An Apprentice Course, for Small Libraries: Outlines of Lessons, With Suggestions, for Practice Work, Study, and Required Reading (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780428358587: An Apprentice Course, for Small Libraries: Outlines of Lessons, With Suggestions, for Practice Work, Study, and Required Reading (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0428358586 ISBN 13: 9780428358587

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Practical guidance for building a skilled library staff through apprenticeship and training.

This book collects early 20th‑century methods for selecting, training, and using apprentices in small libraries. It explains why apprentices are valuable, how to structure a program, and what to expect from both sides. Topics include entry requirements, examination approaches, and the balance between instruction time and hands‑on practice. The material shows how libraries were encouraged to treat apprentices as a practical, businesslike investment in service quality.

How to choose apprentices: expectations, health, personality, and the role of a personal connection with schools.
How to assess candidates: written tests and informal oral checks that test quick thinking and general knowledge.
What training covers: daily practice periods, formal instruction, and specialized tasks like mending, binding, and loan desk work.
Realistic timelines and conditions: hours, duration (often several months), and the idea of trial periods or unpaid apprenticeships when filling vacancies.

Ideal for readers involved in library administration, staffing decisions, or historical library education practice seeking concrete, era‑specific methods for developing capable library teams.

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