The background, operation, organization of studies, enrollment figures, employment opportunites, and future prospects of the school are discussed. (6 references) (SJ)

Book selection courses should contain a more systematic analysis of the typical categories of newly published literature as they relate to existing library collections considered as structured bodies of information. (MM)

International understanding and the advancement of knowledge are the two goals that are thought to be both quantitatively and qualitatively desirable as goal statements for internationalism in library science. (68 references) (MM)

Students and faculty in library schools and librarians in the field are engaged in a reassessment of librarianship and library education. Such special topics as communication and behavioral science, information retrieval, library automation and systems analysis and design are beginning to form the basis for a new core of library science. (5…

One of the most promising paths open to the library schools is a better and more imaginative use of part-time instructors. (Author)

An attempt was made at Kent State University to obtain more student involvement in the activities of the library school. (AB)

The library school librarian does not enjoy the same status as the librarians in the classroom in terms of responsibilities and privileges and this dichotomy of teaching vs. practice requires further research. (AB)

A survey was made of opinions of Kent State Faculty and students, library school students and prospective employers in order to formulate a policy on the release of information in student records. (AB)

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The relative power is measured of various predictors of success in library school--year in which undergraduate degree was achieved, undergraduate grade point average, and quantitative aptitude score on Graduate Record Examination. Success is defined by receipt of M.L.S. and graduate grade point average. (Author/MBR)

This chapter discusses the use of electronic government sources and documents for school media specialists, teachers, and children in K-12 education. Ninety-seven percent of all government information is online, resulting in rich and free source of authoritative material that can enrich the electronic sources of the school media center (GPO,…

In spite of nationwide budget cuts, the potential of school libraries to positively impact student achievement has never been higher. Schools cannot afford to do without strong school library programs. It is the professional responsibility of librarians to fight for their programs, using warrior tactics to survive and thrive through tough economic…

This article describes how the framework of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) revitalizes the possibilities of how students can collaborate in real time within and beyond the classroom walls to expand the knowledge base, impact their communities, and produce meaningful work. Three principles to drive the design are discussed, along with…

The purpose of this study was to determine if young adults have access through school libraries to LGBTQ-themed literature. The library collections in 125 high schools in one Southern U.S. state were examined for the inclusion of LGBTQ-themed fiction, nonfiction, and biographies, including a core collection of 21 recommended titles. Results showed…

Agile learning spaces have the potential to afford flexible and innovative pedagogic practice. However there is little known about the experiences of teachers and learners in newly designed learning spaces, and whether the potential for reimagined pedagogies is being realised. This paper uses data from a recent study into the experiences of…