Foundations of Library and Information Science |  | Author: Richard Rubin
Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers
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Foundations of Library and Information Science is the most current introductory text available, covering the practice of librarianship, the place of libraries in the broader information infrastructure, the development of information science, and more. Library and information science students and professionals will find the background and concepts they need to meet today's - and tomorrow's - challenges. TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. The Information Infrastructure: Libraries in Context; 2. Information Science: A Service Perspective; 3. Redefining the Library: The Impacts and Implications of Technological Change; 4. Information Policy: Stakeholders and Agendas; 5. Information Policy as Library Policy: Intellectual Freedom; 6. Information Organization: Issues and Techniques; 7. From Past to Present: The Library s Mission and Its Values; 8. Ethics and Standards: Professional Practices in Library and Information Science; 9. The Library as Institution: An Organizational View, and 10. Librarianship: An Evolving Profession.
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 Excellent Reference June 29, 2004
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Foundations of Library and Information Science was the assigned text for my first class in an MLS graduate program. The breadth of material covered is extensive. No textbook will ever hold one's interest like a novel, but this one came pretty close. I found myself reading late into the night to find out what the author had to reveal next. This book will definitely be on my shelf as a ready reference throughout my course of study.
An impressive, "reader friendly", comprehensive introduction January 4, 2005
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
Now in an updated and expanded second edition, Foundations Of Library And Information Science by Richard E. Rubin (Director and Professor at the School of Library and Information Science at Kent State University) continues to be an impressive, "reader friendly", comprehensive introduction to American and Canadian library and information studies programs. Foundations Of Library And Information Science explores practice of librarianship, the development of information science, the growth of technologies, evolut-ion in policy, the intellectual organization of institutions, the mission of libraries from past to present, and ethical aspects/principles between information providers and their clients. This significantly revised edition also includes new coverage of metadata, information architecture, UCITA, digital libraries, the Patriot Act, digital rights management, and other critical issues directly affecting access to and use of library-based information. Foundations Of Library And Information Science continues to be an indispensable addition to professional and academic Library Science reference collections and supplemental reading lists.
Excellent Reference June 30, 2004
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Foundations of Library and Information Science was the assigned text for my first class in an MLS graduate program. The breadth of material covered is extensive. No textbook will ever hold one's interest like a novel, but this one came pretty close. I found myself reading late into the night to find out what the author had to reveal next. This book will definitely be on my shelf as a ready reference throughout my course of study.
Reaching Teen Readers May 9, 2006
Virginia Allain (Poinciana, FL)
"The preface of this book states that it is 'a guide to playing matchmaker between teens (and tweens) and reading.' It is designed to help librarians promote voluntary and free-choice reading, develop programs and promotions that will get young adults' attention, and build relationships that reflect teen interests and culture. This book is part of Neal-Schuman's Teens @ the Library Series." (summary by South Texas Library System)
Here's what the book covers:
Chapter 1 Using Fiction to Connect Teens with Books and Libraries
*The Many Faces of Fiction for Teens
*The Evolution of Teen Realism
*Trend Setters: Groundbreaking Authors, Titles, Genres, and Forms
*Graphic Novels Come of Age
*Making Fiction Connections: Key Ideas
Chapter 2 Using Popular Nonfiction to Connect Teens with Books and Libraries
*Why Nonfiction Matters
*The Hot Stuff: What's Being Published
*The High Interest Nonfiction Collection
*Magazines, the Great Equalizer
*Nonfiction and Reluctant Readers
*Nonfiction Reading Connections: Key Ideas
Chapter 3 Using Booktalking to Connect Teens with Books and Libraries
*Techniques and Strategies for Booktalking
*Reading, the Key
*Finding a Hook
*Repetition
*Try the First Person (or try a prop)
*Preparation, Feedback, Evaluation
*Don't Forget Nonfiction
*Booktalking on the Fly
*Booktalking Connections: Key Ideas
Chapter 4 YA Using Book Promotion to Connect Teens with Books and Libraries
*Showing Off your Collections
*Display! Display! Display!
*Offline: Book Discussion Groups & Contests
*Online: Webpages, Listservs and Reading Promotion
*Book Promotion Connections: Key Ideas
Chapter 5 Using School Resources to Connect Teens with Books and Reading
*The School Library Media Center: Key Player in Reading
Achievement
*"Is it on the AR List?" Computer-Based Reading Promotion
*The Problem of Grade Levels
*Library Cooperation to Create a Community of Readers
*School Reading Connections for Students: Key Ideas
Chapter 6 Using Training and Online Resources to Connect Teens with Books and Reading
*The Changing Face of Reader's Advisory to Young Adults
*Training to Work with Teen Readers
*The Reader's Advisory Database
*Making Technology Your Partner in Doing Teen Readers Advisory
*Training and Online Resources in Teen RA: Key Ideas
Chapter 7 Developing a Personal Reader's Advisory Strategy, A Key Tool for Helping Connect Teens with Books and Libraries
*Developing a Personal Reader's Advisory Strategy
*Building Your Readers' Advisory Competency:
*Techniques for Working with Teen Readers
*Advising YA Readers: A Challenging Collaboration
*Making Teen Reading Connections: Taking up the Challenge
*Asking Teens about Your Collections
*A Personal Reader's Advisory Strategy for Working with
Teens: Key Elements
Great Info for an Intro Text August 16, 2009
Layla Arnold
This was a required text for a class, so I wasn't expecting much, but I was very happily surprised. I understand that there's a new version of the text coming out; whether this version or the next, I would say that it's a must-have for people starting off in the LIS field. Well written, great information, and lots of ways to get more information if you're interested. Rubin shows a real grasp of the material and communicates it well.
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