Thinking Outside the Book

Thinking Outside the Book

Carol Smallwood

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Editorial:
McFarland and Company, Inc.
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Biblioteca, archivo y gestión de la información
ISBN:
9780786435753
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Professionals in all areas of librarianship will find inspiration in the essays collected here--each of them innovative tips for increasing circulation, enhancing collections, and improving flexibility. With extensive experience in the nation’s top libraries and media centers, the 73 contributors describe what really works based on their real-world experiences. Organized by subject, the essays offer succinct and practical guidelines for dozens of tasks. Topics include preparing and delivering distinctive presentations; forming a successful grant proposal; hosting a traveling multimedia exhibition; organizing effective community partnerships; writing blogs; hosting authors; creating cybertorials; preserving local culture--and many others.

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