Friday, November 21, 2014
The LCSH Century
traces the 100-year history of the Library of Congress Subject Headings, from
its beginning with the implementation of a dictionary catalog in 1898 to the
present day. You will explore the most significant changes in LCSH policies and
practices, including a summary of other contributions celebrating the
centennial of the world's most popular library subject heading language.
. The Readers’ Advisory Guide to Historical Fiction
Baker, Jennifer S. The
Readers’ Advisory Guide to Historical Fiction. Chicago: American Library
Association, 2015. 026.8088381 Baker ISBN 978-0838911655
Whether
set in ancient Egypt, Feudal Japan, the Victorian Age, or Civil War-era
America, historical fiction places readers squarely at the center of
fascinating times and places, making it one of the most popular genres in
contemporary publishing. The definitive resource for librarians and other book
professionals, this guide
- Provides an overview of
historical fiction s roots, highlighting foundational classics, as well as
covering the latest and most popular authors and titles
- Explores the genre in terms of
its scope, style, and appeal
- Includes lists of
recommendations, with a compendium of print and web-based resources
- Offers marketing tips for
getting the word out to readers
Emphasizing
an appreciation of historical fiction in its many forms and focusing on what
fans enjoy, this guide provides a fresh take on a durable genre.
Libraries and the Affordable Care Act: Helping the Community Understand Health-care Options
Goldsmith, Francisca. Libraries and the Affordable Care Act: Helping the Community Understand Health-care Options. ALA Editions, 2015. ISBN: 978-0-8389-1288-1
Description
Libraries that are still trying to find an appropriate role in their community for supporting Affordable Care Act enrollment activities may benefit from reviewing this book. Written specifically for library staff, it offers best practices, advice, and examples of library responses from the first open enrollment period (October 2013-March 2014). The authorncourages a pragmatic approach through the inclusion of “to do” lists at the end of each chapter and provides strategies and tools for building community healthcare awareness.
Table of Contents
A detailed table of contents is available at the publisher's site: http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=11191
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Library Consortia: Models for Collaboration and Sustainability
Horton, Valerie and Greg Pronevitz. Library Consortia: Models for Collaboration and Sustainability. ALA Editions, 2015. ISBN: 978-0-8389-1218-8
Written by experienced consortia managers, this book covers the history, current landscape, management approaches, critical trends, and key services that define today’s library consortia. General trends and 16 case studies are included in the comprehensive review of the state of library consortia.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Library Consortia Overview
Chapter 2: The Consortial Landscape
Chapter 3: Managing Consortia
Chapter 4: Consortia Services
Chapter 5: Discovery, E-content Delivery, and Resource Sharing
Chapter 6: Physical Delivery: Future and Present
Case Study 1: Online Instruction
Case Study 2: The Enki Experiment: Library E-book Consortia SystemCase Study 3: Statewide E-book Projects for Multitype Libraries in Massachusetts
Case Study 4: Article Licensing Information Availability Service (ALIAS)
Case Study 5: Embracing Wide Deals (Interconsortial Licensing)
Case Study 6: Open SUNY Textbook Program
Case Study 7: Interstate Library Delivery
Case Study 8: Open-Source Integrated Library Systems: A Consortial Implementation of Evergreen
Case Study 9: Open-Source Software and Consortium Governance Structure
Case Study 10: Vendor-Based Shared Integrated Library Systems
Case Study 11: Enhancing Access to History: Collaborative Digital Initiatives
Case Study 12: Shared Physical Depository: The Five College Library Depository
Case Study 13: 2CUL: A Case Study in Research Library Shared Staffing
Case Study 14: Human Resources Management: Contractual Staffing at a Library Consortium
Case Study 15: BiblioTemps: A Temporary Employment Service for Libraries in Massachusetts
Case Study 16: Consortial Fiscal Sponsorship
Friday, November 14, 2014
New on the Job
Weisburg, H. K., & Toor, R. (2015). New on the Job: A School Librarian's Guide to Success (2nd ed.). Chicago, IL: ALA Editions. ISBN: 978-0-8389-1264-5
Publisher's Description
As if transitioning from library school or a
different type of library job into the role of a school librarian wasn’t
challenging enough, just factor in today’s straitened funding
environment for the position itself. Librarians new on the job need
expert advice on what to expect and how thrive, and since its
publication in 2006 this guide has served as an invaluable resource for
the new school librarian. From job search strategies and discovering
work philosophy to the nitty-gritty details of creating acceptable use
policies, this revised and updated edition, which includes a new
foreword from Sarah Kelly Johns, shares the joys and perils of the
profession along with a wealth of practical advice from decades of
experience in school library programs. With this guide as a roadmap, new
school librarians can
- Tackle the job search with confidence, with tips on everything from polishing a résumé and acing a job interview to ways of handling any potentially negative Google results and other digital footprints
- Learn the secrets to successfully collaborate with teachers
- Navigate new roles and responsibilities through orientation and organization
- Create dynamic interactions with students to deepen their learning experiences
- Master the art of communicating with the principal, IT experts, and vendors
- Become familiar with school library technology, including e-book collections, online databases, and library management systems
- Receive field-tested guidance on daily matters – from budgeting and purchasing to advocacy and programming
The
AASL Standards for the 21st-Century Learner, Partnership for 21st
Century Skills, and Common Core State Standards are also thoroughly
discussed. New school librarians as well as those already in the
profession can set the tone for rewarding career with this one-stop,
hands-on guide.
Table of Contents
Foreword
Introduction
- Your Philosophy
- Getting the Job
- Finding Your Way
- Getting Yourself Organized
- Reaching Your Students
- Reaching Your Teachers
- A Matter of Principles
- Advocacy and You
- Planning
- Technology and You
- Ethics, Standards, and You
- Looking Back, Looking Forward
Appendixes
Glossary
Index
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