A History of ALA Policy on Intellectual Freedom

A History of ALA Policy on Intellectual Freedom
Author: Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF)
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2015-07-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838913253

Collecting several key documents and policy statements, this supplement to the ninth edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual traces a history of ALA’s commitment to fighting censorship. An introductory essay by Judith Krug and Candace Morgan, updated by OIF Director Barbara Jones, sketches out an overview of ALA policy on intellectual freedom. An important resource, this volume includes documents which discuss such foundational issues as The Library Bill of RightsProtecting the freedom to readALA’s Code of EthicsHow to respond to challenges and concerns about library resourcesMinors and internet activityMeeting rooms, bulletin boards, and exhibitsCopyrightPrivacy, including the retention of library usage records

Strategic Planning for Public Libraries

Strategic Planning for Public Libraries
Author: Joy L. Fuller
Publisher: Library Association Publishing (UK)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-09-06
Genre: Organizational change
ISBN: 9780838947753

Strategic Planning for Public Libraries is a complete planning toolkit. Each purchase comes with a downloadable supplemental folder full of reusable templates, worksheets, as well as real-life examples from other libraries to help guide the reader through the planning process. This book provides a framework that any library, whether it serves urban, suburban, or rural communities, can use as a basis for its strategic planning.

The Whole Library Handbook 5

The Whole Library Handbook 5
Author: George M. Eberhart
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 538
Release: 2013-04-23
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838910904

The Whole Library Handbook, now in its fifth edition, is an encyclopedia filled with facts, tips, lists, and resources essential for library professionals and information workers of all kinds, all carefully handpicked to reflect the most informative, practical, up-to-date, and entertaining examples of library literature. Organized in easy-to-find categories, this unique compendium covers all areas of librarianship from academic libraries to teen services, from cataloging to copyright, and from gaming to social media. Selections include Facts and figures on library workers Bookmobile guidelines 100 great libraries of the world Job search and recruitment techniques, and advice on how to deal with tough economic times Tips on writing articles and book reviews Fun with cataloging rules Famous librarians’ favorite books Covering a huge spectrum of librariana, this one-of-a-kind volume is both educational and entertaining.

Book Club Reboot

Book Club Reboot
Author: Sarah Ostman
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2019-03-25
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838918867

Is your book club feeling stale or uninspired? Has attendance dropped, or are you struggling to keep your patrons engaged? What you need is a reboot. This resource published in cooperation with ALA's Public Programs Office profiles dozens of successful book clubs across the country.

The Library Outreach Cookbook

The Library Outreach Cookbook
Author: Ryan L. Sittler
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2020
Genre: Electronic books
ISBN: 9780838948460

The Library Outreach Cookbook collects 110 recipes full of activities, strategies, plans, and tips designed for librarians of all stripes working within a variety of institutions, budgets, and needs.

Leadership

Leadership
Author: Ann M. Martin (School librarian)
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2019
Genre: Leadership
ISBN: 9780838919217

"Incorporating the scope of the AASL National Standards Integrated Frameworks into leadership is a mandate for successful school librarian leadership. The future relevance of school libraries is dependent on successful leadership based on the transformative nature of the AASL National Standards. This book will provide analysis, data, and self-assessment tools for the reader to utilize in practical ways to strengthen their leadership style and skills"--

AASL Standards Framework for Learners (10 Pack)

AASL Standards Framework for Learners (10 Pack)
Author: American Association of School Librarians
Publisher: STA - Standards ALA ALA Editions AASL
Total Pages: 8
Release: 2017-10-10
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780838916544

An advocacy brochure on library standards to be sold in packs of 12 for school librarians to hand out to teacher, principals, administrators. Content comes from AASL Standards publication.