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In its new fifth edition, which has been completely updated and reorganized, this one-stop overview of all technologies used in libraries today is more comprehensive and compelling than ever. The perfect primer for LIS students, Burke's guide should also be at the top of the list for any current or future library professional looking to stay at the forefront of technological advancement. It gives readers a sound and sensible way to consider, access, and use library technologies to better meet the needs of library users. Its incisive coverage includescomplete analysis of the librarian's technological toolbox for teaching, security, databases, and more;expert advice on how to compare and evaluate competing technology solutions;mobile devices and technology, social media, streaming media, and privacy;makerspaces and other technology programing;updated content on open source catalog systems, discovery layers, and related elements of library management systems;a new section on learning management systems (LMS) ;websites, web-based services, and free information resources;improved guidance on usability;new technology predictions for the future, with tips on how to stay up to date with the latest developments; anda glossary of useful terms.



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John Burke

John Burke is the author of Imagine Heaven, No Perfect People Allowed, Soul Revolution, and Unshockable Love. The founder with his wife, Kathy, of Gateway Church in Austin, Texas, John is also the president of Gateway Leadership Initiative (GLI) , a nonprofit organization. As an international speaker, John has addressed hundreds of thousands of people in twenty countries on topics of leadership and spiritual growth. He and his family live in Austin, Texas.



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