The Virtual Reference Desk
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The Virtual Reference Desk
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Author : R. David Lankes
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
The Virtual Reference Desk written by R. David Lankes 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.
'The Virtual Reference Desk' is based on the peer-reviewed lead papers from the November 2004 virtual reference conference in Ohio. Divided into sections - management, evaluation and standards, technology, resources, research and policy - the book features chapters written by recognized leaders in the reference information field.
The Virtual Reference Desk
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language : en
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Offers the resources of the Virtual Reference Desk, a service of the Purdue University Libraries. Provides a list of Internet reference sites for the following topics: dictionaries, thesaurus, and acronyms; information technology; maps and travel information; periodic tables, weights, and measures; telephone books and area codes; selected Indiana documents; selected US documents; time and date; ZIP and international country codes, and other reference sources.
Going Live
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Author : Steve Coffman
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2003-05-08
Going Live written by Steve Coffman 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 2003-05-08 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Chapter One, Reference: The First One Hundred Years ; Chapter Two, Getting Started: Designing Virtual Reference Systems ; Chapter Three, Managing Virtual Reference Services ; Chapter Four, Marketing Virtual Reference Services ; Chapter Five, Where Do We Go from Here? ; Appendixes: A Software Feature Checklist B Sample Pre-employment Screening Test and Key ; Virtual Reference Services Bibliography / by Bernie Sloan.
Implementing Virtual Reference Services
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Author : Beth Thomsett-Scott
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2013-02-07
Implementing Virtual Reference Services written by Beth Thomsett-Scott 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 2013-02-07 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Social web technologies present an often confusing array of options for answering user reference questions. Applying 20 years’ experience as a reference librarian working through the development of virtual reference and the integration of new tools and technologies into the industry, Thomsett-Scott lays out how libraries are using vendor...
Implementing Digital Reference Services
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Author : R. David Lankes
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Implementing Digital Reference Services written by R. David Lankes and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This comprehensive survey of current digital reference practice focuses on the theoretical and practical issues of digital reference in libraries and information services, with special emphasis on the theme of quality standards and evaluation. The book is divided into six parts. Part One identifies the need for digital reference services; Part Two covers the management of digital reference; Part Three: real-time digital reference services; Part Four: collaborative reference initiatives; Part Five: research in digital reference; and Part Six: evaluating digital reference. Topics covered include: virtual reference--what it is and what it may be; rethinking privacy for the virtual library; providing chat reference service: a survey of current practice; real-time digital reference pilot projects; emerging digital reference standards; moving from virtual to cooperative reference service models; understanding the information needs of adult learners; information-seeking behavior of online users; and assessing quality in digital reference services.
Chat Reference
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Author : Jana Ronan
language : en
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Release Date : 2003-07-30
Chat Reference written by Jana Ronan and has been published by Libraries Unlimited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-07-30 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Functioning as a blueprint, this guide leads the reader through the many decisions and considerations involved in setting up a real-time reference service. Ronan introduces both basic and advanced real-time reference software, offers practical information about features, advantages, and disadvantages, and discusses human and organizational issues. How does one start a virtual reference service? What types of software are available? This comprehensive guide to live virtual services answers these and other questions. Intended as a blueprint, the book is designed to lead the reader through the many decisions and considerations involved in setting up a real-time reference service. Acclaimed expert Jana Smith Ronan introduces both basic and advanced real-time reference software, offers practical information about features, advantages, and disadvantages, and discusses human and organizational issues, such as staffing, training, and administration. Complete with five case studies from successful real-time reference services, this guide provides readers with a better understanding of real-time reference and an ability to make educated decisions on what's best for their library and their patrons.
Digital Reference Services In Academic Libraries
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Author : Wan Ab Kadir Wan Dollah
language : en
Publisher: The University of Malaya Press
Release Date : 2012
Digital Reference Services In Academic Libraries written by Wan Ab Kadir Wan Dollah and has been published by The University of Malaya Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Computers categories.
