Where Do I Start?

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Where Do I Start?

A School Library Handbook

Library and information sciences / Museology Library, archive and information management Library and information services Schools and pre-schools

Author: Santa Clara County Office of Education

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Language: English

Published by: Linworth

Published on: 13th February 2012

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 168 pages

ISBN: 9781586835422


Introduction

If you're new to running a library or looking for a refresher, this book can serve as your first reference source for school library operation, providing overview information on a wealth of topics, lists of resources for more in-depth information, and coverage of current topics such as Web 2.0, fundraising, digital booktalks, and cybersafety.

Importance of Professional Resources

With the extreme budget cuts most school libraries are facing, professional development resources for library support staff that improve library management efficiency are in great demand. This popular handbook provides an overview of many topics related to school libraries, collecting a vast amount of information together in one volume with an extensive index and selected additional resources.

Book Details

Written in an accessible style, it provides a quick reference and overview information for the operation of school libraries that both experienced and new library staff will find useful. Designed to be read both cover-to-cover and utilized as a ready reference, the second edition of Where Do I Start?: A School Library Handbook has updated subject material that includes coverage of Web 2.0 applications, library web pages, reading books to students, digital storytelling, future trends in library automation, and more.

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