{"product_id":"9798765156254","title":"Working with Library Collections: An Introduction to Technical Servicesfor Support Staff","description":"Author: Keeler, Hali R.\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9798765156254\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Bloomsbury\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 27 Nov 2025\u003cbr\u003ePages: 208 Format: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLibrary support staff who work with collections assist with the processes that put library materials on the shelf or online; this work requires knowledge and understanding of publishers, vendors, collection care, and item preparation. This\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eis a text for library support staff programs and an introductory reference manual for support staff who work in libraries. \u003cbr\u003eThis book will prepare support staff to-\u003cbr\u003ee  Know how to use an integrated library system and other appropriate online tools.\u003cbr\u003ee  Know the basic principles of collection development and management.\u003cbr\u003ee  Assist with decisions regarding selection, de-selection, retention, and replacement of all types of library resources.\u003cbr\u003ee  Apply the appropriate procedures to the processes that provide users with access to a wide variety of content.\u003cbr\u003ee  Know the ways in which content, in multiple formats, is produced and distributed to libraries.\u003cbr\u003ee  Understand the value of resource sharing agreements and apply them to collection decisions.\u003cbr\u003ee  Know and use the recognized standard evaluative sources to assist with collection development.\u003cbr\u003ee  Know the principles and practices of cataloging materials.\u003cbr\u003ee  Know the principles and practices regarding the preservation of library resources.\u003cbr\u003ee  Apply appropriate methods and techniques to preparing library resources.\u003cbr\u003ee  Explain and apply policies regarding library collections.\u003cbr\u003eThe Library Support Staff series is aimed for staff that work in libraries and want to enhance their skills; college professors who teach library support staff instruction; and\/or students who seek academic credit. Each book in the series addresses a specific course in an academic curriculum for library support staff. Content of each book in the series is aligned with American Library Association competencies for accredited programs and learning for library support staff (ALA-LSSC). The text is written in clear language with practical examples of how performance can contribute to exemplary library service.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655903989918,"sku":"UBD-9798765156254","price":54.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9798765156254.jpg?v=1774836800","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9798765156254","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}