UPC: 9781555706906 | Foundations of Library and Information Science (Edition 3) (Paperback)

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To meet the evolving needs of a dynamic profession the new edition of Richard Rubin s best-selling text has been streamlined using feedback from faculty students and an outstanding Editorial Board: Kendra Albright SLIS University of South Carolina; Joseph Janes Th e Information School University of Washington; Michele V. Cloonan GSLIS Simmons College; and Michael Stephens GSLIS Dominican University. Featured Review …an exhaustive in-depth reference and resource for library and information science professionals….A top-notch curriculum or self-study aid for anyone interested in any of a wide variety of information science professions Foundations of Library and Information Science is especially recommended for college library collections. Midwest Book Review July 2010 Read More…. Rubin observes in his preface Our profession demands constant growth continuous learning and very open minds. Accordingly this meticulous revision of his landmark text includes a completely fresh discussion of the most current issues and key technological developments in the field. Rubin explores the ever-growing impact of the World Wide Web the impact of blogs wikis and social networks on services electronic publication including e-books digital libraries digital preservation mass digitization and digital repositories and Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records (FRBR). His unique insights into these technologies and their impact on library services policies and legal standards–are all part of why this book forms the essential foundation one needs to succeed as an information professional. Rubin integrates contemporary coverage with a detailed and accessible account of the fundamental principles of information science and technology information policy intellectual organization and ethical issues and principles across all types of libraries: public academic school and special. Instructors: Interested in adopting this textbook? Neal-Schuman Publishers is happy to tell you more about the book or arrange an exam copy. E-mail textbook.consultant@neal-schuman.com for more information.