Argues that curriculum development in information science involves clarification of the scope and character of information science, and demands new approaches in dealing with the phenomenon of information transfer in various settings. A theoretical perspective is developed to generate novel approaches to the education of information professionals.…

Problems in creating appropriate library and information science professional education for Yugoslavia are considered. These include choice between undergraduate and postgraduate programs; number and location of education programs; teaching staff; part-time character of postgraduate courses; overseas training; language of instruction; availability…

The results of a survey of accredited library education programs in the United States indicate the increasing use of microcomputers in library education, and lead to predictions of even greater use in simulations of systems, programming library applications, statistical analysis of research results, management information systems, and tutorial…

Examines the relevance of library and information science (LIS) studies in the United Kingdom for students from developing countries. Reasons for studying in the United Kingdom, relevance of the curriculum, student expectations, and characteristics of successful students are covered; and three approaches to LIS studies for foreign students are…

Outlines some of the issues that should be considered in defining and assessing the problems alleged to be encountered by overseas students in United Kingdom educational institutions. The bases for differences in student perceptions of programs of study, the influence of noneducational factors, and judgments about curriculum are discussed. (three…

Discusses issues surrounding the enrollment of students from developing countries in educational programs in the United Kingdom. Student motivation and teacher expectations are examined; and the curriculum, course information packs, foreign students' expectations and perspectives, and tips for studying in the developing world are covered. (two…

Presents the experience of 151 survey respondents from 49 developing countries with information studies programs in the United Kingdom. Data are also presented on the subject areas and materials of respondents' future educational needs. Approaches to future programing and areas for further study are covered, and a copy of the survey is included.…

Describes the international activities of the Thames Valley University's Department of Information Management, including formal academic links with overseas institutions, development of short courses for practitioners, discussion meetings, staff and student visits, and enrollment of international students. Topics addressed include personnel,…

Argues that training in the use of computer based retrieval systems fails to meet many of the needs of staff and end-user searchers in health sciences information and that, although structured training programs present several advantages, they are rarely implemented. It is recommended that a design process based on Needs-Objectives-Content-Method…

Provides technical description of system (SOCRATE) used to re-transmit searches from searching terminal to second, remote terminal, where end user or inexperienced searcher can observe search strategy development and interact with search. Use of the system as searching and training aids and experiences at Consorci d'Informacio i Documentacio de…

Presents a series of articles written by paraprofessionals and originally presented as part of a conference for library assistants. The descriptions of paraprofessional responsibilities in a variety of library settings include children's programs, outreach programs, library technical services, and administrative roles. A bibliography on…

Discusses the role of history within the discipline of library and information studies. Topics addressed include steps in the historical method, i.e., research, source criticism, and synthesis; the interdisciplinary nature of the history of books; analytical bibliography; and the design and aesthetics of information, including print and electronic…

Presents arguments for the importance of a historical approach in the library and information science curriculum. Highlights include learning from past mistakes; understanding the reason for successful ventures; censorship and intellectual freedom; professional identity; and integrating historical background into each course. (Contains five…

Discusses the importance of historical studies for librarians and how knowledge of the past contributes to the research base. Social science and historical perspectives on library research are considered; and hypothesis testing, the study of causality, and the history of information practices are examined. (Contains eight references.) (LRW)

Presents the reflections of a designer of visual interfaces for online public access catalogs regarding the importance of a historical perspective for design practices. Topics discussed include cognitive psychology research; conventions for organizing information; and the ongoing process of changes in media. (LRW)