The 12 papers in this collection were presented at 6 sections of the Division of Education and Research: (1) "Emergence of the Asian Pacific Area and Its Impact on Education and Training of Librarians" (Maxine K. Rochester, Australia); (2) "The Cultural Aspects of Colonialism: Case Study of the Relevance of the Imported Curriculum…

In 1988, the Board of Directors of the Special Libraries Association provided funding to a task force to gather data which would determine how certain segments of society perceive librarians, how librarians view themselves and their colleagues, and to provide recommendations for addressing the issue of image. The task force project consisted of…

This report documenting the speeches and recommendations made during a conference on library and information services begins with three presentations: (1) "Preparing for Partnerships: Libraries and Educational Reform in Tennessee" (Secretary of State Bryant Millsaps); (2) "The Tennessee Governor's Conference on Library and…

Differing perspectives of reference collection development librarians and publishers are presented for the following topics: fairness of pricing trends; best/worst ways to communicate about new reference titles; deciding which sources should be published; impact of electronic materials on reference services; deciding on/selecting formats; and…

From a librarian's point of view, children using the Internet need to be cautioned about more than just the dangers of offensive materials and persons. Topics include teaching critical-use skills for evaluating electronic reference sources, problems with commercialism, and differentiating between fact and opinion. (LRW)

Describes a study that sought to facilitate curriculum planning by ascertaining the attitudes of library school alumni regarding the value of various competencies in a master's program. Highlights include the possible impact of electronic information on competency, a literature review, competencies rated by type of library, and ratings by…

Describes a study that investigated flexible scheduling in elementary school libraries that had received no funding to implement the change, focusing on the role of the principal in the implementation of flexible scheduling. Discusses change and leadership and examines the perceptions of principals, teachers, and librarians. (Author/LRW)

Describes issues raised during a major reorganization and consolidation of reference services at Oregon State University. Attitudes of reference librarians and library administrators are reported, steps involved in the reorganization are outlined, and reactions from faculty are discussed with emphasis on the need for cooperation between librarians…

Describes a study that (1) compared the amount of professional input into the decision-making process between board administered and municipally integrated public libraries, and (2) examined the relationships between levels of centralization (participation in decision making and hierarchy of authority), complexity (occupational specialties,…

Discusses systemic and individual racism within society and within higher education and considers its effects on the behavior and attitudes of librarians of color and their white colleagues. Highlights include institutional challenges; recruitment; job satisfaction; retention; and racism. (Contains 24 references.) (LRW)

A media specialist discusses methods for promoting a library media program. Highlights include a staff survey; monthly newsletters; community celebrity readings; fund raising; taped cable programs; flexibility; displays; communication with staff, parents, and students; supporting the principal and staff; and having a positive attitude. (AEF)

This study examined the use of service orientation as a selection criterion for public services librarians in public and academic libraries. Analysis of job advertisements and data collected by questionnaires sent to a sample of individuals responsible for hiring public services librarians indicated the importance of service orientation. (three…

Eighteen mature academic librarians were interviewed regarding acceptance as colleagues by teaching faculty. Performing the role of librarian and exploiting campus governance activities contributed significantly to collegial acceptance more than a common interest in research. The most important factor was self-confidence as a librarian. Models and…

Describes the changes that have taken place in librarianship in the former Soviet Union. The discussion covers the advantages and disadvantages of centralized planning, the reorganization of library systems in Russia and the Ukraine, the effects of democratization on organization and librarian attitudes, and the remnants of Russification in…

Discussion of customer service and Total Quality Management in academic libraries highlights selected customer-service training programs and popular customer-service videos. Topics discussed include utilizing campus resources; staff attitudes; commitment of administrators; and service training issues for academic library managers. (22 references)…