A quiet revolution: how libraries are responding to the challenge of the knowledge age

Penny Carnaby

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    Abstract

    As countries throughout the world position themselves to take advantage of the knowledge age there is a quiet revolution happening in libraries across all sectors. This paper explores strategies being developed and the leadership demonstrated within the library and information sector in several countries This is a time for the profession to be strategic and active. If this quiet revolution succeeds then this knowledge age may well be the new dawning for the profession.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationAn Intelligent Island
    Subtitle of host publicationThe Role of Tasmanian Libraries
    PublisherAustralian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
    Publication statusPublished - 2000
    EventAn Intelligent Island: the Role of Tasmanian Libraries - Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia
    Duration: 24 Nov 2000 → …

    Conference

    ConferenceAn Intelligent Island
    Country/TerritoryAustralia
    CityTasmania
    Period24/11/00 → …

    Keywords

    • libraries
    • libraries-New Zealand

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