ilość książek w kategorii: 768
Practical Strategies for Library Managers
ISBN: 9780838907931 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) What does it take to succeed as a library manager? In this volume, librarian, author and management expert Joan Giesecke seeks to answer this question with practical and innovative strategies geared towards helping the reader set goals for their department and deliver first-rate library services.
What does it take to succeed as a library manager? In this volume, librarian, author and management expert Joan Giesecke seeks to answer this question...
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216,73 zł |
Access Services:: The Convergence of Reference and Technical Services
ISBN: 9781560241706 / Angielski / Twarda / 192 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This book takes a close look at the recent changing emphasis from collections to access, and from document description to document delivery. As the automation of library processes has moved from technical services to reference services, the roles of the professionals working in those capacities have changed dramatically. Library administrators who are looking to redeploy resources will gain helpful insights from the experiences of librarians who have already redirected their organizations. This helpful volume will be of tremendous assistance in redefining the traditional roles of...
This book takes a close look at the recent changing emphasis from collections to access, and from document description to document delivery. As the au...
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234,27 zł |
Asian American Librarians and Library Services: Activism, Collaborations, and Strategies
ISBN: 9781442274914 / Angielski / Twarda / 414 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Library professionals and scholars share reflections, best practices, and strategies for building collections about and supporting the information needs of Asian American communities. It conveys the need for diversity in the LIS field, library programming, and resources to better reflect the experiences and needs of Asian Americans.
Library professionals and scholars share reflections, best practices, and strategies for building collections about and supporting the information nee...
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1112,56 zł |
Finding Legal Information: A Guide to Print and Electronic Sources
ISBN: 9781843340454 / Angielski / Miękka / 308 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Given the vast amount of legal information available, it is sometimes very difficult - and certainly very time consuming - to know where to start looking for the specific information you require. This book, covering the most up-to-date information sources (printed and electronic), helps guide the reader towards the information they need. It is an accessible and easy-to-use directory of legal information sources for librarians, lawyers, students and anyone needing legal information. The book covers mainly British and European Union law and includes general material and the main subject areas,...
Given the vast amount of legal information available, it is sometimes very difficult - and certainly very time consuming - to know where to start look...
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221,30 zł |
Faculty-Librarian Relationships
ISBN: 9781843341161 / Angielski / Miękka / 196 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Faculty-Librarian Relationships illustrates how academic librarians can enjoy a healthy working partnership with the faculty they serve. Though geared towards those new to the profession, the book is aimed at librarians interested in learning more about this often-complex relationship. Helpful strategies are provided for librarians working with faculty in the areas of collection development and information literacy. The book includes a number of interviews conducted with faculty members so librarians have examples of thoughts, concerns and suggestions regarding libraries and librarians....
Faculty-Librarian Relationships illustrates how academic librarians can enjoy a healthy working partnership with the faculty they serve. Though geared...
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221,30 zł |
Digital Information Contexts: Theoretical Approaches to Understanding Digital Information
ISBN: 9781843341598 / Angielski / Miękka / 306 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This book is an introduction to critical and theoretical perspectives on digital information. It outlines the origins of information management in nineteenth-century humanism, the adoption of scientific perspectives in the documentation and information science movements, and modern theoretical frameworks for understanding the social, cultural and political place of digital information. Digital Information Contexts is the first book aimed at information professionals to give a detailed outline of important perspectives on information and meaning, including post-structuralism and...
This book is an introduction to critical and theoretical perspectives on digital information. It outlines the origins of information management in nin...
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221,30 zł |
A Handbook of Ethical Practice: A Practical Guide to Dealing with Ethical Issues in Information and Library Work
ISBN: 9781843342304 / Angielski / Miękka / 172 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) 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, ...
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221,30 zł |
Supervising and Leading Teams in Ils
ISBN: 9781856045872 / Angielski / Miękka / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Anyone wishing to be a successful supervisor must learn the interpersonal skills of communication, assertiveness & the psychology of motivation in order to build a successful team with a positive ethos. This book provides a practical guide to supervisory skills for team leaders & supervisors in library & information work.
Anyone wishing to be a successful supervisor must learn the interpersonal skills of communication, assertiveness & the psychology of motivation in ord...
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364,22 zł |
Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries
ISBN: 9780789036094 / Angielski / Twarda / 260 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) 'Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries' is an inside look at different disasters and how diverse types of libraries dealt with the consequences. Librarians discuss principles and lessons which can be used to plan for - and better respond to - future catastrophic occurrences.
'Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries' is an inside look at different disasters and how diverse types of libraries dealt with the consequences....
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702,94 zł |
Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries
ISBN: 9780789036100 / Angielski / Miękka / 260 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) 'Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries' is an inside look at different disasters and how diverse types of libraries dealt with the consequences. Librarians discuss principles and lessons which can be used to plan for - and better respond to - future catastrophic occurrences.
'Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries' is an inside look at different disasters and how diverse types of libraries dealt with the consequences....
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364,43 zł |
Learning Commons : Evolution and Collaborative Essentials
ISBN: 9781843343127 / Angielski / Miękka / 468 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This book examines successfully planned and implemented learning commons at several different academic institutions around the world. These case studies provide a methodology for effective planning, implementation and assessment. Practical information is provided on how to collaborate with campus stakeholders, estimate budgeting and staffing and determine the equipment, hardware and software needs. Also provided are memoranda of understandings (MOUs), planning checklists and assessment tools. This book reflects a unifying focus on both the evolution of learning commons to learning spaces and...
