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Fundamentals of Collection Development & Management

Fundamentals of Collection Development & Management

by Peggy Johnson

Johnson, a librarian at the U. of Minnesota and editor of Technicalities; Information Forum for the Library Services Practitioner , has written a lucid text on the basic concepts of this broad subject. Theoretical concepts are included but not stressed as heavily as information and skills. An initia

The Organization of Information: Second Edition (Library and Information Science Text Series)

The Organization of Information: Second Edition (Library and Information Science Text Series)

by Arlene G. Taylor

The extensively revised and completely updated second edition of this popular textbook provides LIS practitioners and students with a vital guide to the organization of information. After a broad overview of the concept and its role in human endeavors, Taylor proceeds to a detailed and insightful discussion of such basic retrieval tools as bibliographies, catalogs, indexes, finding aids, registers, databases,... (more)

Applied Social Research: A Tool for Human Services (with InfoTrac)

Applied Social Research: A Tool for Human Services (with InfoTrac)

by Duane R. Monette

"You may be wondering why you need to study research methods to prepare yourself for a career in human services." This accessible text will help you to better understand the connection between human service research and practice. Find out the growing number of ways that research is being applied to practice today. With APPLIED SOCIAL RESEARCH, you'll see how research and practice are linked and explore how... (more)

Graphic Novels Now: Building, Managing, And Marketing a Dynamic Collection

Graphic Novels Now: Building, Managing, And Marketing a Dynamic Collection

by Francisca Goldsmith

In 1992, "Maus", a graphic novel by Art Spiegelman, won the Pulitzer Prize. The genre has been growing ever since, appealing to the visual-oriented Gen-X and Gen-Y, as well as to reluctant readers, those of all ages seeking alternative viewpoints, and anyone willing to take both image and word into consideration. "Graphic Novels Now" helps librarians new to the genre with all the key issues related to these unique... (more)

Library's Legal Answer Book

by Mary Minow

Every librarian who wants to make wise policy decisions and protect the organization from legal challenges can now consult the library legal team of Minow and Lipinskil Libraries are in the thick of legal issues as new technologies add layers of complexity to everyday work in the library. How do you know what's legal? What can you do to identify and address issues before they turn into bona fide legal matters?... (more)

Reference And Information Services: An Introduction (Library & Information Science Text)

Reference And Information Services: An Introduction (Library & Information Science Text)

by Richard E Bopp, Linda C. Smith

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.... (more)

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