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Leading Libraries - Wendi Arant Kasper - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Leading Libraries - Wendi Arant Kasper - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Quality leadership is integral to the very future of our profession. And it doesn''t only come from the top down. Effective leadership is customer-focused and collaborative, fostering a service culture that invites the involvement of individuals in every part and at every level of the organization, as the authors persuasively demonstrate in this practical new book. Drawing from case studies as well as the literature of business and social sciences, Leading Libraries provides guidance on how to apply the values of service leadership to both public and academic libraries. Through the use of examples, exercises, and tools for development, this book walks readers through the steps needed to create a sustainable, service-oriented model by: Explaining how a service culture reaches beyond the individual leader with positional authority and extends to all individuals Showing ways to build rapport and trust within an organization, and how to balance encouragement with accountability Detailing strategic thinking and planning methods that will lead to improvements in customer service, human resources, organizational development, and training Helping library leaders create a sustainable service culture through codifying their organization''s values, with advice on policies and procedures such as recruitment, performance evaluation, compensation, and succession planning Discussing the environment of change in libraries, showing how a library''s organizational culture is at the centre of being responsive and staying relevant. This valuable resource gathers the principles and best practices of leadership, and points the way towards creating a service culture that makes every staff member a library leader. Readership : This book will be useful for information professionals and aspiring leaders seeking to understand leadership and to develop their own service-lead leadership.

DKK 690.00
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The Public Library - David Mcmenemy - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Public Library - David Mcmenemy - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Public libraries are facing new challenges in the early 21st century, leading to unique solutions to allow them to survive and continue as a public service. The Public Library tells the story of the sector and explores its current position in society. Since the publication of the first edition, libraries have seen a reevaluation of service delivery models as part of a period of austerity that has changed the position of the service in public life. This second edition is fully updated to reflect this and other significant developments in the sector, including: – discussion of emerging delivery models that focus on community-led solutions such as volunteering – managing technology and digital advances such as Internet access and privacy – findings from a major new UK-based research project of the impact of COVID-19 on public libraries As a unique analysis of the concept of public library purpose in the UK, this book will be essential reading for anyone advocating for the service and its value.

DKK 732.00
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Delivering Research Data Management Services - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Delivering Research Data Management Services - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Step-by-step guidance to setting up and running effective institutional research data management services to support researchers and networks. The research landscape is changing, with key global research funders now requiring institutions to demonstrate how they will preserve and share research data. However, the practice of structured research data management is very new, and the construction of services remains experimental and in need of models and standards of approach. This groundbreaking guide will lead researchers, institutions and policy makers through the processes needed to set up and run effective institutional research data management services. This ‘how to’ guide provides a step-by-step explanation of the components for an institutional service. Case studies from the newly emerging service infrastructures in the UK, USA and Australia draw out the lessons learnt. Different approaches are highlighted and compared; for example, a researcher-focused strategy from Australia is contrasted with a national, top-down approach, and a national research data management service is discussed as an alternative to institutional services. Key topics covered: - - Research data provision - - Options and approaches to research data management service provision - - A spectrum of roles, responsibilities and competences - - A pathway to sustainable research data services: from scoping to sustainability - - The range and components of RDM infrastructure and services. - Case studies: - - Johns Hopkins University - - University of Southampton - - Monash University - - The UK Data Service - - Jisc Managing Research Data programmes. - Readership : This book will be an invaluable guide to those entering a new and untried enterprise. It will be particularly relevant to heads of libraries, information technology managers, research support office staff and research directors planning for these types of services. It will also be of interest to researchers, funders and policy makers as a reference tool for understanding how shifts in policy will have a range of ramifications within institutions. Library and information science students will find it an informative window on an emerging area of practice.

DKK 892.00
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Collaboration in Libraries and Learning Environments - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Collaboration in Libraries and Learning Environments - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The changing environment in higher education requires different approaches to be taken to the provision of professional support services. This may result in the development of outsourced shared services, the convergence of many different student-facing services or the development of more active collaborative networks. This collection of essays considers the changing context and broad principles affecting the ways in which we need to manage and provide services and offers case studies of changes that have already taken place. This book recognizes and uncovers the innovations that leaders and practitioners are implementing to transform and develop the provision of sustainable and creative support services. Such innovations are resulting in diverse models of service delivery and the development of more active collaborative networks and commercial partnerships. The essays are drawn from a broad spectrum of professionals working inside and outside library and information services as well as those responsible for leading multiply converged or joint service teams. Key topics include: - - The changing higher education context and how to build service success in uncertain times - - Connecting with the student perspective - - Working with professional associations - - Culture, values and change: observations from three consortia in Canada - - Managing complex change collaboratively and creatively - - Leaders and influencing skills of the future - - The role of technology in enabling collaboration and the role of shared data in extending the library’s value - - Space: changing the boundaries and the communal nature of the academic library - - Collaborative service provision through super-convergence - - Joint use libraries and transformational change. - Readership : Library leaders and practitioners and students of LIS.

