The enduring library : technology, tradition, and the quest for balance / Michael Gorman.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gorman, Michael, 1941-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Libraries and society.

Libraries--Aims and objectives.

Libraries.

Libraries--Automation.

Library science--Technological innovations.

Library science.

Library science--Forecasting.

Librarians--Professional ethics.

Librarians.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (173 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chicago : American Library Association, 2003.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Librarians are experts at selecting, evaluating, and disseminating the best content in the most appropriate format to meet the needs of library users. And, new technologies can be invaluable tools in these efforts. Taking advantage of these technologies does not, however, change the fundamental mission of libraries everywhere. In this thought-provoking work, one of the library world's leading thinkers discusses the transformative effect communications technology has had on information delivery from past to present to future. By tracing the transformations, Gorman writes a roadmap for achieving balance between the tradition of library service and ever-changing technology. Exploring both opportunities and perils, Gorman points the way to: Integrating technology into long- and short-term goals Rethinking reference work, to direct users to the highest quality sources available Revamping cataloging through technology to improve user access Reinvigorating the library's role in promoting literacy Relieving techno-stress to achieve peace of mind, harmony, and stabilityFor those willing to accept the challenges and opportunities that present themselves to librarians all around the world, this manifesto will help you strike a balance between the ideas of technology dominance and the tradition preservation.

Contents:

The way we live now : libraries today

Communications technology, 1875 to now

Communications technology and libraries today

Reading in a digital world

The nature of the web

Reference work in technologically advanced libraries

Cataloguing in the twenty-first century

Challenges of the future

The future of libraries : a research agenda

Information overload and stress : the ailments of modern living

Seeking harmony and balance.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

0-8389-9963-8

OCLC:

52729915