Librarians in Ghana: A Survey of their Social Origins and Status.

Alemna, A. A.

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Publication Date: 1991

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Librarians in Ghana: A Survey of their Social Origins and Status.

Alemna, A. A.

International Library Review, v23 n4 p401-11 Dec 1991

Examines the social origins and professional status of librarians in Ghana. Topics discussed include personal characteristics, i.e., age, sex, and marital status; types of libraries; parental influences on career choice; satisfaction with current status; the role of the Ghana Library Association; and the training of nonprofessional staff. (19 references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Career Choice, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Individual Characteristics, Job Satisfaction, Librarians, Libraries, Library Associations, Library Technicians, Parent Influence, Professional Recognition, Social Background, Status, Surveys, Training Methods

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Ghana

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