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Arthur, Gwen

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ERIC Number: EJ577845

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1998

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The "Graying" of Librarianship: Implications for Academic Library Managers.

Arthur, Gwen

Journal of Academic Librarianship, v24 n4 p323-27 Jul 1998

Examines myths and realities of aging in the academic library workforce and other work environments. Discusses technology-related changes in higher education; technology training; performance evaluation and career development for veteran library staff; managing change with late-career employees; implications for public and reference services; and legal implications of an aging workforce. (AEF)

Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Age, Age Discrimination, Equal Opportunities (Jobs), Higher Education, Legal Responsibility, Library Administration, Library Personnel, Library Science, Library Services, Staff Development, Technological Advancement, Work Environment

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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