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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.
The Publishing And Review Of Reference Sources
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Author : Bill Katz
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2019-12-06
The Publishing And Review Of Reference Sources written by Bill Katz and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-06 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This book, first published in 1987, provides important information on reference publishing, including valuable guidelines on evaluating publications and sources. The articles contained here are all written by leading experts in the field.
Reference Sources For Small And Medium Sized Libraries Eighth Edition
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Author : Jack O'Gorman
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2014-02-25
Reference Sources For Small And Medium Sized Libraries Eighth Edition written by Jack O'Gorman 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 2014-02-25 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Focusing on new reference sources published since 2008 and reference titles that have retained their relevance, this new edition brings O’Gorman’s complete and authoritative guide to the best reference sources for small and medium-sized academic and public libraries fully up to date. About 40 percent of the content is new to this edition. Containing sources selected and annotated by a team of public and academic librarians, the works included have been chosen for value and expertise in specific subject areas. Equally useful for both library patrons and staff, this resource Covers more than a dozen key subject areas, including General Reference; Philosophy, Religion, and Ethics; Psychology and Psychiatry; Social Sciences and Sociology; Business and Careers; Political Science and Law; Education; Words and Languages; Science and Technology; History; and Performing Arts Encompasses database products, CD-ROMs, websites, and other electronic resources in addition to print materials Includes thorough annotations for each source, with information on author/editor, publisher, cost, format, Dewey and LC classification numbers, and more Library patrons will find this an invaluable resource for current everyday topics. Librarians will appreciate it as both a reference and collection development tool, knowing it’s backed by ALA’s long tradition of excellence in reference selection.
Introduction To Reference Sources In The Health Sciences Sixth Edition
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Author : Jeffrey T. Huber
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2014-04-22
Introduction To Reference Sources In The Health Sciences Sixth Edition written by Jeffrey T. Huber 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 2014-04-22 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Prepared in collaboration with the Medical Library Association, this completely updated, revised, and expanded edition lists classic and up-to-the-minute print and electronic resources in the health sciences, helping librarians find the answers that library users seek. Included are electronic versions of traditionally print reference sources, trustworthy electronic-only resources, and resources that library users can access from home or on the go through freely available websites or via library licenses. In this benchmark guide, the authors Include new chapters on health information seeking, point-of-care sources, and global health sources Focus on works that can be considered foundational or essential, in both print and electronic formats Address questions librarians need to consider in developing and maintaining their reference collections When it comes to questions involving the health sciences, this valuable resource will point both library staff and the users they serve in the right direction.
Reference Sources On The Internet
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Author : Karen R. Diaz
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 1997-10-21
Reference Sources On The Internet written by Karen R. Diaz and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-10-21 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The most user-friendly book on Internet library research to date, Reference Sources on the Internet: Off the Shelf and Onto the Web gives you a core list of online resources that will save those who visit your library considerable time. Its menu of current reference sites will help you wade through the mire of irrelevant, unreliable material and zero in on the cyberinfo that will more economically and accurately satisfy your users’needs. While online research has by no means replaced in-house paper materials, Resources on the Internet makes it clear that you can?t ignore the timely information that hovers only in cyberspace, outside the traditional library?s four walls. In this book, you?ll learn which search tools are out there, how to determine source reliability, and how to quickly frame a reference need in light of the existing collection of Internet resources. Here?s a quick search list of what you?ll find: a comparative study of existing search engines pinpointing career, government, patent, and geographical information sites covering education, psychology, finance, social science, and private business international trade sites accessing information on gender and cultural issues the performing arts, architecture, world history, languages, and literature sports and entertainment sources life, biological, and earth science sites In an era of library research where surfing the Internet for germane data too often means plowing through the home pages of Vanna White and Pennzoil, Resources on the Internet will teach you the idiosyncracies of the existing search engines while schooling you in how to weed out the propaganda. You?ll save yourself and your researchers time, and you?ll find yourself surfing from the stillwaters of research stagnance to the pipeline of library productivity.
Fundamental Reference Sources
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Author : Frances Neel Cheney
language : en
Publisher: Chicago : American Library Association
Release Date : 1971
Fundamental Reference Sources written by Frances Neel Cheney and has been published by Chicago : American Library Association this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1971 with Reference categories.
Fundamentals Of Reference
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Author : Carolyn Mulac
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2012
Fundamentals Of Reference written by Carolyn Mulac 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 2012 with Internet in library reference services categories.
The all-in-one “Reference reference” you’ve been waiting for, this invaluable book offers a concise introduction to reference sources and services for a variety of readers, from library staff members who are asked to work in the reference department to managers and others who wish to familiarize themselves with this important area of librarianship. Written in an accessible style and designed for everyday use, it presents an overview of the basic tools and techniques of reference work, including “Reference Services,” a section addressing such important topics as telephone reference, the reference interview, and electronic reference “Reference Sources,” chapters which focus on types of reference tools, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, directories, handbooks, and almanacs Appendixes with key documents prepared by the Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) and an annotated bibliography An excellent training tool for both new and experienced staff, Fundamentals of Reference will quickly become your fundamental reference!
Basic Reference Sources
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Author : Margaret Taylor
language : en
Publisher: Metuchen, N.J. : Scarecrow Press
Release Date : 1985
Basic Reference Sources written by Margaret Taylor and has been published by Metuchen, N.J. : Scarecrow Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985 with Literary Criticism categories.
First published in 1971, this is a self-paced introduction to general reference/information sources. The new edition brings information about the sources up to date as of late 1988, adding or deleting titles where appropriate. While primary use of the manual continues to be in library science courses, its benefits extend to all students and researchers. The pages are three-hole punched and perforated. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Reference Sources In Library And Information Services
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Author : Gary R. Purcell
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984
Reference Sources In Library And Information Services written by Gary R. Purcell and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Guide To Reference
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Author : Jo Bell Whitlatch
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2014
Guide To Reference written by Jo Bell Whitlatch 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 2014 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Ideal for public, school, and academic libraries looking to freshen up their reference collection, as well as for LIS students and instructors conducting research, this resource collects the cream of the crop sources of general reference and library science information. Encompassing internet resources, digital image collections, and print resources, it includes the full section on LIS Resources from the Guide to Reference database, which was voted a #1 Best Professional Resource Database by Library Journal readers. Organized by topic and thoroughly indexed, this guide makes it a snap to find the right sources. It offers an appealing introduction to reference work and resources for LIS students and also serves as an affordable course book to complement online Guide to Reference access.