New Technologies for Technical Services

This is a general reference for staff working in technical services. Chapter topics covered include the library organization, library technicians in technical services, computers in technical services, bibliographic utilities and networks, acquisitions, cataloging and classification, government publications, serials, preservation, and trends and issues.

This book provides models for integrating digital formats into library catalogs. Databses, web sites, and e-resources are included. Open access products are discussed as a new trend.

Processing Materials

This book is intended for use by the library mananger, the technical services librarian, the cataloging librarian, the paraprofessional, or the one and only person in the library who is responsible for making decisions about the physical processing of nonprint library materials. The authors have two purpoes in mind. The first is to provide the reader with a foundation for decision making as it relates to the physical processing of nonprint mateials. The second purpose is to demonstrate how these decisions move from the theoretical to the practical physical processing issues of packaging/repackaging, treating accompanying materials, labeling, preparing circulation pockets and date due notices, using and placing barcodes and security strips, etc. In addition, this book may serve as a basis from which to build local processing manuals in individual libraries that address the special needs and considerations unique to each situation. This book contains many illustrated examples of processing all types of materials from CD's to realia.

Create an "around-the-building" approach to preservation; implement preventative "on-the-job" techniques; identiry "who-does-what" following the functional listing in the table of contents. Libraries of all types and sizes cannot afford to not involve all library staff in the preservation process. The new Blueprint shows you how to preserve mateials in your collection by bringing all of the resources in your library to bear. Library Journal highly recommends this book for small and middle-sized libraries that sense a need for increased stewardship of their collections.

This book provides paactical ways of applying archival repairs to all kinds of books. Graphics provide visual detail.

Teaching the Use of a Computer (Including Internet)

This title presents 12 modules or sets of instruction programs to be used in conjunction with a CD-ROM that offers more than 400 slices, directions, hanouts, and flyers. Each module begins with a brief introduction, anticipated outcomes for attendees, and tips for presentation. They comver navigationg the Internet and the Web, using e-mail and www e-mail services, and security issues and safety tips.

http://www.minitex.umn.edu/train-conf/webinars/archived.asp
This site has pre-recorded webinars developed by MINItEX staff on ELM, ebooks, MORE, OCLC, and Virtual Reference.

http://www.webjunction.org
This site has a Learning Center that is a source for library staff training, online courses, downloadable lessons, and training tips.

Training Library Staff

This book is targeted at librarians who conduct raining sessions. As trainers are responsible for planning, designing, delivering, and accessing training programs. Allan thoroughly discussed (along with practical examples) the key skills (coaching, facilitating, questioning, etc.) and training techniques (audiovisual aids, brainstorming, case studies, role playing, etc.) they will need for success. Highly recommendey by Library Jounal.

This book covers the learning styles of students. it presents a generic training model. it outlines specific library areas and suggests practical training applications for each. This book is designed to be used as a training manual.

This complete training package "will help to reinforce the mission of your library." Includes video, leader's notes, and participant's handouts.

This page was updated by Rebecca Patton, Public Library Consultant, Arrowhead Library System on June 14, 2006.