Subject Librarians ― Engaging With the Learning And Teaching Environment

Dale (subject librarian, Bournemouth University, UK) gathers university subject librarians and academics to assess trends and challenges in current practice. Contributors explore drivers in higher education that impact the role of the subject librarian and the work environment, then take a closer look at local and international user communities. The audience for the book includes directors of academic services, library managers, and librarians, as well as students in information management and information studies. Annotation c2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Penny Dale is the Subject Librarian for the School of Conservation Sciences at Bournemouth University, UK. Penny also provides library support for the Centre for Academic Practice and students of the MA Professional Development programme. She has a particular interest in development and training opportunities for library staff, and organises the library training programme. Matt Holland is the Subject Librarian for the Bournemouth Media School. Matt is involved in media and broadcasting history projects, funded by the Centre for Excellence in Media Practice, Bournemouth University and the Arts and Humanities Research Council. Matt has written a number of articles and book chapters around the theme of Subject Librarianship. Marian Matthews is Academic Programmes Leader for the Graduate School at Bournemouth University. Her role contributes to the strategic policy and development of the Graduate School which is responsible for the operational framework for doctoral study across the University. Marian also leads the development, co-ordination and implementation of the University's Research Methodology and Skills Programmes for Research Students.