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The elements of style / [electronic resource] : by Strunk, William1869-1946.;

The original edition of the most trusted writer's guide to American English, this is the book that generations of writers have relied upon for timeless advice on grammar, diction, syntax, sentence construction, and other writing essentials. In brief and concise terms, author William Strunk, Jr., identifies the principal requirements of proper American English style and concentrates on the most often violated rules of composition.Originally published in 1918, this authoritative and engagingly written manual retains its immediacy and relevance. Strunk begins with the basic rules of usage, offering accessible explanations of correct punctuation and grammar. His advice on the principles of composition cites concrete examples of how to maintain clarity by eliminating redundancy and unnecessary embellishment. In addition, Strunk provides valuable pointers on avoiding common errors in the usage of words and expressions, and in spelling. The greatest book of its kind, this volume is a must for any student or writer.Electronic reproduction.

Subjects: Electronic books.; Nonfiction.; Reference.;

© 2013.,

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Math for grownups [electronic resource] : re-Learn the arithmetic you forgot from school so you can, calculate how much that raise will really amount to (after taxes), figure out if that new fridge will actually fit, help a third grader with his fraction homework, convert calories into cardio time by Laing, Laura.;

Ever wish you'd paid more attention in math class? From third grade to senior year of high school, it went in one ear and out the other, didn't it? But now you're staring at the new washer and dryer, trying to figure out the percentage of sales tax on the purchase price. You multiply something by something, right? Or you're scratching your head, wondering how to compute the odds that your football team will take next Sunday's game. You're pretty sure that involved ratios. The problem is, you can't quite remember. Here you get an adult refresher and real-life context -- with examples ranging from how to figure out how many shingles it takes to re-roof the garage to the formula for resizing Mom's tomato sauce recipe for your entire family. Forget higher calculus -- you just need an open mind. And with this practical guide, math can stop being scary and start being useful.Electronic reproduction.

Subjects: Electronic books.; Nonfiction.; Reference.;

© 2011.,

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Repositioning reference : new methods and new services for a new age / by Saunders, Laura,1975-; Rozaklis, Lillian,1978-author.; Abels, Eileen G.,author.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.The evolution of reference services -- Competitive pressures facing reference services -- Implications of change : competencies and philosophies -- Thinking outside the box : entrepreneurship in reference service provision -- Leveraging environmental scanning for repositioning -- Leading and managing change for organizational renewal.To compete today, librarians need to provide not only old services in new ways but also new services. Repositioning Reference: New Methods and New Services for a New Age re-images reference services in libraries and information organizations and the role of reference librarians, taking into account rapid developments in technology and information-specific services in non-library sectors. It traces the history of technology adoption for reference services, describes competitive pressures facing reference services, identifies untapped opportunities for reference services and librarians, details innovative and creative solutions for energizing the profession and engaging library user communities, and prescribes means to evaluating technologies for reference services. -- from back cover.

Subjects: Reference services (Libraries); Reference services (Libraries); Reference librarians; Organizational change.;

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Starter vegetable gardens : [electronic resource] : 24 no-fail plans for small organic gardens. by Pleasant, Barbara.;

Develop your green thumb as you learn to grow your own food. In this introductory guide to growing vegetables, Barbara Pleasant addresses common problems that first-time gardeners encounter. Using simple language and illustrated garden layouts, Pleasant shows you how to start, maintain, and eventually expand an organic vegetable garden in even the tiniest backyard. With handy tips on enriching soil, planting schedules, watering, fighting pests, and more, you'll quickly discover how easy it is to enjoy your own homegrown vegetables.Electronic reproduction.

Subjects: Electronic books.; Nonfiction.; Gardening.; Reference.;

© 2010.,

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Tackling NCLEX : [electronic resource] : Tips and strategies for facing NCLEX exams. by C, Sreechinth.;

There has been a tremendous rise in the number of individuals pursuing the nursing profession. In order to get the best professionals and to safe guard the health of public, the NCSBN (National Council for State Boards of Nursing Inc.) has adopted a method to filter the candidate through testing their knowledge and practical skill. The exam conducted by NCSBN to provide license to practice nursing is termed the NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination). Every individual who has graduated from nursing school have to undergo this test and has to pass in order to get licensed as a nurse. Like any other exam, NCLEX also creates that fear on every candidate who are preparing for NCLEX, "Will I be able to pass?" Most of them have this fear due to lack of knowledge about the exam, its pattern and other related information regarding NCLEX. But there is nothing to worry about, since we have included simple and systematic methods that can adopted by any graduate to effectively pass the exam without any stress or strain. There are candidates who have already made their first attempt and failed, so we have written this book keeping such candidates also in mind.Requires OverDrive Read (file size: N/A KB) or Adobe Digital Editions (file size: 250 KB) or Kobo app or compatible Kobo device (file size: N/A KB).

