What's New in Library School?
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CE |
Date |
Start |
End |
Track |
Room |
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1 |
11/10/2008 |
9:00AM |
10:15AM |
Administration & Mgmt.
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Gettysburg B |
Description:
What’s New in Library School?
Tara Thomas, Young Adult Specialist, Upper Dublin Public Library
Marianne Hooper, Publicity and Programming, Upper Merion Township Library
Michael Packard, Children’s Librarian, Pottstown Public Library
Robyn Train, Adult Service/Reference Librarian, William Jeanes Memorial Library
When did you attend library school? Whether you went to library school over thirty years ago or within the last decade, chances are there are times when you feel like a dinosaur amidst our rapidly changing profession. Join four current MLIS students as they discuss “what’s new in library school” and its implications for you and your library. From changes in traditional services and expanding job roles to new technologies and current trends, you won’t miss this overview of today’s classroom knowledge as it relates to public libraries. Topics will include management and administration, reference and public services as well as marketing, Web 2.0 and professional ethics issues.
Sponsor: Support Staff Round Table
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