LIS

Facet Publishing announces the publication of Visual Research Methods: An Introduction for Library and Information Studies, edited by Shailoo Bedi and Jenaya Webb

Facet Publishing have announced the publication of Managing Digital Cultural Objects: Analysis, discovery and retrieval edited by Allen Foster and Pauline Rafferty both at Aberystwyth University.

The book explores the analysis and interpretation, discovery and retrieval of a variety of non-textual objects, including image, music and moving image.

The new Facet catalogue is out now and available to download here: http://bit.ly/1NLky5F. The catalogue contains details about all new Facet books publishing in the first half of 2016 including the following highlights:

Facet Publishing have announced the release of the fourth edition of Richard Rubin’s classic LIS textbook.

Foundations of Library and Information Science offers a firm underpinning of knowledge and guidance for LIS students and professionals alike. It will prepare LIS students and professionals to cope with and effectively manage their many complex responsibilities by:

• providing an introduction to the LIS field
• identifying and discussing the current major topics and issues in LIS that will continue to affect the profession for years to come

Facet Publishing have announced the release of Library Management in Disruptive Times: Skills and knowledge for an uncertain future.

Library Management in Disruptive Times examines the effects of disruptive change on libraries, library management and library managers and identifies the key skills and attitudes needed by the library leaders of today and tomorrow.

Facet Publishing have announced the release of the second edition of Information 2.0 by Martin De Saulles.

Facet Publishing have announced the release of Cultural Heritage Information: Access and management, the first book in the new iResearch series.

Facet Publishing have announced the release of Library and Information Science: A guide to key literature and sources (www.facetpublishing.co.uk/title.php?id=0020).

In this unique annotated bibliography, author Michael Bemis does not just compile a simple list of sources, he digs deeper, examining the strengths and weaknesses of key works and covers recent books, monographs, periodicals and websites, and selected works of historical importance.

A boon to researchers and practitioners alike, this bibliography:

For Immediate Release
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Information Today, Inc.
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From Graduation to Retirement, This Book by the Authors of a Popular Library Career Site Helps Librarians Plan for, Navigate, and Cultivate Rewarding Careers

September 24, 2013, Medford, New Jersey—Information Today, Inc. (ITI) announced the publication, in print and ebook editions, of Career Q&A: A Librarian’s Real-Life, Practical Guide to Managing a Successful Career by Susanne Markgren and Tiffany Eatman Allen.

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