Discusses the definitions, resources, library education, research methods, and the role of international agencies in the development of comparative and international librarianship. (Author/RAA)

Outlines the state of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) on the eve of its 48th General Conference, reviews the important functions of IFLA, summarizes the important issues in international librarianship to be addressed at the conference, describes the IFLA relationship with ALA, and briefly discusses IFLA and politics.…

Reports on the 1997 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) conference activities. Discusses the Standing Committee meetings; the workshop; IFLA programs; election results; prizes; and future conferences. Includes abstracts of the presentations. (AEF)

This overview of Indo-American cooperation in the field of librarianship suggests generalities governing the relationship and discusses future considerations. A brief history of involvement, private support, agency activity, and other cooperative efforts are reviewed. References are provided. (EJS)

This overview of UNESCO's role in the field of library education presents a historical perspective and UNESCO's future role, as well as discussion of the planning of comprehensive systems of national library service, UNESCO field missions and library education centers, international courses, and fellowships for travel and study abroad. (EJS)

Examines the impact of international librarianship on the library profession. Discusses language and the national embedment of certain information sources, especially education as part of the social sciences in general; cooperation (international, national, regional) for gathering and evaluating Internet resources; and the German Education…

Presents a bibliography of 482 publications on education and training for librarianship and information science published in 1991. The contents list, the classified arrangement, and a subject index for countries and regions provide subject access; and a name index for authors, organizations, and programs is included. (LRW)

Includes two reports: one from the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) that discusses digital libraries, standards, collaboration, and membership and structure of IFLA; and one that considers Canadian-American librarianship in the 21st century, including federal government policy, copyright reform, and…

Discusses international librarianship from two points of view: (1) library education that addresses the needs of the international library community; and (2) the participation of professional librarians in activities of library associations at the international level. Examines research in the field of librarianship and describes selected…

Describes the internship program offered by Ohio University to library and information professionals from the Asian and Pacific region. Origin of the program; purposes of internships; structure (length of training, scheduling, intern interests); costs (travel, living, administrative); and funding sources are noted. Recommendations for continuation…

Discusses past achievements and future plans of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) and other international organizations, such as UNESCO, that are concerned with library education and training. The fields of management and information technology are emphasized, and resolutions and recommendations from various international…

This discussion of current and future trends in library and information science education focuses on curriculum design and development. Highlights include the influence of information technology, changing career opportunities, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, professional development, and Britain's contribution to overseas library and…