Library Journal; Volume 6
This is a periodical publication for librarians and other professionals in the field of library science. The journal provides news, reviews, analysis, and opinion pieces on a wide range of topics related to library management, collection development, technology, and more. The journal is a must-read for anyone interested in the latest developments in the library world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Bibliotheca Bibliothecarum Manuscriptorum Nova
Discover the treasures of the world's greatest libraries with this comprehensive catalogue of rare and ancient manuscripts. Compiled by the renowned French scholar Bernard de Montfaucon in the 18th century, this monumental work contains descriptions and illustrations of thousands of manuscripts from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. A must-have for book collectors, librarians, and scholars of the history of books.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
American Esperanto Magazine, Volumes 24-26
Join the thriving community of Esperanto speakers with this fascinating magazine. Featuring news, stories, and insights from around the globe, this publication is perfect for anyone curious about this remarkable language and its dedicated followers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Ethics in Linked Data
This edited collection brings together contributions that explore ethics in linked data initiatives. Discussions about linked data and its potential are often utopian and technophiliac, rarely examining darker implications or harmful consequences. Since technology cannot exist outside of social, cultural, and economic spheres, it is important for creators and stewards of linked data and its related systems to recognize and address the impact (whether intended or not, positive or negative) on the communities, individuals affected. Engaging in critical and ethical analysis is ultimately an optimistic endeavor aimed at exposing problematic issues, generating best practices and guidelines, and opening up positive and generative possibilities for the implementation and use of linked data in GLAMS (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums, Special Collections).The central premise of this book is that it is imperative: to foreground ethics rather than apply them as an afterthought, to acknowledge and mitigate the damage caused by existing systems, to create a place and space of justice for the minoritized, and to enable more ethical outcomes in linked data projects. This book collects the voices of practitioners, technologists, and developers working on linked data initiatives; scholars working at the intersection of ethics, cultural heritage, and technology; and workers in GLAMS, among others in order to explore emerging and changing technical and ethical landscapes. Contributions investigate the intersection of linked data with such topics as gender, indigenous knowledge, inclusive data creation, authority control, identity management, systems design, codes of ethics, sustainability, critiques of fundamental linked data models, and more.
Library Occurrent, Volumes 3-4
Containing a variety of literary and scientific articles, as well as news and notes from the public library world, these two volumes are a must-have for any serious scholar or library enthusiast. Packed with information on current library events and trends, these volumes offer valuable insights into the importance of libraries in modern society.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Studies In Prose And Poetry
One of the most renowned poets of the Victorian era, Algernon Charles Swinburne was also a talented essayist and critic. This collection of his essays and poems showcases his remarkable range and depth of insight, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the literature of this era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Supplementary Catalogue Of Chinese Books And Manuscripts In The British Museum
Discover the unique and fascinating collection of Chinese books and manuscripts housed in the British Museum. Through detailed analyses and descriptions, gain insight into the cultural, historical, and linguistic significance of this valuable collection.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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This informative text provides a comprehensive survey of the plant life in Alabama's forests, including native trees and shrubs and their uses, cultivation, and management. It also includes information on the grasses and forage plants that are important for animal husbandry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Works of George Dalgarno of Aberdeen
A fascinating collection of writings by the 17th-century Scottish polymath George Dalgarno, including works on grammar, philosophy, and deaf education.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Marketing of Academic, National and Public Libraries Worldwide
The Marketing of Academic, National and Public Libraries Worldwide: Marketing, Branding, Community Engagement enables readers to learn about the most up-to-date trends, as well as hands-on practices and marketing tactics taken directly from 48 highly seasoned marketing and community engagement librarians around the world, namely in Africa, Australia, Canada, Croatia, Germany, Hong Kong, Latvia and Qatar. Via a series of in-depth and semi-structured interviews, this book provides insights into successful marketing strategies librarians can use to encourage donors and patrons to understand that their libraries are a great choice for fulfilling information needs, recreational interests, intellectual pursuits, and more. This book contains 45 interviews with academic, national and public librarians from 19 different countries and territories. So many voices! The focus is on the librarians themselves who have played an important role in the marketing and branding of libraries and have designed the processes to engage communities. What is intriguing to the reader is just how far the attitudes and perceptions of librarians affect the salience and achievements of any marketing practice in the library. These attitudes and perceptions fall out of the interview conversation and onto the page." International Journal of Education & Literacy Studies
Land in Libraries Toward a Materialist Conception of Education
Bless us, these lands, said the rememberer. These lands aren't our lands. These lands aren't your lands. We are this land. - Joy Harjo, Poet Laureate of the United States, An American Sunrise: Poems, W.W. Norton, 2019, p.108.The question of land is largely absent in libraries. Deeply committed to the neoliberal project as a guiding ideology of the profession, libraries exist at once as ahistorical, atheoretical, and landless institutions in their understanding of themselves, their work, and their impact on people. This edited volume seeks to contribute to the growing body of work on libraries and the anthropocene, decolonization, and climate change through writing in theory and practice. We are interested in both non-metaphorical (actual, material) as well as conceptual perspectives on land. We are interested in centering land as a foundational category underpinning social relations, as a necessity for the function and reproduction of capitalism, and as a place where we work and learn together. Fundamentally, we live on the land and how we live in relation to the land matters to how we understand ourselves as individuals and a society.
