The Information Resources Specialist as Group Facilitator in an Organizational Setting.

Galligan, Sara

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Publication Date: 1985

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The Information Resources Specialist as Group Facilitator in an Organizational Setting.

Galligan, Sara

Special Libraries, v76 n4 p246-52 Fall 1985

Characteristics of group facilitator are similar to those of information specialist as one who gathers information, clarifies questions, builds up and breaks down knowledge, presents balanced points of view, and defines problems and strategies for resolution. Information specialist has opportunity to meet organizational needs through traditional library operations. (9 references) (EJS)

Descriptors: Group Dynamics, Information Scientists, Information Services, Management Teams, Occupational Information, Organizational Climate, Participative Decision Making, Problem Solving, Staff Role, Teamwork

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