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Development Of Creative Spaces In Academic Libraries - A Decision Maker''S Guide

by Katy Kavanagh Webb

83,41€ + 10% CARD

 Development of Creative Spaces in Academic Libraries: A Decision Maker's Guide includes innovative ways libraries are engaging students, including the practice of setting aside high-tech spaces for creativity. Five models of library creative spaces are explored in this book, including digital media labs, digital humanities labs, makerspaces, data visualization labs and knowledge markets. The book explores creative spaces currently offered in libraries, with a focus on academic libraries. It gives real-world advice for the process of crafting a new space in the library, including tactics on how to find campus partners, conduct a needs analysis, and answer important questions. Case studies of innovators of library creativity further highlight the successes and pitfalls of embarking on the process of developing a new service or space in the library. - Shows administrators what other institutions are doing to enable media literacy- Helps university library administrators determine their best course of action- Provides detailed, unique case studies on up to 10 leading institutions, along with the service models they are providing
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Becoming Metric-Wise - A Bibliometric Guide For Researchers

by Leo Egghe, Raf Guns e Ronald Rousseau

131,11€ + 10% CARD

 Becoming Metric-Wise: A Bibliometric Guide for Researchers aims to inform researchers about metrics so that they become aware of the evaluative techniques being applied to their scientific output. Understanding these concepts will help them during their funding initiatives, and in hiring and tenure. The book not only describes what indicators do (or are designed to do, which is not always the same thing), but also gives precise mathematical formulae so that indicators can be properly understood and evaluated. Metrics have become a critical issue in science, with widespread international discussion taking place on the subject across scientific journals and organizations. As researchers should know the publication-citation context, the mathematical formulae of indicators being used by evaluating committees and their consequences, and how such indicators might be misused, this book provides an ideal tome on the topic. - Provides researchers with a detailed understanding of bibliometric indicators and their applications- Empowers researchers looking to understand the indicators relevant to their work and careers- Presents an informed and rounded picture of bibliometrics, including the strengths and shortcomings of particular indicators- Supplies the mathematics behind bibliometric indicators so they can be properly understood- Written by authors with longstanding expertise who are considered global leaders in the field of bibliometrics
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Collective Action 2.0 - The Impact Of Social Media On Collective Action

by Shaked Spier

62,94€ + 10% CARD

 Collective Action 2.0 explores the issues related to information and communication technologies (ICTs) in detail, providing a balanced insight into how ICTs leverage and interact with collective action, which will have an impact on the current discourse. Recent events in different authoritarian regimes, such as Iran and Egypt, have drawn global attention to a developing phenomenon in collective action: People tend to organize through different social media platforms for political protest and resistance. This phenomenon describes a change in social structure and behavior tied to ICT. Social media platforms have been used to leverage collective action, which has in some cases arguably lead, to political revolution. The phenomenon also indicates that the way information is organized affects the organization of social structures with which it interoperates. The phenomenon also has another side, which is the use of social media for activist suppression, state and corporate surveillance, commodifi cation of social processes, demobilization, or for the mobilization of collective action toward undesirable ends.- Analyzes social media and collective action in an in-depth and balanced manner- Presents an account of avoiding technological determinism, utopianism, and fundamentalism- Considers the underlying theory behind quick-paced social media- Takes an interdisciplinary approach that will resonate with all those interested in social media and collective action, regardless of fi eld specialism
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Information Literacy Education: A Process Approach - Professionalising The Pedagogical Role Of Academic Libraries

by Maria-Carme Torras e Tove Saetre

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 From a traditional role of information gatekeepers, librarians have been challenged to become pedagogues who teach and counsel students in information literacy. The aim of this book is to professionalise the educational role of academic libraries.
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Scholarly Communication For Librarians

by Heather Morrison

69,56€ + 10% CARD

 Reviews the current landscape of scholarly communications and publishing and potential futures, outlining key aspects of transition to best possible futures for libraries and librarians.- Explains complex concepts in a clear, concise manner- Designed to quickly bring the reader up to speed on scholarly communications- Written by a well-known international expert on scholarly communications and open access
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Developing Open Access Journals - A Practical Guide

