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Peer reviewedBerwind, Anne May – Reference Services Review, 1991
Discusses the need for reference desk orientation for newly hired or reassigned librarians and presents an outline of a suggested orientation program. Orientation conducted by a supervisor is discussed, practical and philosophical aspects of reference service are addressed, and written materials that support the training are recommended. (nine…
Descriptors: Librarians, Library Services, Orientation Materials, Reference Services