DKK 797.00
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The Public Library - David Mcmenemy - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Public Library - David Mcmenemy - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Public libraries have changed beyond anyone''s predictions in the past ten years and are at a vital stage in their historical development. This timely book is the first standalone text to examine the role and services of the UK public library in the 21st century context. The book discusses the nature and functions of the modern public library service, from its beginnings as the street-corner university, through its delivery of state-of-the-art services and beyond. At the heart of the book is a passionate argument for the professional and public significance of the public library service. The key chapters are: - - public libraries: the modern context - - historical development of public libraries - - equity of access - - cultural and leisure roles - - information, advice and informed citizenship - - lifelong learning - - the impact of ICT - - management, governance and budgeting issues - - performance measurement and evaluation - - professional and staffing issues - - marketing, branding and buildings - - the public library of tomorrow. - Readership : Of interest to all students and researchers of library and information science, as well as professionals in public libraries, this book is an advocacy tool for an essential service consistently under pressure.

DKK 765.00
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Exploring Research Data Management - Andrew Cox - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Exploring Research Data Management - Andrew Cox - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Research Data Management (RDM) has become a professional topic of great importance internationally following changes in scholarship and government policies about the sharing of research data. Exploring Research Data Management provides an accessible introduction and guide to RDM with engaging tasks for the reader to follow and develop their knowledge. Starting by exploring the world of research and the importance and complexity of data in the research process, the book considers how a multi-professional support service can be created then examines the decisions that need to be made in designing different types of research data service from local policy creation, training, through to creating a data repository. Coverage includes: - - A discussion of the drivers and barriers to RDM - - Institutional policy and making the case for Research Data Services - - Practical data management - - Data literacy and training researchers - - Ethics and research data services - - Case studies and practical advice from working in a Research Data Service. - This book will be useful reading for librarians and other support professionals who are interested in learning more about RDM and developing Research Data Services in their own institution. It will also be of value to students on librarianship, archives, and information management courses studying topics such as RDM, digital curation, data literacies and open science.

DKK 752.00
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Libraries without Walls 7 - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Libraries without Walls 7 - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

This edited collection is drawn from the seventh Libraries Without Walls Conference , held in 2007. From their beginnings in 1995, the Libraries Without Walls conferences have mapped a major change in the practice of librarianship. While library services are still concerned to provide users with physical access to their buildings, electronic access - often from remote locations - is becoming ever more dominant. Library services are being integrated into virtual learning, research and personal environments. In 2007 CERLIM wished to encourage the widest possible range of papers to reflect the diverse current developments in library service delivery. These covered: - - New kinds of service, especially those that open up new paradigms of ''library'' - perhaps the library equivalent of YouTube or MySpace - - The library''s role within new models of scholarly publishing, including experience of developing services based on institutional or other repositories, and the responsibility of the library for digital curation - - Service delivery in challenging environments, especially where the infrastructure may be sub-optimal, as in some developing countries, or where the user group represents particular challenges - - New technological solutions and the impact on users of the improved services they make possible - - Delivery and assessment of information skills/literacies, especially where this is achieved through electronic environments. - These state-of-the-art papers are designed to increase understanding of the role and importance of information in the learning process, and to enable information professionals and course developers to keep abreast of the latest developments in this vital area.

DKK 796.00
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Information Needs Analysis - Daniel G. Dorner - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Information Needs Analysis - Daniel G. Dorner - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

If you want to provide an information service that truly fulfils your users'' needs, this book is essential reading. Analysing and assessing the information needs of clients is key to the provision of effective service and appropriate collections in both face-to-face and virtual library services. The importance of information needs analysis is widely recognized by information professionals, but currently there is little substantive, detailed work in the professional literature devoted to this important topic. This new book is designed to fill that gap, by supporting practitioners in developing an information needs analysis strategy, and offering the necessary professional skills and techniques to do so. It will offer guidance to team leaders and senior managers in all areas of library work, especially those involved in collection management, service provision and web development, and is equally applicable to the needs of academic, public, government, commercial and other more specialized library and information services. The text adopts a hands-on, jargon-free approach, and includes relevant examples, case studies, reader activities and sources of further reading. Key areas covered include: - - what is information needs analysis? - - how is needs analysis conducted? - - what are the varieties of needs analysis? - - how are analyses evaluated and reported? - Readership : The book will be essential reading for library and information practitioners, team leaders and senior managers. It will also be a core text on course reading lists in departments of library and information studies.

