An in-depth understanding of the complexities, dynamics, and emerging trends in community college libraries today. Handbook for Community College Librarians covers all aspects of librarianship that apply to community colleges in a one-stop reference book. It provides information that enables the librarian to become more successful in the community college environment and reflects on its unique qualities, identifying the specific skills required and the differences from other library settings. The authors address instructional design and highlight the distinctions in the types of information literacy appropriate to the specialized curriculum and certification needs of a community college. Besides being an outstanding professional development tool, this handbook will also be useful to library and information science students studying service in community college libraries as a career option. * Provides insights from two librarians experienced in working in community college libraries who are networked across the country with seasoned community college librarian colleagues * Includes chapter summaries and real-world stories make the content useful and relevant as well as easy to use * Covers issues of paramount importance, including assessment, advocacy, and information literacy variations * Appropriate for existing community college librarians, directors, and paraprofessionals as a professional development resource as well as an orientation tool for new librarians moving into a community college assignment.
Handbook for Community College Librarians