Working With Library Collections: An Introduction for Support Staff

Keeler, Hali R.

ISBN 10: 1442274883 / ISBN 13: 9781442274884

Edité par Rowman & Littlefield Pub Inc, 2017

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175 pages. 10.50x7.50x0.50 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur x-1442274883

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Titre : Working With Library Collections: An ...

Éditeur : Rowman & Littlefield Pub Inc

Date d'édition : 2017

Reliure : Hardcover

Etat : Brand New

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Synopsis :

Working with Library Collections is written in clear language with practical examples of how performance can contribute to exemplary library service. It is aligned with the ALA support staff standards and prepares library support staff to:

• Know how to use an integrated library system and other appropriate online tools.
• Know the basic principles of collection development and management.
• Assist with decisions regarding selection, de-selection, retention and replacement of all types of library resources.
• Know the basic principles, and can apply, the appropriate procedures to the processes that provide users with access to a wide variety of content.
• Know the various ways in which content, in multiple formats, is produced and distributed to libraries.
• Understand the value of resource sharing agreements and apply them to collection decisions.
• Know and use the recognized standard evaluative sources to assist with collection development.
• Know the principles and basic practices regarding the preservation of library resources.
• Apply appropriate methods and techniques for accurate preparation of library resources
• Explain and apply policies regarding library collections.

À propos de l?auteur:

Hali R. Keeler has been an Adjunct Professor since 1998 in the Library Technology program at Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, CT, where she formerly served as Program Coordinator. She teaches Library Public Services, Library Technical Services, and Management Strategies. Retired after 35 years in public library service as a Children's Librarian and as a Library Director, she has been a longtime member of the American Library Association, Public Library Association and the Connecticut Library Association. Hali earned her M.L.S. from the University of Rhode Island.