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Advancing LIS in iSchools: Building a Coalition To Ensure a Vibrant Future.

Authors :
Palmer, Carole L.
Bonn, Maria
Coward, Chris
Knox, Emily
Marzullo, Keith
Ndumu, Ana
Subramaniam, Mega
Thomer, Andrea
Source :
Proceedings of the Association for Information Science & Technology; Oct2023, Vol. 60 Issue 1, p825-828, 4p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

The LIS Forward initiative is addressing the urgent question: As LIS evolves within the context of iSchools, how do we best position our research and education programs to lead the field and the future of libraries? The initiative stems from the recognition that the evolution of iSchools presents opportunities and challenges for LIS and that there is great value in iSchools working together on charting directions forward. The growing coalition of iSchools is working to support LIS in taking full advantage of the multidisciplinary knowledge and expertise within iSchools, foster future leaders who will champion LIS within iSchools, and confront the dynamic tensions in research intensive iSchools. This session aims to engage international, professional, and academic stakeholders to guide activities and coalition building that can continue to strengthen LIS in iSchools. A panel will present highlights from a recent position paper to catalyze interactive, facilitated dialogue within the ASIS&T community on critical issues in LIS research and education. Breakout sessions will generate responses and recommendations to advance collaborative planning and strategy of value to LIS academic programs and the profession. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23739231
Volume :
60
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Proceedings of the Association for Information Science & Technology
Publication Type :
Conference
Accession number :
173115030
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/pra2.870