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)…

Describes a survey of accredited library schools' current education for children's, young adult, and school librarianship. Data and results are presented for course offerings, enrollment, faculty teaching responsibilities and research activities, and continuing education programs, and the findings are related to recent concerns about a lack of…

Examines the results of a study of the role of the secondary school library media program in easing the adolescent immigrant's struggle with assimilation. Highlights include student-centered learning environments that value cultural diversity; a focus on personal beliefs; use of technology; and a literature program based on the archetypal hero.…

Reports the findings of a survey of school library media centers in eight large urban areas with large enrollments of Hispanic children that was conducted to determine the availability of Spanish language literature. Highlights include media specialists and support staff; holdings; budget; book selection process; and library events and activities.…