Contents

Copyright

Acknowledgments

About the Website

Foreword, by Eric Morgan

Introduction

Chapter 1: Systems Librarianship 101: Defining Systems Librarianship

Library Skills and Communication

Yes, You Are a Systems Librarian

Establishing Competencies

Systems Librarians As Change Agents

Chapter 2: Systems Librarianship 102: Desktop Software You May Need to Master

Open Source Software

Operating Systems

Productivity Software

Web Browsers

Chapter 3: Systems Librarianship 103: Web Applications You May Need to Master

Web Design

Programming

Cloud Computing

Virtual Reference

Chapter 4: Systems Librarianship 104: Other Technical Areas You May Need to Master

Integrated Library System Management

Mobile Computing

Networking

Troubleshooting

Antivirus and Workstation Security

Miscellaneous Issues

Chapter 5: Organization of Knowledge

Inventorying

Licensing

Support Information

Statistics

Documentation

Chapter 6: Research Techniques

Resources

Techniques

Dealing With Technical Support

The Support Interview

Researching Technology Purchases

Chapter 7: Networking

Online Discussion Groups

Social Networks

Interest Groups

Associations and Conferences

Informal Networks

Developing Networking Skills

Collaboration

Chapter 8: Instruction Techniques

Adult Learners

Training Techniques

Training Staff

Training Patrons

Ad Hoc Opportunities

Setting Up Sessions

Online Training

Screencasts and Video Blogs

Setting Boundaries

Chapter 9: Independent Study

Online Classes and Tutorials

Community College and Computer Training Center Classes

Local Workshops

Library Schools

Self-Education

Current Awareness

Funding Training Opportunities

Chapter 10: Administration and Management

Creating a Technology Plan

Buying Software

Managing Systems Staff

Chapter 11: Integrated Library System Migration

Selecting a Vendor and/or Product

Data Cleanup

Staff Training

Computer Upgrades

Patron Training

Usability Testing

Changing Over

Chapter 12: Life Lessons

Finding a Job

Branching Out

Negotiating a Promotion (or a Raise)

Technostress

Ethics

Conclusion

Appendix A: Accidental Systems Librarian Survey

Appendix B: Recommended Reading

Appendix C: Websites

About the Author

Index