Author: Wayne Disher
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538135949
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Here’s the first comprehensive case studies in library management book to be published since 1981! The book use case studies gleaned from TODAY’S library world to help students take analytical approaches to library problems. Much research points to the fact that students are more inductive than deductive reasoners. Therefore, books like this which provide actual examples to explore and think about are far more useful than many of the existing texts which start with theory and basic principles. Case studies are often used in business, law, and medical schools. This book will facilitate instructors pushing want students to explore how what they have learned applies to real world situations. Cases are organized in six sections that parallel basic library management functions: Planning Organizing Leading Controlling Staffing Communicating Each section features case studies , each with the case description and three responses from library leaders from a wide variety of library types and sizes. Library Management Problems Today: Case Studies will allow students to put themselves in the center of actual library problems and ask “What would I do?”
Library Management Tips that Work
Author: Carol Smallwood
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838992870
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Written by contributors from across the field, this eclectic guide offers best practices suitable for managers in all types of libraries.
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838992870
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Written by contributors from across the field, this eclectic guide offers best practices suitable for managers in all types of libraries.
Library Management Problems Today
Author: Wayne Disher
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538135949
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Here’s the first comprehensive case studies in library management book to be published since 1981! The book use case studies gleaned from TODAY’S library world to help students take analytical approaches to library problems. Much research points to the fact that students are more inductive than deductive reasoners. Therefore, books like this which provide actual examples to explore and think about are far more useful than many of the existing texts which start with theory and basic principles. Case studies are often used in business, law, and medical schools. This book will facilitate instructors pushing want students to explore how what they have learned applies to real world situations. Cases are organized in six sections that parallel basic library management functions: Planning Organizing Leading Controlling Staffing Communicating Each section features case studies , each with the case description and three responses from library leaders from a wide variety of library types and sizes. Library Management Problems Today: Case Studies will allow students to put themselves in the center of actual library problems and ask “What would I do?”
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538135949
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Here’s the first comprehensive case studies in library management book to be published since 1981! The book use case studies gleaned from TODAY’S library world to help students take analytical approaches to library problems. Much research points to the fact that students are more inductive than deductive reasoners. Therefore, books like this which provide actual examples to explore and think about are far more useful than many of the existing texts which start with theory and basic principles. Case studies are often used in business, law, and medical schools. This book will facilitate instructors pushing want students to explore how what they have learned applies to real world situations. Cases are organized in six sections that parallel basic library management functions: Planning Organizing Leading Controlling Staffing Communicating Each section features case studies , each with the case description and three responses from library leaders from a wide variety of library types and sizes. Library Management Problems Today: Case Studies will allow students to put themselves in the center of actual library problems and ask “What would I do?”
Legal Issues for Library and Information Managers
Author: William Z Nasri
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317941330
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Here is a useful and readable volume about important and controversial legal issues of concern to all library managers and information professionals. Learn the implications of the complex, relevant laws on collective bargaining, privacy of circulation files, employee record keeping, personnel management, censorship, copyright, and much more.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317941330
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Here is a useful and readable volume about important and controversial legal issues of concern to all library managers and information professionals. Learn the implications of the complex, relevant laws on collective bargaining, privacy of circulation files, employee record keeping, personnel management, censorship, copyright, and much more.
Problems in Library Management
Author: K. S. Umapathy
Publisher: Vikas Publishing House Private
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Publisher: Vikas Publishing House Private
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Problems in University Library Management
Author: Booz, Allen & Hamilton
Publisher: Association of Research Libr
ISBN:
Category : Academic libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Publisher: Association of Research Libr
ISBN:
Category : Academic libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Problems in Library Management
Author: Arthur James Anderson
Publisher: Littleton, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Publisher: Littleton, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
Six Issues Facing Libraries Today
Author: John M. Budd
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1442277386
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
This book addresses some of the most pressing issues in library and information science. It offers informed insight and perspectives on six essential and timely questions facing the profession: What is information? What is information literacy? What roles do academic libraries play in higher education today? How can we effectively educate librarians? What are the ethical and moral bases of the library and information professions? What is the future of librarianship? Written by John M. Budd, one of librarianship’s most-respected educators and the author of twelve previous books, and copublished with Beta Phi Mu, the International Honor Society for librarianship, this is sure to become one of profession’s most talked-about books.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1442277386
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
This book addresses some of the most pressing issues in library and information science. It offers informed insight and perspectives on six essential and timely questions facing the profession: What is information? What is information literacy? What roles do academic libraries play in higher education today? How can we effectively educate librarians? What are the ethical and moral bases of the library and information professions? What is the future of librarianship? Written by John M. Budd, one of librarianship’s most-respected educators and the author of twelve previous books, and copublished with Beta Phi Mu, the International Honor Society for librarianship, this is sure to become one of profession’s most talked-about books.
Library Management 101
Author: Diane L. Velasquez
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 083891148X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
Knowing the principles of general management is both useful and necessary for LIS students, but learning management techniques specific to the world of libraries is no less important. Created to fill a surprising educational void, this edited volume focuses on best practices from library management experts teaching in LIS programs across the country. Among the many topics discussed are Classic and contemporary theories of management, and how they apply to the library Human resource planning Marketing and public relations Negotiations, mediation, and financial management of the library Facilities management Information technology management and future trends Change management and organizational culture Ethics and confidentiality In addition to providing students with a solid foundation in library management, experienced managers will also benefit from the structured, practical knowledge included in this impressive volume.
Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 083891148X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 385
Book Description
Knowing the principles of general management is both useful and necessary for LIS students, but learning management techniques specific to the world of libraries is no less important. Created to fill a surprising educational void, this edited volume focuses on best practices from library management experts teaching in LIS programs across the country. Among the many topics discussed are Classic and contemporary theories of management, and how they apply to the library Human resource planning Marketing and public relations Negotiations, mediation, and financial management of the library Facilities management Information technology management and future trends Change management and organizational culture Ethics and confidentiality In addition to providing students with a solid foundation in library management, experienced managers will also benefit from the structured, practical knowledge included in this impressive volume.
Library Management
Author: Robert D. Stueart
Publisher: Littleton, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher: Littleton, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries
Author: Thanuskodi, S.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1466640715
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
Academic libraries cater to the diverse needs of scholars, scientists, technocrats, researchers, students, and others personally and professionally invested in higher education. Due to advancements in information and communication technologies (ICT), the vision and mission of academic libraries are changing in developing countries. Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries provides the latest theoretical frameworks and empirical research into academic libraries, investigating concerns such as illiteracy, budgeting, software development, technical training, and others. In particular, this book will be of use to professionals and researchers working in the field of library and information science who are looking for new methods and best practices in the management of effective academic libraries. This book is part of the Advances in Library and Information Science series collection.
Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1466640715
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
Academic libraries cater to the diverse needs of scholars, scientists, technocrats, researchers, students, and others personally and professionally invested in higher education. Due to advancements in information and communication technologies (ICT), the vision and mission of academic libraries are changing in developing countries. Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries provides the latest theoretical frameworks and empirical research into academic libraries, investigating concerns such as illiteracy, budgeting, software development, technical training, and others. In particular, this book will be of use to professionals and researchers working in the field of library and information science who are looking for new methods and best practices in the management of effective academic libraries. This book is part of the Advances in Library and Information Science series collection.