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Library Support Staff Handbooks Ser.: Working with Library Collections : An Introduction for Support Staff by Hali R. Keeler (2017, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN-101442274891
ISBN-139781442274891
eBay Product ID (ePID)229588377
Product Key Features
Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School
Number of Pages196 Pages
Publication NameWorking with Library Collections : an Introduction for Support Staff
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2017
SubjectLibrary & Information Science / Administration & Management, Library & Information Science / General, Library & Information Science / Cataloging & Classification
TypeStudy Guide
AuthorHali R. Keeler
Subject AreaLanguage Arts & Disciplines
SeriesLibrary Support Staff Handbooks Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight14.1 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width6.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceElementary/High School
LCCN2016-039955
ReviewsBuilding and caring for collections, whether physical or electronic, is a critical aspect of library work. This text introduces support staff to the important concepts in library acquisitions, budgeting, policies, collection management and care, and even marketing resources for maximum patron use., The complete text for those wanting to know about library collection management, Keeler's straight-forward writing style and real-world examples allow you to easily grasp collection concepts., This text is unique in that it specifically addresses the competencies required for the LSSC Program of the ALA. It provides an excellent introduction to the principles and practices of collection development for both LTA students as well as library support staff new to this area of specialization. The discussion questions and activities will be particularly helpful for instructors allowing for a more in-depth examination of the topics covered., This text is unique in that it specifically addresses the competencies required for the LSSC Program of the ALA. It provides an excellent introduction to the principles and practices of collection development for both LTA students as well as library support staff new to this area of specialization. The discussion questions and activities will be particularly helpful for instructors allowing for a more in-depth examination of the topics covered., The structure and range of topics included in this book will provide an excellent introduction to collections. In addition, there are clear definitions given with every chapter, and great discussion questions and activities. , The structure and range of topics included in this book will provide an excellent introduction to collections. In addition, there are clear definitions given with every chapter, and great discussion questions and activities.
Grade FromCollege Freshman
Series Volume Number4
IllustratedYes
Grade ToCollege Senior
Table Of ContentList of Figures List of Tables and Textboxes Preface Acknowledgements Editorial Advisory Board PART I COLLECTIONS Chapter 1: Library Collections Today Chapter 2: Collection Development Chapter 3: Selection Chapter 4: Acquisitions Chapter 5:Collection Management Chapter 6: Inventory and Deselection PART IITOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY Chapter 7: Technology Tools and Services Chapter 8: Collection Statistics and Use PART IIICOLLECTION CARE Chapter 9: Preparing Materials for Circulation Chapter 10: Preservation and Security Chapter 11:Basic Material Repair Glossary Index About the Author
SynopsisWorking with Collections: An Introduction for Support Staff deals with the technical service aspect of library work- the processes that put a book on the shelf or online. It provides an introduction to publishers, vendors, preparing items for use, and caring for items in the collections and is both a text for professors who teach in library support staff programs and their students, and an introductory manual for support staff who work in libraries. This material 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., Working with Collections: An Introduction for Support Staff deals with the technical service aspect of library work- the processes that put a book on the shelf or online. It provides an introduction to publishers, vendors, preparing items for use, and caring for items in the collections and is both a text for professors who teach in library support staff programs and their students, and an introductory manual for support staff who work in libraries. This material 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., Working with Collections: An Introduction for Support Staff deals with the technical service aspect of library work- the processes that put a book on the shelf or online. It provides an introduction to publishers, vendors, preparing items for use, and caring for items in the collections and is both a text for professors who teach in library support staff programs and their students, and an introductory manual for support staff who work in libraries. This material 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., 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.
LC Classification NumberZ687.2.U6K44 2017
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