Academic Inclusion of Librarians in Digital Era
The articles included in this book are selected by peer review from the papers presented in the National Seminar on Academic Inclusion of Librarians jointly organized by the College of Horticulture and the University Central Library of Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), Thrissur, in collaboration with the Academic Library Association (ALA) during 04-05 November 2016. Contributors of the articles included in this volume are mostly from universities, colleges, research institutions and other academic institutions with sufficient knowledge on library management and services, library education and teaching, digital technologies, etc. This book will be useful for library professionals, research scholars, information users and students.
Organizational Development of Non-agricultural University Libraries
Profitability, productivity, morale and quality of work life are of concern to most organizations because they impact achievement of organization goals. There is an increasing trend to maximize an organization's investment in its employees. Jobs that previously required physical dexterity now require more mental effort. Organizations need to 'work smarter' and apply creative ideas. The work force has also changed. Employees expect more from a day's work than simply a day's pay. They want challenge, recognition, and a sense of accomplishment, worthwhile tasks and meaningful relationships with their managers and co-workers. When these needs are not met, performance declines. Today's technological library customers and users demand continually improving quality, rapid products and services delivery fast turn-around time on changes, competitive pricing and other features which are best achieved in complex environments by innovative organizational practices in the university library. The effective organization must be able to meet today's and tomorrow's challenges. Adaptability and responsiveness are essential to survive and thrive. The book in hand is a sum of total chapters from Ph. D. research work of "Organizational Development of Non-agricultural University Libraries in Maharashtra". It is hoped that this book shall be a good value addition to any library and information science professionals and shall give a thorough insight on the subject concerned.
In-Service Training and Development of Technical Libraries
In the present era, libraries of engineering colleges and polytechnics are playing vital and active role in imparting education and knowledge to students, staff members and the society nearby. They are working as an information centers where users are getting needed information at right time with the available as well as outside resources. In-service training is specially designed to enhance the competence of librarians and also for other skilled library personnel in dealing with variety of library functions. In the early days the training was not that much necessary, however, the information retrieval processes and automation of libraries compels the formal training, not only for new recruit but also for existing library staff. The development and training of the library professional staff occupies a significant place in the study of motivation. In-service training increase employee's knowledge of the job, promote high moral, aids them to perform effectively and demonstrate ability for future professional growth. The sum of this results in an increment in both quantity and quality of library services. It is hoped that this book shall be a good value addition to any library and information science professionals and shall give a thorough insight on the subject concerned.
Software Industry Libraries @ Services
In today's technology-world, the role of librarians or information professionals is deviating from traditional libraries to virtual or digital libraries. Similarly software industry Librarian, Cyberarian, Knowledge Manager, Information Scientist and Data Manager. With this names LIS professionals are becoming Webmaster and Intranet coordinators, combining their technical expertise with information management ability. The said centres are gathering world knowledge and disseminates its services to the clients very effectively throughout the organization. Knowledge sharing throughout the organization enhances existing organizational business processes, introduces more efficient and effective business processes and removes redundant processes. It is a discipline that promotes a collaborative and integrated approach to the creation, capture, organization access and use of an enterprise's knowledge assets. The center has now become a mainstream priority for companies of all sizes. Capturing a company's most valuable Knowledge and distributing it effectively across the enterprise is a business critical issue for many help desk, customer support and IT departments.
