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1. Shaping LIS Education for Blended Professionals in a Pluralist Information Environment: Global Reflections

Author

Raju, Jaya

Abstract

Technological innovations have led to an increase in demand for information technology (IT) skills in contemporary library and information agencies. This in turn has created an increased need for pedagogical skills on the part of library and information science (LIS) professionals for them to empower users with knowledge and skills to navigate a complex digital information terrain. Hence LIS professionals with both technology and pedagogical skills have become increasingly critical in a digitized information environment. In the context of this confluence of knowledge and skills requirements for the LIS professional, this article draws early findings from a global phenomenological probe into curriculum design and development directed at the blended or hybrid LIS professional located in a pluralist information environment and requiring cross-disciplinary competencies spanning LIS, IT, teaching and learning, and perhaps even other cognate areas. It explores, in this context, challenges, ideas, and thinking in LIS education from preliminary empirical findings from parts of Africa, Asia, and South America (representing the Global South) and from parts of Europe and North America (representing the Global North), with a view to stimulating debate and discourse on the repositioning of the LIS discipline toward staking an intellectual claim on the broadening of its disciplinary space resulting from a natural evolution of the LIS discipline in response to a technology-driven information environment. Shank and Bell's concepts of "disruptive innovations" and the blending of traditional librarian skills with information technology and pedagogical skills, together with Corrall's "content, conduit, and context" approach to educating for a pluralist digital information environment, are used to frame this reflection.

Published
2021

2. A Study of How We Study: Methodologies of School Library Research 2007 through July 2015

Author

Morris, Rebecca J. and Cahill, Maria

Abstract

In this study we investigated the research designs employed to study the interdisciplinary profession of school librarianship during a time period of notable changes across both the Pre-K-12 and school library domains. To conduct this work, we analyzed all 217 articles published in "School Library Research" (SLR) and "School Libraries Worldwide" (SLW) from 2007 through July 2015. Results point to the high variability in research designs employed and limited inclusion of Pre-K-12 students as participants. The articles also exhibit high incidences of collaboration between scholars but limited involvement of practitioners as researchers. Findings are discussed in relation to research and practice.

Published
2017

3. IFLA General Conference, 1992. Division of Education and Research: Editors of Library Journals (RT); Section on Research in Reading; Section on Women's Interest in Librarianship; Section on Education and Training; Continuing Professional Education (RT); Section on Library Theory and Research. Papers.

Author

International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions, London (England).

Abstract

The following 19 papers were delivered at the 1992 annual meeting of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions for the Division of Education and Research: (1) "Across the Frontiers: Impact of Foreign Journals in Library Science in India: A Citation Analysis" (M. A. Gopinath); (2) "Children and Reading in Israel" (I. Sever); (3) "Investigations into Reader Interest and Reading in Lithuania, 1918-1990" (V. Rimsa); (4) "Ethnic and Social Problems of Reading in Kazakhstan" (R. Berdigalieva); (5) "The USA Experience: Views and Opinions of an Asian American Librarian" (S. H. Nicolescu); (6) "The Implications for Libraries of Research on the Reading of Children" (M. L. Miller); (7) "Women's Status in Librarianship, the UK Experience" (S. Parker); (8) "Women's Interests in Librarianship, Resources on Women: Their Organization and Use" (H. Parekh); (9) "Information for Research on Women and Development" (A. Vyas); (10) "The Contribution of S. R. Ranganathan's Scientific School to the Informatization of Education for Library Science in the World" (J. N. Stolyarov and E. A. Nabatnikova); (11) "Library and Information Science Education Policy in India" (N. L. Rao and C. R. Karisiddappa); (12) "The Market in the Gap: Continuing Professional Education in the South Pacific" (J. Evans); (13) "Continuing Education Programmes for Teachers in Library and Information Science and Academic Library Professionals in South India" (A. A. N. Raju); (14) "Continuing Professional Education in China: A Decade Retrospective" (D. Xiaoying); (15) "Grounded Theory and Qualitative Methodology" (D. E. Weingand); (16) "Research in the Outskirts of Science: The Case of Mexico" (J. Lau); (17) "Society's Library: Leading to the Realization of the Five Laws--In Memory of Dr. S. R. Ranganathan" (L. Minghua); (18) "The Role of Library and Information Science Reviews in the Development of the Profession and Services" (M. Poulain); and (19) "Journal Publications in Africa: The Trouble with Authors and Readers" (L. O. Aina). Several papers are followed by references. (SLD)

Published
1992

4. Academic Librarians and Project Management: An International Study

Author

Serrano, Silvia Cobo and Avilés, Rosario Arquero

Abstract

Because information and documentation units in libraries have responsibility for an ever-increasing number of projects, this paper aims at analyzing the discipline of project management in library and information science (LIS) from a professional perspective. To that end, the researchers employed quantitative and qualitative methodology based on a questionnaire of 17 items sent to academic librarians. The questions dealt with the geographic origin and institutional affiliation of the respondents, the education of the librarians, their professional experience, and the library projects in which they have been involved. The survey also asked about the presence of project management as courses in library and information science studies.

