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Peer reviewedGaller, Anne M. – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
This discussion of the possible endorsement of library technician programs by the Canadian Library Association examines various program evaluation options, including accreditation, certification, licentiate, and public review. The role of the library technician and guidelines for educational programs are also discussed. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Accreditation (Institutions), Distance Education, Educational Certificates
Peer reviewedHudson, Judith – Cataloging and Classification Quarterly, 1987
Describes patterns observed in the on-the-job training of copy and original catalogers, noting similarities and differences, and provides recommendations for both the training of new staff and continuing education for experienced staff. (CLB)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Continuing Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedChapman, Susan – Canadian Library Journal, 1984
Discusses approaches used to educate library professionals and paraprofessionals and examines the role of library technicians in a cataloging unit. Results of a survey of 20 library technicians employed in six public, academic, and special libraries in Ontario are reported, noting responsibilities and career satisfaction. Twenty-four references…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Foreign Countries, Library Education, Library Science
Peer reviewedMaltese, Susan Miller – Community & Junior College Libraries, 1985
Examines recent trends in academic library staffing patterns. Describes a study conducted to investigate the current state of library/media technical assistant programs. Analyzes the program brochures and degree requirements of 48 two-year colleges. Discusses survey responses from 18 colleges related to program enrollment, graduate follow-up, and…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Community Colleges, Degree Requirements, Graduate Surveys
Johnson, Ian M. – 1980
Based on discussions with librarians, library personnel managers, and instructors involved in junior college library technician programs in eight cities, this report of a September 1980 study tour describes the training of library technicians in the United States. Sections cover aims of the study tour; planning the tour; the organization of…
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Advisory Committees, Associate Degrees, Career Guidance
Download full textWills, Deborah – 1993
This manual was produced during the 1992-93 Wilfrid Laurier University in Ontario school year to be used as a reference guide and a training tool for library support staff assigned to work at the library's information desks. Its purpose is to help ensure a uniform standard of service and to provide practical procedures for information and basic…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Databases, Ethical Instruction, Foreign Countries
Katz, Bill, Ed. – 1992
The 25 articles in this book were written by librarians as a guide for reference services personnel working in two-year college libraries. Part I, The Community College Reference Mission, includes "Community College Services," by Derrie B. Roark; "Community College Librarianship: A Changing Frontier," by Marilyn Searson Lary; "Typical Is Atypical:…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Bibliographic Databases, Bibliographic Utilities, Community Colleges