Library and Information Science Research
The book "Library & Information Science Research: Perspectives and Strategies", presents an excellent collection of 20 articles on various facets of Library & Information Science Research. The articles highlights Library & Information Science Research with up-to-date data and subject coverage. The contributors are eminent library & information science professionals. The articles included in this volume maintain a high academic standard. This book will be highly useful for library and information science professionals, students, teachers, researchers and information users.
The Librarian's Guide to Learning Theory
From makerspaces to book clubs, from media facilities to group study spaces, from special events to book displays, libraries support learning in numerous ways. In this accessible handbook, Medaille unchains the field of learning theory from its verbose and dense underpinnings to show how libraries can use its concepts and principles to better serve the needs of their users. Readers will discover concrete ways to improve library instruction, spaces, services, resources, and technologies; succinct overviews of major learning theories drawn from the fields of psychology, education, philosophy, and anthropology, among others; summaries of the most relevant aspects of each theory and instructional methods, showing how the various theories interact and support each other; chapters organized into 14 learning topics, including motivation, self-regulation, collaboration, and inquiry; discussion of a range of instruction situations from information literacy instruction to the teaching of maker or media skills; and teaching librarian's tips, reflection questions, and suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter.
The NaNoWriMo Survival Guide
National Novel Writing Month is a literary adventure like no other, but to conquer NaNoWriMo and emerge victorious on the other side, you need more than just a great story idea and 50,000 words; you need an expert companion to help you navigate the inevitable challenges the event brings.The NaNoWriMo Survival Guide is that companion.The NaNoWriMo Survival Guide is an essential guide to navigating the highs and lows of this celebrated writing event. Written by a long-time NaNoWriMo writer and winner, and professional author, this comprehensive guide is your roadmap to success, covering everything from mindset and preparation, to tools, tactics, and tips for tackling the month-long writing frenzy with a minimum of stress.With The NaNoWriMo Survival Guide you will learn: The secrets to cultivating a successful NaNoWriMo mindset, your most important NaNoWriMo asset.How to prepare for the month, on and off the page.The best writing tools to propel you over the finish line.A week by week guide on what to expect throughout the month-the highs and lows and everything in between.How to get back on track and still win if you fall behind.Tactics for boosting your word count without resorting to sneaky tricksHow to look after your most valuable writing tool, your body.Strategies for managing time and stressIdeas for boosting creativityHow to maintain your motivation, especially during the difficult times.How to make the most of the NaNoWriMo community.What to do with your NaNoWriMo draft after November.With The NaNoWriMo Survival Guide, you'll not only conquer the challenge but emerge as a stronger, more accomplished writer.Get your copy now and give yourself your best chance to win, unleash your creativity and write the novel you've always dreamed of.
Elt: The Basics
ELT: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to English language teaching for EFL/ESL teachers in training, early career teachers, those considering taking up ELT, and experienced teachers who may want to read about the way the profession has developed and continues to evolve.Key features of this book include: Real classroom data and data from ELT training programmes Discussion of a wide range of learning contexts and different types of learners (young learners, adults, third age, academic, refugees and immigrants, etc.) Comparisons of different types of syllabuses and methods, and discussion of current technologies An emphasis on classroom interaction as the key to maximising learning Featuring a glossary of key terms, cartoons and illustrations, further reading, personal reflection points, and discussion of the most important and relevant research, this book is a clear and accessible introduction to the complex field of ELT.
