Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 660
Book Description
Resources in Education
Author: Audiovisual Media in the Dutch Public Library
Author: Ed SpruitPublisher:
ISBN: 9789062522514
Category : Audio-visual library service
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
Based mainly on the experiences of seven Dutch public libraries during a 5-year study, this report discusses issues related to the integration of audiovisual materials and equipment into existing library collections. Following a brief introduction, its contents are divided into chapters: (1) Collection Building; (2) Processing; (3) Cataloguing; (4) Accommodating Audiovisual Materials; (5) The Lending of Audiovisual Materials; (6) The Equipment; (7) Use of Materials and Equipment in the Library; (8) Lay-Out of the Library; (9) Staff; and (10) Future Expectations. Topics addressed include the range of possible audiovisual materials, selection aids, acquisition, supply, withdrawals, composition of the collection, standardization, standards of the collection, suggestions for basic collections, materials processing, storage materials, integration philosophies, music and non-music collections, the children's department, open and closed access, public demand, borrowers, lending conditions, theft prevention, collection control, compensation for loss or damage, selection criteria, maintenance, furniture, staff requirements, and staff training. The final chapter presents 17 conclusions and 14 recommendations for the Dutch Centre for Public Libraries and Literature (NBLC) and Dutch public libraries. (JB)
The Future of the Dutch Public Library
Author: Frank HuysmansPublisher: Aksant Academic Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
The public library is the biggest cultural institution in the Netherlands, with around 4 million members and 130 million items lent each year. From an organization primarily concerned with lending books, the library is being transformed into a cultural center. This study describes possible futures for the public library in the Netherlands and provides policy proposals to counter negative trends.
Video in Libraries
Author: Paul McNallyPublisher: Hague : Nederlands Bibliotheek en Lektuur Centrum
ISBN:
Category : Audio-visual library service
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This collection of papers on the use of video in libraries is designed to show the many different ways in which video can help communication. After a general introduction by Paul McNally which discusses current trends in video developments, 11 case studies are presented: (1) "Using Video in Public Libraries--Motherwell District Libraries, Scotland: A Case Study" (Norman Turner); (2) "Video and Youth Services in the Public Library--United States Perspective" (Emma Cohn); (3) "Video in Children's Libraries in Sweden" (Anna-Maria Kylberg); (4) "Video Services to Cultural Groups: A London Case Study in Language Development" (Neville Price); (5) "Video in Parliamentary Libraries--Applications and Implications" (Michael R. Mann); (6) "Video in Educational Institutions--Two Examples from Australia: Use of Video in New South Wales Schools" (Martha Heeren) and "Development of the Audiovisual Library Section and Services at Swinburne" (Bill Linklater and Bonna Jones); (7) "The Use of Video in Hospitals--An Example from Great Britain" (Cecily A. Miller); (8) "Video and Library Service to the Deaf--United States" (Phyllis I. Dalton); (9) "Video in Libraries for the Visually Impaired" (William C. Byrne); (10) "FORMAT-Canada's Computerised Information System for Aduiovisual Materials" (Donald Bidd, Louise de Chevigny, and Margot Letourneau); and (11) "Video and Copyright--A Scandinavian Perspective" (Anna Johansen). Brief biographies of the contributors and their addresses are provided. (JB)
World Guide to Library, Archive, and Information Science Associations
Author: Marko SchweizerPublisher: Walter de Gruyter
ISBN: 3110951363
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 513
Book Description
This handbook provides thorough, up-to-date information on associations concerned with the fields of librarianship, documentation, information science and archives. The second, completely revised and considerably enlarged edition contains 633 comprehensive and updated entries from over 130 countries. Over 170 new entries documenting the latest trends and developments in the field are included, and an increase of more than 7 % in the number of associations covered. The first part lists internationally active associations in alphabetical order. In the second part, national associations are arranged by country, and listed within the countries alphabetically. The volume includes indexes of names, subjects and official organs. The entries contain the following details: Name, with abbreviation and English translation where available Address with telephone, telex, fax, eMail and URL Functionaries, members of staff Languages, Year of foundation Main field of interest and goals Structure, finances Summary of members (numbers, structure, types of membership) Membership conferences, congresses, publications Activities (e.g. legislative proceedings or educational)
The Audiovisual Librarian
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Audio-visual library service
Languages : en
Pages : 668
Book Description
IFLA Directory
Author: International Federation of Library Associations and InstitutionsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : International librarianship
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Inspel
Author: Government reports annual index
Author: Nonbook Materials
Author: Jean WeihsPublisher: Gower Publishing Company, Limited
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description