An Automation Primer for School Library Media Centers and Small Libraries

• Main Author: Schultz-Jones, Barbara (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Worthington, Ohio Linworth Publishing Company 2006; ©2006
• Subjects: School libraries > Automation; Instructional materials centers; Small libraries > Automation; School libraries > Information technology; Instructional materials centers > Information technology; Small libraries > Information technology; Integrated library systems (Computer systems)
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• Physical Description: 280 pages illustrations 28 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. 269-272) and index.
• ISBN: 9781586831806; 1586831801

This easy-to-read, thorough guide to library automation systems includes current information on the components of software and choices to make when automating a school library. This book includes information on the various stages of automation conversions and a project planning process guide to assist librarians in a variety of library settings to plan and implement their automation projects. It includes interviews, background information, vendor presentations, and the author's practical experience in implementing an integrated automation system. Also includes a glossary of terms and an index for ready access to information.