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Peer reviewedMurr, Lawrence E.; Williams, James B. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Discusses emerging roles for the library and librarian, including services in the following areas: (1) special collection management and reference; (2) information systems; (3) expert systems; (4) electronic publishing; (5) telecommunications networking; and (6) computer support. The technologies of artificial intelligence, graphic imaging,…
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Information Technology, Librarians, Library Networks
Peer reviewedDrabenstott, Jon, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Several consultants address the issue of competencies required of professional librarians for the effective management of the automation process. Highlights include formal and professional ongoing education and the need for technical training and problem solving skills to enable librarians to evaluate and develop library systems effectively.…
Descriptors: Competency Based Education, Consultants, Critical Thinking, Evaluative Thinking
Peer reviewedSugnet, Chris, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Several online vendors discuss the educational and training requirements needed by professional librarians to manage the automation process effectively, including communication and management skills, a commitment to ongoing education, and the ability to evaluate capacities of future systems rather than expert knowledge of current systems.…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Competency Based Education, Educational Objectives, Evaluative Thinking