Young Adult Library Services
Finally, a single volume that comprehensively introduces and addresses the most pressing issues and opportunities in young adult (teen) library services. Perpetually in the shadow of service to children, and historically riven by fractious relationships between public and school libraries, young adult services continue to suffer inadequacies and inequities of all kinds. Consequently, this area of specialization remains without the capacity to build the institutional, political, cultural, or professional influence needed to grow and develop beyond ritual and repetition. Young Adult Services: Challenges and Opportunities (COYAS) begins to address these inequities by preparing professionals. In COYAS, LIS youth services instructors, especially those in the United States and Canada, will find a single, broad, and diverse engagement with scholars and acknowledged experts on the most pressing issues confronting YA services today. Students at both graduate and undergraduate levels will benefit from the field-tested topics delivered through accessible treatments. Practicing YA (and youth) librarians will appreciate the support and evidence-based analysis they likely found lacking in their MLIS programs. Earnest youth advocates will value the pursuit of issues beyond clich矇 and perpetual "crash course" entry-level conversations. In addition, instructors and students will both value the brevity of concisely focused chapters, sectional introductions, as well as the study guide questions that conclude each chapter. Content areas include history and critical engagement with foundational concepts in YA services, current practices regarding challenges and opportunities, as well as forward leaning issues for future development of the field. COYAS will ultimately empower librarians in delivering professional-grade information services to improve the quality of young people's experience in this important cultural institution.
Young Adult Library Services
Finally, a single volume that comprehensively introduces and addresses the most pressing issues and opportunities in young adult (teen) library services. Perpetually in the shadow of service to children, and historically riven by fractious relationships between public and school libraries, young adult services continue to suffer inadequacies and inequities of all kinds. Consequently, this area of specialization remains without the capacity to build the institutional, political, cultural, or professional influence needed to grow and develop beyond ritual and repetition. Young Adult Services: Challenges and Opportunities (COYAS) begins to address these inequities by preparing professionals. In COYAS, LIS youth services instructors, especially those in the United States and Canada, will find a single, broad, and diverse engagement with scholars and acknowledged experts on the most pressing issues confronting YA services today. Students at both graduate and undergraduate levels will benefit from the field-tested topics delivered through accessible treatments. Practicing YA (and youth) librarians will appreciate the support and evidence-based analysis they likely found lacking in their MLIS programs. Earnest youth advocates will value the pursuit of issues beyond clich矇 and perpetual "crash course" entry-level conversations. In addition, instructors and students will both value the brevity of concisely focused chapters, sectional introductions, as well as the study guide questions that conclude each chapter. Content areas include history and critical engagement with foundational concepts in YA services, current practices regarding challenges and opportunities, as well as forward leaning issues for future development of the field. COYAS will ultimately empower librarians in delivering professional-grade information services to improve the quality of young people's experience in this important cultural institution.
Born-Digital Archives
This text contains chapters about born-digital archives and their preservation using born-digital primary records in the humanities. This book is a result of the collaboration between G獺bor Palk籀, Co-Director of the Centre for Digital Humanities at the E繹tv繹s University, who is interested in the practice and theory of digital archives, and Thorsten Ries, who conducts research on born-digital dossiers g矇n矇tiques with digital forensic methods at Ghent University. It is is meant to be a programmatic call to intensify cross-sectoral collaboration between galleries, libraries, archives, and museums (GLAM institutions) and humanities researchers working in digital preservation. It appeals to students, researchers, and professionals in these fields. Previously published in International Journal of Digital Humanities Volume 1, issue 1, April 2019
Archives in a Changing Climate - Part I & Part II
This book contains the first and second volume papers from the 8th International Conference on the History of Records and Archives (I-CHORA 8). Contributors present articles that propose new solutions and aspirations for a new era in the technology of archives and recordkeeping. Topics cover rethinking the role played by archivists, and reframing recordkeeping practices that focus on the rights of the subjects of the records. This text appeals to students, researchers and professionals in the field. Previously published in: Archival Science: "Special Issue: Archives in a Changing Climate - Part I" and "Archives in a Changing Climate - Part II"Chapter "Displaced archives" proposing a research agenda is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.
Creative Self-Publishing
It has never been easier to publish a book, but publishing a book is never easy.Creative Self-Publishing is a comprehensive guide to every step in the publishing process, written by the Director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, and drawing on the experience of thousands of members, from those who are just starting out to those who are staggeringly successful.The book takes an individual approach, beginning with you. Your ambitions, your passion, and your sense of purpose not just as a writer, but also as a publisher, and as a creative business owner.In an engaging, easy to read format, you'll learn: How to negotiate the seven processes of publishing to reach more readers and sell more booksThe business models successful authors are using todayHow to overcome resistance and block by fostering creative flow. The history of authorship and self-publishing and where you fitHow to find your ideal readers and ensure they find your books A proven planning method so you effortlessly bring together your passion, mission and purpose as a writer and publisherWhether you write fiction, nonfiction, or poetry books, the principles and practices outlined in this book will work for you. You'll make better books, find more readers, turn them into keener fans, and grow your income, impact and influence as a self-directed and empowered indie author. The creative way.
