WHAT'S NEW ON THE L.I.S. SHELF?

by John C. Barrett

• VIDEO, CD-ROM & THE WEB: MOTION MEDIA & THE LIBRARY OF THE FUTURE. ALA Video/Library Network, 1997.
  This video features several prominent panelists discussing the future of motion media in the library. The issues discussed include planning, the future of VHS videocassettes, continuing education, bandwidth, and the role of librarians.
  LIS-VC 004.5/V652
• COMMUNITY NETWORKS: LESSONS FROM BLACKSBURG, VIRGINIA. Edited by Andrew Michael Cohill and Andrea L. Kavanaugh. Artech House, 1997.
  This case study looks at the process of developing an electronic village from the initial concept, the design, implementation, the user's perception, and the evaluation of the implementation.
  LIS 004.67/C734
• NETSEARCH: FINDING INFORMATION ONLINE. Daniel J. Barrett. Songline Studios and O'Reilly Associates, 1997.
  Learn successful search techniques that work with any Internet search programs by using your instincts to track down what you need.
• DIGITAL LITERACY. Paul Glister. Wiley, 1997.
  The author outlines a set of core competencies for information literacy, including the critical evaluation of information, the development of searching and questioning skills, and the ability to combine and assemble information from diverse sources.
  LIS 004.67/I61gi
• NATIONAL ISSUES, LOCAL DECISIONS: LIBRARIES, THE INTERNET, AND THE FIRST AMENDMENT. Produced by the Urban Libraries Council and College of DuPage, 1997.
  A video teleconference that provides clear options to help librarians and library decision makers formulate and implement policy at the local level.
  LIS-VC 004.67/I61na
• DANCING WITH CHANGE: A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE - CHALLENGES TO LIBRARIES. College of DuPage, 1997.
  Libraries today must maintain electronic links to global resources. Readers have more sophisticated needs and are asking for more materials with global content. For libraries a global role is real, challenging, and full of promise.
  LIS-VC 020.7/D173/Pt.1
• SOARING TO EXCELLENCE: HOW MAY I HELP YOU? College of DuPage, 1997.
  Build improved customer service for library patrons and your staff. This video teleconference suggests new strategies for dealing with conflict resolution.
  LIS-VC 020.7/S676/No.1
• SOARING TO EXCELLENCE: THE INTERNET - SITES FOR YOUR WORKDAY, SITES FOR YOU. College of DuPage, 1998.
  This video teleconference focuses on helpful hints, practical hands-on advice and places to visit on the Internet. Discover sites to help you in your job.
  LIS-VC 020.7/S676/No.2
• VOLUNTEERS: WE COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT THEM! ALA Video/Library Video Network, 1997.
  This video offers guidelines for putting together a successful volunteer program in any library. It serves as an excellent introduction for public library directors and trustees.
  LIS-VC 021.7/V943
• LIBRARY PUBLIC RELATIONS, PROMOTIONS, AND COMMUNICATIONS: A HOW-TO-DO-IT MANUAL. Lisa A. Wolfe. Neal-Schuman, 1997.
  Develop a top-notch public relations program for your library using this manual. The author discusses the basic elements of PR: planning, staffing, and funding.
  LIS 021.7/W855
• THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR LIBRARY PERSONNEL. Carol F. Goodson. Neal-Schuman, 1997.
  Over 100 pages of detailed performance models for professional and paraprofessional staff. The author reviews the practical, ethical, and legal motivations for effective evaluation systems.
  LIS 023.9/G655
• OUTSOURCING LIBRARY TECHNICAL SERVICES OPERATIONS: PRACTICES IN ACADEMIC, PUBLIC, AND SPECIAL LIBRARIES. Edited by Karen A. Wilson and Marylou Colver. ALA, 1997.
  Librarians can sample outsourcing practices before making a commitment or a costly mistake. Before signing a contract, library administrators need to know the impact of outsourcing on in-house staff, productivity, and quality. Examine the objectives, effectiveness, operational success, problems, and outcomes from the experience from experts.
