Introduction to Public Librarianship
by Kathleen de la Peña McCook and Jenny S. Bossaller
American Library Association, 2018
Paper: 978-0-8389-1506-6 | eISBN: 978-0-8389-1665-0
Library of Congress Classification Z731.M355 2018
Dewey Decimal Classification 027.473
Paper: 978-0-8389-1506-6 | eISBN: 978-0-8389-1665-0
Library of Congress Classification Z731.M355 2018
Dewey Decimal Classification 027.473
TOC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
List of Figures
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1. The American Public Library
The Community's Commons: Heart, Anchor, Safe Haven
Evolution
Notes
References
Colonial Times to 1852
1852 to the Great War (World War I)
State Library Commissions
World War I (1918) to the Public Library Inquiry (1952)
After World War II: The Public Library Inquiry
From LSA to LSCA (1956 to 1966)
Notes
References
Civil Rights and the Role of Public Libraries
People and Community Focused Librarianship: Equity of Access Becomes a Cord Value for America's Public Libraries
A Strategy for Public Library Change: A Major Transformation of the Philosophy of Public Librarianship
Steps Toward Transformation: Roles, Responses, and Outcomes
Thirty Years of the Library Services and Construction Act: 1966 to 1996
The New Outcome Era: 2015 to the Present
The Public Library in the Twenty-First Century: Core Values and Trends
Notes
References
Measuring the Outcomes of Library Programs
How Do We Convey the Importance of Public Libraries?
State Public Library Standards
Ratings and Awards
Quality of Life and Human Development
Notes
References
Chapter 5. "More and Better Libraries"
The Library in the Government
State Library Administrative Agencies and the Institute of Museum and Library Services
The Library Services and Technology Act
Evaluations
Advocacy and Federal Legislation
Funding the Public Library
Transforming the Perception of Libraries
Notes
References
How Libraries are Organized
The Library Board of Trustees
Trustee Organizations
The Library Director
The Library Staff
Friends of Libraries
Volunteers
Overarching Issues Relating to Staffing
Continuing Educastion and Staff Development
Recognizing Excellence in Staff and Trustee Development
Notes
References
Civic Memory and Identity
The Beginning of the Public Library Building
Funds for Public Library Construction: Priming the Pump with LSCA
Building Showcases
Branches
Resources on Building Design
Accessibility and Universal Design
Green and Sustainable Building
Disasters and Public Libraries
Conclusion
Notes
References
Chapter 8. Youth Services in Public Libraries
History
From Core Services to Civic Engagement and Innovation
Youth Media Book Awards
Key Books and Media Awards for Children and Young Adults in the United States
Programs and Initiatives
The Future of Youth Services: Challenges and Opportunities
Notes
References
Chapter 9. Reader and Adult Services
Inclusion and Accessibility
Reader Services
Adult Services During the Planning Era (1966–2015): Public Library Roles to Services Responses
The Public Library as the Help Desk and Facilitator of Community Engagement
Conclusion
Notes
References
Chapter 10. Collaboration and Consortia
Cooperating with Each Other: Consortia, State Libraries, and Cooperatives
Local History: Cooperating with the Community and with Other Libraries
Community Outreach: Cooperating with Other Groups
References
Chapter 11. Technology in Public Libraries
Information Technology in Public Libraries: A Brief History
Public Librarianship and Technology Skills
Information Technology in Public Libraries Today
Kinds of Technology
Connections: Library 2.0 and 3.0
Electronic Resources and Digital Libraries
Conclusion
Notes
References
Chapter 12. Global Perspectives on Public Libraries
History and Purpose of Public Libraries: A World View
Worldwide Snapshot
IFLA: A Global Voice for Public Libraries
Impact and Advocacy
Community Outreach and Services
The Road Ahead for Public Libraries Worldwide
References
Afterword
About the Authors and Contributors
Index
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