DKK 765.00
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CILIP Guidelines for Secondary School Libraries - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

CILIP Guidelines for Secondary School Libraries - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

This fully updated version of the CILIP-endorsed guidelines for secondary school libraries addresses the changing schools’ landscape and impact of technological changes of recent years. Focusing on the librarian at the heart of the school, each chapter interweaves best practice, technological development and context-specific options to provide clear guidance and support for all involved in the provision of school library services. Amongst other key topics the Guidelines cover: - - Providing quality resources - - Information literacy - - Reader development - - Pro-active marketing - - Evaluation - - Partnerships and the wider community. - Developed with an international audience in mind, these guidelines provide a comprehensive and flexible model for a modern school library service. Readership : This will be essential reading for all those who work in school library services, whatever their level of qualification. The guidelines will also be of interest to teachers, especially those in management positions, school governors, business people who service school libraries, and students of librarianship.

DKK 732.00
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Putting Library Assessment Data to Work - Frankie Wilson - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Putting Library Assessment Data to Work - Frankie Wilson - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Effective library assessment is crucial for a successful academic library. But what do we mean by library assessment and how can it be used to improve the library service? This new book provides a practical guide for library administrators, managers and practitioners on how to make effective use of existing sources of information for assessment activities with the aim of improving academic library services. Putting Library Assessment Data to Work brings together key library assessment methodologies detailing how they can be used to improve an academic Library. The book takes common sources of data that academic libraries will already be collecting, and presents simple qualitative and quantitative techniques that can be used to evaluate and assess their services, both in detail and overall. The different assessment methods are presented from a practical perspective with a theoretical grounding, and include practical case studies to illustrate how the methodologies have successfully been applied. The book includes coverage of: - - The theoretical framework for assessment, its purpose and the tools and techniques used - - Institutional, national and international student surveys and how they can be used to improve library service - - The history and development of standardised library surveys (eg LibQUAL+®), how they have been used and their impact - - The benefits of In house library surveys and case studies of where they gave been used - - Library statistics, including standardised statistics sets and key performance indicators - - Qualitative feedback in the library - - Emerging techniques including UX - - Taking a holistic approach to library assessment through advocacy and strategic planning - This book will be essential reading for library and information service managers, administrators, assessment practitioners, educators and policy shapers. It will also be useful for students and researchers interested in library assessment.

DKK 808.00
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The New Professional's Toolkit - Bethan Ruddock - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The New Professional's Toolkit - Bethan Ruddock - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

This practical toolkit will be your guide towards career success and fulfilment as you make your way in the information sector. Each chapter captures the expert advice of rising stars in the profession and across sectors, interweaving case studies that illustrate how to thrive in the information sector, take control of your professional development and get to grips with every area of information work. A companion website provides further information, resources and links. Comprehensive coverage includes: - - adapting to your new environment and assessing and developing your skills - - getting involved in professional networks and promoting yourself - - project planning and management - - meeting your users needs and measuring success - - using online and social media tools - - marketing your service - - developing technical skills - - information ethics and IP - - working with stakeholders - - how to generate funding for your service - - writing and speaking, conferences and professional organisations - - further qualifications, mentoring and moving on. - Readership : This is the ultimate resource for all new professionals across the information disciplines, and internationally, whether in archives, academic, public or special libraries. It’s also an ideal introduction to information work for LIS students who want to be prepared for the world of work.

DKK 690.00
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Better by Design - Ayub Khan - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Better by Design - Ayub Khan - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Drawing on the authors’ experience gained from library projects around the world, this book charts a readable path through everything from the planning of a new library, to major refurbishment, or the remodelling of a current library. It clearly explains the library design language and processes needed by professionals overseeing any project, and covers essential aspects including ensuring cost-effectiveness, eco-efficiencies, improved service and community impact meet the organisation’s objectives. Fully revised and updated, this new edition includes coverage of: - - the need for flexible and adaptable library spaces - - the environmental impact of building design, construction and use - - the trend towards multi-use, multi-purpose buildings to serve community, cultural and educational needs - - a customer-centred approach to service delivery - - heightened focus on health and wellbeing for all stakeholders - - the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and customer access needs on the design and layout of a library - - the rapid growth of digital services. - International and cross-sectoral in scope, this book is an essential guide for library professionals or architects involved in library building, remodelling or development. It will also be a valuable reference for students of both library and architectural design.

