Handbook of Research on the Role of Libraries, Archives, and Museums in Achieving Civic Engagement and Social Justice in Smart Cities
Handbook of Research on the Role of Libraries, Archives, and Museums in Achieving Civic Engagement and Social Justice in Smart Cities

Author: Taher, Mohamed

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2021-11-12

Total Pages: 565

ISBN-13: 1799883655

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In achieving civic engagement and social justice in smart cities, literacy programs are offered in the society by three essential information service providers: libraries, archives, and museums. Although the library and museum services are documented in literature, there is little evidence of community-led library or museum services that make a full circle in understanding community-library, community-archive, and community-museum relationships. The Handbook of Research on the Role of Libraries, Archives, and Museums in Achieving Civic Engagement and Social Justice in Smart Cities examines the application of tools and techniques in library and museum literacy in achieving civic engagement and social justice. It also introduces a new outlook in the services of libraries and museums. Covering topics such as countering fake news, human rights literacies, and outreach activities, this book is essential for community-based organizations, librarians, museum administrations, education leaders, information professionals, smart city design planners, digital tool developers, policymakers engaged in diversity, researchers, and academicians.

Small Libraries
Small Libraries

Author: Sally Gardner Reed

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2015-10-03

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 078648411X

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This fully revised and updated edition provides current information on automation and technology and on advocacy to help small public libraries strive to make available the same basic services as larger libraries. This book is written for the directors of these honest-to-goodness small libraries, providing both a philosophical as well as a common sense basis for decision making. Appendices provide sample documents for a library's Statement of Purpose, worksheets for job descriptions and personnel policies, a volunteer application form, ALA documents (Library Bill of Rights and Code of Ethics), a list of discount book dealers, and a sample meeting room policy.

Down for the Count
Down for the Count

Author: Brenda Vogel

Publisher: Scarecrow Press

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 9780810829275

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Examines all aspects of establishing prison library service, describing process models and procedures that can result in overcoming negative sentiment. Includes examples of prison library regulation, state prison library standards, recommended readings, and a list of advocacy organizations. An outline of a clerical training program for inmate assistants and a user satisfaction survey are also included.

The Volunteer Library
The Volunteer Library

Author: Linda S. Fox

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 1999-01-01

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780786406791

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Even a small public library can demand tremendous personal and material investments. In communities struggling to find the means to support a library, an institution started and staffed by volunteers inspired by a love for books and learning can be an ideal solution. However, the intricacies of such an undertaking may seem overwhelming. This work provides practical, tested advice on planning, developing, and maintaining the volunteer-based library. A valuable guide for any library that enlists volunteers in any capacity, the book includes worksheets, models, checklists, and a variety of anecdotes and examples illustrating the suggestions in action.