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Nelson, Corrine O. – Library Journal, 1994
Describes the highlights of the Second National Conference of African American Librarians, held in Milwaukee (Wisconsin) in August 1994, that focused on multicultural issues. An overview of conference programs discusses leadership development and the dangers of diversity. Sidebar articles list conference award winners and exhibitors. (KRN)
Descriptors: Awards, Blacks, Conferences, Cultural Differences
International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands). – 1984
Papers on the education and training of librarians presented at the 1984 IFLA general conference include: (1) "Training and Developing a Professional for the Widening Library Responsibilities: A Management View," in which Charles K. Wambugu (Kenya) examines the management requirements for a professional librarian and discusses the role…
Descriptors: Curriculum, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Information Science
PDF pending restorationFlorida Dept. of State, Tallahassee. Div. of Library and Information Services. – 1996
This publication is a directory of Florida libraries and related organizations, and contains statistical data for Florida public libraries for fiscal year 1994-95. The report lists members of the State Library Council, Florida State Advisory Council on Libraries, Florida Library Network Council, Staff Directory, State Library of Florida…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Library Administration
Peer reviewedCurran, William M. – College & Research Libraries, 2003
Discusses the impending shortage of academic librarians as current librarians retire, based on research in Canada and the United States. Topics include experience and expertise; hiring, retention, and professional development; succession planning that includes management experience; chances for advancement into progressively responsible positions;…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Aging in Academia, Employment Opportunities, Employment Projections
Peer reviewedSheldon, Brooke E. – Library Trends, 1992
Discusses attributes of library leaders that are based on a study of library leaders from academic, public, and school libraries; library school deans; and national library association executives. Four recurring characteristics are highlighted: intensity; communication and listening skills; consistency and the ability to develop trust; and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Administrator Characteristics, Deans, Elementary Secondary Education
Download full textCohen, Nathan M.; Denison, Barbara; Boehlert, Jessie C. – Office of Education, US Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, 1963
During the last decade, research has become increasingly important to the profession of librarianship. Seven library schools now have doctoral programs, foundation grants have stimulated and supported scores of major projects, and the research method has been recognized as an accepted technique for solving library problems. The increasing volume…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Educational History, Annotated Bibliographies, Doctoral Dissertations
