Introduction to Reference Work
Introduction to Reference Work

Author: William A. Katz

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13:

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Basic Information Services, Volume I of Introduction to Reference Work, explains the basic reference processes and sources of information in today's libraries. It is a tool for understanding and mastering basic reference forms, no matter how they're packaged. This eighth edition is virtually all new, reflecting the easy accessibility of electronic databases on the Internet.Its companion, Volume II, Reference Services and Reference Processes, introduces the sophisticated and imaginative aspects of the complete reference process. It discusses the ongoing and important changes and developments in information technologies, particularly the role of the Internet in the reference process.

Introduction to Reference Work: Basic information sources
Introduction to Reference Work: Basic information sources

Author: William A. Katz

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 472

ISBN-13:

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"Reference Services and Reference Processes," Volume II of Introduction to Reference Work, introduces the sophisticated and imaginative aspects of the complete reference process. It discusses the ongoing and important changes and developments in information technologies, particularly the role of the Internet in the reference process.. . It is designed for use as a companion volume to "Basic Information Sources," Volume I of Introduction to Reference Work..

Reference and Information Services
Reference and Information Services

Author: Kay Ann Cassell

Publisher: American Library Association

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 532

ISBN-13: 1555708595

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Search 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.

An Introduction to Reference Services in Academic Libraries
An Introduction to Reference Services in Academic Libraries

Author: Elizabeth Connor

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2006-08-25

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 1136802487

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An introductory text on various aspects of reference services that requires your students to think!An 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 ac

Reference and Information Services
Reference and Information Services

Author: Richard E. Bopp

Publisher: Greenwood

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 654

ISBN-13: 9781563081293

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Updated to reflect the latest trends and the newest sources commonly used for reference work, this new edition includes more detailed discussion of a wider range of reference-related services, including interlibrary loan, document delivery, and readers' advisory services. There is also increased attention to ethical issues and a stronger focus on user-centered services, both face-to-face and mediated by technology. In addition, the authors discuss Web sites of significant value and the impact of the Internet on reference services. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Introduction to Reference Work: Reference services and reference processes
Introduction to Reference Work: Reference services and reference processes

Author: William A. Katz

Publisher: New York ; Montreal : McGraw-Hill

Published: 1982

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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Provides a thorough introduction to the basic information sources in any field of interest, from the humanities to the sciences. In the fourth edition, greater coverage is given to computer-assisted reference services. Several sections on automation and databases provide a clear, non-technical examination of these important areas.

Reference and Information Services in the 21st Century
Reference and Information Services in the 21st Century

Author: Kay Ann Cassell

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 408

ISBN-13:

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Specifies the top resources in major subject areas and genres and shows students how to approach the reference transaction by matching specific types of questions to the best available resources regardless of format.