Teacher or Intermediary: Alternative Professional Models in the Information Age.

Nielsen, Brian

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Teacher or Intermediary: Alternative Professional Models in the Information Age.

Nielsen, Brian

College and Research Libraries, v43 n3 p183-91 May 1982

Examines the value premises underlying the "information versus instruction" debate in reference librarianship in light of the technological design issues now facing librarianship. Economic and technological developments that may affect the future of reference services are described. A 32-item reference list is included. (Author/JL)

Descriptors: Employment Level, Librarians, Library Instruction, Online Systems, Professional Recognition, Reference Services, Role Models, Role Perception, Technological Advancement

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