by David Solomon

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Creating electronic open access peer-reviewed scholarly journals requires a great deal of specialized knowledge that spans library science, web development, intellectual property rights and publishing, as well as well issues that are unique to the activity itself. This book addresses the issues of creating an open access journal.
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Content Licensing - Buying And Selling Digital Resources

by Michael Upshall

69,56€ + 10% CARD

 Content Licensing is a wide-ranging and comprehensive guide to providing content for dissemination electronically. It outlines a step-by-step introduction to the why, how, and frequently asked questions of digital content and how to license it. In addition, it examines the context in which licensing takes place. What makes the book unique is that it examines licensing from a range of perspectives.- Practical tips for cost-effective licensing- Guidance on how to ensure the most effective use is made of electronic resources- Invaluable for publishers, libraries and distributors
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Scholarly Communication In China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea And Taiwan

86,13€ + 10% CARD

 Explores the characteristics of scholarly communication outside the West. This book covers academic systems, publishing, libraries and related issues in the region. It examines how countries/regions in East Asia (China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea and Taiwan) have reacted to the innovations in the conduct of research and in the exchange of ideas.
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Open Access - Key Strategic, Technical And Economic Aspects

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Presents an analysis of the key strategic, technical and economic aspects on the topic of open access. This book defines varieties of open access and addresses some of the many misunderstandings to which the term sometimes gives rise. It is suitable for those involved in the communication of academic research, including publishers, and librarians.
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E-Book Publishing Success - How Anyone Can Write, Compile And Sell E-Books On The Internet

by Kingsley Oghjojafor

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Contains information on different aspects of writing, preparing and marketing electronic books (ebooks). This book covers such aspects as: how to develop ideas to write about; how to start the compilation of the ebook; how to choose the correct ebook compiling software; and, how to publish the ebook.
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Challenges Of Knowledge Sharing In Practice - A Social Approach

by Gunilla Widen-Wulff

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Looks at the key skills required in organizations in the information intensive society. This book examines the power of information behaviour on the construction of different kinds of shared knowledge and social identity in a group. It analyses experiences with two different case studies - in the financial and biotechnology industries.
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Knowledge Management - Cultivating Knowledge Professionals

by Suliman Al-Hawamdeh

36,44€ + 10% CARD

 Offers a look at knowledge management (KM) as an emerging profession and the need to educate a new generation of knowledge professionals to deal with managing knowledge on the one hand and managing knowledge workers on the other hand. This book examines the skills and competencies of knowledge professionals.
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Library Web Ecology - What You Need To Know As Web Design Coordinator

by Jacquelyn Erdman

69,56€ + 10% CARD

 Library Web Ecology is a thorough reference to help professionals in Library and Information Science (LIS) to develop a sustainable, usable, and highly effective website. The book describes the entire process of developing and implementing a successful website. Topics include: managing a web team, developing a web culture, creating a strategic plan, conducting usability studies, evaluating technology trends, and marketing the website. Worksheets and examples are included to help library web professionals to prepare web development plans. Although this book is aimed at LIS professionals, a number of concepts can easily be applied to any organization that would like to develop a more effective website.- Provides practical and realistic solutions to website problems- Suggests different strategies, giving the pros and cons, so professionals can determine what strategy is best for their library- Includes worksheets and examples
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User-Centred Library Websites - Usability Evaluation Methods

by Carole George

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Focuses on usability evaluation methods used to design usable and user-centred library websites. From planning the study to writing the report, this book guides the reader through the process of usability evaluation. It describes usability techniques, procedures, report writing, and design changes that lead to a user-centred interface.
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Web Information Management - A Cross-Disciplinary Textbook

by Justus Wamukoya e Stephen Mutula

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 A cross-disciplinary text book on web-based information management for students, faculty and practitioners. It addresses topical issues in web information management - such as content management, e-records readiness, e-government, portals and intranets, open source software, emerging technologies-WiMax, and Bluetooth.
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Open Source Database Driven Web Development - A Guide For Information Professionals