Subjects: Electronic books.; Nonfiction.; Education.; Reference.;

© 2020., UB TECH,

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The United States of Cryptids : [electronic resource] : A tour of American myths and monsters. by Ocker, J. W.; Sanderlin, Mark.;

Narrator: Mark Sanderlin.Come and meet the monsters in our midst, from bigfoot to batsquatch and beyond! Welcome to the United States of Cryptids, where mysterious monsters lurk in the dark forests, deep lakes, and sticky swamps of all fifty states. From the infamous Jersey Devil to the obscure Snallygaster, travel writer and chronicler of the strange J. W. Ocker not only uncovers the bizarre stories of these creatures but investigates the ways in which communities have embraced and celebrated their local cryptids. Readers will learn about: The Mothman of West Virginia, a hybrid monster blamed for a deadly bridge collapse in 1967; The Batsquatch of Washington, a winged bigfoot that is said to have emerged from the eruption of Mount Saint Helens in 1980; The Lizard Man of South Carolina, a reptilian mutant that attacked a teenager in the summer of 1988; The Pope Lick Monster of Kentucky, a goat-man that lures people to their deaths on a train trestle bridge in Louisville; The Nain Rouge of Detroit, a fierce red goblin that has been spotted before every major city disaster; and many more! Whether you believe in bigfoot or not, this compendium is a fun, frightening, and fascinating tour through American folklore and history, exploring the stories we tell about monsters and what those stories say about us.Requires the Libby app or a modern web browser.

Subjects: Electronic books.; Nonfiction.; Reference.; Sociology.;

© 2022., Blackstone Publishing,

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Physicians' desk reference 2015.

Manufacturer's index -- Brand and generic name index -- Product category index -- Product identification guide -- Product information -- Dietary supplements -- Drugs that should not be used in pregnancy -- Drugs that should not be crushed.This reference contains FDA-approved drug label information, including warnings and precautions, drug interactions, and full-color images of some drugs. Every label includes information on dosages, side effects, and safety information, such as contraindications, pregnancy ratings, and interactions with other drugs, food, or alcohol.

Subjects: Drugs; Pharmacology; Pharmacy.; Materia medica.; Biological products.; Biological Products; Pharmaceutical Preparations;

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Providing reference services : a practical guide for librarians / by Gottfried, John,1953-; Pennavaria, Katherine,1959-author.;

Includes bibliographical references and index.What are library reference services? -- Reference collections today -- Putting reference services into practice -- Managing staff for reference services -- Oversight and administration of reference services -- Marketing and collaboration for reference services -- The future of reference services.Providing Reference Services: A Practical Guide for Librarians was written with the working librarian in mind; it focuses on specific methods and information to help foster effective, exceptional results. Topics covered include: reference services (basic information and background); reference resources and tutorials; organizing and providing services; staffing and performance management; forming helpful partnerships (internal and external); the future of reference. Readers will come away with a solid foundation in reference services and will have the knowledge to update or restructure an existing reference program or to create a program from the ground up. Individual chapters and subsections provide constructive tips and advice for specific reference issues. Taken as a whole, this book provides a valuable, inclusive source of information for all major aspects of reference service. Providing Reference Services is an appropriate resource for nearly all librarians in public-service positions, especially those with reference responsibilities, whether they are working reference librarians at any level of experience, reference supervisors, or administrators with oversight of reference services. The content is relevent to academic, public, school, and special libraries - any library or organization that offers reference or research assistance. -- from back cover.

Subjects: Reference services (Libraries); Reference services (Libraries);

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Transgender : A reference handbook / by Devor, Aaron,author.; Haefele-Thomas, Ardel,author.;

Description based on print version record.Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2018. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.

Subjects: Electronic books.; Transgender people;

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The reference interview today : negotiating and answering questions face to face, on the phone, and virtually / by Harmeyer, Dave,1956-;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 147-151) and index.Prologue : is the reference interview dead? -- A literature review of the reference interview -- Scenario 1. Virtual reference : less is more -- Scenario 2. A phone interview : save the time of the reader -- Scenario 3. At the reference desk : Harry Potter and the secrets of Hogwarts -- Scenario 4. Virtual in Vegas -- Scenario 5. An unlikely answer : under a window of stained glass -- Scenario 6. Earthquake reference -- Scenario 7. Helping publish not perish -- Scenario 8. My so-called Second Life -- Scenario 9. Reviving the reference interview : from desk to chat to phone -- Scenario 10. A reference interview in 2025 -- Scenario 11. Hybrid reference : blending the reference interview and information literacy -- Scenario 12. A surprise at Rosey's Beauty Salon : towards ethos, values, and codes of ethics -- Scenario 13. The reference interview thrives -- A conceptual model for online chat reference answer accuracy.More an art than a science, the reference interview requires not only knowing a specific set of skills, but also how to apply those skills in an ever-changing world. Good reference interviews accomplish three goals: establishing contact with the user, determining what the user's information need actually is, and checking to make sure that the answer actually meets that need completely. Built around timeless service principles including Ranganathan's Five Laws, 'The reference interview today: negotiating and answering questions face to face, on the phone, and virtually' is a practical field guide to conducting reference interviews in every modality: face-to-face, phone, chat, text, virtual world such as Second Life, and even mashup reference interviews where multiple modalities are used to answer the question. Following a concise presentation of reference interview basics, the heart of the book is 12 different reference interview scenarios set in different modes and demonstrating a specific principle. Each of these twelve follows a similar construction: a general overview of the principle (for example, save the time of the reader), a script of the reference interview, and then learning questions designed to demonstrate the principle(s) as illustrated in the script. Examples range from assisting faculty members with scholarly resources to helping a high school student with a paper to assisting a hairdresser with a reference question.

Subjects: Reference services (Libraries); Electronic reference services (Libraries);

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