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Health Information Rx: Reference Tools for Health Questions
Last Modified: 21 March 2012
This curriculum on health reference tools covers both online and print resources for public library staff, as well as guidelines for working with library patrons and providing referrals.
My Experience as a Law Librarian
Last Modified: 21 March 2012
A former academic and public librarian offers some tips for legal research and suggests some favorite online legal resources.
Perceptions of Digital Reference
Last Modified: 21 March 2012
This paper describes the perceptions of librarians and patrons concerning virtual reference services, paying particular attention to chat reference services.
Subject Librarians in Digital Reference
Last Modified: 21 March 2012
A major change in reference services, especially a shift to providing digital reference to online users, has led many people to question the role of the librarian, including subject specific reference librarians.
Tackling Patrons' Legal Questions
Last Modified: 21 March 2012
Dealing with library patrons' legal questions can be challenging. Here are some tips and resources for helping you, and your patrons.
Widget What? Implementing Reliable Instant Messaging Reference
Last Modified: 21 March 2012
Want to implement instant messaging reference but don't know where to start? This presentation can help you compare and assess different IM and chat platforms so you can choose the one that best suits your library.