Identifies and synthesizes literature on role modeling and the place of educators as role models in women's professional development. Results of survey of master's level library science students designed to ascertain existence and influence of role models and their gender in career choices are reported. Questionnaire is appended. (29 references)…

Explores recent developments and future prospects in the area of professional development for special librarians and information service professionals. Formal education and continuing education programs are discussed; activities of the Special Libraries Association (SLA) are described; several case studies are reviewed; and the SLA's graduate…

Graduate programs must examine the curriculum for reference and information access professionals. Greater access to information sources by users has highlighted the need for reference and information professionals to develop new skills including more technological knowledge, a better understanding of user information-seeking, new instructional…

Strategies for designing effective professional development programs for research librarians are discussed, focusing on competencies of librarians and benefits to the organization. An internship model that outlines necessary components in the context of quality management and effectiveness is offered. (26 references) (EA)