely data and interesting facts about each facility. This unique handbook also offers up-to-date statistics, historical highlights, and information about programs and events of individual libraries.