Discusses the mechanisms and motivations for the development and coordination of standards within the information field, especially in the light of recent technological advances, and identifies some problems associated with standardization. Four references are cited. (FM)

Information science is presently a mechanistic discipline which needs to be humanized. There must be more communication between librarians and information scientists, perhaps through seminars and exchanges, to bring the advantages of computerization to bear on human needs. (LS)

Reports on applications of bibliometrics (measurement of book or compositional entities according to methods that yield comparable results) in the field of information science. Highlights include quantification and qualification, Bradford's Law of Scattering, applications and classifications of citation analysis, and bibliometrics in library…

The Index allows both forward and retrospective searching and is easy to compile and manipulate by machine. (AB)

Describes the characteristics of SPEAKEASY, an interactive computer language, and explains how it can be incorporated and used in information science courses in library schools. General headings include SPEAKEASY descriptions, comparison with other languages, functional usage of SPEAKEASY (text creation, editing, programming), and special…

Focuses on the accomplishments of the National Commission of Libraries and Information Science including development of a planning document; studies of topics important to the information community; agreements with other agencies to improve service to the elderly; formulation with Canadian and British agencies of an international agenda; and the…

The information community'' is seen as consisting of three primary groups: Processors, Libraries, Users. These groups have overlapping areas of interest, function and concern, as well as motives and needs which are respectively unique. It is desirable that these groups gain deeper mutual understanding. (1 reference) (Author)

Special librarianship, existing midway between librarianship and information science, requires specialized schools, special admission criteria, and a specialized curriculum with emphasis on librarian involvement with users in the environmental context of their needs. (Author)

Discusses the societal implications of advanced information technology, focusing on ethical questions and the personal responsibility of the information professional in designing information systems. (FM)

The development and present state of the Center for Post-Graduate Study in Librarianship, Documentation and Information Sciences is described. At present the center offers two graduate degrees in the areas of 1.) librarianship; 2.) museology; 3.) archivistics; and 4.) information sciences and services. This paper centers primarily on librarianship…

A model for a master's degree program in library and information science is suggested. The degree ought to certify that its holder has presented evidence of basic competencies needed for successful professional practice. Professional associations have a responsibility to define the competencies necessary to practice at the professional level in…

Describes the economic and societal perspectives of information and its importance to society by analyzing the nature of the information sector. A new classification model of the information economy is proposed, and implications for policy decision making in an information society are suggested. (25 references) (LRW)

Discussed are present trends in library education in information science, as based on a survey of course offerings found in library school catalogs. The courses offered are divided into five basic categories, and new directions in library education for information science are discussed. Recommendations for improvement of curricula are included.…

Presents an historical perspective and analysis of information policy issues, including the relationship between public and private sectors, information and productivity, and the role of government. Ten references are cited. (FM)

A general theory and taxonomy of human communication is discussed within which the information handling propensities of the special librarian can be evaluated for relevance to the axioms of library and information science. (Author)