Library and information science education in Malaysia: past, present and prospect. Ciencias de la Información, 43 (3). pp. 67-73. ISSN 0864-4659 (2012)
Abstract
This paper covers the developments of Library and Information Studies education in Malaysia from the past, the present and considers its prospect in the near future. As key institutions in the knowledge-based society that Malaysia aspires to achieve by 2020, library and information education is a critical component of that equation, i.e.in producing competent, knowledgeable, highly skilled information professionals to assist and provide support for various information needs of the different sections of society. Highlights the historical beginnings of the library school development in Malaysia, and the role played by both the Malayan Library Group and the Librarians Association of Malaysia. Describes the various universities that are currently offering undergraduate and postgraduate level programs. Compares the entry and graduate requirements of the postgraduate level programs offered by three academic institutions. The diversity and commonality that exists in the different faculties providing library and information studies education exhibits the strengths and the multifarious approaches adopted by each faculty in their program offerings. Certainly LIS has become increasingly challenging in the context of emerging information communication technologies. Each faculty must strive to consistently design and review their curricula to meet with the current information needs of the society. Library and information studies education in Malaysia must continuously evolve with the changing needs of the profession and the information industry in order for the library and information profession to remain relevant in the future.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Keywords: | Library and information studies education, Library management, Librarians, LIS Programs, Education and training, Information professionals |
| Taxonomy: | By Subject > Information Management > Library and Information Management By Subject > Information Management > Library Science |
| Local Content Hub: | Subjects > Information Management |
| Depositing User: | Muhammad Shafiq Amirullah |
| Date Deposited: | 13 May 2022 09:34 |
| Last Modified: | 13 May 2022 09:34 |
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