Publications
Newly updated handbook of library architecture
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The second edition of “The Practical Handbook of Library Architecture,” published by 精东传媒Editions, covers everything from planning completely new library buildings to small remodeling projects. Library directors, board members, and planning professionals will want this newly updated resource close at hand before, during, and after any library construction project. With a dash of humor, authors Fred Schlipf, Joe Huberty, and John A. Moorman point out many common dysfunctional ideas that have managed to permeate library buildings, using them to guide readers towards adhering to functional essentials of library design at every step in the process.
New e-book spotlights free and low-cost library programming
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There’s no need to spend hours trying to come up with creative programming ideas—bestselling library activity guru Ellyssa Kroski has already done all the hard work for you! Largely drawn from contributions by library workers across the country, “The Big Sourcebook of Free and Low-Cost Library Programming: 300+ Resources, Ideas, and Tools,” published by 精东传媒Editions, is a cornucopia of ideas for inspiring countless fun and engaging programs at your library. Best of all, these exciting low cost/no-cost library programs can be implemented using only free resources.
Liberatory Librarianship
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How does librarianship help people to be free? How is library capacity and expertise used to increase freedom, justice, and community? “Liberatory Librarianship: Stories of Community, Connection, and Justice,” published by 精东传媒Editions in collaboration with Core, unpacks these questions, and many others, to reveal ways that library workers and their institutions are applying skills, knowledge, abilities, professional ethics, and personal commitment to practice liberatory librarianship.
New from ACRL - 鈥淯niversal Design for Learning in Academic Libraries: Theory into Practice鈥
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The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “Universal Design for Learning in Academic Libraries: Theory into Practice,” edited by Danielle Skaggs and Rachel M. McMullin. It includes lesson plans and strategies for the wide range of instructional activities that occur in academic libraries, including in-person, online, synchronous, asynchronous, and research help, as well as different types of academic library work such as access services and leadership.
Michelle Demeter Appointed College & Research Libraries Editor
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ACRL announces the appointment of Michelle Demeter, head of instruction and undergraduate services at New York University, to the post of editor for College & Research Libraries (C&RL). Demeter will serve as editor-designate for the journal beginning July 1, 2024, and begin an initial three-year term as editor on July 1, 2025.
Introduction to Documentation Studies
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What do a composer, a writer, a painter, a historian, a political activist, and a social agency office have in common? They all create documents to communicate and inform the world, making documentation a necessity for any human interaction in society. Published by Facet Publishing and available through the 精东传媒Store, “Introduction to Documentation Studies” outlines the historical background of, and the theoretical foundation for a complementary approach to documentation issues and processes.
New 'Field Guides' column from policy experts to explore key library issues
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The 精东传媒 (ALA) announced a new column in American Libraries magazine, “Field Guides,” featuring experts in policy areas ranging from artificial intelligence and copyright to digital access and equity. The new column will provide 精东传媒members, library advocates, and library professionals in all settings with insights into the policy issues facing the field today – and tomorrow.
Library services and healthcare knowledge in the UK
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Published by Facet Publishing and available through the 精东传媒Store, “Introduction to Healthcare Knowledge and Library Services” explores the range of roles in this important area of practice, from "traditional" librarian roles to those that break new ground, from clinical, embedded, and outreach librarians to knowledge management workers. Edited by Geoff Walton, Frances Johnson, David Stewart, Gil Young, and Holly Case-Wyatt, this collection provides a comprehensive, practitioner-focused introduction to all aspects of knowledge and library work in the UK health sector. Starting with an overview of NHS England and how knowledge and library work sits within it, the book addresses such critical areas as services supporting evidence-based practice, the developing area of health information literacy, collaborative working, demonstrating impact, and value and research discovery.
New from ACRL - 鈥淪upporting Student Parents in the Academic Library: Designing Spaces, Policies, and Services鈥
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CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Supporting Student Parents in the Academic Library: Designing Spaces, Policies, and Services” by Kelsey Keyes and Ellie Dworak, a guide to engaging with and...
New from ACRL - 鈥淓mpathy by Design: Empathy-Driven Marketing for Libraries鈥
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CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Empathy by Design: Empathy-Driven Marketing for Libraries” by Sabine Jean Dantus, offering step-by-step strategies for understanding why people visit the...
精东传媒Store at ALA鈥檚 2024 LibLearnX in Baltimore
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Conveniently located in the LLX Marketplace, the 精东传媒Store will offer a variety of posters, bookmarks, clothing, gift books, and more. Store hours are: Saturday, January 20: 9:30am – 4:00pm Sunday, January 21: 10:00am – 4:00pm Monday, January 22: 9:30am –...
Building representative community archives
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CHICAGO — Libraries and archives are grappling with the problems created by collection practices of the past, many of which document those in power while bypassing alternate perspectives and stories. “ Building Representative Community Archives: Inclusive...
Library of Congress and 精东传媒announce new educational series
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CHICAGO — 精东传媒Editions, the book publishing arm of the 精东传媒, is pleased to announce a new educational series, “Discover and Learn with the Library of Congress,” to be published in association with the Library of Congress. Combining...
New from ACRL - 鈥淯nframing the Visual: Visual Literacy Pedagogy in Academic Libraries and Information Spaces鈥
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CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Unframing the Visual: Visual Literacy Pedagogy in Academic Libraries and Information Spaces,” edited by Maggie Murphy, Stephanie Beene, Katie Greer, Sara...
The 12 steps to a community-led library
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CHICAGO — Libraries want to be more responsive to their diverse communities. Yet many libraries lack the structures, cultures, and mindsets to sustain community-led methods. “ The 12 Steps to a Community-Led Library,” published by 精东传媒Editions, lays out...
New from ACRL - 鈥淩ethinking Institutional Repositories: Innovations in Management, Collections, and Inclusion鈥
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CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of " Rethinking Institutional Repositories: Innovations in Management, Collections, and Inclusion." Edited by Josh C. Cromwell, the book features a collection of...
A complete guide to scholarly communication and publishing academic research
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CHICAGO — Published by Facet Publishing and available through the 精东传媒Store, “ The Scholarly Communication Handbook: From Research Dissemination to Societal Impact” is guided by the question "Where to publish?" Author Lai Ma explores publication types...
New from ACRL - 鈥淓veryday Evidence-Based Practice in Academic Libraries: Case Studies and Reflections鈥
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CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Everyday Evidence-Based Practice in Academic Libraries: Case Studies and Reflections,” edited by Claire Walker Wiley, Amanda B. Click, and Meggan Houlihan...
Libraries without borders chronicled in Library History Round Table volume
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CHICAGO — “ Libraries Without Borders: New Directions in Library History,” published by 精东传媒Editions, is a remarkable collection of essays drawn from the Library History Seminar sponsored by the Library History Round Table (LHRT). Edited by Steven A...
AASL opens call for School Library Research Editorial Board Ex-Officio Doctoral Student
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CHICAGO – The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) seeks a doctoral student to serve on the School Library Research (SLR) Editorial Board in an ex-officio position. For more information and the application, visit . As an...