| Subject | Date Asked |
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| inquiry | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Sir I have done m.Lib & Information Science. should i do mba in library science is it beneficial in ...
A: Jaya: To my knowledge, there is nowhere where you can do an MBA in library science, but I am in the ...
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| Masters degree/librarian | 10/25/2009 |
Q: What is the reasoning behind requiring a Masters degree in order to be a librarian?
A: Professional librarians study library and information science in a masters program. This involves ...
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| Overseas Universities offering Library Sciences | 10/7/2009 |
Q: Questions are as follow: 1)Based on your experience as a Librarian, can you share with me which ...
A: I do not have expertise in library schools outside of the United States. Therefore, I recommend that ...
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| J.D./ MLS student | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I hold a J.D. degree and have been practicing law for 2 years. I am currently pursuing an MLS ...
A: Christina: It depends on what kind of library job you are seeking. Most law libraries, whether in a ...
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| library/information jobs with MBA only (no MLIS) | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I am looking for advice on how to get into private-sector library-type jobs with only an MBA. I may ...
A: My only suggestion is to consider working in either corporate research with a law firm or ...
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| Ph.D. student thinking of becoming a librarian | 5/24/2009 |
Q: I am an M.A./Ph.D. student in Asian languages and literature, and I'm thinking of becoming a ...
A: If you really want to become a librarian, you will need to get a Masters in Library and Information ...
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| other jobs using MLIS | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I'm currently an elementary school library media specialist. What other job opportunities are out ...
A: I can direct you to two excellent job lists, if you are not already aware of them. One is ...
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| Library | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I am an ESL teacher, I have done my BA in 1978 from Karachi University, Pakistan. I have been ...
A: Without the MLS, you cannot get a job as a professional librarian. However, you could work as a ...
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| other fields of work | 3/4/2009 |
Q: Do you have suggestions for other fields of work for a librarian? Library jobs in CT seem scarce. My ...
A: Here are a few ideas - work in a public library with a focus on consumer health reference - You ...
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| Working in library /Grad School | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I've been trying to get work in a library--even as a volunteer---with no luck and want to go back ...
A: In no way is already working in a library a prerequisite for admission to library school. Most ...
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| library science | 1/5/2009 |
Q: please: "what are the ways of being successful for librarians and the students who study LIS?" thank ...
A: I am sorry, but I do not fully understand your question. Do you want to know what kind of jobs ...
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| librarians | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I am 51 years old and will have 30 years with my company Qwest in 3 years. I have been a tester for ...
A: There are plenty of folks who return to school to become librarians after the age of 50. You must ...
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| Librarianship as a Second Career | 9/11/2008 |
Q: In your response to my previous query, you stated that I should pursue library education as soon as ...
A: The reason that I suggest that you seriously consider going to library school soon is so that you ...
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| Librarianship as Second Career for Mature Persons | 9/6/2008 |
Q: In seven years I plan to retire from my present position in local government. I am considering the ...
A: If you intend to enter the profession, I would suggest that you begin your library school education ...
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| Bachelor in Library Science help get into good MLS program and/or obtain paraprofessional position? | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I currently have an A.S. in interior design from Purdue University. After working several years in ...
A: Personally, I see no reason to get an undergraduate degree in library science. I think you should ...
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| MBA/MLS | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I am an experienced public librarian and I expect to receive my MBA in about 3 years. I am ...
A: There is a great need for librarians with MBA's to become library directors. Many library boards and ...
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| Career Advice | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a couple questions if cannot not answer all just answer the ones you can. I have about five ...
A: There is no question that most public libraries are experiencing a reduction in funding from their ...
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| Career Advice | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I have a couple questions if cannot not answer all just answer the ones you can. I have about five ...
A: Christina: I do not know a great deal about YA positions. My best advice is to either call or email ...
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| Library Consultant | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Mr. Kieserman, I read one of your answer on-line, "If you want some additional thoughts on how to ...
A: I am going to suggest a simple process of beginning your consulting career - 1. make a list of why ...
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| Library Consultant | 6/21/2008 |
Q: Mr. Kieserman, I read one of your answer on-line, "If you want some additional thoughts on how to ...
A: Daniel: I will be happy to try to answer your questions. I need to know in which area(s) of ...
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| Public Library Hirings | 4/10/2008 |
Q: Is there an unspoken bias in public libraries against hiring associates or librarians with a ...