by Isaac Dunlap

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Demonstrates the simplicity, cost-effectiveness and versatility of designing database driven web applications with Open Source resources. It features case studies of 'real world' implementations that address both theoretical aspects and practical considerations of developing applications with PHP scripting language and MySQL relational database.
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Building Library 3.0 - Issues In Creating A Culture Of Participation

by Woody Evans

72,88€ + 10% CARD

 Written for information professionals and librarians trying to implement and manage Web 2.0 in their physical and online collections, Building Library 3.0 pays careful attention to the implementation of social web applications, mobile computing, and RFID and QR Code technology. The book details both how to make these technologies work for libraries and also explores why libraries must gain ground in the important new territories of Web 2.0. The changing relationships between information seekers, the information being sought, and the professional information gatekeepers is of great importance in this change, and this book explains both the use of the technology to reach information seeking communities, and the profound ways in which such relationships will change the nature of librarianship.- A primer for Library 2.0, and concrete steps available to libraries seeking to catch up to their web-savvy patrons- Detailed and critical examinations of social networking sites, and their potential for libraries outreach- Studies the actions librarians can take right now to prepare for the ''border-bleeding'' between physical and virtual collections
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Wikis - Tools For Information Work And Collaboration

by Jane Klobas

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Discusses wikis as information sources, as a form of publishing, and as tools for collaboration. This book explores the applications of wikis in library and information services, education and business. It identifies different kinds of wikis. It is suitable for librarians working in user services or IT units in academic or public libraries.
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Weblogs And Libraries

by Laurel Clyde

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 This book discusses the topic of 'weblogs and libraries' from two main perspectives: weblogs as sources of information for libraries and librarians; and weblogs as tools that libraries can use to promote their services and to provide a means of communication with their clients.
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Understanding The Internet - A Glimpse Into The Building Blocks, Applications, Security And Hidden Secrets Of The Web

72,88€ + 10% CARD

 A straightforward overview with minimum technical descriptions of the underlying networking principles, standards, applications and uses of the Internet. Understanding the Internet explains the underlying networking concepts, the protocols and standards which comprise the Internet, Internet trends and applications, the mobile Internet, security and the hidden Web. The Internet and World Wide Web are dramatically changing the world we live in and this book provides a holistic view of the Internet so that practitioners and users can more fully understand the concepts involved.- Written by a highly knowledgeable and well-respected practitioner in the field- Draws on the author''s wide-ranging practical experience of developing web and mobile web applications and indeed teaching Internet technologies at a university for many years- Provides insight into how the Internet is put together and the novel applications which are currently residing on it
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Librarian'S Guide To The Internet - Searching And Evaluating Information

by Jeanne Muller

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Librarians constantly conduct searches for their customers. However, the Internet and the technology are constantly changing. This book aims to help librarians make the best use of Internet resources in order to provide a higher standard of service to library users.
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Effective Information Retrieval From The Internet - An Advanced User''S Guide

by Adrian Stacey e Alison Stacey

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Strategies are provided which enable the advanced web user to locate information effectively and to form a precise evaluation of the accuracy of that information. Most of the book is concerned with practical 'future-proof' techniques which are independent of changes in the tools available.
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Digital Information Contexts - Theoretical Approaches To Understanding Digital Information

by Luke Tredinnick

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Offers an introduction to critical and theoretical perspectives on digital information. This book outlines the origins of information management in nineteenth-century humanism and modern theoretical frameworks for understanding the social, cultural and political place of digital information.
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Finding The Concept, Not Just The Word - A Librarian''S Guide To Ontologies And Semantics

by Brandy King e Kathy Reinold

56,31€ + 10% CARD

 Suitable for students and professionals within Library and Information Services (LIS), this book deals with the power and potential of ontologies to enhance the electronic search process. It compares search strategies and results in the search environment and demonstrates how these could be transformed using ontologies and concept searching.
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