FINAL PROJECT

The following is a link to an instrumental document regarding the basics of public libraries. Though there is a brief introduction to other types of libraries (academic and school) the main focus of use is for the general public library patron. The function of library catalogs and how to do a basic search for library items in various forms is covered. A brief introduction to call numbers is also mentioned.

The back side, middle column of the brochure is designated for a listing of sources that were used to help create this document.

Again, this document is a general tool for the basics of the library. Thank you.

http://lib.lbcc.edu/laney/lib204/lucero.pdf

One thing (oops) a small sentence was cut off the left-back side column regarding the general rules when searching the web for online resources. Here is what it should read like: "

Is the source up to date? A source may seem great, but if it was written during a different era, it might not be very useful for today (unless it is a factual historical document)."

Blog#9

Oh no! Our last blog!

I honestly don't think I will continue to blog (at least not on this Blog....lol). I would like to keep this blog set up for school work/postings, but perhaps I will venture to some other form of posting my thoughts - don't know where, but will find something. I wouldn't say I've hated Blogging, but I did just want to keep things posted school oriented. In the past I have not really like posting my view points on issues to the public, but have learned to be a little less harsh on myself and ideals and don't mind scrutiny (though I never really was judged based on my comments...except for my graded assignments- lol).

As for the future of referennce services - they will constantly increase in need and technology. I agree with this week's readings that there will always be a need for reference services dispite their individual forms. I envision over the next 10 years, that in the world of libraries, there will be an increase in users and a higher need for reference sources. Kids at even young ages will be turnign to web for reference sources. Other patron's needs will need to be met via the web, but the need for libraries in general will go hand in hand with its users, whether they be young children, students, seniors, or just the avid reader.

My hope is that I will have a place in children's services among the future of libraries, I also hope to exceed library user's needs in now and in the future.