Neal Schuman Library Technology Companion Sixth Edition by John J. Burke 9780838946428 0838946429

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Product details:

• ISBN 10: 0838946429
• ISBN 13: 9780838946428
• Author: John J. Burke

Carrying over the reorganization that made the fifth edition such a convenient learning resource for students and working professionals alike, the newest edition of this comprehensive library technology primer is timelier and more compelling than ever. Burke’s guide should be at the top of the reading list for any current or future library professional looking to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. Updated with new case studies to illuminate key areas, its incisive coverage includes complete analysis of the librarian’s technological toolbox for teaching, security, databases, and more; expert advice on how to compare and evaluate competing technology solutions; social media, streaming media, and educating patrons about digital privacy; makerspaces and other technology programing, including virtual and augmented reality technologies; technology lending programs; open source catalog systems, discovery layers, and related library management systems; websites, web-based services, and free information resources; copyright and licensing as they pertain to the use of digital materials; new technology predictions for the future, with tips on how to stay up to date with the latest developments; and a refreshed glossary of useful terms. Informed by a large-scale survey of librarians across the spectrum of institution types, this guide will be a true technology companion to readers at all experience levels.

Table contents:

Part I. Library Technology in Context
1. The Universe of Library Technology
2. Survey Says
Part II. Mission Critical Technologies
3. Free Information Resources
4. Library Electronic Resources
5. Organizing Information to Make It Easier to Find
6. Computing Devices in Libraries
Part III. Technology That Makes Library Services Run
7. Library Websites and Web Services
8. Social Networking and Patron Participation
9. How Library Staff Learn and Teach
10. Makerspaces and Libraries
Part IV. Building and Maintaining the Technology Environment in Libraries
11. The Right Technology at the Right Time
12. Meeting and Supporting Patron Technology Needs
13. Building the Technology Environment
14. Protecting Technology and Technology Users
15. The Death of Technologies
Part V. Where Library Technology Is Going and How to Stay Informed
16. Our Technological Futures
17. Keeping Track of Technology Changes

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