Creative Self-Publishing
It has never been easier to publish a book, but publishing a book is never easy.Creative Self-Publishing is a comprehensive guide to every step in the publishing process, written by the Director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, and drawing on the experience of thousands of members, from those who are just starting out to those who are staggeringly successful.The book takes an individual approach, beginning with you. Your ambitions, your passion, and your sense of purpose not just as a writer, but also as a publisher, and as a creative business owner.In an engaging, easy to read format, you'll learn: How to negotiate the seven processes of publishing to reach more readers and sell more booksThe business models successful authors are using todayHow to overcome resistance and block by fostering creative flow. The history of authorship and self-publishing and where you fitHow to find your ideal readers and ensure they find your books A proven planning method so you effortlessly bring together your passion, mission and purpose as a writer and publisherWhether you write fiction, nonfiction, or poetry books, the principles and practices outlined in this book will work for you. You'll make better books, find more readers, turn them into keener fans, and grow your income, impact and influence as a self-directed and empowered indie author. The creative way.
Creative Self-Publishing
It has never been easier to publish a book, but publishing a book is never easy.Creative Self-Publishing is a comprehensive guide to every step in the publishing process, written by the Director of the Alliance of Independent Authors, and drawing on the experience of thousands of members, from those who are just starting out to those who are staggeringly successful.The book takes an individual approach, beginning with you. Your ambitions, your passion, and your sense of purpose not just as a writer, but also as a publisher, and as a creative business owner.In an engaging, easy to read format, you'll learn: How to negotiate the seven processes of publishing to reach more readers and sell more booksThe business models successful authors are using todayHow to overcome resistance and block by fostering creative flow. The history of authorship and self-publishing and where you fitHow to find your ideal readers and ensure they find your books A proven planning method so you effortlessly bring together your passion, mission and purpose as a writer and publisherWhether you write fiction, nonfiction, or poetry books, the principles and practices outlined in this book will work for you. You'll make better books, find more readers, turn them into keener fans, and grow your income, impact and influence as a self-directed and empowered indie author. The creative way.
Bridging Research and Library Practice
Bridging the gap between research and practice communities is more pertinent than ever because of the need for evidence in developing and evaluating library services and programs. The gap between research and library practice has been discussed in the library and information science (LIS) field for almost two decades. The issues range from limited transfer of ideas from research into practice to a lack of education in research methods for library practitioners. This book introduces new voices from international research and practice communities into the discussion and contributes to the debate about the research-practice divide. Education and continuing training in research methods from international perspectives are explored and the experiences of researcher-practitioners from several countries highlight the issues. The volume includes chapters from LIS educators, academic researchers, and researcher-practitioners from 18 countries. It features the voices of instructors who teach research methods in LIS programs and library practitioners who engage in research. The book is addressed to the global audience of LIS educators and practitioners, with the goal of deepening the understanding of LIS education and training in research methods through sharing case studies and approaches to teaching and conducting research in practice.
Taboo in Sign Languages
Taboo topics in deaf communities include the usual ones found in spoken languages, as well as ones particular to deaf experiences, both in how deaf people relate to hearing people and how deaf people interact with other deaf people. Attention to these topics can help linguists understand better the consequences of field method choices and lead them to adopt better ones. Taboo expressions in American Sign Language are innovative regarding the linguistic structures they play with. This creativity is evident across the grammar in non-taboo expressions, but seems to revel in profane ones. When it comes to the syntax, however, certain types of structures occur in taboo expressions that are all but absent elsewhere, showing grammatical possibilities that might have gone unnoticed without attention to taboo. Taboo expressions are innovative, as well, in how they respond to changing culture, where lexical items that are incoherent with community sensibilities are 'corrected'.
