Roger Greer, Robert Grover, Susan Fowler

Introduction to the Library and Information Professions

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This comprehensive book prepares readers for a changing profession in the library and information field, presenting a holistic approach that examines theories and models and utilizes creative problem-solving strategies. In this rapidly changing, knowledge-based society, library and information professionals require a broad understanding of the profession. Introduction to the Library and Information Professions, Second Edition presents a toolbox of models that enable this essential understanding for undergraduate and graduate students in library and information science programs as well as practicing professionals seeking continuing education. The materials in this second edition reflect the latest trends in the library and information profession, including services and issues that stem from new advances in technology. The authors present "big picture" information that will allow readers to better plan and implement client-entered services, discussing topics such as the life cycle of information, the role of library and information professionals as change agents, models of information transfer, the national information infrastructure, and important trends and developments. The contents provide readers with clear guidance and a carefully explained rationale for lifelong careers as information professionals.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Libraries Unlimited
• Seitenzahl: 216
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Juni 2013
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 254mm x 178mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 416g
• ISBN-13: 9781610691574
• ISBN-10: 1610691571
• Artikelnr.: 36760515

Autorenporträt

Roger C. Greer, MLS, PhD, is dean emeritus of the School of Library and Information Management at University of Southern California, former dean at Syracuse University, and professor emeritus at Emporia State University. Robert J. Grover, MLS, PhD, was associate vice president for academic affairs and dean of graduate studies at Emporia State University, where he had held the position of dean and professor of the School of Library and Information Management. Susan G. Fowler, MLS, teaches at Flint Hills Technical College in Emporia, KS, and remains active in the information consulting business she founded in 1993.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface Chapter 1: Introduction: Purpose and Objectives of This Book
Chapter Overview Why Read This Book? The Intended Audience Scope of the
Book The Role of Professionals The Value of Theory Theory in the
Information Professions Today Theory and Its Uses in Professional Service
Defining Terms Information and Communication Professions: Convergence and
Divergences Similarities and Differences among the Information Professions
Characteristics of a Profession Library Technicians and Library Assistants
Conclusion References Chapter 2: Creation, Diffusion, and Utilization of
Knowledge Chapter Overview Introduction Information and Data Knowledge
Creation of Knowledge Dissemination Diffusion Utilization Change and the
Evolution of Professions A Model for Explaining the Creation, Diffusion,
and Utilization of Knowledge Creating New Knowledge Diffusion of Knowledge
Public Policy Role of Professions in the Utilization of Knowledge
Implications for Information Professionals Summary References Chapter 3:
The Role of Professionals as Change Agents The Impact of Change on Society
Categories of Change The Paradigm Shift in Western Society The Paradigm
Shift in Disciplines and Professions Paradigm Shift in the Information
Professions Levels of User-Centered Services Conclusion References Chapter
4: The Science Supporting the Information Professions Chapter Overview The
Importance of Theory to Professionals Levels of Theory Characteristics
Common to the Information Professions The Science of the Information
Professions Policy and Environmental Context Conclusion References Chapter
5: Information Transfer in the Information Professions Chapter Overview
Introduction to Information Transfer A Closer Look at Information Transfer
Information Professions and Information Transfer A Model for Managing an
Information Utility Community Information Infrastructure Conclusion
References Chapter 6: The Cycle of Professional Service Chapter Overview
Role of the Professional The Diagnostic Process Diagnosing Information Use
Behaviors Theory Base for Diagnosis Implications for Practitioners The
Environmental Context Community Analysis Putting the Information to Work
Conclusion References Chapter 7: The Information Infrastructure Chapter
Overview Definition of "Information Infrastructure" A Model for Studying
the Information Infrastructure: The Transportation Infrastructure Elements
of the Information Infrastructure A Model for Analyzing the Information
Infrastructure A Model for the Technology and Information Infrastructure
Role of Information Professionals Conclusion References Chapter 8: The
Processes and Functions of Information Professionals Chapter Overview The
Importance of Customization The Processes of Building a Collection of
Resources The Functions of Information Agencies Levels of Service Putting
It All Together: The Role of the Professional References Chapter 9: The
Infrastructure of the Information Professions Chapter Overview
Characteristics of a Profession History Body of Knowledge Professional
Associations Literature of the Field Professional Education Accreditation
Guidelines for Service Code of Ethics Public Recognition Taxonomy of the
Information Professions Conclusion Chapter 10: Trends and Issues Chapter
Overview Introduction Information Infrastructure Issues Issues in
Library/Information Education Recent Studies in LIS Education Conclusion
References Appendix A: Codes of Ethics Appendix B: Professional
Organizations Appendix C: Professional Journals Bibliography Index