This book examines successfully planned and implemented learning commons at several different academic institutions around the world. These case studi...
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249,88 zł |
Transforming Serials: The Revolution Continues: The Revolution Continues
ISBN: 9780789022813 / Angielski / Twarda / 392 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Proceedings of a June 2002 conference held at the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia. Forty-three papers examine the effects of technological change on library workers' management of print and electronic serials, offer new management techniques and tools, suggest solutions to proble
Proceedings of a June 2002 conference held at the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia. Forty-three papers examine the effects of techn...
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676,90 zł |
Managing Electronic Resources: New and Changing Roles for Libraries
ISBN: 9781843343684 / Angielski / Miękka / 252 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) The on going movement to electronic collections presents many exciting new service opportunities for libraries, as well as creating materials management, resource, and service challenges. This book looks at how online resources are causing the roles and practices of libraries to change.
The on going movement to electronic collections presents many exciting new service opportunities for libraries, as well as creating materials manageme...
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221,30 zł |
The Politics of Libraries and Librarianship: Challenges and Realities
ISBN: 9781843343431 / Angielski / Miękka / 220 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) This book covers aspects of the political environment which surrounds and engages libraries and their librarians. It includes anecdotes on the role of the political sphere in the business of library associations.
This book covers aspects of the political environment which surrounds and engages libraries and their librarians. It includes anecdotes on the role of...
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221,30 zł |
Renewing Our Libraries: Case Studies in Re-Planning and Refurbishment
ISBN: 9780754673392 / Angielski / Twarda / 304 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) With the wish to heighten their profile, modernize their environment and increase use, libraries in the UK have refurbished and, where necessary and possible, extended their existing buildings. Although much has been achieved in this regard across the UK, more continues and needs to be accomplished. The case-studies in this book provide librarians, architects and others with examples of what has been undertaken and highlight the policies, processes, design issues - and the problems that have been overcome - leading to successful library refurbishments. While the case studies are mainly drawn...
With the wish to heighten their profile, modernize their environment and increase use, libraries in the UK have refurbished and, where necessary and p...
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781,04 zł |
Career Paths and Career Development of Business Librarians
ISBN: 9780789037954 / Angielski / Miękka / 256 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Contributors provide insights about business librarianship in various types of institutions, explore traditional and non-traditional career paths in business librarianship, and discuss numerous strategies for professional growth (from earning an MBA degree to working abroad). Among the topics covered are the following: recruitment of business librarians (including recent data on the supply and demand of business librarians); the special concerns of early career and mid-career business librarians; the importance of mentoring; leadership development; and business librarians on the job in... Contributors provide insights about business librarianship in various types of institutions, explore traditional and non-traditional career paths i... |
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229,06 zł |
The Intersection of Library Learning and Second-Language Learning: Theory and Practice
ISBN: 9781442227033 / Angielski / Miękka / 168 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Language learning and library learning in a university setting are closely related endeavors that intersect at various times and locations, and with various teachers and learners. This book is an examination of how these intersections are experienced by language learners. Its aim is to explore the two types of learning to help sustain and develop the learning in both areas. The Intersection of Library Learning and Second-Language Learning: Theory and Practice is aimed at practitioners, both librarians and language instructors, and describes everyday scenarios which will resonate with academic...
Language learning and library learning in a university setting are closely related endeavors that intersect at various times and locations, and with v...
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323,38 zł |
Beyond the Browser: Web 2.0 and Librarianship
ISBN: 9781591588160 / Angielski / Miękka / 89 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Most librarians are infinitely familiar with the Internet due to their daily use of this essential resource. However, having practical expertise with today's digital resources does not guarantee the ability to speak intelligently and convincingly about their less-obvious benefits to funding authorities--an important skill to have. " Beyond the Browser: Web 2.0 and Librarianship" overviews the history of libraries and the Internet to provide necessary perspective and then examines current and future trends in libraries. In Part I, the author traces the notion of connectivity from its... Most librarians are infinitely familiar with the Internet due to their daily use of this essential resource. However, having practical expertise wi... |
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164,38 zł |
Content Licensing : Buying and Selling Digital Resources
ISBN: 9781843343332 / Angielski / Miękka / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Content Licensing is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to providing content for dissemination electronically. It outlines a step-by-step introduction to the why, how, and frequently asked questions of digital content and how to license it. In addition, it examines the context in which licensing takes place. What makes the book unique is that it examines licensing from a range of perspectives.
Content Licensing is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to providing content for dissemination electronically. It outlines a step-by-step introduc...
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307,16 zł |
Managing Stress and Conflict in Libraries
ISBN: 9781856046138 / Angielski / Miękka / 160 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych (dostawa przed świętami) Stress and conflict in the workplace undermine performance and can make people mentally and physically ill. Research indicates that ever-increasing numbers of people are experiencing excessive pressure of this kind in our rapidly changing world of work. This applies to libraries and information organizations as much as anywhere; indeed they can be particular targets for verbal and non-verbal violent behaviour because of their accessibility to the public. This book defines clearly what should and should not be tolerated in a healthy and safe working environment, and introduces the reporting...
Stress and conflict in the workplace undermine performance and can make people mentally and physically ill. Research indicates that ever-increasing nu...
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312,15 zł |