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As a ‘seasoned’ new professional, Loida is always eager to explore the perspectives of new librarians from different regions of the world to encourage senior library decision makers to adopt a plan to develop, train and retain newcomers. In 2006 she surveyed 176 librarians from five continents and 12 countries and published her findings on article entitled International Perspectives on the New Librarian Experience on an issue of Feliciter (Canadian Library Association Magazine) dedicated to New Librarians. The article is not online (yet!) but here is the scanned document feliciterarticle.pdf This research has been used by international and national library associations, and LIS programs as a reference to establish plans of action including new librarians. Currently, Loida is working on a follow-up international survey about new librarians worldwide (May 2010).
NEWS:
The Global Librarian, one-day event during IFLA Annual Conference in Goteborg, Sweden. August 9, 2010. Call for presentations and more details here!
- Moving In, Moving Up, and Moving On: Strategies for Regenerating the Library and Information Profession. August 18-20, 2009. Bologna, Italy. Joint New Professionals Special Interest Group and CPDWL IFLA Pre-Conference.
- Creating a Positive Work Environment for a Multi-generational Library and Information Workforce. Joint New Professionals Special Interest Group and CPDWL program at IFLA Congress in Milan, Italy. http://www.ifla.org/annual-conference/ifla75/call-cpdwl-en.htm
Websites:
AILA, Australian Library and Information Association/ New Graduates Group
CLA, Canadian Library Association/ New Librarians and Information Professionals
CILIP, Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (UK) / Career Development Group
New York Library Association/New Members Round Table/ Sites of Interest to New Librarians
ALA/American Library Association/ New Members Round Table
IFLA, International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions / New Professionals Discussion Group
- articles and books by information professionals and links to online resources
Selected Articles:
Bird, J. (2005). Ready and Waiting for the Future: New Librarians and Succession Planning. Feliciter, 51(1), 36-37.
Espinal, I. & Adkins, D. (2004). The Diversity Mandate. Library Journal, 129(7), 52-54.
Garcia-Febo, L. (2005). New Professionals Wave at IFLA. Versed, January 2005.
Griffits, J. (1997). The New Information Professional. Presentation at 1997 ASIS Annual Meeting, Washington DC.
Gordon, R.S. (2005). Generational Journeys. Library Journal, 130(3), 42-42. Holt, R. & Strock, A.L. (2005). The Entry-Level Gap. Library Journal, 130(8), 36-38.
Howard, S. (2004). Tips for New Librarians. Library Media Connection, 23(3), 17-17.
Newhouse, R. & Spisak, A. (2004). Fixing the First Job. Library Journal, 129(13), 44-46.
Stoddart, R. A., Bryant, T. W., Baker, A. L., Lee, A. & Spencer, B. (2006). PERSPECTIVES ON…Going Boldly Beyond the Reference Desk: Practical Advice and Learning Plans for New Reference Librarians Performing Liaison Work. The Journal of Academic Librarianship, 32(4), 419-427.
Tella, A. (2006). The Impact of Self-Efficacy and Prior Computer Experience on the Creativity of New Librarians in Selected University Libraries in Southwest Nigeria. Library Philosophy and Practice, 8:2, 1-10.
