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Author: Alan Poulter
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Published: 2005
Total Pages: 204
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKService development in the information society involves not merely the provisional of access but also the creation of content. Understanding the possibilities of the internet fully is cruical for the LIS professional in developing applications that would have been impossible without this new technology.
Author: Anne Totterdell
Publisher: Facet Publishing
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 225
ISBN-13: 1856045579
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFully revised and updated, the third edition of this introductory guide to library and information work introduces support staff, paraprofessionals and LIS students to the workplace. Informing the reader of the latest developments in the field, the text provides a practical, educational underpinning to library and information work across all sectors. It introduces the structure and functions of the principal types of library and information service and looks at the key information skills and areas of competence necessary for the efficient and informed practice of a wide range of tasks.
Author: David J Owen
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2001-11-15
Total Pages: 193
ISBN-13: 100006512X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive guide to using the Internet for research into all aspects of herbal medicine! This valuable and timely book will help you navigate the sea of information about herbs and herbal remedies on the Internet. In recent years, alternative medicine has come to the forefront of American culture. As editor David J. Owen points out, &
Author: David McMenemy
Publisher: Facet Publishing
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 201
ISBN-13: 1856045102
DOWNLOAD EBOOKLifelong learning is currently a major concern of governments who wish to see their citizens remain employable while the job market changes. Critical to this are digital learning centres where learning is delivered through internet access or via CD-based packages. Access to these turns public libraries and community networks into 'multi media neighbourhood superstores' where print-based learning materials are enhanced by multimedia. The multiplicity of sources of learning materials and experiences reinforces and extends the traditional role of the librarian as mediator between the user and their needs. To support and foster these activities frontline public library and community network staff must be capable of offering user support and advice in a much wider arena. This requires training in new knowledge and skill sets. This timely new book offers practical guidance and expertise for public library and community network staff in setting up, running and developing an effective digital learning centre based within the People's Network or in a related community networking initiative. It has a holistic focus on the use of ICT, taking staff beyond user training applications into areas of network management, e-learning, digitization, web design and XML that staff face on a day-to-day basis. Key areas covered include: PC installation and maintenance managing a network and coping with the security issues of internet connection understanding and supporting lifelong learning digitization of local materials managing websites and intranets: site design, metadata, XML building local community portals implementing e-government social inclusion and service extension: assistive technologies service issues: copyright, access user and staff training. Readership: This book will de-mystify this new area of development for all library and information staff working in, or setting up, a PC-based digital learning centre in information service settings within public libraries, community networking centres, and school and academic libraries.
Author: Robert John Duckett
Publisher: Facet Publishing
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 497
ISBN-13: 1856046524
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThere is a queue, the phone is ringing, the photocopier has jammed and your enquirer is waiting for a response. You are stressed and you can feel the panic rising. Where do you go to find the information you need to answer the question promptly and accurately? Answering queries from users is one of the most important services undertaken by library and information staff. Yet it is also one of the most difficult, least understood subjects. There are still very few materials available to help frontline staff - often paraprofessional - develop their reader enquiry skills. This award-winning sourcebook is an essential guide to where to look to find the answers quickly. It is designed as a first point of reference for library and information practitioners, to be depended upon if they are unfamiliar with the subject of an enquiry - or wish to find out more. It is arranged in an easily searchable, fully cross-referenced A-Z list of around 150 of the subject areas most frequently handled at enquiry desks. Each subject entry lists the most important information sources and where to locate them, including printed and electronic sources, relevant websites and useful contacts for referral purposes. The authors use their extensive experience in reference work to offer useful tips, warn of potential pitfalls, and spotlight typical queries and how to tackle them. This new edition has been brought right up-to-date with all sources checked for currency and many new ones added. The searchability is enhanced by a comprehensive index to make those essential sources even easier to find - saving you valuable minutes! Readership: Offering quick and easy pointers to a multitude of information sources, this is an invaluable reference deskbook for all library and information staff in need of a speedy answer, in reference libraries, subject departments and other information units.
Author: Candice M. Benjes-Small
Publisher:
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 196
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKShockwave, Flash, RealPlayer, QuickTime, iPIX: these and hundreds of other Internet plug-ins, helper applications and browser extending tools can make using the Web simple - if you know which tools to use and how to use them. With library Internet access training responsibilities, library professionals have become important facilitators in the virtual world and it has become imperative for them to familiarize themselves with tools to extend the browser's capabilities.
Author: David McMenemy
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2014-01-23
Total Pages: 172
ISBN-13: 1780631022
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis 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 solutions based on the literature/case studies. This is a highly useful resource that provides appropriate access to potential solutions for day-to-day queries. - Despite the coverage of ethical issues in books on copyright, freedom of information, public internet access, and data protection, this book fills the gap in drawing all of this information together, as one sourcebook - The book can be used for regular reference - Does not offer legal advice per se, but explains the various scenarios that have been utilised for different ethical problems in the workplace
Author: Amanda Spink
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Published: 2012-12-17
Total Pages: 322
ISBN-13: 1780527152
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSuitable for undergraduate and graduate students, academics, educators, and information professionals interested in library and information science, this title provides an understanding of the advanced directions in library and information science/management, education and research in Europe.
Author: Gobinda G. Chowdhury
Publisher: Facet Publishing
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 353
ISBN-13: 1856046176
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEvery profession needs an introductory text to its core body of knowledge. This definitive textbook is the most up-to-date introduction to the profession of librarianship for students and new entrants to the profession available. It is also the first to give a complete overview of all aspects of professional librarianship in the 21st century, and to offer authoritative analysis of modern libraries and librarianship. Key areas covered include: libraries and information services: evolution or revolution? information resources and services information organization and access library and Information users and society library technologies library and information management LIS education and training. Each chapter in this user-friendly text features clear learning aims and objectives and a list of revision questions to test and consolidate knowledge and understanding. Readership: Mapping onto course content for library and information studies in the US, UK and Australasia, this textbook also supports CILIP's Body of Knowledge and provides a single source of introductory explanations of library and information concepts for students. It is also the quintessential primer for new professionals.
Author: Sarah L. Johnson
Publisher: Information Today, Inc.
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 460
ISBN-13: 9781573871242
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book provides practical advice on using the Internet to research educational and networking opportunities and to keep current through online conferences and discussion lists. There is also information on reading and contributing to professional literature, applying for scholarships and grants, creating an electronic resume, and researching prospective employers online. Appendices list organizations and publications with an online presence. Nesbeitt is reference/systems librarian at Maxwell Library, Bridgewater State College. Gordon is head of computer services at the Franklin Park Public Library. She is Webmaster of the library career site Lisjobs.com, and founding editor of the Info Career Trends electronic newsletter. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.
