This paper examines the nature of decision making in libraries, with the view of learning what qualities ought to be developed while in a library school. The concluding section raises questions that must be answered before operations research (O.R.) can be successfully integrated into a library school curriculum. (7 references) (Author/NH)

A report to the profession on the status of the urban information specialist project at the University of Maryland is presented. (Author)

A series of reports made by the Committee on Higher Academic and Professional Degrees of the Association of American Universities to the American Library Association Board of Education for Librarianship between 1924 and 1928 regarding changes in the master's degree program in librarianship to a two year program are discussed. (AB)

Brief study of the library situation in Asian countries with recommendations for improving the existing conditions. (NH)

Describes interdenominational, international organization of 1,500 members (individuals, churches and synagogues, institutions, affiliated groups) which encourages congregational librarianship and provides guidance in establishment of library service. History, membership, organizational structure, workshops, publications, standards, participation…

Outlines participation of Canadian librarians in the world of international librarianship, mentioning the role of librarians in such organizations as the Canadian Library Association, the Ontario Library Association, the National Library, the Library of Parliament, UNESCO, and the International Federation of Library Associations. (EJS)

Provides a brief history of the life of Melvil Dewey, describing his many accomplishments in several diversified areas. Fourteen references are listed. (CHC)

This 30th annual report on placements and salaries of graduates of 63 ALA accredited library schools reveals no surprises in its 12 table summary of data. Changes in presentation include the additions of Special Libraries and Other Information Specialities as categories, and the conversion of Canadian salaries to U.S. dollars. (RAA)

Reports placements and salaries of graduates of ALA-accredited library school programs. Salaries and opportunities appear to be strongest in the category of "Other Libraries and Library Agencies." (RAA)

Reviews the growing controversy between library schools and archivists concerning educational programs for professional archivists. Internal division among archivists and hostility towards library-school-dominated education are examined. Renewed communication within the ACA and interested educational institutions is recommended. (RAA)

Addresses the problem of insufficient research in library schools, reviews pertinent literature, and offers a proposal for investigation of library education. (FM)

Reports on a questionnaire study of the role of assistant deans in the administrative structure of the library school. Included are personal and academic backgrounds of those holding this position, their responsibilities, and some of their attitudes regarding their roles. (Author/FM)

Teaching inferential statistics in library schools is advocated. Study regarding the use of statistics in the field's periodicals indicates more penetrating analyses could have been accomplished. A description of a research methods course at one school is included. (Author/MBR)

In learning, the teacher and the elements that constitute good teaching--substantive knowledge, communication, and professional experience--are major concerns. Experience is particularly important in the professional school, as is assessment of teacher performance. (Author/MBR)

A questionnaire covering individual characteristics of library school faculty in Britain and the United States revealed similarity in most respects. Causes and effects are suggested of differences in collegiate and professional education, public and academic library work experience, association membership, publications, and teaching loads.…