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Reference And Information Services

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Author : Melissa A. Wong
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2024-09-19

Reference And Information Services written by Melissa A. Wong and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-09-19 with Education categories.

"Written for LIS students taking reference courses, this popular textbook also serves as a helpful handbook for practitioners to refamiliarize themselves with particular types and formats of sources and to refresh their knowledge on specific service topics"--

Reference And Information Services

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Author : Kay Ann Cassell
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2013

Reference And Information Services written by Kay Ann Cassell and has been published by American Library Association this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Search skills of today bear little resemblance to searches through print publications. Reference service has become much more complex than in the past, and is in a constant state of flux. Learning the skill sets of a worthy reference librarian can be challenging, unending, rewarding, and-- yes, fun.

Reference Service And Sources

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Author : C.K. Sharma
language : en
Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Dist
Release Date : 2006

Reference Service And Sources written by C.K. Sharma and has been published by Atlantic Publishers & Dist this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Information resources categories.

The Rapid Developments In Computer Technology, Telecommunications, Printing Reprography, Etc. Have Important Implications For The Provision Of Information By Libraries To Their Users. Great Advances Have Been Made In The Automation Of Indexing And Abstracting Services. Despite Such Advances And Technological Impacts, The Actual Search Process And The End Result Remain The Same As In The Traditional Approach. Hence, The Significance Of Reference Sources And Services Cannot Be Overemphasised. The Reference Service Offered By The Libraries Enables The Readers To Obtain The Required Information From The Huge Collection Of Libraries In No Time. The Book Is Structured Into Two Parts. The First Part Acquaints The Readers With The Purpose, Functions And Kinds Of Reference Service; Qualities And Duties Of A Reference Librarian; Varied Sections In The Libraries; Reference Service In Public, Academic And Special Libraries; Sources And Classification Of Information, And Reference Queries.Part Ii Of The Book Is Devoted To Reference Sources. Beginning With The Evaluation Of Reference Sources, It Includes A Detailed Study On Directories, Bibliographies, Encyclopaedias, Biographies, Maps And Atlases, Dictionaries, Gazetteers And Guide Books.It Is Hoped That The Present Book Will Prove Useful For All Library Users. While The Teachers, Researchers And Students Of Library Science Will Find It Indispensable, The Reference Librarians Are Expected To Acquire Additional Skills Through This Book Which Shall Stand Them In Good Stead In The Technological Environment.

Introduction To Reference And Information Services In Today S School Library

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Author : Lesley S.J. Farmer
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Release Date : 2014-03-27

Introduction To Reference And Information Services In Today S School Library written by Lesley S.J. Farmer and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03-27 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Students come to the school library every day with questions ranging from “How many people live in China?” to “I need to find out how the Sun began for my science paper.” Helping students find the answers to their questions is one of the most important responsibilities school librarians have. In Introduction to Reference and Information Services in Today's School Library, one of America’s premier school library educators covers the A-Z of both reference and information services for today’s library. Everything from teaching students how to use sources to both in-person and virtual reference service is covered. A key feature of the text is an annotated bibliography of core print and electronic sources for elementary, middle, and high school collections. Yes, reference and information services are vital library functions in the digital age. Even students who appear to be tech savvy have trouble finding the right information efficiently - and knowing what to do with it. This book examines information needs and behaviors, and provides strategies for assessing and meeting the informational needs of the school community. The book also addresses the conditions for optimum service: physical access (including virtual access), effective interaction and collaboration, instructional design, and systematic planning. Newer issues such as embedded librarianship, curation,collective intelligence, and web 2.0 intellectual property are also addressed. This book introduces the entering professional, and updates practitioners, to current standards and useful strategies.

Reference And Information Services

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Author : Richard E. Bopp
language : en
Publisher: Englewood, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited
Release Date : 1991

Reference And Information Services written by Richard E. Bopp and has been published by Englewood, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Updated to reflect the latest trends and the newest sources commonly used for reference work, this new edition includes more detailed discussion of a wider range of reference-related services, including interlibrary loan, document delivery, and readers' advisory services. There is also increased attention to ethical issues and a stronger focus on user-centered services, both face-to-face and mediated by technology. In addition, the authors discuss Web sites of significant value and the impact of the Internet on reference services. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Reference And Information Services In The 21st Century

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Author : Kay Ann Cassell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006

Reference And Information Services In The 21st Century written by Kay Ann Cassell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Specifies the top resources in major subject areas and genres and shows students how to approach the reference transaction by matching specific types of questions to the best available resources regardless of format.

Information Sources Services And Systems

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Author : GURDEV SINGH
language : en
Publisher: PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
Release Date : 2013-01-10

Information Sources Services And Systems written by GURDEV SINGH and has been published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-10 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Reference and information services are considered an important activity of a modern library. This comprehensive and student-friendly book discusses in detail different types of information and reference sources and services, such as encyclopaedias, directories, yearbooks, dictionaries, geographical sources, biographical sources, statistical sources and handbooks. The book is organised into four parts. Part I deals with various types of information sources such as documentary and non-documentary sources. Part II discusses different types of reference services, organisation of reference section and the role of the librarian in the digital age. Part III describes the wide range of information service such as Current Awareness Service (CAS) and Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI). Part IV provides an overview of important information systems such as National Information System for Science and Technology (NISSAT) and International System for Agricultural Science and Technology (AGRIS). The book is intended for the undergraduate and postgraduate students of library science. Besides, it will also be very useful for librarians, information scientists, and information professionals. Salient Features Deals with both theoretical and practical aspects of information sources and services. Discusses various types of information sources and services keeping in view the latest trends and developments in the field. Presents the concepts related to information sources and services in a systematic and accessible way.

Reference And Information Services

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Author : Richard E. Bopp
language : en
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Release Date : 2011-05-23

Reference And Information Services written by Richard E. Bopp and has been published by Libraries Unlimited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-23 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Part I. Concepts and Processes, History and functions of reference service: Ethical aspects of reference service; The reference interview; Organization of information and search strategies; Electronic resources for reference; Understanding electronic information systems for reference; Access-related reference services; Instruction; Training and continual learning for reference staff; Evaluation of reference services; Organizing and delivering reference and information services; Reference services for specific populations. -- Part II. Information Sources and their Use: Selection and evaluation of reference sources: Directories; Almanacs, yearbooks and handbooks; Biographical sources; Dictionaries; Encyclopedias; Geographical sources; Bibliographic sources; Index and abstracts; Government information and statistics sources.

Reference And Information Services In The 21st Century Second Edition Revised

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Author : Kay Ann Cassell
language : en
Publisher: ALA Neal-Schuman
Release Date : 2011-05-31

Reference And Information Services In The 21st Century Second Edition Revised written by Kay Ann Cassell and has been published by ALA Neal-Schuman this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-05-31 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

This practical guide teaches failsafe methods for identifying important materials by matching specific types of questions to the best available sources, regardless of format. Information on more than 300 sources has been updated to provide you high quality information.

Reference And Information Services In Health Sciences Libraries

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Author : Medical Library Association
language : en
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 1994-05

Reference And Information Services In Health Sciences Libraries written by Medical Library Association and has been published by Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-05 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

Documents current practice, state of the art innovations, and trends in health sciences reference and information services, with an emphasis on new technologies.