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Overview: Designed to complement every introductory library reference course, this is the perfect text for students and librarians looking to expand their personal reference knowledge, teaching failsafe methods for identifying important materials by matching specific types of questions to the best available sources, regardless of format. Guided by a national advisory board of educators and practitioners including Eileen Abels, Anita Ondrusek, Marie L. Radford, and Steven Tash, this text expertly keeps up with new technologies and practices while remaining grounded in the basics of reference work. Chapters on fundamental concepts, major reference sources, and special topics in reference provide a solid foundation, plus fresh insight on new issues, including New chapters on ethics, readers’ advisory, and reference services for children and young adults Website development and maintenance RSS feeds Social networking Delivering reference services across multiple platformsAs librarians experience a changing climate for all information services professionals, Cassell and Hiremath provide the tools needed to manage the ebb and flow of changing reference services in the 21st century. Check out the companion websiteTable of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments Part I: Fundamental Concepts1 Introduction to Reference and Information Services Ethics Kinds of Information Service Selecting and Evaluating Print and Electronic Resources Creating Finding Tools and Websites Promotion and Marketing Evaluating Staff and Services The Changing Nature of Reference Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 2 Determining the Question: In-Person, Telephone, and Virtual Reference Interviews Why Do the Reference Interview? What We Know About the Reference Interview Conducting the Reference Interview Problematic Strategies in the Reference Interview The Telephone Interview Answering Questions Virtually RUSA Guidelines—an Integrated Approach Cultural Differences Improving our Skills A Look Ahead Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 3 Finding the Answer: Basic Search Techniques Tools of the Answering Trade Types of AnswersCommon Pitfalls in Reference Answering Raison d’être: Finding the Answers Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited Part II Introduction to Major Reference Sources4 Answering Questions about Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Libraries and Publishing, and Bibliographic Networks—Bibliographic Resources Overview Major Bibliographic Resources Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Recommended Resources Discussed in This Chapter Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 5 Answering Questions about Anything and Everything—Encyclopedias Overview Major Encyclopedic Resources Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Recommended Resources Discussed in This Chapter Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 6 Answering Questions That Require Handy Facts—Ready Reference Sources Overview Major Ready Reference Resources Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Recommended Resources Discussed in This Chapter Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 7 Answering Questions about Words—Dictionaries, Concordances, and Manuals Overview Major Dictionaries Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Final Thoughts Recommended Resources Discussed in This Chapter Recommendations for Further ReadingBibliography and Works Cited8 Answering Questions about Events and Issues, Past and Present—Databases (and Indexes)Overview Major Databases Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Final Thoughts Recommended Resources Discussed in This Chapter Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 9 Answering Questions about Health, Law, and Business—Special Guidelines and Sources Overview Major Health Resources Used in Reference Work Major Legal Resources Used in Reference Work Major Business Resources Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Recommended Resources Discussed in This Chapter Recommendations for Further Reading Bibliography and Works Cited 10 Answering Questions about Geography, Countries, and Travel—Atlases, Gazetteers, Maps, Geographic Information Systems, and Travel Guides Overview Major Geographic Information Resources Used in Reference Work Collection Development and Maintenance Further Considerations Re...

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Pages 378
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Published July 18, 2006
ISBN 286687
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Sandra Anderson
Sandra Anderson September 08, 2025
A very strong entry. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. Quite impressive overall.
Michelle Nelson
Michelle Nelson January 02, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. I adored how the story unfolded. It kept me captivated without sacrificing elegance. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Eric Nelson
Eric Nelson October 22, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. Worth every moment spent reading.
Nancy Scott
Nancy Scott June 21, 2024
Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An effortless 5 stars.
Gary Jones
Gary Jones November 13, 2024
Such a rich narrative. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
Cynthia Hernandez
Cynthia Hernandez July 10, 2024
Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. A true literary gem.
Nicholas Anderson
Nicholas Anderson September 10, 2025
Not entirely to my refined tastes. Certain acts were fascinating, while others felt like a slight endeavor to complete. Suitable if your reading queue is empty.
Joshua Scott
Joshua Scott February 14, 2024
A very strong entry. The middle had a deliberate pace, but the climax was phenomenal. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers.
Kimberly Campbell
Kimberly Campbell July 06, 2024
Masterpiece from start to finish. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. Worth every moment spent reading.
Robert Smith
Robert Smith July 29, 2025
A profoundly satisfying read. I became deeply invested in the protagonist's journey. A masterclass in storytelling. I am now a lifelong fan of this author.
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