Author Description

Library Administration and Organization: Provide an overview of library administration and organization, covering topics such as library governance structures, administrative roles and responsibilities, strategic planning, and policy development. Collection Development and Management: Discuss strategies for collection development and management, including selection criteria, acquisitions processes, collection assessment, deselection (weeding), and the use of digital resources and databases. Information Services and User Engagement: Address the provision of information services and user engagement strategies in libraries, including reference services, information literacy instruction, reader advisory services, outreach programs, and community partnerships. Library Space Planning and Facilities Management: Cover library space planning and facilities management considerations, including building design, space utilization, furniture and equipment selection, safety and security measures, and the creation of welcoming and accessible library environments for patrons.