Published
2016
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5. Auditing of Information and Communication Technologies in Library and Information Science Education in Africa

Author

Minishi-Majanja, Mabel K. and Ocholla, Dennis N.

Abstract

This study mapped and audited the types, nature and diffusion of ICTs in LIS education in sub-Saharan Africa. Questionnaires were sent to 51 LIS schools in 19 countries of sub-Saharan Africa, of which 29 (57%) were returned. Most LIS schools have a significant ICT content in their programs, and most ICT modules are highly rated as core/required within these programs. Practical training for ICT skills was included in all modules but to a limited extent. ICT use in teaching and learning was largely focused on computer literacy, followed by use of ICT in bulletin boards, distance learning and collaborative teaching. Only a few African LIS schools, with significant growth in South Africa, employ online teaching. ICT is used in research mainly to collect research information, to identify sources for research funds and to apply research tools such as statistical packages. There was also evidence of strong use of ICT for academic administration largely through stand alone PCs or offline. Computer hardware availability was noted to be low as the number of computers in terms of computer student or staff ratio is extremely low. While a variety of computer software is available in the market with Microsoft products leading the market, software licensing requirements are problematic because of cost and infringements. Most institutions have set up mechanisms to provide staff with ICT competency, and evidently the agenda for ICT development for LIS education in Africa is still quite long. Such an agenda should always include provision of resources and better ICT infrastructure, staff development, ICT policy, ICT accessibility for students and staff, curriculum development, collaboration and networking for resource sharing, distance learning education, practical education/training for skills development, experiential learning, and integration of ICT in LIS education. (Contains 5 tables, 5 figures, and a questionnaire.)

Published
2004

6. Libraries and Librarianship in Nigeria at Mid-Century.

Author

Ghana Univ., Legon. Dept. of Library Studies. and Harris, John

Abstract

The beginning and development of libraries in Nigeria are reviewed. Particular areas discussed include: libraries before mid-century, librarians before mid-century, the difficulties of birth, libraries as instruments of power, early library men, the Lagos Library, the Carnegie Corporation, World War II, Elliot Commission, Lagos Public Library, national library concept rejected, a national bibliography, a traveling librarian, and birth of a profession. Although the profession of librarianship was born in Nigeria between 1949 and 1950, the christening did not take place until 1953, when the West African Library Association was formed. (Author/NH)

Published
1970

7. Strategic Change. A Case Study of the Department of Library and Information Studies at the University of Botswana.

Author

Neill, Richard and Moahi, Kgomotso

Abstract

In response to the changing information environment within African educational institutions, this article studies the need for strategic planning in the Department of Library and Information Studies at the University of Botswana. Highlights include an assessment of the department's past, current, and future strategic plans, and outlines recommendations for strategic changes. (JMV)

Published
1995

8. Development of the Library Profession and Education in Ethiopia.

Author

Gupta, Sushma

Abstract

Describes the development of the library profession in Ethiopia in the context of similar development in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Africa. Undergraduate courses, training for school librarians, the establishment of the Department of Library Science, the first master's level program and the Ethiopian Library Association are discussed. (Contains 17 references.) (EAM)

Published
1993

9. Library and Information Studies in English-Speaking West Africa.

Author

Edoka, B. Eziukwu

Abstract

Highlights trends in educational programs for library, archival, and information services in Anglophone West Africa since the recommendations of the Seminar on Public Library Development in Africa, held in Ibadan in 1953. Both professional and paraprofessional education are discussed, and needed resources are identified. (CLB)

Published
1987

10. Introduction to Librarianship and Documentation. Teaching and Learning Material for the Long Vacation Courses at the University of Botswana 1984 to 1987.

Author

German Foundation for International Development, Bonn (West Germany), Education, Science and Documentation Div., Boadi, Benzies Y., Boadi, Benzies Y., and German Foundation for International Development, Bonn (West Germany), Education, Science and Documentation Div.

