Continuing Professional Education for the Information Society
Continuing Professional Education for the Information Society

Author: Patricia Layzell Ward

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2013-02-07

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 3110958988

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The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. It is the global voice of the information profession. The series IFLA Publications deals with many of the means through which libraries, information centres, and information professionals worldwide can formulate their goals, exert their influence as a group, protect their interests, and find solutions to global problems.

Continuing Education for Librarians
Continuing Education for Librarians

Author: Carol Smallwood

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2013-02-26

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 0786468866

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It is an exciting time to be a librarian. Advances in technology have let libraries expand far beyond walls and lead the way in information delivery, while transforming the physical library into a place where customers can connect to information in new ways. It is also a challenging time to be a librarian. With continual change as the new normal, staying current can seem overwhelming. Even as they face budget shortfalls and staff reductions, librarians are tasked with finding the time and resources to keep abreast of rapid changes. This book offers a cornucopia of practical advice about how to acquire new skills (and formal and informal credentials) through all stages of a career. The 27 essays cover formal and online education, conferences, fellowships, workshops, networking, teaching, mentoring, balancing personal with professional lives, and money matters--and are filled with practical, honest and real-world advice.

Continuing Education of Reference Librarians
Continuing Education of Reference Librarians

Author: Bill Katz

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-12-06

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13: 1000757730

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This book, first published in 1990, addresses the concerns of librarians that they must be informed and educated in order to excel in their work. It focuses on specific types of training for librarians. Authorities explain pioneering programs in California and Maryland which deal with teaching basic reference tools to beginning librarians and paraprofessionals. They also discuss the role of multitype networks in continuing education as the most cost and time efficient means available today, and the use of self-directed contract learning as a method that requires long-term planning and rewards in contrast to the immediate results of a short-term plan of education. The management perspective of continuing education is also included. Working library directors offer their observations on sound, inspirational approaches to continuing education. They also examine the critical role department heads play as mentor to beginning reference librarians.

Delivering Lifelong Continuing Professional Education Across Space and Time
Delivering Lifelong Continuing Professional Education Across Space and Time

Author: Blanche Woolls

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2013-02-06

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 3110948583

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The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. It is the global voice of the information profession. The series IFLA Publications deals with many of the means through which libraries, information centres, and information professionals worldwide can formulate their goals, exert their influence as a group, protect their interests, and find solutions to global problems.

Continuing Education Needs of Special Librarians
Continuing Education Needs of Special Librarians

Author: Lawrence A. Allen

Publisher: [New York] : Special Libraries Association

Published: 1974

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13:

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Literature survey of educational research relating to the continuing education needs of specialized librarians (and selected professional workers) - includes a bibliography pp. 39 to 53.

Introduction to the Library and Information Professions
Introduction to the Library and Information Professions

Author: Roger C. Greer

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA

Published: 2013-06-11

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 161069158X

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This comprehensive book prepares readers for a changing profession in the library and information field, presenting a holistic approach that examines theories and models and utilizes creative problem-solving strategies. In this rapidly changing, knowledge-based society, library and information professionals require a broad understanding of the profession. Introduction to the Library and Information Professions, Second Edition presents a toolbox of models that enable this essential understanding for undergraduate and graduate students in library and information science programs as well as practicing professionals seeking continuing education. The materials in this second edition reflect the latest trends in the library and information profession, including services and issues that stem from new advances in technology. The authors present "big picture" information that will allow readers to better plan and implement client-entered services, discussing topics such as the life cycle of information, the role of library and information professionals as change agents, models of information transfer, the national information infrastructure, and important trends and developments. The contents provide readers with clear guidance and a carefully explained rationale for lifelong careers as information professionals.

Continuing Professional Development - Preparing for New Roles in Libraries: A Voyage of Discovery
Continuing Professional Development - Preparing for New Roles in Libraries: A Voyage of Discovery

Author: Paul Genoni

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2006-05-02

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 3598440162

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Librarians and information workers the world over are faced with the constant challenge of remaining abreast of developments in their field. Rapid changes in technology and workplace roles threaten to make their skills obsolete unless they undertake constant professional development. This international collection presents a comprehensive overview of current continuing professional development theory and practice for those who manage and work in library and information services. Papers by academics and practitioners describe numerous innovative responses to emerging continuing education and training needs, including workplace learning; individual learning and learning organisations.