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  • 1.  Questions – Library Schools and Library Ed

    Posted Aug 23, 2024 07:31 PM

    Hi LearnRT,

    I have two questions:

    - What are similarities/differences between an ischool and traditional master’s degree program for librarianship? Is it more or less the same?

    - What can formal library educational programs to better prepare students to become librarians?



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    Bryan Gonzalez
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  • 2.  RE: Questions – Library Schools and Library Ed

    Posted Aug 25, 2024 01:39 PM

    I would think that any ALA-accredited program is going to be more or less the same. They all have to meet the same standards. But I wonder if iSchools might explore a greater range of careers/applications that just traditional librarianships.

    For your second question, I'm always in favor of internships/practicums. Getting graduate students out into the real world and working with real librarians is always a wonderful way to help ensure graduates are more prepared. Real world experience is a great teacher.



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    Lindsay O'Neill, MLIS, MEd
    President, Learning Round Table
    Principal, Lindsay O'Neill Consulting LLC
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