The Information Professional's Guide to Career Development Online

by Nesbeitt, Sarah L.; Gordon, Rachel Singer

• ISBN13: 9781573871242
• ISBN10: 1573871249
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Information Today Inc
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Summary

This is the first book designed to meet the needs of Internet-connected librarians interested in using online tools to advance their careers. Includes practical advice on topics ranging from current awareness services and personal Web pages to distance education, electronic resumes, and online job searches. Up-and-coming librarians will learn how to research education opportunities, and experienced information professionals will learn new ways to network online. Supported by the Career Development Online Web Page.

Author Biography

Sarah L. Nesbeitt is Reference/Systems Librarian at Maxwell Library, Bridgewater State College, Mass Rachel Singer Gordon is Head of Computer Services at the Franklin Park Public Library, Ill.

Table of Contents

List of Figures	ix
Foreword	xiii
The Career Development Online Web Site	xv
Acknowledgments	xvii
Introduction	1	(6)
Part 1: Learning and Growing Online
Getting Connected	7	(14)
Librarianship Transformed	8	(1)
Connecting to the Internet	9	(8)
Learning More About the Internet	17	(4)
Networking Online	21	(30)
E-Mail	22	(19)
Forums	41	(4)
Chat	45	(6)
Current Awareness	51	(28)
How the Internet Has Changed Current Awareness	53	(3)
Purposes of Current Awareness Services in the Field	56	(1)
Types of Current Awareness Services	57	(11)
Handling Information Overload	68	(2)
Additional Sources for Current Awareness Information	70	(9)
Part 2: Professional Involvement
Professional Associations	79	(26)
Why Join an Association?	80	(2)
Professional Associations vs. Library Consortia	82	(2)
Exploring Professional Associations Using the Internet	84	(18)
Getting Involved in Person	102	(3)
Learning About and Participating in Conferences	105	(16)
Conferences Sponsored by Organizations	106	(1)
Conferences Sponsored by Publishers	107	(1)
Connecting with Vendors at Conferences	108	(2)
Conference Presentations and Poster Sessions	110	(3)
Best Online Conference Listings	113	(4)
Registering for Conferences and Housing Online	117	(3)
Print Journals and Journal Web Pages	120	(1)
Your Online Presence	121	(24)
Web Sites	122	(11)
Weblogs	133	(3)
E-Mail Discussion Lists and Newsletters	136	(6)
Promoting Your Online Resource	142	(3)
Professional Literature: Reading and Contributing Online	145	(34)
Locating Publishing Opportunities	148	(11)
Query Submission	159	(7)
Researching Your Topic Online	166	(5)
Additional Online Advantages	171	(4)
Reading Professional Literature Online	175	(4)
Part 3: Education
Education Decisions	179	(24)
Locating LIS Programs	180	(6)
The MLS Decision Process	186	(6)
Finding Continuing Education Opportunities	192	(3)
Acquiring Certification	195	(4)
Locating a Ph.D. Program	199	(4)
Distance Education	203	(32)
Why Online?	205	(2)
Formats and Requirements of Online Coursework	207	(5)
Earning an MLS Degree Online	212	(11)
Continuing Education Opportunities Online	223	(6)
Disadvantages of Online Coursework	229	(6)
Show Me the Money! Scholarships, Grants, and Awards	235	(18)
Scholarships	236	(7)
Grants	243	(5)
Awards	248	(5)
Part 4: Employment
Your Electronic Resume	253	(28)
Why Create an Electronic Resume?	255	(2)
Resume Formats	257	(15)
Posting Your Resume on the Web	272	(5)
When To Send Your Resume Electronically	277	(2)
Web Sites for Electronic Resume Help	279	(2)
Library Job Hunting Online	281	(30)
Pros and Cons of the Online Job Search	282	(5)
Online Job Listings for Librarians	287	(15)
Sources for Nontraditional Library Positions	302	(3)
The Application Process	305	(4)
Job-Hunting Advice and Interview Questions	309	(2)
Researching Employment Situations	311	(66)
Career Planning and Self-Assessment	311	(2)
Employer Background	313	(9)
Salary Information	322	(1)
Moving and Relocation	323	(1)
Summary	324	(9)
Conclusion--Putting It All Together	327	(6)
Part 5: Appendices
Appendix A---Professional Organizations and Conferences with an Online Presence	333	(12)
National Associations in the U.S.	333	(5)
National (English-Language) Associations Outside the U.S.	338	(1)
U.S. State and Regional Associations	338	(5)
Canadian Provincial and Regional Associations	343	(1)
International Associations	344	(1)
Appendix B---English-Language Library-Related Publishing Outlets with an Online Presence	345	(20)
Monographs	345	(3)
National and International Journals	348	(4)
Peer-Reviewed Journals (With a Print Counterpart)	352	(6)
Electronic Journals and Newsletters (General and Refereed)	358	(3)
Related Publications Outside the Library Field	361	(1)
Reviewing Opportunities	361	(2)
State/Local Journals	363	(2)
Appendix C---Recommended Reading	365	(12)
General Sources for Librarianship, Career Development, and the Internet	365	(2)
Chapters 1-3: Learning and Growing Online	367	(3)
Chapters 4-7: Professional Involvment	370	(2)
Chapters 8-10: Education	372	(2)
Chapters 11-13: Employment	374	(3)
About the Authors	377	(2)
Index	379