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(Paperback)

Defines, describes, and promotes the field of online library programming. This book explains how public programs - from lectures, demonstrations, and interviews to book discussions and story hours - can be delivered in real time utilizing a variety of interactive communication tools, including voice-over-IP, text chatting, and co-browsing.

(Hardback, 2nd Revised edition)

Because the library is no longer the only place where a researcher may conduct literature searches, this revised edition gives extensive attention to electronic searches from remote sites, such as computers at the home or office.

Searching for information is changing from the traditional library setting to the remote environment.

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(Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

Offers a comprehensive introduction to online systems that primarily provide information in the form of bibliographic citations. Walker and Janes give basic how-to information on the use of online systems, discuss topics for which there are no accepted paradigms, and present alternative points of view within a framework of previous research.

(Paperback)

This fascinating tale of the rise and fall of mini-computer-based integrated library systems (ILS) offers both an explanation of the technical workings-still being used daily-and a historical investigation.

(Hardback)

This guide focuses on the implementation and management of second-generation automated library systems. The book expands the subject to include special, public and academic libraries and takes into account the experience of those libraries which have already automated and are now considering migration to more powerful automated library systems.

(Paperback)

Learn how to help your library patrons deepen their internet searches to more effectively find information, images, videos, statistics, maps, books, definitions, translations, and more.

You know how to dash off a quick Google search, but do you know how to go further with your searching to get everything you actually need

(Paperback)

Protect patron privacy and safeguard Internet usage using this how-to manual for creating a secure environment in your library. You'll learn how simple changes to your policies, procedures, and computer settings can ensure a private and safe research space for users.

(Paperback)

A comprehensive guide for all sizes of libraries, this book guides you through the entire process of effectively redesigning your library's website-from evaluating your current site and understanding user needs, to creating a budget, through to launching and maintaining your updated site.

(Paperback)

Apple has Siri, Amazon Alexa, Google Google Assistant, and Microsoft Cortana. Learn how you can use a popular technology to improve library services, increase their efficiency, and excel in your career.

Digital assistants such as Alexa and Siri can play music, podcasts, audiobooks, and the radio;

(Paperback)

This book provides a comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide for making the most of the online learning environment.

The integration of Web 2.0 tools into an online learning environment requires more than just connecting technology: it involves a paradigm shift from "online learning" to "open network learning."

(Paperback)

(Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

Rational and methodical, systems analysis has been used successfully by business, industry, and research organizations. This new edition employs basic elements from the business world to show users how to apply systems analysis effectively to any library setting.

(Hardback, 2nd Revised edition)

Focusing on one of the most fundamental areas of librarianship, Gorman and a host of distinguished contributors examine the current state of the field of technical services and offer their views on its future.

(Hardback)

This book chronicles the attitudes of librarians toward technological innovations that took place between 1860 and 1960. This monograph records the attempts of a few librarians to integrate a number of technological innovations into the library environment and to project their possible future applications.

(Paperback)

Librarians are affected by technology in every aspect of their jobs, yet they often have little understanding of the technologies underlying the systems they use every day. Librarians are affected by technology in every aspect of their jobs, yet they often have little understanding of the technologies underlying the systems they use every day.

(Paperback)

Gaming offers a great way to reach teens. This book gives library staff the tools to deliver game programming that goes beyond the basic video and board game format.

(Hardback)

While other publications identify technologies and speculate on applications, this volume focuses on the impacts of information technology on several aspects of librarianship.

The book first delineates emerging technologies and their impact on reference services and bibliographic instruction.

(Hardback)

and a new look at preservation alternatives within the context of the research library's future.

Eldred Smith identifies the essential contribution that the research librarian makes to the scholarly process, as well as how and why the librarian has, throughout history, been unable to fulfill the role completely.

(Paperback)

This collection of articles about high technology in the school library media centre covers everything from current theory to actual field success. Topics discussed range from CD-ROM, LM_NET and thinking skills, to information curriculum and distance education.

(Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)