This book looks at all of the ethical issues facing information and library professionals in one overarching, and practically-focused, text. As such, it is of great benefit to both practitioners and to LIS students. The focus of the book is two-fold: (1) It contains a detailed discussion of the issues that impact on the day-today practice of information workers in the 21st century; and (2) contains case studies discussing potential solutions to ethical problems faced. The book provides sections which work like flowcharts leading from ethical issues through decision points to proposed...
This book looks at all of the ethical issues facing information and library professionals in one overarching, and practically-focused, text. As such, ...
Examines the role and services of the UK public library in the 21st century context. This book discusses the nature and functions of the modern public library service, from its beginnings as the street-corner university, through its delivery of various services and beyond. It is of interest to students of library and information science.
Examines the role and services of the UK public library in the 21st century context. This book discusses the nature and functions of the modern public...
Every profession needs an introductory text to its core body of knowledge. This brand new, definitive text from renowned authors Gobinda Chowdhury, Paul F. Burton, David McMenemy and Alan Poulter provides an introduction to librarianship for students and new entrants to the profession. This handbook is the first to give a complete overview of all aspects of professional librarianship in the 21st century, and to offer an up-to-date, authoritative analysis of modern libraries and librarianship. The key areas covered are: libraries and information services: evolution or revolution; information...
Every profession needs an introductory text to its core body of knowledge. This brand new, definitive text from renowned authors Gobinda Chowdhury, Pa...
A practical, comprehensive guide to ethical issues in library and information work. This book considers the over-arching ethical concepts impacting on all library and information professionals and will be of interest to both practitioners and students. Practical guidance to ethical dilemmas is provided through discussion of international real-world examples of actual ethical situations throughout the text. A resource guide and suggestions for further reading are provided and model policies that can be used by practitioners to support ethical practice are included as appendices. Readership:...
A practical, comprehensive guide to ethical issues in library and information work. This book considers the over-arching ethical concepts impacting on...
