Archive for October, 2008

NEW BOOK PINPOINTS MOST EFFECTIVE STAFF DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES

Thursday, October 30th, 2008

Comprehensive resource presents compelling practices and programs for empowering new library professionals New York, NY (November 4, 2008) – How do librarians transform new and less-experienced librarians into future leaders in their fields? They invest in engaging, encouraging, and effective staff development. Staff Development Strategies that Work!: Stories ...

NEW BOOK SHARES BEST PRACTICES, TIPS AND TITLES FOR SERVING ADULTS STRUGGLING WITH LITERACY

Saturday, October 11th, 2008

Guide helps librarians build top-notch nonfiction collections for new readers New York, NY (October 10, 2008)—How do librarians best serve adults who struggle with English, whether they are recent immigrants, poor readers, adults with learning disabilities, or students of English as a second language? Easy Information Sources for ESL, Adult ...

NEW BOOK HELPS LIBRARIES MAXIMIZE REFERENCE SERVICES AND STAFFING

Saturday, October 11th, 2008

Training Paraprofessionals for Reference Service Provides Training Tips and Tools for Paraprofessionals New York, NY (October 6, 2008)—As librarians and information science professionals juggle shrinking budgets, new technologies and the shifting role of the reference desk, many have found that providing top-notch reference service is more challenging than ever. ...

NEW BOOK PRESENTS BEST PRACTICES FOR SUPPORTING STUDENTS IN A HOLISTIC LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Saturday, October 4th, 2008

International experts teach librarians, faculty and students to adapt to new expectations for academic, physical, and virtual support New York, NY (September 25, 2008)- The student learning experience in modern higher education settings is rapidly changing, and the traditional linear approach to learning is often replaced with a holistic model ...

LANDMARK NEW BOOK PROFILES 400+ HARD-TO-FIND DRUG INFORMATION RESOURCES

Saturday, October 4th, 2008

Publication helps librarians, healthcare professionals, and researchers find the data they need New York, NY (September 23, 2008)—The world of drug and pharmaceutical research and development grows at such a rapid rate that it is difficult to garner the best resources for prevalent, of the moment fact. Bonnie Snow, wielding over ...