Because the information/library field in and around London seems well-provided with short courses covering a wide range of topics of presumed interest to people working in this field, a project was undertaken to design and test measures for assessing short courses and to explore the possibility of applying evaluation measures to such courses.…

The bibliography covers books, pamphlets and periodical articles written in English since 1965, on all aspects of the librarianship of non-book materials. Some earlier publications are included either because of their importance or because there is a lack of more recent literature on the subject. Entries are grouped under broad headings in the…

The use of computer technology for the storage and rapid retrieval of information about instructional media requires the development of nationally accepted guidelines or standards for catalog information and computer input. The Department of Audiovisual Instruction (DAVI) organized a task force to develop standards for cataloging educational media…

A bibliography is presented which covers the areas of library education; library science research; educational research; curriculum planning; teaching methods; various uses of media; school libraries and media centers; social science research; educational societies, associations, and research bureaus; and accreditation. Types of materials cited…

This overview study examines the systems presently used at Purdue University to circulate library and audiovisual materials in the general library, the 28 departmental libraries, and the audiovisual center. Also examined are three basic approaches to the automation of library circulation systems, with examples drawn from systems already in…

This discussion of current and future trends in library and information science education focuses on curriculum design and development. Highlights include the influence of information technology, changing career opportunities, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, professional development, and Britain's contribution to overseas library and…

This paper represents work in progress that considers the role of research in international development programs undertaken to establish and develop schools of librarianship and information science, and some of the possible reasons why many have failed to develop once the external support was terminated. It notes that the development of a research…

Describes a fifth grade social studies unit on ancient civilizations that includes a comprehensive history of ancient Egypt, Rome, and Greece and integrates studio art, art history, library science, social studies, and computer literacy programs. Students utilize the library to do research and develop an oral presentation while also working on…

Presents a current picture of Ethiopian librarianship based on articles published since 1980. Highlights include the national library and national archives, including bibliographies; public libraries and reading rooms; academic libraries; school libraries; special libraries; and development of the library profession and education. (Author/LRW)

The opinions of library school faculty in public and school librarianship regarding journal prestige show wide divergence in their rankings. Public library faculty rank research journals more highly, in agreement with deans' assessments; and school library faculty rank general interest journals more highly. Implications for tenure and promotion…

Identifies multilingual and multicultural issues relevant to library and information science curricula today and outlines the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed by graduates to address these issues. Aspects of the curriculum, specific programs, and activities on which to focus are discussed. (13 references) (EA)

New technology and knowledge push organizations to upgrade and improve the skills of their staff. Paying for professional development programming is a common way of providing continuing education. This article describes a collaborative training program introduced to develop baseline competencies in Canadian academic libraries to support data…

The "Educational Media and Technology Yearbook" is dedicated to theoretical, empirical and practical approaches to educational media development. All chapters are invited and selected based on a variety of strategies to determine current trends and issues in the field. The 2009 edition will highlight innovative Trends and Issues in…

This College Library Information Packet (CLIP) Note surveys training programs in small and medium-sized academic libraries. In August 1995, 265 small and medium-sized academic libraries were sent a questionnaire; the response rate was 78% (n=206). A comprehensive analysis of survey results is followed by examples of training documentation…

This volume reviews current options for handling serials problems and clarifies fundamental issues in one of the greatest challenges confronting today's library and information science professionals. Focusing on the management of serials in libraries and the role of serials in scholarly communications, this book combines descriptive and…