Digital Reference Services in Academic Libraries presents the background of DRS, evolution of DRS, the concept of DRS, emerging models of DRS, benefits and limitation of DRS, personalized services, trends and challenges, technological developments, evaluation and guidelines, effectiveness and DRS in academic libraries. The case study examined the existing status of digital reference services (DRS) in four selected public academic libraries in Malaysia. Focused is given on the awareness, usage, users’ perception, users’ satisfaction, library’s performance, and looked at the perceived needs, issues and problems faced by librarians and students. The study is important to determine how academic librarians are exploiting the latest information and communication technologies to improve reference service operations. Recommendations are made on the need for the implementation of synchronous DRS, enhancing the role of DRS, marketing and promotion, staff training, user education programmes and cooperation. The main contribution of this book is the assessment of effectiveness of DRS in academic libraries in Malaysia, the identification of perceived needs, issues and problems and suggestions on the areas of improvement in the use of DRS. In the process, a conceptual model for the effectiveness of the implementation of DRS in academic libraries in Malaysia is presented. The author also proposes directions for future research in the area of DRS.
Starting And Operating Live Virtual Reference Services
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Author : Marc Meola
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2002
Starting And Operating Live Virtual Reference Services written by Marc Meola and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Computers categories.
In this text the minds behind Temple University's real-time virtual reference desk walk the reader through six key steps to starting and operating a virtual reference service. They identify five service models: basic; homegrown; advanced; collaborative; and corporate.
Digital Reference Services
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Author : Linda S Katz
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2013-10-31
Digital Reference Services written by Linda S Katz and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-10-31 with Computers categories.
Extensive data on the theoretical and practical aspects of electronic reference services! Digital Reference Services provides an overview of electronic reference services and software, and explores the opportunities that real-time digital reference services can offer in a variety of library settings. Experts in the field convey numerous opinions and theory about the growth of this new approach to answering reference questions. This book teaches librarians new methods and techniques for offering technologically advanced reference services to the public. The first half of Digital Reference Services includes such topics as: real-time or “live online” reference services the historical development of digital reference services and the role of the reference librarian mediated online searches how to create a virtual-ready reference collection of elite reference Web sites—includes a list of the top sites available to the public how to start and operate a digital reference desk in your library The second half of Digital Reference Services covers examples of libraries—both large and small—which have used revolutionary ideas to bring electronic reference services to their patrons. These ideas include: utilizing ATM-like kiosks in remote locations from library buildings to connect with underserved populations implementing live, interactive web-based reference services—the challenges and benefits, cost, training, and workload requirements evaluating your real-time references services—investigating self-assessment and blind reviewing, incorporating your assessment into an existing evaluative program, and obtaining the administrative support essential for an accurate assessment creating a statewide virtual reference system—selecting software, developing policy, marketing, coordinating the project, and staffing and training online reference management for smaller libraries—because of the smaller staff, smaller budget, and smaller amount of patrons, is it a feasible addition to the library? much more! This well-referenced volume contains case examples, figures, useful Web sites, and case histories to show how the basic principles of digital reference services work. Librarians and students of information and library science will find Digital Reference Services a helpful resource to enhance their library and electronic reference expertise.
The Desk And Beyond
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Author : Sarah K. Steiner
language : en
Publisher: Assoc of Cllge & Rsrch Libr
Release Date : 2008
The Desk And Beyond written by Sarah K. Steiner and has been published by Assoc of Cllge & Rsrch Libr this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The Desk and Beyond is intended to provide a thorough exploration of the present and possible future applications of eleven of the most promising new reference delivery methods. In order to reflect the growing role of the digital environment while still respecting the importance of in-person interaction, a balance of physical and virtual methods has been maintained. This collection is intended to provide inspiration for potential reference services at your library; each chapter provides an introduction to an innovative service concept and an annotated list of sources for additional research.