Libraries often lack the in-house information technology (IT) expertise required to (1) implement mobile applications and related technologies (MAT); (2) attain maximum return on investment including patron satisfaction for using MAT; and (3) reduce reliance on expensive IT consultants. Based on secondary analysis of the experiences and advice…

A survey of 452 special librarians was conducted by the Special Libraries Association to identify what they want new graduates to know. Communication skills, reference skills, and an attitude of service were considered by respondents to be more important than second master's degrees and management skills. (Author/EM)

Discusses six theories or explanations for the remarkable persistence of criticism of library schools: conservatism, backgrounds of library school deans and directors, library educators, importance of socialization in professional education, the library student personality, and attitudes toward librarianship. An anthology of 97 years of criticism…

Investigates problem of whether largely nonresearch approach to teaching in many library schools is likely to inhibit entry of students with academic backgrounds in science, and whether teaching of information science should be classed with librarianship or science. It is concluded that information science courses should be research-oriented. (52…

Discussion of recruitment and education goals for international students in U.S. library and information science programs covers intercultural communication, goals of prospective students, programs' self-interest as a barrier to education, the market for international education, suggested philosophical guidelines for recruiting, and recruitment…

Identifies and synthesizes literature on role modeling and the place of educators as role models in women's professional development. Results of survey of master's level library science students designed to ascertain existence and influence of role models and their gender in career choices are reported. Questionnaire is appended. (29 references)…

Perhaps librarianship is faced with problems even greater than those of education. In fact, its very existence is being challenged. Library schools have consistently tried to educate almost all librarians and information scientists in one mold. This simply cannot be done--it never could. Library educators must give up their rather immature notion…

Four articles about education for library and information studies in the United States discuss philosophies, goals, and objectives of graduate programs; the history and status of undergraduate degree and certification programs; the differentiation between master's, postmaster's, and doctoral programs; and the impact of professional associations on…

Discusses the role of research in graduate education for library and information studies from the perspectives of students, practitioners, and researchers. Results from two studies are examined that explored (1) research activities by academic librarians, and (2) practitioner and student attitudes about research and required research methods…

Presents six papers that offer perspectives on the subject of library school closings. Topics discussed include financial considerations; isolation of library schools within their university communities; unresponsive leadership; political issues; research productivity; the role of distance education; sources of institutional power, including…

Analyzes role of faculty in schools of library and information science by reviewing the historical record to demonstrate changing faculty mandate in relation to research, public policy development, and teaching. Discussion covers library school faculty's qualifications, teaching modes, attitudes, and fight to gain acceptance of research in library…

Assesses extent to which library/information schools have carved out an organizational niche within their university environment; describes current status and organizational transformations within such schools; identifies ways these schools measure their status; discusses changes in the field; and raises questions about institutional perceptions…

Presents results of investigation into nature of 98 library administration doctoral dissertations produced in library science from 1928 to 1980, including number of dissertations per library school, research methodologies used, and characteristics of doctoral student advisors. Relevant literature, data gathering, and hypothesis testing are…

Provides historical background on education for research librarianship, and reports the findings of the Council on Library Resources as to necessary skills for research librarians. A program at the University of Michigan which is modeled on these findings is described and evaluated. (CLB)

Traces the historical background and describes the current status of library education in Arab countries at the postgraduate, graduate, and teacher training levels. (LLS)