Librarianship | Information Studies
This powerful work of archival storytelling will inspire readers both inside and outside of the library field.
Library workers will learn about the power and fulfillment that comes from actively participating in shaping both the conditions under which they labor and the conditions that govern the library itself.
From this incisive guidebook, readers at any level of experience, from LIS students to seasoned professionals, will learn the fundamentals of marshaling data in ethical ways for library advocacy, social justice, and inclusivity.
This is an ideal read for those teaching library and information science as well as practicing librarians or working in information and communication fields.
This book offers a concentrated approach to information science, piecing together each aspect to provide an overall analysis of the discipline. By answering the key question of what information science is as opposed to data science or library science, the book provides practical examples of how unique information science is as well as addresses the different issues and problems that arise due to this. Chapters cover such key topics as
- the history of information science;
- data science;
- information integrity; and
- information in technology.
This primer helps to demystify scientific teaching and research processes for LIS students and current academic librarians alike.
Offering holistic coverage of the basics of records management, information governance, and data governance, this cutting-edge text also provides an overview of the evolution of technology and thinking in the field.
This definitive handbook covers every aspect of the public library, from its earliest history through its current incarnation on the cutting edge of the information environment.
These examples will serve as guideposts and inspiration for readers undertaking their own efforts.
Cooke's freshly updated text introduces readers to the contexts and situations that promote the development of empathy and build cultural competence.
The inspiring and informative histories in this volume chronicle library workers and users who strived towards making libraries more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
Using the trauma-informed approach outlined in this book, libraries can ensure they are empathetic community hubs where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and safe.
The second edition of this definitive text gives a comprehensive overview of all aspects of the subject, bringing it up-to-date with analysis of the changes in the information environment.
This text powerfully advocates for rethinking the intersections between librarianship and carceral systems, pointing the way towards different possibilities.
"Recommended for all library collections and librarians interested in contributing as volunteers to libraries and international librarianship." — ARBA
Winner of the 2018 Art Libraries Society of North America (ARLIS/NA) Worldwide Books Award for Publications
The updated second edition of the AASL Standards will ensure school libraries remain relevant and effective for all learners in today’s dynamic educational landscape.
Providing concrete guidance on integrating accessibility into all aspects of a library’s digital work, this book will serve as your one-stop guide to accessibility standards, processes, and best practices.
"A coherent and well-organized discussion of the various aspects of embedded librarianship."
— College & Research Libraries