There is a considerable difference of opinion in the bibliographic repertoire to which students are exposed and the numbers and types of specific titles which they are required to recognize. (AB)

The need for librarians to participate in professional continuing education is stressed. (MF)

A survey of American library education and development in the last century. (LS)

Addresses three issues of library science in the United States during the 20th century: (1) use of European documentation efforts; (2) the "information science versus library science" argument; and (3) technological innovation in librarianship. Also examines the role of technology in library science at the University of Chicago's…

The objectives, depth of coverage, structure, and content of the course in fundamentals of library science at Drexel University Graduate School of Library Science are described. The syllabus of the course is appended. (PF)

The history of librarianship in Ghana began in 1944 when Miss Fegan, an experienced librarian, was assigned by the British Council to run a training course for library assistants at the Achimota College Library. The subsequent development of libraries, library schools, and librarianship in Ghana is traced. To become a professional librarian in…

Iranian library school development is discussed by describing the oldest and largest of the three existing schools, the Department of Library Science at the University of Tehran. This department has had strong American influence, and is one of West Asia's largest and best developed library schools. The author briefly discusses the following…

Discussion of reasons frequently used to justify higher degrees in librarianship includes a brief overview of the current status of library education in Australia. (BBM)

This account of highlights in library education in the past two decades has not reflected a pattern of orderly development toward widely agreed upon objectives. This is because the times have not been orderly or consistent in the demands made upon the profession. (11 references) (Author)

Described is the Personalized System of Instruction (PSI) used at the University of Texas School of Library Science. (2 references) (SJ)

A year spent on curriculum renewal has most frequently resulted in old content being put into more sophisticated packages which are more appealing to the designer than the student. (Author)

Simulation has demonstrated its ability as a teaching tool and deserves further trials in other subjects in the library school curriculum. (AB)