FRONT AND BACK MATTERS OF THE BOOK

Abstract.

Library automation is the application of computers whether in any of the stages to perform any of the analogy library house keeping
on activities such as; acquisition, reference, cataloging in technical areas and even barcoding.
Automation is too used to allow users and personnels save time as compared to old ways of performing duties in the library.
In India this library automation was slow and got momentum in the 1980s. Technical institutions and research were the forerunners
thereafter the academic libraries followed. Users started becoming familiar with the system as far as library automation is concerned.
As libraries become automated, librarians will have to face the challenges in their daily duties.However, computers have now replaced
paper and cardboard as the technology of choice in our libraries. The more they are found available in the machine readable, the more
the scope to use information technology to assist in excepting, reading, copying and even editing various materials in a way of
classification.

Therefore, this book is designed to equip information professionals with basic knowledge about library automation. It gives
explanations on effective processing of library materials. Give a know-how on library automation in acquisition, online cataloging,
user education in automation, effects of automation in management and it also talks about issues and prospects of library automation.

Acknowledgement.

I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to all those who have supported and encouraged me throughout the
journey of writing this book.
First and foremost, I want to thank my family for their unwavering love and encouragement. Their constant support has been the pillar of
strength that kept me going during the challenging times of writing.

I am deeply indebted to my supervisor, Madam Esther Muria], whose guidance and expertise have been invaluable in shaping this work. Her
insightful feedback and encouragement has played a pivotal role in refining my ideas and ensuring the quality of this manuscript.

I am also grateful to my colleagues and friends for their encouragement and support throughout this process. Their words of encouragement
and constructive criticism have been immensely helpful in improving the content and structure of this book.Last but not least, I would like to
extend my heartfelt appreciation to all the participants who generously shared their experiences and insights, making this book possible.

Thank you all for believing in me and being part of this incredible journey.

Regards

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Dedication

I would like to dedicate this book to my beloved parents Mr. And Mrs Hezron Nyamweno, my great learned friend Mr. Conrad Mochache and all
information scientist both current and future
BACK MATTERS OF A BOOK. BIBLIOGRAPHY LIST.

1. **Foundational Works on Library Automation**:

- Luhn, Hans Peter. "A Business Intelligence System." IBM Journal of Research and Development 2, no. 4 (1958): 314-319.

- Lancaster, Frederick W. "The Measurement and Evaluation of Library Services." Washington, D.C.: Information Resources Press, 1977.

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- Taylor, Arlene G. "The Organization of Information." Westport, CT: Libraries Unlimited, 1999.

2. **Recent Trends and Innovations**:

- Buckland, Michael. "Redesigning Library Services: A Manifesto." Chicago: American Library Association, 1992.

- Borgman, Christine L. "Big Data, Little Data, No Data: Scholarship in the Networked World." Cambridge, MA: MIT Press, 2015.

- Tennant, Roy. "Library Technology Reports." American Library Association, 2018.

- Breeding, Marshall. "Library Technology Guides." Accessed January 20, 2024. [https://librarytechnology.org/](https://librarytechnology.org/)

3. **Digital Libraries and Information Retrieval**:

 - Fox, Edward A., and Rao Shen. "Digital Libraries." Berlin: Springer, 2003.

- Salton, Gerard. "Introduction to Modern Information Retrieval." New York: McGraw-Hill, 1983.

- Hider, Philip. "Information Resource Description: Creating and Managing Metadata." London: Facet Publishing, 2012.

- Bishop, Ann P. "Library and Information Science: Trends and Research." Santa Barbara, CA: Libraries Unlimited, 2014.

4. **Library Automation Systems**:

- Marshall Breeding. "Library Technology Guides." Accessed January 20, 2024.

[https://librarytechnology.org/automation/](https://librarytechnology.org/automation/)

- Tennant, Roy. "Integrated Library Systems: Planning, Selecting, and Implementing." Chicago: American Library Association, 2010.

- Rubin, Richard E. "Foundations of Library and Information Science." New York: Neal-Schuman Publishers, 2010.

- Bawden, David, and Lyn Robinson. "Introduction to Information Science." London: Facet Publishing, 2012.

5. **User Experience and Interface Design**:

- Norman, Donald A. "The Design of Everyday Things." New York: Basic Books, 1988.

- Rosenfeld, Louis, and Peter Morville. "Information Architecture for the World Wide Web." Sebastopol, CA: O'Reilly Media, 2006.

- Nielsen, Jakob. "Usability Engineering." San Francisco, CA: Morgan Kaufmann, 1993.

- Wurman, Richard Saul. "Information Anxiety." New York: Doubleday, 1989.

These bibliographies cover a range of topics relevant to library automation, including historical works, recent trends, digital libraries, automation
systems, and user experience.

INDEX.

GLOSARRY

1. **Library**: A library is a collection of resources, typically books, articles, and multimedia materials, organized for public access or private use.
Libraries provide various services such as borrowing, research assistance, and community programming.

2. **Automation**: Automation refers to the use of technology to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. It often involves the use of
software, machines, or robotics to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and reduce manual labor.

3. **Library Automation**: Library automation is the application of automated techniques and technologies to manage library operations and
services. This includes tasks such as cataloging, circulation, and information retrieval, typically through the use of integrated library systems (ILS)
or library management software.

4. **OPAC**: OPAC stands for Online Public Access Catalog. It is an electronic database that enables users to search and access the holdings of a
library remotely. OPACs allow users to search for books, articles, multimedia materials, and other resources available in the library's collection.

5. **Acquisition**: Acquisition in the context of libraries refers to the process of obtaining new materials to add to the library's collection. This
includes purchasing books, subscribing to journals, receiving donations, and acquiring digital resources.
6. **MARC**: MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) is a standard format for the representation and exchange of bibliographic and related
information in machine-readable form. It provides a standardized structure for cataloging library materials, including books, journals, and
multimedia items. MARC records contain metadata elements such as title, author, publication date, and subject headings.

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