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Author: Jo Bell Whitlatch
Publisher: American Library Association
Published: 2000-08
Total Pages: 236
ISBN-13: 9780838907870
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith this handy new guidebook, reference luminary Jo Bell Whitlatch outlines practical methods for evaluating and delivering excellent reference service to the technology-savvy library user of today.
Author: Kay Ann Cassell
Publisher: American Library Association
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 532
ISBN-13: 1555708595
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSearch skills of today bear little resemblance to searches through print publications. Reference service has become much more complex than in the past, and is in a constant state of flux. Learning the skill sets of a worthy reference librarian can be challenging, unending, rewarding, and-- yes, fun.
Author: Elizabeth Connor
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 218
ISBN-13: 078902957X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn Introduction to Reference Services in Academic Libraries is a comprehensive textbook that presents compelling case studies and thought-provoking essays that teach the principles of reference services. Eighteen authorities from private and public academic libraries around the United States offer unique perspectives and solid information in an active learning format that requires students to think and learn. The book provides a stimulating starting point for those learning about planning, managing, and evaluating reference services. Each chapter is thoroughly referenced, and many have charts and activities to help spark student engagement in the learning process. Over 30 tables and figures make complex information easy to access and understand.
Author: Linda S Katz
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2013-10-18
Total Pages: 351
ISBN-13: 1317951271
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLibrary authorities address the increasing significance of reference services and the increasing need for evaluation of those services to further ensure professionalism and efficiency.
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Publisher: Association of Research Libr
Published: 1987
Total Pages: 112
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Krishna Kumar
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Published: 1989
Total Pages: 431
ISBN-13: 9780706943627
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Kay Ann Cassell
Publisher: ALA Neal-Schuman
Published: 2011-05-31
Total Pages: 461
ISBN-13: 9781555707408
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis practical guide teaches failsafe methods for identifying important materials by matching specific types of questions to the best available sources, regardless of format. Information on more than 300 sources has been updated to provide you high quality information.
Author: American Library Association. Evaluation of Reference and Adult Services Committee
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Published: 1995
Total Pages: 388
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: William A. Katz
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 466
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKDigital Reference Services provides an overview of electronic reference services and software, and explores the opportunities that real-time digital reference services can offer in a variety of library settings. Experts in the field offer numerous reports and theory about the evolution of this new approach to answering reference questions. This well-referenced volume contains case examples, figures, useful Web sites, and case histories to show how the basic principles of digital reference services work. Librarians and students of information and library science will find this book helpful to enhance their library and electronic reference expertise.
Author: Jia Liu
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2007-06-30
Total Pages: 191
ISBN-13: 178063112X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book outlines and evaluates the digital reference services in libraries worldwide. The work is based on an international collaborative project between two groups from German and Chinese institutions, during which digital reference services provided by nearly 200 libraries all over the world were evaluated. The book also examines the reasons for the resulting differences; it also contains more generic proposals and perspectives on digital reference services. - An international, evaluative approach is taken - Includes unique information - which has never before being gathered and evaluated - Includes a brief introduction to the basic knowledge and development in the field of digital reference service in the library
