Tag Archives: Librarianship
Report: The impact of technology on the future of libraries and librarianship
The Office for Information Technology Policy just released a report examining technology and its impact on the future of libraries. Checking out the future: perspectives from the library community on information technology and 21st century libraries discusses a broad range of topics that will interest … Continue reading
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Librarianship: A job or a profession?
I suppose this is a bit of a rant that I’d like to share. As a disclaimer, I do want to state that I’ve met many amazing people in this profession. However, those individuals who really stand out to me … Continue reading
Filed under Our Profession, Professional Ethics
Robbing Peter to Pay Paul: That’s Not Professional Conduct
When we attend library school, we are united by our interest in joining the library profession. As a team of soon-to-be professionals, we work in groups to discuss current issues facing libraries; we collaborate on projects and talk about emerging trends. … Continue reading
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Librarianship can be a struggle when it’s your second career
Most of us who come to the library are often starting our second career. Prior to becoming a librarian, I had not only managed a law firm, but had operated my own private music studio. At times, the transition that … Continue reading
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