Author: University of Wisconsin. Library SchoolPublisher: University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Library & Information Studies
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Assistance to Libraries in Developing Nations
Author: University of Wisconsin. Library SchoolPublisher: University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Library & Information Studies
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
Information Access and Library User Needs in Developing Countries
Author: AI-Suqri, Mohammed NasserPublisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1466643544
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
While high quality library and information services continue to thrive and strengthen economic and social development, much of the knowledge that exists on users needs and behaviors is fundamentally based on the results of users in English-speaking, western developed countries. Information Access and Library User Needs in Developing Countries highlights the struggles that developing countries face in terms of information gaps and information-seeking user behavior. The publication highlights ways in which users in developing countries can benefit from properly implementing LIS services. Researchers, academics, and practitioners interested in the design and delivery of information services will benefit from this collection of research.
The Public Library Service
Author: International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions. Section of Public LibrariesPublisher: NBD Biblion Publishers
ISBN: 9783598218279
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. It is the global voice of the information profession. The series IFLA Publications deals with many of the means through which libraries, information centres, and information professionals worldwide can formulate their goals, exert their influence as a group, protect their interests, and find solutions to global problems.
University Libraries for Developing Countries
Author: Morris A. GelfandPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries
Author: Thanuskodi, S.Publisher: IGI Global
ISBN: 1466640715
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
Academic libraries cater to the diverse needs of scholars, scientists, technocrats, researchers, students, and others personally and professionally invested in higher education. Due to advancements in information and communication technologies (ICT), the vision and mission of academic libraries are changing in developing countries. Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries provides the latest theoretical frameworks and empirical research into academic libraries, investigating concerns such as illiteracy, budgeting, software development, technical training, and others. In particular, this book will be of use to professionals and researchers working in the field of library and information science who are looking for new methods and best practices in the management of effective academic libraries. This book is part of the Advances in Library and Information Science series collection.
Legislative Libraries and Developing Countries
Author: Dermot J. T. EnglefieldPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
A History of ALA Policy on Intellectual Freedom
Author: Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF)Publisher: American Library Association
ISBN: 0838913253
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 359
Book Description
Collecting several key documents and policy statements, this supplement to the ninth edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual traces a history of ALA’s commitment to fighting censorship. An introductory essay by Judith Krug and Candace Morgan, updated by OIF Director Barbara Jones, sketches out an overview of ALA policy on intellectual freedom. An important resource, this volume includes documents which discuss such foundational issues as The Library Bill of RightsProtecting the freedom to readALA’s Code of EthicsHow to respond to challenges and concerns about library resourcesMinors and internet activityMeeting rooms, bulletin boards, and exhibitsCopyrightPrivacy, including the retention of library usage records
Foreign Assistance Act of 1968
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Foreign AffairsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Economic assistance, American
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
The Freedom to Read
Author: American Library AssociationPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
PISA 2009 Results: Learning to Learn Student Engagement, Strategies and Practices (Volume III)
Author: OECDPublisher: OECD Publishing
ISBN: 9264083944
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
This volume of PISA 2009 results examines 15-year-olds’ motivation, their engagement with reading and their use of effective learning strategies.