by:
Clyde, Laurel A.

Publisher:
Libraries Unlimited
Published:January 15, 2000
ISBN:1563087243
Format:Paperback
Pages:290

Description: From Booklist
Even the least technically developed library media centers are now being impacted by technology, leaving no doubt that InfoTech is a topic all media specialists must master to run an efficient library program in the new century. Rather than giving a basic introduction to information technology, this text provides school library media specialists, district or regional managers, and university students studying librarianship broad and helpful information on using and managing technology and tech services. Clyde defines IT and judiciously sets sharp parameters to cover the topic. Within clear limits, she then shares how technology can be effectively used for all media specialist responsibilities, including circulation, acquisition, collection assessment, budgeting, and security. Media specialists at any stage of technological expertise--from those just beginning to automate a single facility to those managing an extensive network of media centers--will find Clyde's ambitious work clear, authoritative, and ultimately invaluable. Roger Leslie
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Product Description:
Emphasizing technology usage in the areas of management, services, and curriculum, Clyde discusses issues such as budgeting, selecting software and hardware, and user education. This book addresses the full spectrum of technologies from automated library systems, LANs, and the Internet to CD-ROMs, curriculum software, word processing, desktop publishing, and database management.