Abstract

Developed with the support of the German Foundation for International Development (DSE) and the University of Botswana (Africa), this five-week "long vacation" training program includes four modules designed to provide refresher and in-service training for those library assistants who have work experience but have not been able to attend formal classes in their profession. Offered by the Department of Library Studies of the University of Botswana since 1984, the course is open to candidates from all anglophone countries of the Eastern and Southern African subregion and is intended to impart basic professional knowledge to participants in classification, cataloging and indexing, management and administration, and bibliographic and information resources and techniques. The modules, which are designed to be presented during several class sessions, provide text, exercises, and suggestions for further reading. Modules include: (1) "Introduction to Libraries and Information" (Benzies Y. Boadi); (2) "Bibliographic and Information Resources and Techniques" (Frank Gibbons); (3) "Management and Administrative Studies" (Kingo J. Mchombu); and (4) "Practical Classification, Cataloguing and Indexing" (J. Richard Neill). (Author/KM)

Published
1987

11. Curriculum Adjustments in Information Studies Training Programmes in Africa. Proceedings of the Post-IFLA Conference Seminar (Bonn, West Germany, August 24-28, 1987).

Author

German Foundation for International Development, Bonn (West Germany)., Bock, Gunter, and Huttemann, Lutz

Abstract

Recommendations formulated and adopted by the participants in this seminar and summaries of discussions at the various sessions are followed by the full text of 17 papers presented at the meeting: (1) "The 'BID' Model Test of the Polytechnic of Hanover: Principles, Structures, Solutions and Problems of New Studies in the Field of Librarianship, Information and Documentation" (G. Bock, West Germany); (2) "Some Reflections on the London Colloquium" (O. C. Mascarenhas); (3) "Curriculum Adjustment Issues for Library and Information Training Programmes in Africa" (S. A. H. Abidi); (4) "Synopsis of Existing and Projected Training Programmes in the Field of Information Studies at Selected African Institutions" (G. Bock); (5) "Library, Documentation and Archival Training in Sudan" (C. Wesley); (6) "Library Education in Botswana" (J. R. Neill and K. J. Mchombu); (7) "Courses Offered in the Department of Library and Information Science at the Harare Polytechnic" (D. M. Thorpe, Zimbabwe); (8) "Curriculum Adjustments in Information Studies Training Programmes in Zambia" (O. N. Mohamedali); (9) "The Information Professions and the Search for a Functional Identity" (W. O. Aiyepeku); (10) "Curriculum Adjustments in Library and Information Training Programmes: Malawi Country Paper" (R. S. Mabomba); (11) "Education and Training in the Information Professions in Ethiopia" (G. Birru); (12) "The Situation of Library, Documentation and Archival Training in Kenya" (J. M. Ng'ang'a); (13) "Programmes of the East African School of Librarianship in Uganda" (S. A. H. Abidi); (14) "A Review of Library Education in Sierra Leone" (G. Jusu-Sheriff); (15) "Training for Librarians, Documentalists and Archivists in Tanzania" (O. C. Mascarenhas); (16) "The EBAD (Ecole de Bibliothecaires, Archivistes et Documentalistes) and Curriculum Harmonization" (A. F. Correa, Senegal); and (17) "Library, Documentation and Archival Training at the Ecole des Sciences de L'Information in Rabat" (O. Bekkari, Morocco). (CGD)

Published
1987

12. Key Issues in Library and Information Science for Southern Africa: A Handbook for Library and Information Specialists.

Author

Mncube, Stephen Sipho

Abstract

Designed to provide a conceptual and workable framework for the development of interdisciplinary information systems in Southern Africa, this handbook focuses on Southern Africa's information needs and addresses the problems between theory and practice in information transfer and utilization. The handbook is divided into two major parts. The four sections in the first part deal with library and information science in higher education in the area, including the need for reserve sections in university libraries to adopt the learning resource concept; strategies for developing an automated university library system; policy and procedures for establishing an interlibrary loan system; and the need to establish a consortium for sharing information on research done in Southern Africa. The five sections in the second part examine vital areas of information needs, including information and referral services in agencies serving adults; the dynamics of information processing and packaging for the area; education and training strategies to contain and manage the impact of refugees; developing a prototype information resource for a Southern African Center for Appropriate Technology; and how to conduct a seminar to educate professionals in information sharing. Selected bibliographic references on the topics discussed are provided for each section. A glossary of computer and information science terms and several exhibits of related materials are attached. (CGD)

Published
1988

13. Distance Education in Southern Africa Conference, 1987. Papers 4.1: Professional Education and Practical Training at a Distance.

