Continuing Education for Librarians
Essays on Career Improvement Through Classes, Workshops, Conferences and More
Carol Smallwood editor Vera Gubnitskaia editor Kerol Harrod editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc
Published:26th Feb '13
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
It is an exciting time to be a librarian. Advances in technology have let libraries expand far beyond walls and lead the way in information delivery, while transforming the physical library into a place where customers can connect to information in new ways.
It is also a challenging time to be a librarian. With continual change as the new normal, staying current can seem overwhelming. Even as they face budget shortfalls and staff reductions, librarians are tasked with finding the time and resources to keep abreast of rapid changes.
This book offers a cornucopia of practical advice about how to acquire new skills (and formal and informal credentials) through all stages of a career. The 27 essays cover formal and online education, conferences, fellowships, workshops, networking, teaching, mentoring, balancing personal with professional lives, and money matters--and are filled with practical, honest and real-world advice.
“recommended”—Australian Library Journal; “essays outline various types of continuing education for librarians and related aspects”—Reference & Research Book News; “In today’s landscape of ever-changing technologies, tightened budgets, and job competition, education for library professionals should not end with a traditional library science degree. Continuing Education for Librarians does a wonderful job of navigating the many creative ways that learning can be a career-long pursuit”—Dyani Feige, Preservation Specialist, Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; “This book is a timely and necessary tool for professional development in librarianship. A creative industriousness particular to energetic, forward-reaching librarians is presented in engaging ways.”—Karl Madden, Charles Evans Inniss Memorial Library, New York; “A volume chock full of ideas and experience for any librarian considering a career transition, an advanced degree, or simply refreshing skills.”—Erin Foley, Director, Rio Community Library, Rio, Wisconsin; “From surviving the Master’s degree to obtaining a PhD or gaining additional certification, this resource includes guidelines for getting it all done and staying sane. I could have used the advice on navigating online courses when I was getting my MLIS.”—Rose Fortier, Digital Projects Librarian, Milwaukee Public Library, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; “An amazing book filled with wisdom and knowledge. A must have for anyone seeking to grow and evolve in the library profession.”—Anastasia Weige, University of Maine.
ISBN: 9780786468867
Dimensions: 254mm x 178mm x 11mm
Weight: 408g
224 pages