The first of its kind, this readable, hands-on book will help you to see your library and the staff that runs it in a new, more strategic way. Experienced librarian and coach Ruth Metz outlines a focused and results-oriented game plan for achieving performance excellence from all staff members, from top to bottom, through a coaching style of management. By viewing the people you work with as a team, you can transform the work environment and, ultimately, the services you are providing your customers. Through real world examples, coaching scenarios, and pathways to excellence that are specific...
The first of its kind, this readable, hands-on book will help you to see your library and the staff that runs it in a new, more strategic way. Experie...
Make your library the place to be. The library is still the best place to go for traditional information - and for everything from Internet access, database reference, video and CD check-out to engaging exhibits, entertaining events, and more. The challenge is getting your customers and community to believe that their library has more to offer today than it ever did. It's up to you to communicate that the home or work computer can't come close to delivering the unique services your library provides. And you can do this with Powerful Public Relations. Whether you have a lot of time to devote...
Make your library the place to be. The library is still the best place to go for traditional information - and for everything from Internet access, da...
To achieve the distinction of National Board Certification, school library media specialists face daunting challenges requiring hard work, teaching knowledge, collaborative skills, organizational ability, and courage. This study guide coaches school library media specialists through exam specifics. Author, librarian, and educator Gail Dickinson has been on the front lines since the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) introduced library media standards in 2000. Her work has helped bring the rigorous certification process into perspective, answer questions, and allay...
To achieve the distinction of National Board Certification, school library media specialists face daunting challenges requiring hard work, teaching kn...
Using these proven instructional design principles, librarians can: - Assess learners and what they need- Train multiple library instructors to maintain consistency in teaching and outcomes- Replicate content for regularly scheduled workshops- Develop a standard of presentation (including handouts) to maximize learning- Evaluate results to ensure learners are getting what they need
Using these proven instructional design principles, librarians can: - Assess learners and what they need- Train multiple library instructors to mainta...
A guide to serving the 12-18 year-old age group in libraries. Topics covered include motivating young adults to participate in the library, providing reference and homework support and creating a user-friendly and distinct young adult space in the library.
A guide to serving the 12-18 year-old age group in libraries. Topics covered include motivating young adults to participate in the library, providing ...
