Library Management 101: A Practical Guide

Velasquez, Diane L. ed.  Library Management 101: A Practical Guide.  Chicago: ALA, 2013.  025.1 Libra   ISBN 9780838911488

Knowing the principles of general management is both useful and necessary for LIS students, but it s no less important to learn management techniques specific to the world of libraries. 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 modern 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

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.

Every Child Ready for School

Stoltz, Dorothy, Elaine M. Czarnecki, and Connie Wilson. Every Child Ready for School: Helping Adults Inspire Young Children to Learn. Chicago: ALA Editions, 2013. ISBN: 978-0-8389-1125-9 

 

Publisher's Description

The topic of early literacy continues to gain momentum in educational circles. But early literacy storytimes are only one way libraries can contribute. The authors of this innovative training handbook offer many more. Reflecting the combined expertise of a reading specialist, an outreach librarian, and an early literacy trainer, Every Child Ready for School keeps libraries at the forefront of early literacy and school readiness information delivery. Focusing on training the caregiver, this handbook

• Explains how to help day-care providers, homeschoolers, and others who care for young children foster school-readiness skills among their charges
• Arms librarians with a step-by-step workshop model, with tips on implementing and evaluating the program
• Provides guidance for coordinating workshops with other library early literacy initiatives
• Includes resources and activities to share with participants

Presenting models which can be easily adapted to state-mandated school-readiness requirements, Every Child Ready for School helps libraries fashion their own innovative community early literacy outreach programs. 

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Enhancing Teaching and Learning, 3rd Ed.

Donham, John. Enhancing Teaching and Learning: A Leadership Guide for School Librarians. 3rd ed. Chicago: ALA Neal-Schuman, 2013. ISBN: 978-1-55570-887-0

Publisher's Description

This new edition of a classic shows how to take a proactive role in shaping instruction by learning how to develop and implement a library media program and integrate it into the total educational experience. Revised and updated, Donham’s third edition covers all aspects of the school system: students, curriculum and instruction, principals, district administration, and the community. It demonstrates how to interact and collaborate in order to integrate the school library media program throughout these environments. This new edition offers

• Real-life examples of issues in school librarianship
• Current statistics and research results on early learning, child poverty, and other topics
• A new chapter on "the virtual school library"
• Expanded coverage of nonfiction and complex texts

Readers will benefit from this complete coverage of the school environment--common staff structures, budget issues, and more.

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Neal-Schuman Library Technology Companion

Burke, John J. Neal Schuman Library Technology Companion. 4th edition. Neal-Schuman, 2013. ISBN: 978-1-55570-915-0

Description
The fourth edition of Burke's comprehensive resource, newly revised and updated, is a primer for any current or future library professional looking to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. This all-in-one guide helps readers stay connected to the latest library technology topics and tools.

Table of Contents

Part I: Library Technology Basics

Chapter 1. What the Folks in the Trenches Know That You Should Too

Chapter 2. The History of Information Technology in Libraries

Chapter 3. How to Find Information on Library Technologies

Chapter 4. Evaluating, Buying, and Implementing Technology

Part II: Technology Tools for Libraries

Chapter 5. Computers in Libraries: Desktops, Laptops, Mobile Devices, and Office Applications

Chapter 6. Computer Communication in Libraries: The Internet, Wi-Fi, and E-mail

Chapter 7. Whither the Library Catalog? Library Systems, Discovery Layers, and Open-Source Options

Chapter 8. Storage Devices in Libraries: Magnetic Media and Our Old Friend Paper

Chapter 9. Library Databases and Electronic Resources: Full-Text Periodicals, E-books, and E-reference Collections

Chapter 10. The Internet’s Impact on Finding Information: A Is for Amazon, G Is for Google

Chapter 11. Web 2.0 and Libraries: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Skype

Part III: How Libraries Put Technology to Work

Chapter 12. Meeting and Supporting Patron Technology Needs: Universal Design and Adaptive/Assistive Technology

Chapter 13. Library 2.0 and the Library: Virtual Reference, Blogs, and Usability

Chapter 14. How Library Staff Learn and Teach: Screencasts, Distance Learning, and Learning Management Systems

Part IV: Building and Maintaining the Technology Environment in Libraries

Chapter 15. Protecting Technology and Technology Users: Spam, Spyware, and Security Strips

Chapter 16. When Things Fall Apart: Troubleshooting Tips for Every Technology User

Chapter 17. Building the Technology Environment: Ergonomics, Infrastructure, and Gaming

Part V: Where Library Technology Is Going and How to Get There

Chapter 18. Writing a Technology Plan

Chapter 19. Our Technological Future: Ranganathan Meets Googlezon

Teen Craft Projects 2 (book)

Coleman, T. & Llanes, P. (2013) Teen Craft Projects 2. Chicago, IL: American Library Association.

From the authors of the enormously popular Hipster Librarian’s Guide to Teen Craft Projects comes an all-new selection of innovative ideas. These projects have been chosen especially to engage tweens and teens—and have been field-tested by YA librarian Amy Alessio’s Teen Corps, students in grades 6–12 at the Schaumburg Township (IL) Public Library. For maximum fun, this book

• Includes a variety of crafts that make use of recycled and repurposed materials
• Lists the tools and equipment needed for each project, followed by step-by-step instructions and photographs
• Assigns a difficulty level, ideal group size, and suggests a timeframe for each activity
• Offers several “Quick-fire” options to fit crafting into shorter time slots

With numerous projects easy enough to be assembled in the library either by groups or someone working alone, this book will get YA librarians, educators, and their students whipping up creative crafts in no time!
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