Author

South Africa Univ., Pretoria. and Adey, David

Abstract

Fifteen papers from the University of South Africa's Conference on Distance Education are presented on professional education and practical training. They include: "Essential and Professional Education of Physics Teachers in Poland" (Kazimierz A. Badziag); "Vocational Teaching at a Distance: The New Zealand Perspective" (Dave Nicoll); "Principles and Practices in Distance Education" (Faith B. Collins); "Providing a Reality Base for Your Qualification" (Johan Herholdt); "The Role of Private Correspondence Colleges in the Fields of Tertiary Business Education in South Africa" (Theuns Gerber); "The Necessity for Distance Teaching in the In-Service Education of Teachers in Southern Africa" (R.M. Yule); "The 'Distance' Implications of Cooperative Education at Residential Universities as a Strategy to Ensure Effective Education for the Professions" (A.J. Havenga); "Career-Oriented Technikon Training (Technikon Programmes) by Means of Distance Teaching, with Special Reference to Laboratory, Practicals, and In-Service Training" (Z. van Dyk); "The Development of a Computer Package for Distance Education Accounting Students" (D.E. Wolvaardt et al.); "The Development of Distance Education for Traffic Police" (M.G.T. Cloete); "Professional Development in Vocational Courses such as Social Work with Specific Attention to Field Instruction" (R.C.W. van Bijon); "Beyond Professional Training: Developing Mental Health Leadership" (discussion: W.J. Jordaan, P. LeRoux, G. Rodemeyer, F.J.A. Snyders); "Teaching Cataloguing and Classification by Correspondence" (M.S. van der Merwe);"The Practical Component in the Education Programme of Students in Library and Information Science at UNISA" (Wanda Thomas); and "The Contribution of Distance Education to the Development of the Nursing Profession in Southern Africa" (Charlotte Searle). (LB)

Published
1987

14. Distance Education in Southern Africa Conference, 1987. Papers 7: Late Submissions.

Author

South Africa Univ., Pretoria. and Adey, David

Abstract

Ten papers and four abstracts of papers from the University of South Africa's Conference on Distance Education are presented. They include: "Access to Higher Education and Training in the South Pacific: The Role of Telecommunications and Distance Education" (Som Naidu); "Distance Education in Japan" (Takashi Sakamoto); "The University for Distance Education in Colombia: An Alternative Form of Education" (Linda Gladys Behaine de Cendales); "Development of Distance Education in Sri Lanka" (Dayantha Wijeyesekera); "Distance Education in India: Application of Modern Technology" (K.K. Sud); "The Teaching of Life Sciences at Everyman's University" (Ruth Arav); "Distance Teaching as an Integral Part of the In-Service Education of Mathematics, Physical Science and Biology Teachers" (Jan Nel, Dave Finnemore, Steve Rhodes); "UNISA's Documentation Section" (B.J. van der Walt); "Interactive Multi-media Learning: A Business Case Study in Distance Learning" (abstract only, R.C. Johnson); "Distance Learning: The South African Air Force Experience" (Neville Parkins); "Text Design in Distance Education: Print and Facilitating Adult Education" (abstract only, John Aitchison): "Distance Education in Developing Countries: The Indian Scene" (abstract only, B.S. Jain); "Distance Education and the Educator's Regime of Literacy" (abstract only, John Aitchison); and "Review of the Goals, Methods, Accountability and Future Planning of the Department of Library and Information Science of the University of South Africa" (Anna Louw). (LB)

Published
1987

15. Introduction to Librarianship, with Special Reference to the Tanganyika Library Service.

Author

Tanganyika Library Service (Tanzania).

Abstract

Since the inception of the Tanganyika Library Service in 1963, in-service training has been run for newly recruited library staff. All along, however, it has been difficult to find suitable reading material for the training programme. Hence the need for writing these notes. The notes have been written by senior members of the Tanganyika Library Service staff and are based on the syllabus for the in-service course for library assistants. Although the notes have been written with the library assistants in mind they are suitable introductory information for trainee librarians and expatriate librarians who wish to get an overall picture of the operation of the Tanganyika Library Service. The information is mostly about how public libraries are, and should be, organized. (Author/NH)

Published
1971

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