American Library Association Conference 2009
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to provide a flavour of the content of the American Library Association Annual Conference held in Chicago in July 2009.
Design/methodology/approach
The approach takes the form of an outline description of the issues, content, networking, speakers and participants of this conference.
Findings
This major conference covered many topical issues and themes, latest trends and research and leading edge technology applicable to librarians and information professionals internationally. It facilitated many networking opportunities.
Originality/value
The paper is a conference report of value to librarians and information professionals, as the variety of themes apply to the various aspects of library and information work.
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Citation
Ashcroft, L. (2010), "American Library Association Conference 2009", New Library World, Vol. 111 No. 1/2, pp. 70-74. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074801011015720
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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