Author: Brett W. Lear
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838911404
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Programming is an important means of not only drawing new people to the library but also better serving existing patrons. Lear’s invaluable guide to adult programs is back—and better than ever, with refreshed, expanded content and new ideas to reinvigorate programs and give them a 21st-century spin. This edition includes Updated chapters on basics such as funding, crafting guidelines, topic selection, publicity, post-program evaluations, and more A new section on technology, with ideas for online book discussions, offering programs via Skype, and turning programs into podcasts Methods for tailoring programs for specific groups, such as men, baby boomers, and seniors A collection of "five-star" programs from libraries around the country that can be easily adapted Walking the reader through every aspect of adult programming, this new edition of a tried-and-true book is truly a librarian’s best friend.
Adult Programs in the Library, Second Edition
Author: Brett W. Lear
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838911404
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Programming is an important means of not only drawing new people to the library but also better serving existing patrons. Lear’s invaluable guide to adult programs is back—and better than ever, with refreshed, expanded content and new ideas to reinvigorate programs and give them a 21st-century spin. This edition includes Updated chapters on basics such as funding, crafting guidelines, topic selection, publicity, post-program evaluations, and more A new section on technology, with ideas for online book discussions, offering programs via Skype, and turning programs into podcasts Methods for tailoring programs for specific groups, such as men, baby boomers, and seniors A collection of "five-star" programs from libraries around the country that can be easily adapted Walking the reader through every aspect of adult programming, this new edition of a tried-and-true book is truly a librarian’s best friend.
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838911404
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Programming is an important means of not only drawing new people to the library but also better serving existing patrons. Lear’s invaluable guide to adult programs is back—and better than ever, with refreshed, expanded content and new ideas to reinvigorate programs and give them a 21st-century spin. This edition includes Updated chapters on basics such as funding, crafting guidelines, topic selection, publicity, post-program evaluations, and more A new section on technology, with ideas for online book discussions, offering programs via Skype, and turning programs into podcasts Methods for tailoring programs for specific groups, such as men, baby boomers, and seniors A collection of "five-star" programs from libraries around the country that can be easily adapted Walking the reader through every aspect of adult programming, this new edition of a tried-and-true book is truly a librarian’s best friend.
Adult Education and the Library
Encyclopedia of Library and Information Science, Second Edition -
Author: Miriam Drake
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9780824720773
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 922
Book Description
A revitalized version of the popular classic, the Encyclopedia of Library and Information Science, Second Edition targets new and dynamic movements in the distribution, acquisition, and development of print and online media-compiling articles from more than 450 information specialists on topics including program planning in the digital era, recruitment, information management, advances in digital technology and encoding, intellectual property, and hardware, software, database selection and design, competitive intelligence, electronic records preservation, decision support systems, ethical issues in information, online library instruction, telecommuting, and digital library projects.
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9780824720773
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 922
Book Description
A revitalized version of the popular classic, the Encyclopedia of Library and Information Science, Second Edition targets new and dynamic movements in the distribution, acquisition, and development of print and online media-compiling articles from more than 450 information specialists on topics including program planning in the digital era, recruitment, information management, advances in digital technology and encoding, intellectual property, and hardware, software, database selection and design, competitive intelligence, electronic records preservation, decision support systems, ethical issues in information, online library instruction, telecommuting, and digital library projects.
Excellence in Library Services to Young Adults
Author: Mary K. Chelton
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789531960557
Category : Young adults' libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Excellence in Library Services to Young Adults, second edition, delivers the details on what the best are doing. The executive board of the Young Adult Library Services Association has selected the fifty top library programs for young adults for inclusion in this book.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789531960557
Category : Young adults' libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Excellence in Library Services to Young Adults, second edition, delivers the details on what the best are doing. The executive board of the Young Adult Library Services Association has selected the fifty top library programs for young adults for inclusion in this book.
Career Opportunities in Education and Related Services, Second Edition
Author: Susan Echaore-McDavid
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438110685
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Presents opportunities for employment in the field of education listing over ninety job descriptions, salary range, education and training requirements, and more.
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 1438110685
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Presents opportunities for employment in the field of education listing over ninety job descriptions, salary range, education and training requirements, and more.
The Successful Library Trustee Handbook, Second Edition
Author: Mary Y. Moore
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838910033
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Designed to improve any board's effectiveness, this resource offers proven advice about what it takes to make everything from meetings to evaluations run smoothly and addresses the critical questions every board member needs to understand: What does it mean to be on a library board of trustees? The how-tos of amplifying your message through partnerships How does advocacy work and why is it important? Who makes library policy? Is there a more effective way to do strategic planning? Practical checklists, tables, and "what have you learned?" review items will help anyone maximize the experience of serving on a board. Trustees, administrators, consultants, trainers, and library students will welcome this hands-on, "bring it along and mark it up" reference.
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838910033
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Designed to improve any board's effectiveness, this resource offers proven advice about what it takes to make everything from meetings to evaluations run smoothly and addresses the critical questions every board member needs to understand: What does it mean to be on a library board of trustees? The how-tos of amplifying your message through partnerships How does advocacy work and why is it important? Who makes library policy? Is there a more effective way to do strategic planning? Practical checklists, tables, and "what have you learned?" review items will help anyone maximize the experience of serving on a board. Trustees, administrators, consultants, trainers, and library students will welcome this hands-on, "bring it along and mark it up" reference.
Resources in Education
Library Programs and Services
Author: Stacey Greenwell
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1440878706
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
The ninth edition of this popular overview of the various programs and services offered by libraries offers best practice and useful tips for implementing them effectively. Building on the strong foundation of the previous editions, award-winning author G. Edward Evans returns with a new co-author, Stacey Greenwell, for this update that combines their signature style of textbook readability, informality, and sometimes humor, as well as their knack for balancing foundational topics and new trends. A new feature in this edition is the incorporation of the concept of "library social work" through "Social Work Connections" sidebars in each chapter. Anecdotes throughout the text and "Career Connections" sidebars offer practical advice and specific current examples. Greenwell and Evans have combined several chapters from the previous edition and expanded discussions of new trends while retaining and updating the fundamentals. The ninth edition is a welcome update for library and information science courses and a valuable handbook for public services librarians.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1440878706
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 361
Book Description
The ninth edition of this popular overview of the various programs and services offered by libraries offers best practice and useful tips for implementing them effectively. Building on the strong foundation of the previous editions, award-winning author G. Edward Evans returns with a new co-author, Stacey Greenwell, for this update that combines their signature style of textbook readability, informality, and sometimes humor, as well as their knack for balancing foundational topics and new trends. A new feature in this edition is the incorporation of the concept of "library social work" through "Social Work Connections" sidebars in each chapter. Anecdotes throughout the text and "Career Connections" sidebars offer practical advice and specific current examples. Greenwell and Evans have combined several chapters from the previous edition and expanded discussions of new trends while retaining and updating the fundamentals. The ninth edition is a welcome update for library and information science courses and a valuable handbook for public services librarians.
Research in Education
Library Journal
Author: Melvil Dewey
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 1136
Book Description
Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 1136
Book Description
Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.