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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
September 23, 2009 (New York, NY) – Improving student learning, teaching information literacy skills, serving as copyright specialist, managing technology, overseeing media center operations are a few of the diverse roles that school library media specialists can fill more effectively with a well-thought-out policy and procedure manual. The ...
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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
New York, NY (September 10, 2009) – Institutional repositories (IRs) have sparked an unprecedented transformation in scholarly communication and information dissemination. Starting, Strengthening, and Managing Institutional Repositories: A How-To-Do-It Manual, to be published by Neal-Schuman on November 30, 2009, is designed for anyone charged with starting or managing an IR.
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Wednesday, September 30th, 2009
Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and document delivery services are critical parts of modern library service, but they often involve high costs and long task lists that can overwhelm busy librarians who already juggle multiple roles and tight budgets. In Document Delivery and Interlibrary Loan on a Shoestring, to be published ...
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Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
Zhang and Salaba explain the benefits and practical implementation of user-friendly cataloging model
New York, NY (August 25, 2009) – Current cataloging standards and practices must evolve quickly in order to avoid obsolescence in an increasingly electronic age. Implementing FRBR in Libraries: Key Issues and Future Directions, to be published ...
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
Keeping children engaged is the key to storytime success
New York, NY (August 12, 2009) – Storytimes that promote active participation and learning capture children’s attention and stimulate their cognitive abilities. More Storytime Action! 2,000+ Ideas for Making 500+ Picture Books Interactive, to be published on October 2, 2009 by Neal-Schuman ...
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
Leading expert Diane Kovacs selects and annotates core e-resources in 15 major subject areas
New York, NY (August 15, 2009) – Libraries are essential conduits for connecting today’s information-seekers with the electronic and Web-based resources they want and demand. The Kovacs Guide to Electronic Library Collection Development: Essential Core Subject Collections, ...
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Monday, August 17th, 2009
New York, NY (May 15, 2009) – Neal Schuman Publishers redoubles its commitment to serving the library and information science community through a new alliance with UK-based Chandos Publishing. Effective June 1, 2009, Neal-Schuman will exclusively distribute Chandos books in North America, making over 150 high-quality professional and academic titles ...
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Saturday, August 1st, 2009
New York, NY (July 31, 2009)—As one of life’s richest traditions, storytelling remains an essential part of children’s programming and serves as a vital link between the past and present, connects different cultures, fosters vital communication skills and enhances imaginations. Telling Tales: A Guidebook & DVD, to be published by ...
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Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
25 interactive and intergenerational storytimes blend literature, learning games, songs and parent handouts to build six essential pre-reading skills
New York, NY (July 28, 2009) – While many parents view storytime at their local library as a vital way for their children to acquire early exposure to English and develop critical ...
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Saturday, July 25th, 2009
New York, NY (July 31, 2009) – Today’s ever-evolving information environment requires a significantly broader skill set and a sound understanding of traditional and emerging reference sources, service practices and strategies. Through integrated coverage of print, electronic and Web-based sources, Reference and Information Services in the 21st Century: An ...
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Friday, July 24th, 2009
New York, NY (July 23, 2009) – The past decade has seen enormous growth in the availability of and access to information. How can information literacy instructors adapt their practices to empower today’s demanding learners who depend upon new modes of delivery and fast answers? Information Literacy Instruction: Theory and ...
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Saturday, July 18th, 2009
New York, NY (July 17, 2009)—Information technology changes at an increasingly rapid pace, and all library staff members need to understand how to integrate a wide range of technologies to meet users’ expectations. The Neal-Schuman Library Technology Companion: A Basic Guide for Library Staff, Third Edition to be published by ...
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