DKK 724.00
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The Social Future of Academic Libraries - Tim Schlak - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Social Future of Academic Libraries - Tim Schlak - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The current focus in higher education on student engagement, holistic education, social responsibility and community partnerships demands a significant mind-shift for academic libraries to reclaim their place at the heart of academic institutions that are reinventing themselves as social enterprises. The professional response to social trends in the academy and society includes moves such as converged services, embedded librarians, relationship management, inside-out libraries and design thinking. But such work is often confined to small parts of the library and has not created the largescale change in strategy and culture required to turn libraries into dynamic social organisations in the connected digital world. Incremental enhancement of services, spaces and structures is not enough. The present context calls for radical rethinking of library mission and service philosophy to realign resources, processes and practices to institutional needs. New ways of working must be guided by new ways of thinking that empower librarians to view practices holistically through a social lens. Intellectual and social capital theories offer new perspectives on library work and a proven conceptual framework for the reset needed to keep academic libraries relevant in the 21st century. The Social Future of Academic Libraries starts with the developments in thinking and practice that constitute the ‘social turn’ in communities, professions, the economy, the academy and libraries, while also introducing the core concepts of intellectual and social capital and networks. Part II presents nine case studies illustrating how social capital perspectives and social network theory can facilitate organisational learning, service development and collaborative relationships across different areas of library practice. Examples cover collection development, data services, information literacy, liaison librarians, library fundraising, service design, space utilisation, subject specialists and student success. The volume is accompanied by a keyword guide to the concepts, theories and models referenced in the text via two downloadable glossaries with related bibliographies to inform current reading and future work.

DKK 723.00
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Measuring Library Performance - Peter Brophy - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Measuring Library Performance - Peter Brophy - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Measuring the performance of a library''s services is one of the most crucial parts of providing a good service. This important book is the first to provide an accessible account of current thinking on the evaluation of library services, both traditional and - importantly - electronic library services. Illustrated throughout with a range of international examples across different types of libraries, this book will become the standard work on performance measurement. The book is structured to focus first of all on the intended user of the services (outcome and impact perspectives), then to look at the management of the service (output and process issues), then at evaluating the building blocks of services (input issues) and finally to draw together these strands by examining some of the broader frameworks for evaluation which have emerged. The book ends with an extensive Appendix with a description of key methodologies and suitable references. Each chapter includes suggestions for further reading as well as key references. The key areas addressed include: - - user satisfaction - - impact on users - - economic impact - - inputs - - evaluating processes - - counting the outputs - - acquiring content - - staff - - evaluating infrastructure - - benchmarking and balanced scorecard - - standards based approaches. - Readership : The emphasis on principles and techniques in the book means that it is perfect reading for busy practitioners but it is also eminently suitable for students and researchers trying to get to grips with this tricky area.

DKK 796.00
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Using Web 2.0 for Health Information - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Using Web 2.0 for Health Information - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Working together is a particular strength of information professionals in all sectors. In the area of health information in particular, the potential for using the internet for collaborative working is immense. Since it was first formally described in 2004, what is currently known as Web 2.0 has affected every library and information sector. Web 2.0 has tremendous potential to transform health information delivery still further. Although there have been any individual articles examining Web 2.0 applications and methods of working, and there are many individual examples of best practice, substantive works that synthesise this experience in one volume are rare. This new book is designed to meet this need, by drawing together international case studies and reflections on using Web 2.0. The book blends practical insights, theory and reflective approaches to offer a cohesive overview of how Web 2.0 is already changing health and medical information work. Main strands include: - - enhancing medical, nursing and health education - - information literacy in a health information environment - - supporting research - - supporting clinical care - - developing a service presence using Web 2.0 - - using social networking to develop an outreach service. - Readership : Although the focus of the book is health information, it would be relevant to anyone who would like to gain an insight into this innovative and cost-effective method of delivering and sharing information. It is equally relevant for those new to Web 2.0, or those with more experience wishing to gain further insight into its application.

