Library Philosophy and Practice articles

Recent articles from Library Philosophy and Practice

Librarians' education in the age of knowledge: consideration of skills, methods, and tools.(Report)
April 1, 2009... Introduction Librarians and librarianship have been changed by the development and use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). The use of these technologies has changed our ideas about access and ownership. It has also changed our ideas about librarians' duties and...

The effect of information and communications technology (ICT) on teaching library and information science.(Report)
April 1, 2009... Introduction Rapid advances in information technology have provided new learning methods and environments. This has been the case for the teaching of librarianship in Iran, which has a 40-year history. More advancement is needed, however, and Iranian LIS programs need more use of...

Chat reference: training and competencies for librarians.(Report)
April 1, 2009... Introduction Technology has changed library services. In particular, the use of the Internet has made a significant difference in the way that traditional services are provided. Reference service is a critical service that has been changed by technology. Digital or virtual reference has...

The role of library and information science education in national development.(Report)
April 1, 2009... Introduction Information is a crucial factor in national development, and the ability to use information tools is considered a source of power (Bordbar, n.d.). In the 21st century governments must recognize this need for information use and literacy as a means of development (Noruzi,...

Small group teaching in library and information science.(Report)
April 1, 2009... Introduction Student learning is one of the primary goals of universities. Suitable student-oriented teaching methods can help motivate students and help them realize their potential. One of these methods is small group teaching. It is student-centered and the tutor plays the role of...