The Indispensable Librarian : Surviving and Thriving in School Libraries in the Information Age

Doug Johnson

ISBN 10: 161069239X / ISBN 13: 9781610692397

Published by Linworth, 2013

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This readable and practical book examines the changes in school libraries brought by the digital revolution-and describes how new and experienced librarians can take advantage of them.Both a book of practical solutions to today's budgetary and staffing problems in school libraries as well as an advocacy book, The Indispensable Librarian: Surviving and Thriving in School Libraries in the Information Age, Second Edition provides a practice-based overview of all management topics that also supplies real-world scenarios, step-by-step instructions, and pragmatic solutions to specific problems.In this follow-up to his original book, Doug Johnson offers more practical methods and sage advice for leveraging technology's popularity and effectiveness to build stronger programs and cultivate beneficial professional connections and friendships. He defines and clarifies the role of the school library media specialist in a technologically enhanced school, providing relevant examples and useful advice on a variety of topics; and underscores the importance of strong management skills, especially regarding collaborative planning and communications. The book is written especially for K-12 school librarians, both new and experienced, and is also suitable for pre-service librarians as a textbook. Seller Inventory # 9781610692397

Synopsis:

This readable and practical book examines the changes in school libraries brought by the digital revolution ― and describes how new and experienced librarians can take advantage of them.
Both a book of practical solutions to today's budgetary and staffing problems in school libraries as well as an advocacy book, The Indispensable Librarian: Surviving and Thriving in School Libraries in the Information Age, Second Edition provides a practice-based overview of all management topics that also supplies real-world scenarios, step-by-step instructions, and pragmatic solutions to specific problems.

In this follow-up to his original book, Doug Johnson offers more practical methods and sage advice for leveraging technology's popularity and effectiveness to build stronger programs and cultivate beneficial professional connections and friendships. He defines and clarifies the role of the school library media specialist in a technologically enhanced school, providing relevant examples and useful advice on a variety of topics; and underscores the importance of strong management skills, especially regarding collaborative planning and communications. The book is written especially for K-12 school librarians, both new and experienced, and is also suitable for pre-service librarians as a textbook.

About the Author: Doug Johnson is director of media and technology for Mankato Area Public Schools in Mankato, MN.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Indispensable Librarian : Surviving and ...
Publisher: Linworth
Publication Date: 2013
Binding: Taschenbuch
Condition: Neu
Edition: 2nd Edition