Continuing Education for Librarians: Essays on Career Improvement Through Classes, Workshops, Conferences and More

It is an exciting time to be a librarian. Advances in technology have allowed libraries to expand far beyond walls and lead the way in information delivery, while at the same time transforming the physical space of the library into a place where customers can connect to information in new ways. At the same time, it is a challenging time to be a librarian. With continual change as the new normal, staying current can seem overwhelming. Even facing budget shortfalls and staff reductions, librarians are tasked with finding the time and resources to keep abreast of rapid changes. This book offers a cornucopia of practical advice about how to acquire new skills as well as formal and informal credentials through all stages of a career. The 27 essays are divided into eight parts, covering topics such as formal and online education, conferences, fellowships, workshops, networking, teaching, mentoring, balancing a personal life with a professional one, and matters of money. Filled with practical, honest, and real-world advice, the book will prove valuable to librarians of all kinds.