Compared with 1968, trends in the educational system in information science in 1972 indicate a curriculum shift from traditional librarianship to an emphasis on computerization and automation. (Author/PF)

Evidence gathered in a graduate library school indicates students from a variety of backgrounds can learn a programming language reasonably well. An overview of the popular programming languages is presented with reasons for choosing PL/I for library applications. (Author/KP)

An international survey of education programs in library and information science showed that most countries are facing the same sorts of problems. (PF)

Reports planning for and the installation of about 80 microcomputers for staff use at approximately 50 library units in the University of Michigan Library System. Highlights include the selection of hardware and software; methods of staff training; integration of the microcomputers into library operations; and benefits of electronic messaging and…

A method for producing course reading lists as an outgrowth of ongoing research in indexing is described. (AB)

Findings of the study described in this report indicate that the attitudes of library school students toward library automation were not changed significantly by a semester of relevant coursework. It has been hypothesized that these students would have a somewhat negative attitude toward automation, but that through relevant course instruction…

Reports on the American Library Association's 1992 Midwinter Meeting. Topics discussed include the Kreimer v. Morristown case and its possible ramifications for other libraries dealing with homeless and other problem patrons; the White House Conference on Library and Information Services (WHCLIS); National Research and Education Network (NREN);…

Discusses need for research in library and information science from perspective of an academic library director. The current state of information science research, areas where research might be undertaken, economics, library schools, librarians as managers, and the impact of new information technology on research are examined. (Six sources are…

Reports on database management system (dbms) applications designed by library school students for university community at University of Iowa. Three dbms design issues are examined: synthesis of relations, analysis of relations (normalization procedure), and data dictionary usage. Database planning prior to automation using data dictionary approach…

Discussion of the roles of library schools and library personnel in educating librarians for work with information technology highlights the following needs: technology-oriented and innovative graduates; relevant curricula; updated faculty; expanded continuing education offerings; on-the-job training; encouragement of further education;…

A description of the program offered at the School of Library Science at Case Western Reserve University is offered. The main orientation is towards the transfer of knowledge and know-how in information science to the needs of development and towards the policies for information in developing countries. (Author/AP)

Provides a descriptive overview of the design, revision, and execution of a research project undertaken at the Department of Library and Information Studies at the Manchester Polytechnic to evaluate the attitudes of library science students toward computers before and after the completion of a course in library automation. (JL)

Argues that Cutter-Sanborn in the classroom is insufficient preparation for technical services librarians who will be dealing with automated systems. "Teaching libraries" are recommended as the principal instrument for bridging the gap between abstraction and practicality. (LLS)

Reviews the uses of microcomputers in library automation, examines existing library school courses in microcomputing, and discusses the need for further integration of microcomputing into the curriculum. A prototype for an advanced course in microcomputing and the results of an implementation of this course are described. (8 references) (CLB)

Research analyzing users' reactions to the implementation of automation and computer technology in the industrial and business fields indicates that users will respond more positively to these new technologies if they are adequately trained beforehand. To measure response in the academic sector, users' reactions to the local area network (LAN) in…