Libraries as Tools for Professional Development
Libraries as Tools for Professional Development
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2004-06-20
Authors
Ibrahim, Umar
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Abstract
The paper traces the development of Professions vis-a-vis Professional bodies and associations. The process of Individual development within the Professions is discussed. Highlighting the role libraries and Information centers have been playing towards effective Professional Development, the paper pins down some very significant Information services that Librarians/Information specialists need to provide for sustainable
Professional Development. Because of the vast opportunities offered by ICTs, the paper concludes by re-echoing
the calls made by many Library and Information Scientists for the urgent need for Libraries and Information
centers to acquire, utilize and harness the Information resources and services available globally through the
ICTs for professional development.
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Post-print Journal Article
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Libraries,, Professional Development