Subject: Libraries/Archives
The relevant library: Essays on adapting to changing needs
In this collection of new essays, contributors share their experiences and ideas for keeping libraries integral to changing communities. Innovative approaches and best practices are […]
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Before the ballot: Building political support for library funding
Local tax revenue is the single largest source of funding for public libraries in every state. Since 2008, there has been a significant decline in […]
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Tech for all: moving beyond the digital divide
How can libraries ensure that patrons from all socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds have access to advanced technology training and hardware? Everyone knows libraries provide access […]
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Reaching diverse audiences with virtual reference and instruction: a practical guide for librarians
This book is designed to help new and experienced librarians with practical advice for teaching and serving diverse audiences using a mix of new technologies […]
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The library outreach casebook
ACRL published The Library Outreach Casebook, edited by Ryan L. Sittler and Terra J. Rogerson. This casebook is designed as a tool for librarians working […]
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Financial management for libraries
Presenting financial management principles and best practices applicable to both public and academic libraries, this comprehensive text elucidates a broad array of issues crucial for […]
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Diversity and inclusion in libraries: a call to action and strategies for success
The news and scholarly literature are replete with stories and articles describing the challenges that diverse individuals face in their local communities and workplaces. Diversity […]
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Library marketing basics
Librarians can do some effective marketing and promotional work without being experts in the field, but you still need to put in some study time. […]
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Create, innovate, and serve: a radical approach to children’s and youth programming
This book is intended to give a broad overview of this radical landscape for public libraries in which librarians are creating innovative, interactive, participatory programming […]
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Embedded and empowered: a practical guide for librarians
People tend to consider a “librarian” to be someone who works in a library. However, a professional librarian who is empowered with a good understanding […]
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