Conducting Original Research for Your Library

A concise manual for professionals in the field, this book helps librarians master the skills to conduct, interpret, and analyze their own original research.

Many working librarians discover that original research would help them advocate for their libraries, but some graduate programs teach only limited research skills. Designed for all librarians, this book is a practical guide to engaging with the research process, from identifying a problem to sharing findings with others. Authors Caitli...