Suck a Little happy Juice
Being An Indie Author Can't Be That Hard. Right?So you want to be an indie author. Or maybe you're scared to do it all yourself and are looking for a publisher, buts want to know more about the nuts and bolts of the book business. Either way, this book is for you.Scott is a thirty-year small press veteran, author of forty+ published works, and the chair of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writer's Association's Indie Author Committee. He shares his knowledge-from the snarky to the sublime-and answers your questions: What should I consider before I start to write? What about when I get stuck? And what can I do when I start doubting myself? This book is filled with practical advice, candid explanations, and emotional support for any writer navigating today's complicated publishing business, helping you to stay sane and define for yourself what being a "successful writer" means.
Decentering Whiteness in Libraries
The book serves as a "how to" guide for evaluating and crafting collection development policies that will help create equity in library collections. The book not only helps contextualize the need for inclusive collection development policies but features user-friendly tables, guides, and sample policies.
Access and Mediation
Recent years have seen a rise in interdisciplinary approaches to the study of the mind. However, relatively little emphasis has been placed on attention, its functions, and phenomenology. As a result, there are a multitude of definitions and explanatory frameworks that describe what attention is, what it does, and how it works. This volume proposes that one way to discuss attention is by utilizing an integrative multidisciplinary framework that takes into consideration aspects of attention as a means of accessing the world and as a mediator of experience. It brings together contributions from cognitive science, philosophy, and psychology in order to shed light on these aspects of attention. By including both theoretical and empirical approaches to attention, this volume will provide (1) an innovative framework for examining attention as something that mediates experience and (2) new perspectives on foundational and defi nitional issues of what attention is and how it contributes to our ability to access the world. By drawing together different disciplines, this volume broadens the concept of attention. It opens up a new way of looking at attention as an active process through which the world is disclosed for us.
Beyond Prince Charming
Why are men so often clich矇s on the romantic page? They don't need to be. Not even when real-life men appear to be clich矇s of themselves. These techniques can create male characters who pop off the page in any genre for their realism and depth.Come join the male author of over a hundred short stories, fifty romance novels, and twenty thrillers (including numerous Top 10 Romance of the Year accolades from B&N, NPR, and various industry reviewers) as he explores: common tropes (and why they're wrong even when they're so right), guy-speak, emotions, physicality, journeys, and much more.Also we'll tackle the Kinda-Myths: grunting, silent, brooding, uncommunicative, punching walls, rampant sex drive (while in a gunfight), arrogance, lack of emotion, conversations all about them...
Making Connections
This book is a practical, down-to-earth guide for language teachers interested in running online intercultural exchanges. It is informed by the latest research on language teaching and intercultural telecollaborations, and situated in the reality of classrooms around the world.
Making Connections
This book is a practical, down-to-earth guide for language teachers interested in running online intercultural exchanges. It is informed by the latest research on language teaching and intercultural telecollaborations, and situated in the reality of classrooms around the world.
The Science-Media Interface
The publication and distribution of scientific results is of major importance for the functioning of an information society and the tackling of the complex challenges the world faces today. It is not only scholars who rely on scientific publications to advance research but also the general public which demands scientific knowledge for its forthcoming. Major suppliers of scientific knowledge are the researchers themselves, science communicators and science journalists - each of which choose their very own approaches to selection, presentation and communication of science, often depending on the target group. Although different in their goals and approaches, digital media in particular has led to great overlaps which result in interwoven relationships equally affecting both external and internal forms of science communication. This edited book describes, quantifies and critically discusses the interplay between publisher- and journalism-driven science communication and its effect on the scholarly communication system, especially on the measures of impact evaluation. It is of major interest to researchers from science of science, bibliometrics, science communication, and journalism studies.
Digital Multimodal Composing
This book distils current research on the intersection of digital multimodal composing (DMC) and second language (L2) writing. It provides a theoretically and methodologically diverse introduction to key theories and scholarship supporting DMC's use, along with practical pedagogical tips and tools for adopting DMC in the L2 writing classroom.
Digital Multimodal Composing
This book distils current research on the intersection of digital multimodal composing (DMC) and second language (L2) writing. It provides a theoretically and methodologically diverse introduction to key theories and scholarship supporting DMC's use, along with practical pedagogical tips and tools for adopting DMC in the L2 writing classroom.
