The Embedded Librarian: Innovative Strategies for Taking Knowledge Where It’s Needed
David Shumaker, published by Information Today Inc (16 July 2012)
“Here is the first comprehensive survey of the growing practice of “embedded librarianship”—a strategic model for placing information professionals into partnerships with the individuals and working groups that depend upon their knowledge and expertise. David Shumaker looks at implementations in all types of organizations, identifies the characteristics of successful embedded librarians, and explains how information professionals in public, academic, school, medical, law, and other specialized library settings are using embedded librarianship principles to enhance their work and careers. – Waterstones”
Schumaker outlines the differences between traditional and embedded librarianship.
Responsive v. anticipatory
Individual customer v. Team of collaborators
Standardized v. Customized
Single transactions v. Ongoing Projects
Service v. Partnership
Recommended.
Stephen
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