Author: Ann Marie CunninghamPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Guide to Careers in Abstracting and Indexing
Author: Ann Marie CunninghamPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Abstracting and Indexing Career Guide
Author: M. Lynne NeufeldPublisher: Philadelphia, PA : National Federation of Abstracting and Information Services
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Abstracting and Indexing Career Guide
Author: Introduction to Indexing and Abstracting
Author: Donald B. ClevelandPublisher: Englewood, Colo. : Libraries Unlimited
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Based on new research and years of practical experience, this guide presents the basic knowledge necessary to become a professional indexer. Synthesizing the thinking and experience of indexers and abstractors over the years, the book introduces readers to such fundamentals as the nature of information, the organization of information, vocabulary control, types of indexes and abstracts, evaluation of indexing, and the use of computers. A new chapter on indexing and the Internet has been added, as has a chapter that lists Web resources for indexers and abstractors. The work concludes with a discussion of the education, training, and job opportunities of the profession, as well as a look to the future. With its simple but thorough approach, this book provides readers with a broad overview of the professions, processes, and art of indexing and abstracting.
Library & Information Science Abstracts
Author: Chronicle Career Index
Author: Reference and Information Services
Author: Richard E. BoppPublisher: Greenwood
ISBN: 9781563081293
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 654
Book Description
Updated to reflect the latest trends and the newest sources commonly used for reference work, this new edition includes more detailed discussion of a wider range of reference-related services, including interlibrary loan, document delivery, and readers' advisory services. There is also increased attention to ethical issues and a stronger focus on user-centered services, both face-to-face and mediated by technology. In addition, the authors discuss Web sites of significant value and the impact of the Internet on reference services. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
Resources in Education
Author: A Guide to the Scientific Career
Author: Mohammadali M. ShojaPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118907426
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 786
Book Description
A concise, easy-to-read source of essential tips and skills for writing research papers and career management In order to be truly successful in the biomedical professions, one must have excellent communication skills and networking abilities. Of equal importance is the possession of sufficient clinical knowledge, as well as a proficiency in conducting research and writing scientific papers. This unique and important book provides medical students and residents with the most commonly encountered topics in the academic and professional lifestyle, teaching them all of the practical nuances that are often only learned through experience. Written by a team of experienced professionals to help guide younger researchers, A Guide to the Scientific Career: Virtues, Communication, Research and Academic Writing features ten sections composed of seventy-four chapters that cover: qualities of research scientists; career satisfaction and its determinants; publishing in academic medicine; assessing a researcher’s scientific productivity and scholarly impact; manners in academics; communication skills; essence of collaborative research; dealing with manipulative people; writing and scientific misconduct: ethical and legal aspects; plagiarism; research regulations, proposals, grants, and practice; publication and resources; tips on writing every type of paper and report; and much more. An easy-to-read source of essential tips and skills for scientific research Emphasizes good communication skills, sound clinical judgment, knowledge of research methodology, and good writing skills Offers comprehensive guidelines that address every aspect of the medical student/resident academic and professional lifestyle Combines elements of a career-management guide and publication guide in one comprehensive reference source Includes selected personal stories by great researchers, fascinating writers, inspiring mentors, and extraordinary clinicians/scientists A Guide to the Scientific Career: Virtues, Communication, Research and Academic Writing is an excellent interdisciplinary text that will appeal to all medical students and scientists who seek to improve their writing and communication skills in order to make the most of their chosen career.
Directory of Indexing and Abstracting Courses and Seminars
Author: Maryann CorbettPublisher: Information Today, Inc.
ISBN: 9781573870566
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
No matter what you want to learn about abstracting or indexing, this guide will help you find out where to learn it. Library professionals, online information designers, abstractor and indexer freelancers, and publishers' staffs can all find courses that suit their needs in the Directory. Included are courses from public, private, and proprietary institutions in the U.S. and Canada.