A tentative draft of standards for accreditation of graduate programs of library education established by the American Library Association is set forth. (1 reference) (AB)

Examines issues arising from recent controversy associated with American Library Association's (ALA) support of MLS degree as minimum requirement for professional employment. Highlights include ALA involvement in legal cases and viewpoints of ALA groups focusing on goals, constituency and handling of conflict versus nature of librarianship and its…

A firm proposal is made for a statement of policy on library training and education, and the utilization of manpower in libraries. This policy statement is intended to recommend categories of library manpower, and levels of training and education appropriate to the preparation of personnel for these categories, which will support the highest…

Describes the American Library Association's Spectrum Initiative that provides scholarships to library-school students of color in an effort to increase the number of librarians of color in the profession. Highlights include diversity, mentoring, and personal experiences of students and mentors. (LRW)

Presents views of "expert witness" in defense of MLS degree from American Library Association (ALA) accredited library school as an employment qualification. Job advertisements, case of Glenda Merwine, sex discrimination, statement from Association of College and Research Libraries, and a challenge to ALA are highlighted. Eight…

Presents a global perspective on libraries and access to information. Topics include information policies, including intellectual property rights and censorship issues; the education and training of librarians; demographics and cultural changes; government and non-government activities; and the role of IFLA (International Federation of Library…