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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- ISSN
- 0307-4803
- DOI
- 10.1108/EUM0000000002421
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
The arrival of Continuing Professional Development CPD in thepublic consciousness of librarianship is a relatively new phenomenon,spurred on by rapid change in the information sector,technological push, obsolescence of initial professionalqualifications and societal changes. Outlines the benefits of CPD andcomments on the Library Associations new initiative in the CPD arena.Examines some basic problems in CPD planning and provision, notably theterminological difficulty embedded in the concept ofprofessional in the label CPD. Addresses thecontroversial area of mandatory versus compulsory CPD and the benefitsor disadvantages involved, including the important equalopportunities dimension.
Journal
New Library World – Emerald Publishing
Published: Feb 1, 1992