A: Some public library directors believe that if you have spent time working in academic librarianship, ...
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| Knowledge organisation | 4/2/2008 |
Q: Please could you define the term "knowledge organization" for me? Are there any other terms which ...
A: Below is is the standard definition of a knowledge organization. In essence, it is the way an ...
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| Does it matter where you obtain your MLIS? | 3/31/2008 |
Q: When employers, for library positions, are looking at your resume, do the take into consideration ...
A: I do not know of any situations where it matters where you went to school. My advice is to speak to ...
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| Does it matter where you obtain your MLIS? | 3/28/2008 |
Q: When employers, for library positions, are looking at your resume, do the take into consideration ...
A: Quite frankly, where you attend library school does not matter to most library directors or library ...
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| trying to decide | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I know that I want to work in a Library when I am older, I have talked about it with my parents and ...
A: Librarianship is a wonderful profession. The path to becoming a librarian is to find an ...
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| majoring in Library Sciences | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I am currently in Elementary Ed major, but as a student job i am working in the college library. I ...
A: One can prepare for the library profession with any undergraduate major. To become a librarian, you ...
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| MLIS seeking MBA | 12/28/2007 |
Q: I already have a MLIS and I love my job. How would a MBA benefit me?
A: I need more information. Are you working in a public library, an academic library, or a special ...
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| Library science as a second career | 11/15/2007 |
Q: I have a BS in business from a state college and have worked out in the business arena for 19 years. ...
A: I would not suggest that you pursue a bachelor's degree, but rather a Masters degree. Whether you ...
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| Undergraduate degree in Library and Information Services | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I am currently working towards a bachelor's degree and plan to go on and get an MLS. My school ...
A: If you can obtain an undergraduate degree in LIS, I would strongly suggest you do so. However, you ...
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| a few questions | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I am looking at getting my MLIS for a second career. I already have a MA in counseling psych. I have ...
A: Library school on a full-time basis should take about a year to 18 months. Most programs are 36 ...
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| Thinking about getting my MLIS degree. | 9/26/2007 |
Q: I am a Michigan teacher who is having a hard time finding a job. I am thinking of getting my MLIS ...
A: The answer very simply is no, getting certification as an educational media specialist will not ...
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| MLIS programs | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I'm about to start my senior year in college (as a math major) and recently started thinking about ...
A: Kirsten: If you have not already done so, I suggest that you visit the webpage of the American ...
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| Library and Information Science | 6/15/2007 |
Q: Where is the best place to look online for college jobs in LIS?
A: http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm ...
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| Moving from non library job to library job | 6/7/2007 |
Q: I have been working as a researcher for the last couple of years in a position that my MLIS is ...
A: It sounds like ideally you would like to become a corporate librarian. However, it also sounds like ...
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| Finding an Undergrad in Library Science | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I’m a college student who has found her calling, reference librarian, but I’m having trouble ...
A: Kate: If you think you may wish to go the path of academic librarianship, you should choose an ...
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| A library career | 5/21/2007 |
Q: I have a Master's in Libray Science. I've had it for 5 years now, but have not worked in a library ...
A: I think your best bet is to keep trying to find a volunteer position at either a public library or ...
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| library science career | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I am a recent graduate with a MLS (December2006). Finding a position as a librarian as been rather ...
A: One possible career path is to work for either the federal government or the state government as a ...
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| Mid-Career Change | 5/15/2007 |
Q: What advice to you have for someone who has an ALA-accredited masters' degree in library & ...
A: I think that you need to visit a libary professor who can help you focus on a particular career path ...
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| library science career | 5/15/2007 |
Q: I am a recent graduate with a MLS (December2006). Finding a position as a librarian as been rather ...
A: Before I try to answer your question and give you some ideas, I need some more information from you. ...
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| Mid-Career Change | 5/7/2007 |
Q: What advice to you have for someone who has an ALA-accredited masters' degree in library & ...
A: One idea is for you to go to work for one of the book vendors like Baker & Taylor as a collection ...
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| undergraduate | 5/1/2007 |
Q: What is the best undergrad degree for a future librarian? I am interested in working in the public ...
A: Any major is really appropriate. However, many library professors encourage undergrads to major in ...
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| help | 3/27/2007 |
Q: I spent 10 years selling used books in caracas venezuela but even the fact that we were called ...
