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Fundamentals of Reference

Fundamentals of Reference

Paperback

Series: Fundamentals

General ReferenceGeneral Education

ISBN10: 0838910874
ISBN13: 9780838910870
Publisher: Amer Lib Assn
Published: May 31 2012
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The all-in-one Reference reference you've been waiting for, this invaluable book offers a concise introduction to reference sources and services for a variety of readers, from library staff members who are asked to work in the reference department to managers and others who wish to familiarize themselves with this important area of librarianship. Written in an accessible style and designed for everyday use, it presents an overview of the basic tools and techniques of reference work, including - Reference Services, a section addressing such important topics as telephone reference, the reference interview, and electronic reference - Reference Sources, chapters which focus on types of reference tools, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, directories, handbooks, and almanacs - Appendixes with key documents prepared by the Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) and an annotated bibliography An excellent training tool for both new and experienced staff, Fundamentals of Reference will quickly become your fundamental reference!

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