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ISSN: 0143-5124
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Online from: 1979
Subject Area: Library and Information Studies
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Learning, community give library and information associations a bright future
| Title: | Learning, community give library and information associations a bright future |
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| Author(s): | Janice R. Lachance, (Special Libraries Association (SLA), Alexandria, Virginia, USA) |
| Citation: | Janice R. Lachance, (2006) "Learning, community give library and information associations a bright future", Library Management, Vol. 27 Iss: 1/2, pp.6 - 13 |
| Keywords: | Change management, Information organizations, Learning, Libraries |
| Article type: | Research paper |
| DOI: | 10.1108/01435120610647901 (Permanent URL) |
| Publisher: | Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
| Abstract: | Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the new set of skills needed by information associations to face the change in the global community they are to represent. Design/methodology/approach – The paper looks at the strategies of the Special Library Association whose benefits and services are aimed at three key areas: learning, networking and advocacy. Findings – The paper finds that for library and information associations to create a healthy future they must devise flexible and forward-looking strategies that connect the individual member with goals of the organization. Originality/value – The paper provides a useful perspective on the future path of library and information associations in the global community. |
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