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Disaster Management in Libraries
(May 2002) |
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This brief seeks to provide a quick overview on disaster management in libraries. It will first highlight the importance of disaster planning, followed by clarification of frequently used terminology; a discussion on disaster planning steps; and the description and elements of a disaster plan. It will also provide resources on planning for common types of disasters caused by water, fire, and pest infestation, for example, and will present links to relevant disaster plans of some public and academic libraries. Finally, a list of online resources and recommended readings on disaster management concludes this brief. |
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Literary Genre - Science Fiction
(April 2002) |
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The literary genre of science fiction, which started in the 20th century, is a vast and confusing one. While it is impossible to cover every area of interest in science fiction, this short introductory primer attempts to illuminate various important aspects of this incredibly immense and complex literature, and perhaps enable a more appreciative, if critical, view when approaching this genre. This primer begins by introducing readers to the definition of science fiction, as well as the history behind the creation and spread of the genre. It describes the various themes and plot types that characterise science fiction literature, and provides various examples of monographs or films for each theme. It highlights the close relationship that exists between printed science fiction and science fiction in other forms of media will also be looked at. In addition, it also expounds upon the complex relationship between science and science fiction. Finally, it provides some sources for readers who wish to research into this topic in greater detail. |
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Implementing Innovation Strategies
(March 2002) |
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Over the past 15 years, technology and other marketplace drivers have radically altered the very nature of change itself. Whereas change was once a contained transactional event, it is now more open ended, radical, complex, personal and continuous. This new type of change is defined by Anderson and Anderson (2001) as "Transformation" and it is by far the most prevalent and complex type occurring in organisations today. This primer provides strategies for implementing change and also lists obstacles and challenges faced by organisations in implementing change. It concludes with a look at the types of reward and incentive schemes used to motivate people to accept change. |
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