  LIS 025.02/A512
• THE CYBRARIANS'S MANUAL. Edited by Pat Ensor. ALA, 1997.
  Here's a manual for navigating library services in the 21st century. This book is geared to both beginners and advanced users. It provides useful tips, resources and ideas.
  LIS 025.04/A512
• AUTOMATING MEDIA CENTERS AND SMALL LIBRARIES: A MICROCOMPUTER-BASED APPROACH. Dania Bilal Maghabghab. Libraries Unlimited, 1997.
  Selecting a microcomputer-based automation system should be based on preliminary screening and preview of existing automation software, needs assessment, a choice of an operating system, platform, and budgeting. This is a useful manual for anyone embarking on such a project.
  LIS 025.078/M497
• THE BIBLIOGRAPHIC RECORD AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY. Ronald Hagler. 3rd ed. ALA, 1997.
  A conceptual treatment of current bibliographic practice in the context of its principles and history.
  LIS 025.3/H145b THE REFERENCE INTERVIEW AS A CREATIVE ART. Elaine Z. and Edward J. Jennerich. 2nd ed. Libraries Unlimited, 1997. This new edition includes chapters on helping patrons with technology, dealing with frustrated and angry patrons, and serving young and senior adults.
  LIS 025.52/J54/1997
• READERS' ADVISORY SERVICE IN THE PUBLIC LIBRARY. Joyce G. Saricks and Nancy Brown. 2nd ed. ALA, 1997.
  Provides the fundamental tools to create, implement, and continually improve patron-oriented service for readers of adult fiction. Learn how to connect directly with customers and find out what they really want.
  LIS 025.52/S345/1997
• DISASTER RESPONSE AND PLANNING FOR LIBRARIES. Miriam B. Kahn. ALA, 1998.
  Provides practical guidelines for response, recovery, prevention and planning to increase your library's chances of surviving a disaster and to decrease the impact afterward.
  LIS 025.8/K12
• PROMOTING PRESERVATION AWARENESS IN LIBRARIES: A SOURCEBOOK FOR ACADEMIC, PUBLIC, SCHOOL AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS. Edited by Jeanne M. Drewes and Julie A. Page. Greenwood Press, 1997.
  Gives library staff a solid approach for designing, implementing, and evaluating preservation programs. Includes numerous case studies representing the spectrum of library/archive environments. Explore how to raise preservation consciousness in your community.
  LIS 025.8/P965
• LEADING KIDS TO BOOKS WITH CAROLINE FELLER BAUER. ALA Video/Library Video Network, 1997.
  This video shows easy tricks and techniques for developing children's interest in books through programming.
  LIS-VC 027.625/A512b
• BORN TO READ. HOW TO NURTURE A BABY'S LOVE OF LEARNING: A PLANNER'S MANUAL. Rev. ed. ALSC/ALA, 1997.
  Libraries play an important role in producing a healthy, literate community. Learn how to build partnerships with health care providers to reach out to new and expectant "at-risk" parents with a successful program to help them raise children with healthy bodies and minds.
  LIS-VC 027.625/A512bo
• COUNT ON READING: TIPS FOR PLANNING READING MOTIVATION PROGRAMS. Compiled and edited by Susan D. Ballard. AASL, 1997.
  Susan Ballard, the director of Library, Media and Technology Services for the Londonderry (N.H.) School District, is a member of the AASL Count on Reading Task Force. This handbook offers assistance and advice in the planning and implementation of reading programs in schools, libraries, and youth-serving organizations.
  LIS 027.625/A512c
• THE PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION ETHICS. Richard J. Severson. M.E. Sharpe, 1997.
  The right course of action is not always obvious in the computer age. The author compares examples from recent legal cases against four simple principles. This book is useful for developing library policies.
  LIS 174/S498
• THE EMPLOYEE'S GUIDE TO SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE: THE SECRET TO REPEAT BUSINESS AND CUSTOMER LOYALTY. Pro Video & Film Productions, 1995.
  This video captures the importance of being earnest when cultivating productive customer relations.
  LIS-VC 658.812/E55