Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc.

 

Teens want their own space online, and with the help of this new book, you can create a teen library site that's cutting-edge, engaging, and effective in connecting young adults to your library. Here you'll find inspiring examples and ideas from ground-breaking teen librarians across the country. From ready reference and homework help to forums for creative expression and online discussions, this book will help you take your online teen services to the next level and beyond. Doyle offers ideas for providing online workshops and instruction, homework help, reference services, reader's advisory programming, summer reading, and more via your Web site. In addition to outlining the must-haves of a teen site, she demonstrates innovative uses for the latest technologies, including:
• Pocasts
• Blogs
• RSS feeds
• Texting
• Instant Messaging
• Discussion lists
• Wikis
• And more

 "This extremely well-written book will appeal to "non-techies" as well as to those with advanced experience in creating Web sites...The author also provides an outstanding overview of technology...This book is highly recommended for libraries that are creating or expanding a Web presence for young adults."
-- School Library Journal, May 2007
 
"Any library with a Web site can benefit from the information in this book...No library that serves teens should be without the tools to create a topnotch Web Site, and this book provides them."
-- VOYA, October 2008
 
"This book helps librarians construct a virtual environment to appeal to the teenage patron."
-- Computers in Libraries, May 2007
 
"This book helps librarians construct a virtual environment to appeal to the teenage patron."
-- Computers in Libraries, May 2007
 
"Everyone who serves teens and libraries will find something useful in this book."
-- Booklist, August 1, 2007
 
"Screen shots, software recommendations, numerous suggestions, excellent points, legal issues, and great advice complete this inspiring book."
-- Library Media Connection
 
"With the tips in this book, libraries can use their Web sits more efficiently and reach teens in new, interactive ways...Any library with a Web site can benefit from the information in this book."
-- VOYA, December 2007
 

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