Guide to the Study and Use of Reference Books (Classic Reprint): A Manual for Librarians, Teachers and Students: A Manual for Librarians, Teachers and Students (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Kroeger, Alice Bertha

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1331698200 ISBN 13: 9781331698203

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

Inhaltsangabe

Master the essentials of reference books for smarter library use.

This practical guide is designed to help library assistants, students, teachers, and library users quickly identify and apply the best reference works. It explains how to select, use, and balance reference books to support learning and research.

Readers will find guidance on evaluating editions, budgeting for new titles, and tailoring a reference collection to different library and classroom needs. The approach emphasizes practical, earned recommendations over theory.

• Understand the key types of reference books, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, gazetteers, and subject cyclopedias.
• Learn how to plan for libraries of varying sizes and for classroom use, ensuring easy public access.
• Get practical advice on evaluating editions, updates, and pricing to keep collections current and affordable.
• Discover strategies for organizing and using reference materials effectively in daily work and study.

Ideal for readers building or managing reference collections in libraries or classrooms.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Forgotten Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 1331698200
• ISBN 13: 9781331698203
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 116
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