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Academic libraries routinely struggle to afford access to expensive journals, and patrons may not be able to obtain every scholarly paper they need. Is Open Access (OA) the answer? In this ALA Editions Special Report, Crawford helps readers understand what OA is (and isn't), as he concisely * Analyzes the factors that brought us to the current state of breakdown, including the skyrocketing costs of science, technolgy, engineering, and medicine (STEM) journals; consolidation of publishers and diminishing price competition; and shrinking library budgets * Summarizes the benefits and drawbacks of different OA models, such as "Green," "Gold," "Gratis," "Libre," and various hybrid forms * Discusses ways to retain peer-review, and methods for managing the OA in the library, including making OA scholarly publishing available to teh general publicAddressing the subject from the library perspective while taking a realistic view of corporate interests, Crawford presents a coherent review of what Open Access is today and what it may become.

During these tough economic times, more people are relying on libraries than ever before, even as library funding is being slashed or eliminated altogether. The hard truth is that many seasoned librarians are losing their jobs, and many recent LIS graduates are having a hard time finding one. Being unemployed is potentially devastating; without a clear, well-thought out game plan and considerable attention to their own personal well-being, those affected may find it difficult to recover. In this ALA Editions Special Report, Woodward, a veteran librarian with decades of experience, helps at-risk librarians * Prepare for budget crunches by showing them how to develop versatile skills and plan ahead for potential changes in employment * Educate themselves about which library positions are being phased out and which will hold steady or expand * Adjust their career goals, repurpose their existing skills for non-traditional librarianship, and even search for work in non-library settingsThis Special Report provides the compassionate guidance and pragmatic support that librarians will need to survive possible career crises and reenter the job market with renewed confidence.

Change is inevitable and essential to any functioning institution. But change can be stressful,k especially when it upsets established routines and patterns. Library managers need to be able to lead staff through episodes of change while remaining empathetic, this book shows them how to * Engage library staff in the process and encourage their active participation * Navigate successfully through common types of change, such as space planning, departmental reorganization, and changes in work responsibilities * Draw on concepts from psychology, communication, empowerment, planning, and evaluation to minimize frictionMost workplace changes are not ends in themselves but part of a continuous process of transition. Peppered with short narratives that use real-life examples of change principles, this book helps managers reassure their staff that change can be an opportunity for reflection and personal growth.

Clearly explains the complexities of getting materials from outside the library for patrons. This collection presents a complete view of the interlibrary loan (ILL) process, with contributions from all areas of the technical services community.

Brings together 18 examples of successful outreach partnerships that children's librarians and administrators can adapt to their own situations. Contributors explain how they partnered with schools, community organizations, museums, businesses and other agencies to create novel experiences for children across the children's services spectrum.

Helping harried librarians handle increased demand, this book is a one-stop resource for all kinds of readers' advisory issues including: how to advise patrons on all kinds of media, from fiction and nonfiction to audiobooks and graphic novels; how to pro

Updated for 2010, this focuses on developing a collection with high-quality materials while saving time and money. The author addresses key collection development questions, including: What criteria are used to identify a core title? What is the process f

Including versions of traditional indexes, periodicals and scholarly journals, online statistical data sets, and websites maintained by a variety of institutions, associations, and advocacy groups, this title covers sociology and psychology reference options.

Focuses on print and electronic sources that are key to economics and business reference. Readers will find information on business law, electronic commerce, international business, management of information systems, market research, and much more.

Offers a solution for the concerns and uncertainty many librarians face when supporting this group of patrons and students. This book shows readers: the importance of moving beyond stereotypes and revamping library services; the value of street lit and social networking; and, how a library website can meet the information needs of teens.

Walks you through the process of overseeing the planning and construction of a building project. Containing helpful checklists and worksheets, this title includes: various references, standards, materials, and resources; tips for efficient HVAC systems and evolving rules for LEED certification; and, information on different technological issues.

How do you find good library shelvers and keep them for more than a few months? This book gives practical advice to help you do just that with a complete overview on how to hire, test, train, and retain shelvers.

Helps you build and manage your children's collection, strike a balance between award winners and classics, and arrange your space to best showcase and display books. This book also helps you review the basics of storytime, storytelling, and booktalking.

The task of moving collections of books and other materials can be overwhelming as library facilities evolve to reflect changing demographics and use patterns. This book teaches readers how to plan a library move, which method is best for a particular situation, how to recruit and train workers, and what tools and supplies are needed.

Suitable for libraries endeavoring to assist users entering or already involved in the small business community, this book helps you reach out to this group of patrons with programming ideas.

Shows how to increase the power of Library of Congress Subject Heading (LCSH) subdivisions to produce astonishing results from your searches. This title explains how, when used wisely, LCSH subdivisions can save time and provide a level of precision in information retrieval for patrons of the library.

Offers programming ideas for librarians who have bilingual patrons and wish to present reading programs for children for whom Spanish is the spoken language at home. This title includes fresh ideas and resources for implementing bilingual storytimes; and eight program plans with chapters specific to target audience.

Makes reading aloud to children and teens easy by selecting titles in interest topics and providing context to spotlight passages. This work features passages from 400 titles encompassing fiction and nonfiction; advice on how to prepare for a read-aloud; a subject index to make program planning easier; and, bibliographic information on titles.

Branding is one part of the marketing process that focuses on developing a laser-clear message and the means to communicate that message to the intended audience. But, as a library, where does branding fit? With branding scaled and tailored to the public library arena, this guide clarifies marketing and branding and explains where to start.

Story boxes offer a simple method for capturing ideas, talent, creativity, and resources available in your library. This title outlines the story box system for sharing an array of successful programs. It answers questions such as: What is a story box? What goes into a story box? How is one put together? And, who can contribute?

Offers guidance for librarians and staff doing readers' advisory and LIS students to become better acquainted with readers' advisory research. This book includes real-world examples of RA changes based on the results of research; and offers pointers for further research through reference lists at the end of the chapters.

The Information Commons (IC) strives to unite all the facts and figures of the world into a resource available to everyone. This work presents the ""how-to"" information necessary for institutions considering the development of an information commons. Offering advice on what works, it includes case studies from small and large academic libraries.

Seeks to bridge the gap between librarians and homeschoolers in two ways: who are homeschoolers and how can I help them practically? This book addresses the history and background of homeschooling as well as the needs and viewpoints of various homeschooling groups. It deals with building programs and services for the homeschooling population.