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Peer reviewedKibirige, Harry M. – International Library Review, 1989
Discusses the need to restructure information science education programs for developing nations in such a way that the programs are appropriate and relevant to the special needs of these countries. A definition for a new discipline called Development Information Science is presented. (14 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Developing Nations, Economic Development, Educational Needs
Peer reviewedRao, P. Gangadhara; Babu, B. Ramesh – International Library Review, 1990
Describes library and information science education in South India. The development of library schools is related; various degree programs are explained; the growth of research is discussed; recent trends are examined, including distance education opportunities; inservice training for librarians is considered; and placement opportunities are…
Descriptors: Degrees (Academic), Developing Nations, Distance Education, Educational Trends
Peer reviewedBoumarafi, B. B.; Haythornthwaite, J. – International Library Review, 1988
Reviews the development of educational programs for library technicians, librarians, and information professionals in Algeria and describes the current educational structure. Topics discussed include the need for improvements in curriculum development, teaching staff development, library facilities, and the use of information technologies. (CLB)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Peer reviewedMohamed, Oli – International Library Review, 1982
Outlines the characteristics of a postindustrial society, describes the role of information professionals within such a society, and presents a model curriculum for information managers. Education for library/information management in Malaysia is discussed and an outline of the library science curriculum at the MARA Institute of Technology is…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Developing Nations, Futures (of Society), Higher Education
Peer reviewedWeiming, Li – International Library Review, 1989
Discusses contemporary developments in professional education for library and information personnel in the People's Republic of China over the last decade. Trends and directions toward strategic planning and further improvements are discussed. A list of universities and colleges offering library and information science programs is appended. (13…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Development, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Peer reviewedTallman, Julie I. – International Library Review, 1991
Describes a study that examined the perceptions and attitudes of international students toward library and information science programs in the United States. Questionnaires from international doctoral students were used to answer questions about their academic concerns, relevance of programs to their own countries and needs, and faculty attitudes…
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Doctoral Programs, Foreign Students, Higher Education
