First-Level LIS Education and Training: A Comparison between South Africa and Canada
Overview & Synopsis
This paper presents a comparison of first-level LIS education and training between South Africa and Canada, and based on this comparative description, qualitative identification of similarities and differences are made to highlight strengths and weaknesses in each case. The paper concludes that while similarities exist, the differences stem largely from the different social contexts in which this education is located. Notwithstanding this, there are lessons to be learnt from the endeavors of each of these countries. (Contains 1 footnote.)
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Document Information
| Document Title | First-Level LIS Education and Training: A Comparison between South Africa and Canada |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Raju, J., Arsenault, C. |
| Subject & Discipline | Foreign Countries, Information Science Education, Library Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 2007 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-164433 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |