Continuing professional development of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago
Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication
ISSN: 2514-9342
Article publication date: 14 December 2018
Issue publication date: 29 January 2019
Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to present a detailed investigation into the approaches of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago in pursuing continuing professional development (CPD) activities. The paper also examines the extent of their participation in CPD at both the institutional and external levels in contributing to the development of their careers.
Design/methodology/approach
The instrument used was a questionnaire which assesses the effectiveness of the librarians in their involvement in and attitude toward CPD activities.
Findings
The paper demonstrates the active role and willingness of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago in providing and participating in CPD training and support to library and information personnel at both the national and international levels.
Originality/value
The paper underscores the effectiveness of a group of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago who pursue and provide a high level of CPD activities to professionals.
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Citation
Bowen-Chang, P. and Hosein, Y. (2019), "Continuing professional development of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago", Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication, Vol. 68 No. 1/2, pp. 93-111. https://doi.org/10.1108/GKMC-08-2018-0072
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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