Efl Writing Teacher Education and Professional Development
This book explores how EFL writing teacher education is shaped, given teachers' unique local contexts and circumstances. The chapters prioritize local voices and materials in order to help build a more comprehensive picture of L2 writing globally, enabling the book as a whole to both document and further shape pedagogical approaches to L2 writing.
How To Launch A Successful Series
Are you an indie author hungry for success? Are you tired of struggling with book launches? Are you dreaming of an easier approach to creating powerful releases? Look no further! Introducing the ultimate guide to revolutionising your book series launches: How To Launch A Successful Series! This must-read resource will equip you with the tools and knowledge to conquer the world of book launches. Inside, you'll learn invaluable lessons, including: ● Perfecting your backmatter to optimise read-through.● Mastering the art of timing your launches for maximum impact and visibility.● Nailing the management of reviewers and ARC campaigns to generate buzz.● Harnessing the power of a dedicated street team to amplify your reach.● Unleashing the potential of pre-orders as a crucial part of your launch strategy.● Implementing content and outreach marketing tactics that guarantee results.● Conquering the marketing game between releases to keep your momentum soaring. But that's not all! This guide explores real-life series launch case studies, giving you a front-row seat to see these strategies in action and understand how they bring about career milestones. Featuring insights from bestselling authors Rachel McLean, Carissa Broadbent, Meg Jolly, Krystal Shannan, Steffanie Holmes, and many more, this handbook provides you with actionable advice, practical templates, and behind-the-scenes personal anecdotes. Say goodbye to uncertainty and approach your next release with confidence. Grab your copy of How To Launch A Successful Series now and catapult your author career to the next level.
Time to Write
Have you always wanted to write a novel?Emily Winslow will help you develop the mindset and skills to get you started, keep you going, and see you through. Time to Write is a creative writing guide aimed at anyone who wants to write a novel and could use some support.It contains 49 lessons, each easy to read and packed with insights based on experience. Emily has taken her own work to high levels with major publishers, and has learned from teaching at Cambridge University what makes students light up and what makes their work drastically, excitingly improve.This book is full of encouragement, recognizing and affirming different work styles. It's a total handbook, teaching a broad range of specific writing skills with insight and clarity as well as covering topics around writing in-depth, such as how to give and take critique and how to evaluate publishers and agents.It's time to write the stories inside you.
Creative Writing for Dummies
Unlock your creative potential and write something special Ever dream of writing a book, article, poem, or play that means something to you--and maybe to someone else as well? Do you have an idea you're ready to get down on paper? In Creative Writing For Dummies, you'll learn how to unleash your creative side and become a confident and productive writer. Discover the essential elements of storytelling, including structure, characterization, setting, dialogue, and plot, as you navigate the countless ways you can express yourself with the written word. Explore the media and methods you can use to help find an audience--from traditional to self-publishing, social media, blogging, and more! Creative Writing For Dummies also shows you how to: Write in all sorts of different formats, including screenplays, scripts, creative nonfiction, poetry, short stories, novels, and beyond Navigate the world of social media and learn how it can contribute to getting your work read by more people in more places Understand the new, online nature of contemporary journalism and the proliferation of news and blogging sites A can't-miss roadmap to getting your first--or hundred-and-first--story, poem, or script committed to paper, Creative Writing For Dummies is an essential read for aspiring, amateur, and professional writers everywhere.
How To Launch A Successful Series
Are you an indie author hungry for success? Are you tired of struggling with book launches? Are you dreaming of an easier approach to creating powerful releases? Look no further! Introducing the ultimate guide to revolutionising your book series launches: How To Launch A Successful Series! This must-read resource will equip you with the tools and knowledge to conquer the world of book launches. Inside, you'll learn invaluable lessons, including: ● Perfecting your backmatter to optimise read-through.● Mastering the art of timing your launches for maximum impact and visibility.● Nailing the management of reviewers and ARC campaigns to generate buzz.● Harnessing the power of a dedicated street team to amplify your reach.● Unleashing the potential of pre-orders as a crucial part of your launch strategy.● Implementing content and outreach marketing tactics that guarantee results.● Conquering the marketing game between releases to keep your momentum soaring. But that's not all! This guide explores real-life series launch case studies, giving you a front-row seat to see these strategies in action and understand how they bring about career milestones. Featuring insights from bestselling authors Rachel McLean, Carissa Broadbent, Meg Jolly, Krystal Shannan, Steffanie Holmes, and many more, this handbook provides you with actionable advice, practical templates, and behind-the-scenes personal anecdotes. Say goodbye to uncertainty and approach your next release with confidence. Grab your copy of How To Launch A Successful Series now and catapult your author career to the next level.
