An experiment concerned with presentation formats for Dialectic Information Systems (DIS) is described. The experiment investigates the effects of explicit DIS training on an individual's world view. (Author/PF)

History and present status of education for librarianship in Iran. (LS)

Recent events which tend to improve the situation in Indonesia's libraries include an historic favorable speech by the president, the organization of a National Library Congress, a National Workshop on Children's Libraries, the integration of the library profession into a single association, and the proposal for a national library. (Author/LS)

This bibliography of 184 items was compiled in connection with the Library Technology Program of the Kennedy-King College. The items listed were acquired by the college library to support the course work. Pamphlets, books and periodical titles are included, and items suggested for initial purpose are indicated. (JB)

Julia Emmons, an assistant professor at Emory University's Division of Librarianship, comments on librarianship and library education. (PF)

It was discovered that the number of subject Ph.D.s enrolling in library schools is increasing rapidly, that job opportunities for subject Ph.D.s in librarianship are very good, and that subject Ph.D.s are generally employed in choice positions. (Author)

Discussion of the pros and cons of continuing education--mandatory and otherwise--for librarians. (MBR)

The concept of intellectual freedom, and its presence or lack of presence in library education programs, is discussed. (KP)

Analysis of teaching methods and student responses in library colleges. (KP)

Authentication and certification of documents should be established as a part of the selection process in archives. Introductory courses in document examination are advocated for archival training programs. (JPF)