Paul O Jenkins, The College of Mount St. Joseph, USA
…a very accessable read for anyone new to academic librarianship.
The Higher Eduction Academy
…can provide some insight for the seasoned professional and will be of greatest use to students and those just embarking on a career in a college or university library.
American Library Association
- an examination of the faculty psyche
- strategies for sharing collection development duties with faculty
- strategies for successful information literacy collaboration with faculty
- transcripts of interviews conducted with faculty on pertinent issues
Faculty-Librarian Relationships illustrates how academic librarians can enjoy a healthy working partnership with the faculty they serve. Though geared towards those new to the profession, the book is aimed at librarians interested in learning more about this often-complex relationship. Helpful strategies are provided for librarians working with faculty in the areas of collection development and information literacy. The book includes a number of interviews conducted with faculty members so librarians have examples of thoughts, concerns and suggestions regarding libraries and librarians.
Readership: Librarians and other information professionals who work together in higher education with faculty.
ISBN 1 84334 116 6
ISBN-13: 978 1 84334 116 1
May 2005
196 pages 234 x 156mm paperback