The Neal-Schuman Library Technology Companion: A Basic Guide for Library Staff

by J. Burke

In its new fifth edition, which has been completely updated and reorganized, this one-stop overview of all technologies used in libraries today is more comprehensive and compelling than ever. The perfect primer for LIS students, Burke's guide should also be at the top of the list for any current or future library professional looking to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. It gives readers a sound and sensible way to consider, access, and use library technologies to better meet the needs of library users. Its incisive coverage includes complete analysis of the librarian's technological toolbox for teaching, security, databases, and more; expert advice on how to compare and evaluate competing technology solutions; mobile devices and technology, social media, streaming media, and privacy; makerspaces and other technology programing; updated content on open source catalog systems, discovery layers, and related elements of library management systems; a new section on learning management systems (LMS); websites, web-based services, and free information resources; improved guidance on usability; new technology predictions for the future, with tips on how to stay up to date with the latest developments; and a glossary of useful terms.Informed by a large-scale survey of librarians across the spectrum of institution types, this guide will be a true technology companion to novices and seasoned LIS professionals alike

Genres: Nonfiction

232 pages, ebook

Published February 19, 2016

Reviews

[Zee · Rating 3 out of 5]

This reads like a how to manual for an outdated operating system. Useful shit, but still seems like it would have to be published yearly to stay useful.

[Elizabeth]

School read

[Olivia · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this for school as a textbook. It was okay. Nothing that groundbreaking for people with library or tech experience, but a decent, basic introductory kind of read.

[Cecilia Rose · Rating 5 out of 5]

Concise and interesting at the same time. Likely to remain on my shelf for reference until the next edition is published.

[Cathlina Bergman]

Read 7 of 17 chapters for grad school class. Not bad.

[Breen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read the 6th edition. Published 2020. Schol textbook.

[Allie P · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a basic but solid textbook that offers sound strategies for strategic planning.