I, Librarian

Kruger, Hilda (2005) I, Librarian. Information technology and libraries (ITAL) 24(3):pp. 123-129.

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Abstract

The fast and continuous technological change that is
characteristic of the information society we find ourselves
in has demonstrable impact on the way librarians go
about their business. This paper offers a scenario of technological
changes already in the pipeline and yet to come,
and how those changes will impact the role of librarians
in the future. One of the main concerns of this paper is
the continued relevance of information professionals as
infomediaries in our future society.

Keywords:	scenarios, digital libraries, future studies
Subjects:	L. Information technology and library technology.
ID Code:	5491
Deposited By:	Kruger, Hilda
Deposited On:	26 January 2006
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