Author : Kay Ann Cassell
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 11,59 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1555708595
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.
Author : Elizabeth Connor
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 33,37 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Education
ISBN : 078902957X
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 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 : William A. Katz
Publisher :
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 50,27 MB
Release : 1978
Category : Library science
ISBN :
Author : Jo Bell Whitlatch
Publisher : American Library Association
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 30,2 MB
Release : 2000-08
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9780838907870
With 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 : Lesley S. J. Farmer
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 MB
Release : 2014
Category : School libraries
ISBN : 9780810887183
In Introduction to Reference and Information Services in Today's School Library, one of America's premier school library educators covers the A-Z of both reference and information services for today's library. Lesley Farmer discusses everything from teaching students how to use sources to both in-person and virtual reference service.
Author : William A. Katz
Publisher :
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 31,13 MB
Release : 1974
Category : Reference books
ISBN :
Author : Cordell, Rosanne M.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 16,10 MB
Release : 2013-06-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1466642424
As classrooms and universities strive to adapt their instructional methods to an ever progressing technological age, it is imperative that academic libraries also revisit the ways in which reference and instruction services are organized and implemented. Library Reference Services and Information Literacy: Models for Academic Institutions not only advocates for a more intentional integration of reference and instructional services, but it also provides organizational background, staff objectives, and various successes and challenges that have already been experienced by real institutions. This publication is an important reference source for librarians, practitioners, and university leaders who wish to maximize the current utilization of their resources.
Author : Kay Ann Cassell
Publisher : ALA Neal-Schuman
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 37,77 MB
Release : 2011-05-31
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781555707408
This 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 : Richard E. Bopp
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 654 pages
File Size : 32,53 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781563081293
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.
Author : William A. Katz
Publisher : New York ; Montreal : McGraw-Hill
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 12,6 MB
Release : 1982
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN :
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.
