Continuing Professional Development

Pathways to Leadership in the Library and Information World. Edited by Ann Ritchie and Clare Walker.

The papers providing an overview of institutes, programs and activities occurring around the world. Some are described in detail, outlining learning objectives, structure, recruitment and evaluation strategies; others summarise national and international initiatives. They will provide valuable insights to anyone interested in workforce planning strategies aimed at addressing current shortages of library leaders, as well as those who may have experienced difficulties recruiting to leadership positions and now want to explore the best ways of developing and equipping their own staff with skills to enable them to become the leaders of the future. 319 Seiten, gebunden (IFLA Publications; Vol. 126/K. G. Saur Verlag 2007)