The Relevant Library
Author | : Vera Gubnitskaia |
Publisher | : McFarland |
Total Pages | : 299 |
Release | : 2018-10-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781476670294 |
ISBN-13 | : 1476670293 |
Rating | : 4/5 (293 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Relevant Library written by Vera Gubnitskaia and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2018-10-11 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At a time when libraries are no longer the leading proprietors of information, many library professionals find themselves rethinking their purpose. In this collection of new essays, contributors share their experiences and ideas for keeping libraries integral to changing communities. Innovative approaches and best practices are discussed for strategic planning, packaging, branding and marketing, funding issues, physical spaces, collection needs and trends, partnerships, programming and services, professional education, and staffing.