DKK 850.00
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M-Libraries 3 - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

M-Libraries 3 - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

This title draws together international authorities to explore the variety of work that libraries are doing across the world to deliver resources to users via mobile and hand-held devices. Based on the proceedings of the Third International M-Libraries Conference held in Brisbane in May 2011, this draws together cutting-edge international contributions from the leading authorities in the field. The main strands of discussion include: - - mobile services and their development - - mobile users, their behaviour and requirements - - emerging technical developments including new platforms, devices and applications - - strategy and infrastructure developments at national level - - reflections and feedback on new service models - - local innovation. - Readership : Information professionals in all sectors, policy makers, researchers, developers, publishers, suppliers, LIS students and new professionals.

DKK 796.00
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An Introduction to Library and Information Work - Anne Totterdell - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

An Introduction to Library and Information Work - Anne Totterdell - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

This book introduces support staff, paraprofessionals and students to the workplace. Informing readers of the latest developments in the sector, the text provides them with a practical, educational underpinning to library and information work across the sectors. It introduces the structure and functions of the principal types of library and looks at the key areas of competence necessary for the efficient and informed practice of a wide range of tasks. Contents include: - - management perspectives - - information and communications technology - - recruitment, supervision - - digital libraries - - electronic resources - - user services - - customer service - - library cooperation - - information skills - Readership : This is an essential self-development tool for all new entrants to the sector. It is ideal for parprofessional training and as a continuing professional education reader for the non-professional.

DKK 690.00
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Making the Most of RFID in Libraries - Martin Palmer - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Making the Most of RFID in Libraries - Martin Palmer - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) has had a rapid impact on the library world. Its advantage over other technologies used in libraries is usually seen to be its ability to combine the functions of the barcode and the security tag, but with the added advantages of being able to read multiple items seemingly simultaneously without need of line of sight. The customer-friendly self-service that this combination of features makes possible is at the heart of the attraction of RFID for most libraries. This practical and straightforward book is designed to help library managers decide whether RFID has anything to offer them and – if so – how to make the most of the benefits while coping with the challenges inherent in this rapidly developing technology. It also offers many further sources of information to follow up. Applicable to all types of libraries, its contents include: - - RFID, libraries and the wider world - - RFID in libraries: the background and the basics - - RFID, library applications and the library management system - - standards and interoperability - - privacy - - RFID and health and safety - - RFID and library design - - building a business case for RFID in libraries, and requesting proposals - - staffing: savings, redeployment or something else? - - buying a system: evaluating the offers - - installing RFID: project management - - making the most of RFID: a case study - - RFID, libraries and the future. - Readership : RFID has the potential to revolutionize many aspects of library service delivery. Written by an expert in the field, this book is a very worthwhile investment for all those library professionals considering converting to RFID for their libraries, as well as those who are implementing it already.

DKK 796.00
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From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation - Mauro Guerrini - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation - Mauro Guerrini - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Cataloguing has always produced a catalogue, while the creation of metadata has produced the metadata of given resources. However, in this digital age, the two are more connected than ever. A catalogue is made up of metadata that can be searched, identified, structured and selected. This then means the metadata creation process is adopted as a part of cataloguing. From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation is a cultural and methodological introduction to the evolution of cataloguing towards the metadata creation process in the digital era. It is a journey through the founding principles and the objectives of the ''information organisation'' service that libraries offer. The book aims to outline the new library context, highlighting continuities and innovations compared to traditional cataloguing and intends to trace the path from traditional cataloguing to the new metadata creation process.

DKK 958.00
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From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation - Mauro Guerrini - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation - Mauro Guerrini - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Cataloguing has always produced a catalogue, while the creation of metadata has produced the metadata of given resources. However, in this digital age, the two are more connected than ever. A catalogue is made up of metadata that can be searched, identified, structured and selected. This then means the metadata creation process is adopted as a part of cataloguing. From Cataloguing to Metadata Creation is a cultural and methodological introduction to the evolution of cataloguing towards the metadata creation process in the digital era. It is a journey through the founding principles and the objectives of the ''information organisation'' service that libraries offer. The book aims to outline the new library context, highlighting continuities and innovations compared to traditional cataloguing and intends to trace the path from traditional cataloguing to the new metadata creation process.