The College Student’s Research Companion
Most college students are novice researchers for whom Google is the option of first resort. But the information provided by the surface websites usually found this way often lacks substance and is of questionable authority. You can save your students from fruitless, random web searching with the help of this cutting-edge guide, newly updated to reflect the broad range of today's information sources. It's a must-have tool for first-year composition and information literacy courses, LIS collections, and graduate-level research. With this trusted resource by their side, students will master the skills needed to integrate quality informational sources into their writing, enabling them to craft better essays; receive guidance on topic selection, time management, and research planning; learn a five-step process for evaluating sources; be introduced to the fundamentals of database searching, using reference sources, and finding periodical articles, books, and websites; get pointers on using sources properly, with advice on citing them according to widely used documentation styles, avoiding plagiarism, quoting or paraphrasing correctly, and incorporating notes; and find review questions and exercises at the end of each chapter, reinforcing the concepts they have just learned.
Foundations of Information Law
Learning the basic concepts of information law and the many legal concepts that come into play in the field of librarianship can seem like an overwhelming endeavor. Drawing upon the authors' unique backgrounds in both law and librarianship, this text is designed to empower readers to understand, rather than be intimidated by, the law. It melds essential context, salient examples of best practices, and stimulating discussions to illuminate numerous key legal and social issues directly related to the information professions. Helping readers better understand the role of law in their work, this primer discusses information law as part of a continuum of interrelated issues rather than an assortment of discrete topics; examines information law in the context of different types of libraries; delves into the manifold legal issues raised when interacting with patrons and communities, from intellectual freedom topics like censorship and public activities in the library to the legal issues surrounding materials and information access; elucidates operational and management legal issues, including library security, interacting with law enforcement, advocacy, lobbying, funding, human resources, and liability; promotes literacy of the law, its structures, and its terminology as a professional skill; gives readers the tools to find and understand different sources of legal authority and demonstrates how to interpret them when they conflict; and explores information law as a national and cross-national issue.
Elevating the School Library
Branding isn't just for companies and celebrities. Your school library is a brand too, and this book will show you how powerful the concept of branding can be. You will learn how to use it as a tool for articulating the value and importance of the school library while also better defining and delineating to stakeholders who school librarians are and why having a school librarian matters. Complete with a list of guiding questions at the end of each chapter to help you put its concepts into practice, this book includes templates, checklists, and worksheets to assist you in undertaking school library branding, a rebrand, or a brand rehabilitation; offers concrete guidance and techniques for engaging effectively with your community by creating a strategic communications plan; walks you through incorporating the use of data and community demographics analysis to improve your practice and thus increase positive perceptions of the impact of your work; shows how to use existing AASL personas as well as how to develop additional learner personas (such as trauma-sensitive, special groups and non-users) through a brand audit; presents a focused exploration of brand behavior, emphasizing the impact, influence, and integrity of brand credibility; analyzes the work of Jim Collins (Good to Great), John Kotter (Our Iceberg is Melting), and others to shed light on the importance of the "business" aspects of the school library; and spotlights successful and unsuccessful examples of branding from the realm of both business and libraries, connecting them to the AASL Standards.
Teachers of Multiple Languages
This book presents narrative research on individual teachers of multiple languages (TMLs). It uncovers what makes TMLs unique and reveals the complex identities, beliefs and emotions involved in being a TML. The author offers new, globally-relevant insights for language teaching research at individual, pedagogical and institutional level.
Managing Health Sciences Libraries in a Time of Change
In Managing Health Sciences Libraries in a Time of Change, experienced leaders of the medical library community offer insights into the current trends and issues faced by health sciences librarians and present practical guidelines and management skills needed to create a culture of excellence.
Managing Health Sciences Libraries in a Time of Change
In Managing Health Sciences Libraries in a Time of Change, experienced leaders of the medical library community offer insights into the current trends and issues faced by health sciences librarians and present practical guidelines and management skills needed to create a culture of excellence.
