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Peer reviewedSumerford, Steve – Public Libraries, 1987
Explores the issue of intellectual freedom and the role of the library in the community, and the extent to which community attitudes and values should influence library policy. A specific incident involving a public library exhibit of materials on gay rights in Durham, North Carolina, is described. (CLB)
Descriptors: Censorship, Community Attitudes, Homosexuality, Intellectual Freedom
Peer reviewedNaylor, Richard J. – Public Libraries, 2000
Describes characteristics of core competencies. Examines the competencies a librarian should possess. Discusses types of competence and reviews advantages of developing and improving core competencies. Looks at core competencies in terms of the major service areas of public libraries. Presents several steps for building core competencies.…
Descriptors: Competence, Human Resources, Librarians, Library Administration
