Foundations of Library and Information Science

Rubin, Richard Richard Rubin,

ISBN 10: 1555704026 / ISBN 13: 9781555704025

Published by Neal-Schuman Publishers Inc -, 2000

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Synopsis:

This textbook covers the fundamentals of library and information science courses. The author aims to offer library and information science students and professionals the background and techniques needed to meet today's and tomorrow's challenges. It begins with a discussion of the practice of librarianship, and moves on to address the place of libraries within the broader perspective of the information structure, the development of information science, the growth of information technologies, and information policies in libraries. The various types of libraries and the major organizational issues they face are discussed. The appendices include: the Association of Research Libraries Statement on Intellectual Property; a bill of rights and responsibilites for electronic learners; and encyclopedias and dictionaries in library and information science.

Review: "Rubin's book will for now be the textbook for MLIS foundations courses...As Victorian travelers once carried Baedekers, MLIS students will now carry their Rubins." "Content is clear, thorough, balanced, and highly readable. Practical information is made even more meaningful with figures, charts, tables, updated appendixes, and revised lists of selected readings. A superb resource that contributes greatly to its field."

Bibliographic Details

Title: Foundations of Library and Information ...
Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers Inc -
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good