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Lifelong Learning in Public Libraries: Principles, Programs, and People

AUTHOR Gilton, Donna; Gilton, Donna L.; Gilton, Donna L.
PUBLISHER Scarecrow Press (03/15/2012)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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This book demonstrates that public librarians can promote learning by combining the elements of Information Literacy Instruction (ILI) with traditional practices of public libraries. It not only provides background on ILI and current developments in public library instruction, it also examines educational theories and practices derived from a variety of fields and translates the theories and practices into a well-coordinated plan for libraries to follow. It encourages librarians to rethink practices to incorporate the principles of ILI and will enable public librarians to extend and enrich their instruction on information use.
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ISBN-13: 9780810883567
ISBN-10: 0810883562
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 252
Carton Quantity: 28
Product Dimensions: 5.90 x 0.80 x 9.00 inches
Weight: 0.85 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index
Country of Origin: US
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Language Arts & Disciplines | Library & Information Science - Administration & Management
Grade Level: Post Graduate and up
Dewey Decimal: 025.5
Library of Congress Control Number: 2011044181
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This book demonstrates that public librarians can promote learning by combining the elements of Information Literacy Instruction (ILI) with traditional practices of public libraries. It not only provides background on ILI and current developments in public library instruction, it also examines educational theories and practices derived from a variety of fields and translates the theories and practices into a well-coordinated plan for libraries to follow. It encourages librarians to rethink practices to incorporate the principles of ILI and will enable public librarians to extend and enrich their instruction on information use.
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