Practical Data Science for Information Professionals provides an accessible introduction to a potentially complex field, providing readers with an overview of data science and a framework for its application. It provides detailed examples and analysis on real data sets to explore the basics of the subject in three principle areas: clustering and social network analysis; predictions and forecasts; and text analysis and mining.
As well as highlighting a wealth of user-friendly data science tools, the book also includes some example code in two of the most popular programming languages (R and Python) to demonstrate the ease with which the information professional can move beyond the graphical user interface and achieve significant analysis with just a few lines of code.
After reading, readers will understand:
· the growing importance of data science
· the role of the information professional in data science
· some of the most important tools and methods that information professionals can use.
Bringing together the growing importance of data science and the increasing role of information professionals in the management and use of data, Practical Data Science for Information Professionals will provide a practical introduction to the topic specifically designed for the information community. It will appeal to librarians and information professionals all around the world, from large academic libraries to small research libraries. By focusing on the application of open source software, it aims to reduce barriers for readers to use the lessons learned within.
Автор: Gasaway Laura N. Название: Copyright Questions and Answers for Information Professionals: From the Columns of Against the Grain ISBN: 1557536392 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781557536396 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 27720.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Copyright law is a critical issue for authors, librarians, publishers, and information vendors. It is also a complex area, with many shades of gray. This book presents updated versions of the author`s copyright columns published in Against the Grain, the leading US journal in acquisitions librarianship since the late 1990s.
Автор: Weiss, Andrew Название: Big data shocks ISBN: 1538103230 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781538103234 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 60550.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Big Data Shocks examines the roots of big data, the current climate and rising stars in this world. The book explores the issues raised by big data and discusses theoretical as well as practical approaches to managing information whose scope exists beyond the human scale.
Автор: Pennington, Diane Rasmussen Название: Mastering Data and Databases for Information Professionals ISBN: 178330118X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781783301188 Издательство: Facet Рейтинг: Цена: 168890.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: This textbook, the first in the Computing for Information Professionals series provides a hands-on and appropriately technical introduction to data and databases for information professionals and students of library and information science.
Автор: Antony Brewerton, Sheila Corrall Название: New Professional`s Handbook: Your Guide to Information Services Management ISBN: 1856043118 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781856043113 Издательство: Facet Рейтинг: Цена: 77430.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Designed for newly-qualified professional librarians, this book provides a self-directed learning programme covering management concepts, tools and techniques at both operational and strategic levels. It can be used as a one-stop reference or at monthly sessions with a supervisor or mentor.
Автор: Burkhardt, Joanna M. Название: Media smart ISBN: 1783305088 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781783305087 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 56150.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The most important thing today`s students can learn is how to find and evaluate information. This book provides in-depth discussion of aspects of media literacy and how they can be used to manipulate information. Classroom exercises are provided to help instructors teach vital media literacy skills to their students.
Автор: Pedley, Paul Название: Copyright for Library and Information Service Professionals ISBN: 0851424325 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780851424323 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 25510.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Butler Rebecca P. Название: Copyright for Academic Librarians and Professionals ISBN: 0838912141 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780838912140 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 90550.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: In her new book, seasoned copyright expert Butler turns her attention to one of the complex arenas in the world of copyright and intellectual freedom: the unique environment of higher education. This practical handbook will show students training to become college and university librarians how to make informed decisions regarding the use and availability of print, non-print, and online resources. Based on Butler’s 17 years of experience conducting copyright workshops and courses, her book matches real-world scenarios with interpretations of the law from copyright experts in the field to provide a thorough understanding of current, everyday applications of copyright law in higher education.Beginning with a solid grounding in the underlying principles of copyright law, such as fair use, public domain, permissions, plagiarism, documentation and licenses, Creative Commons, Open Source (OS), and Open Access (OS), Butler moves on to specific applications of copyright law, including: Internet resources such as blogs/vlogs, podcasts, wikis, social networking tools, and moreDVDs, television, and streaming and on-demand videoComputer and gaming software, handheld applications, and mobile technologiesCDs, music, and audioMultimedia and print worksButler explains fair use, public domain, documentation and licenses, permissions, creation and ownership, violations and penalties, international copyright law, and avoiding copyright problems as they relate to each of these formats. A separate chapter covers the use of each format in distance learning, as well as how the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and the Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization (TEACH) Act relate to and affect the many aspects of distance education.A clear and comprehensive textbook for copyright courses, this book features figures and decision flowcharts throughout that make the concepts presented easy to follow and understand. Appendices feature pertinent sections of U.S. copyright law and a helpful glossary of terms.
Автор: Givens Cherie L. Название: Information Privacy Fundamentals for Librarians and Information Professionals ISBN: 1442228814 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781442228818 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 73210.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book introduces library and information professionals to information privacy, provides an overview of information privacy in the library and information science context, U.S. privacy laws by sector, information privacy policy, and key considerations when planning and creating a privacy program.
Автор: Givens Cherie L. Название: Information Privacy Fundamentals for Librarians and Information Professionals ISBN: 1442242116 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781442242111 Издательство: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Рейтинг: Цена: 129530.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book introduces library and information professionals to information privacy, provides an overview of information privacy in the library and information science context, U.S. privacy laws by sector, information privacy policy, and key considerations when planning and creating a privacy program.
Автор: Margot Note Название: Project management for information professionals ISBN: 0081001274 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780081001271 Издательство: Elsevier Science Рейтинг: Цена: 61750.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание:
Aimed at practitioners, this handbook imparts guidance on project management techniques in the cultural heritage sector. Information professionals often direct complex endeavors with limited project management training or resources. Project Management for Information Professionals demystifies the tools and processes essential to successful project management and advises on how to manage the interpersonal dynamics and organizational culture that influence the effectiveness of these methods. With this book, readers will gain the knowledge to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects.
offers guidance based on real-world experience
prepares readers without prior project management knowledge or experience
provides lean, easy-to-read, and jargon-free instructions
aimed at information professionals working in libraries, archives, museums
Автор: Lowe-Wincentsen Dawn Название: Beyond Mentoring ISBN: 0081012942 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780081012949 Издательство: Elsevier Science Рейтинг: Цена: 61750.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание:
Beyond Mentoring: A Guide for Librarians and Information Professionals looks at mentorship, mentorship programs, what works, what doesn't, and different techniques, such as group and peer mentoring. The book considers many aspects of mentoring, various programs, and their successes and failures, going beyond the usual types of mentoring by looking at newer models.
An example of the cohort model from the American Library Association Emerging Leader model is included as a case study. In addition, another case study on the Sunshine State leadership Institute provides a toolkit for building your own program.
The final section of the book offers perspectives and tools that people can use in designing their own programs.
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