DKK 500.00
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M-Libraries 2 - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

M-Libraries 2 - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Interest in m-library services has grown exponentially in the last five years, as libraries are recognizing the potential of ubiquitous and increasingly sophisticated mobile devices. Building on the highly regarded M-Libraries: libraries on the move to provide virtual access, this new book brings together research and case studies from all corners of the globe on the development and delivery of library services and content to mobile devices. Based on the proceedings of the Second International M-Libraries Conference held in Vancouver, this new collection of contributions from authorities in the field serves to demonstrate the ingenuity and creativity of developers and service providers in this area, ranging from the innovative application of basic mobile phone technology to provide information services in remote parts of the globe lacking internet access, to the development of new tools and technologies which harness the full functionality of popular mobile phones. Key topics include: - - enhancing library access through the use of mobile technology - - the university library digital reading room - - mobile access for workplace and language training - - the role of an agent supplying content on mobile devices - - cyberlearning and reference services via mobile devices - - podcasting as an outreach tool - - service models for information therapy services delivered to mobiles - - bibliographic ontology and e-books - - health literacy and healthy action in the connected age - - a collaborative approach to support flexible, blended and technology-enhanced learning - The collection demonstrates the emergence of an evidence base for m-libraries, with a number of contributions presenting the results of user surveys and studies of user behaviour. Readership : This highly topical book should be read by information professionals in all sectors, and by policy makers, researchers, developers, publishers and suppliers. It will also be of great interest to library and information studies students and newcomers to the profession.

DKK 796.00
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The Librarian’s Guide to Learning Theory - Ann Medaille - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Librarian’s Guide to Learning Theory - Ann Medaille - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

This book will help library and information professionals better understand how people learn in order to improve support for instruction in their library. From book clubs to media facilities, libraries support learning in numerous ways. In this accessible handbook, Medaille unchains the field of learning theory from its verbose and dense underpinnings to show how libraries can use concepts and principles to better serve the needs of their users. Readers will discover: - - concrete ways to improve library instruction, spaces, services, resources, and technologies - - succinct overviews of major learning theories drawn from the fields of psychology, education, philosophy and many more - - summaries of the most relevant aspects of each theory and instructional methods, showing how the various theories interact and support each other. - This book will be useful for library and information professionals seeking to better understand their community and service users.

DKK 556.00
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The Kind Librarian - Helen Rimmer - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

The Kind Librarian - Helen Rimmer - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Information professionals work in dynamically changing environments with a diverse range of patrons, which can sometimes present stressful situations. This book seeks to aid staff in information and heritage organizations in steering through challenges by fostering a culture grounded in kindness and wellbeing, promoting a more supportive and understanding work environment. The strategies presented in this book will ensure the sustained mental health and satisfaction of both staff and the patrons they serve, underlining a human-centered approach to library management and community service. Coverage includes - practicalities of kindness in the workplace; - crafting a culture of kindness; and - kind use of data for wellbeing. This book explores the practical implementation of policies that support a kind and healthy work environment. Readers will learn how to create strategies that foster collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect among staff and patrons.

DKK 601.00
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User Experience (UX) Design for Libraries - Amanda Etches - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

User Experience (UX) Design for Libraries - Amanda Etches - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

User experience (UX) characterizes how a person feels about using a product, system or service. UX design incorporates the practical aspects of utility, ease of use and efficiency to make your web design and functionality decisions with patrons in mind. This results in a better design, a more intuitive interface, and a more enjoyable experience. Part of the award-winning TECH SET series, this book shows you how to get there by providing hands-on steps and best practices for UX design principles, practices, and tools to engage with patrons online and build the best web presence for your library. You''ll find out how to conduct a usability test, perform a card sort, make decisions on how to build the architecture of your site, create personas as a cornerstone of your website planning process, create a content strategy, and perform an experience-based evaluation of your site.

DKK 584.00
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Data Science in the Library - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

Data Science in the Library - - Bog - Facet Publishing - Plusbog.dk

In the last decade, data science has generated new fields of study and transformed existing disciplines. As data science reshapes academia, how can libraries and librarians engage with this rapidly evolving, dynamic form of research? Can libraries leverage their existing strengths in information management, instruction, and research support to advance data science? Data Science in the Library: Tools and Strategies for Supporting Data-Driven Research and Instruction brings together an international group of librarians and faculty to consider the opportunities afforded by data science for research libraries. Using practical examples, each chapter focuses on data science instruction, reproducible research, establishing data science services and key data science partnerships. This book will be invaluable to library and information professionals interested in building or expanding data science services. It is a practical, useful tool for researchers, students, and instructors interested in implementing models for data science service that build community and advance the discipline.

DKK 710.00
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