A: If you think you might want to become a librarian, I want you to go to a website that will describe ...
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| about the digital library... | 3/13/2007 |
Q: sorry for making u confuse... actuali i'm an undergraduate who're doing a sth like project.. so i ...
A: I think the best person to answer your question is a local children's librarian. You should make a ...
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| about the digital library... | 3/13/2007 |
Q: 1. how librarian digitalise the books for digital library of kids..??? 2. usually how long it takes ...
A: Kit: I don't fully understand your question, and I need you to write back to clarify it for me ...
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| library second career | 2/4/2007 |
Q: I live in a town of 5,000 in rural Wisconsin and looked at a couple of on line degrees in Seattle ...
A: In order for you to best answer your own question, I suggest that you visit some of the hospitals ...
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| library second career | 2/3/2007 |
Q: I am interested in working in a library as a second career (age 51) but do not want to spend $40,000 ...
A: Teri: You pose a very interesting question, and I want to give you a very personal answer. I am 55 ...
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| Would like to make a career change... | 1/14/2007 |
Q: I work in retail sales right now and would like to make a career change. I would like to try my ...
A: Many people who are making the transition from retailing to library science decide to work at ...
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| certificate course after m.lib | 12/7/2006 |
Q: sir, please inform me about the some correspondence courses after M.lib for the better opportunity ...
A: I suggest that you visit the website of the American Library Association (www.ala.org) and go to the ...
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| Finding Issue of Popular Mechanics | 11/24/2006 |
Q: Robert, The article is "Shoot Swirling Color From a Swinging Light" by Walter S Schenck page 90 ...
A: I have tried my best to get the citation for you. However, the electronic periodical indexes do not ...
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| Major | 10/10/2006 |
Q: I'm a senior in high school and I'm planning on attending Ashland Community and Technical College ...
A: Kate: First of all, you need to know that before you can enter library school, you need to have a ...
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| virtual reference | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I am researching e-reference services. Could you recommend the 3-5 and tell me why you think they ...
A: I am not the best person to answer this particular question. I suggest that you contact Dr. Marie ...
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| libraries | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I am researching the changing role of libraries. What do you see as the major changes libraries are ...
A: To answer your question, I see three issues that are changing libraries in the near future. The ...
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| setting up a library | 8/16/2006 |
Q: I am going to volunteer at our public school library. We have about 3000 books for K-8. There are 39 ...
A: My best suggestion is that you look at a product that can be downloaded free, and then expanded upon ...
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| Cataloging Jobs | 7/11/2006 |
Q: As a followup question, what types of jobs in private companies might also be a good fit for someone ...
A: Actually, any company where employees have an information need requires someone to maintain the ...
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| Cataloging Jobs | 7/11/2006 |
Q: My daughter just received her MLS degree and is searching for her first professional job in the ...
A: There is a great demand for good cataloguers. My best advice is that your daughter should contact ...
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| On-line Reference Interviews | 6/11/2006 |
Q: Where can I find an example On-line Reference Interviews?
A: Michelle: You can see an actual virtual reference site with explanation by going to ...
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| Library | 2/24/2006 |
Q: I live in the NYC area. I have a bachelor's degree and I am 46 years old. What would be my career ...
A: Once you receive your MLIS, you can find a job in one of several areas of librarianship including ...
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| online study material of library science | 2/21/2006 |
Q: i want to know the names of the websites or links which provides online access to the books on the ...
A: Although it will be difficult to find an entire textbook online, there are literally tens of ...
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| Library Job | 2/4/2006 |
Q: I was thinking about applying for a Library Aide position at an elementary school. I have an ...
A: Why not? I have an MBA and I am becoming a librarian. I think that you would be a real asset to an ...
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| library science | 12/20/2005 |
Q: describe the virtual and digital library.what is the difference between virtual and digital ...
A: A virtual library is simply the availability of library resources like reference services and ...
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| Majoring in Library Science | 12/14/2005 |
Q: I'm a senior in high school and am planning to attend Slippery Rock in PA. I am also interested ...
A: The MLIS degree is, of course, a graduate degree. Therefore, you need to complete 4-years of ...
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| why be a librarian? | 2/21/2005 |
Q: I'm considering going into the MLS program at the University where I live. I have a few reasons for ...
A: You can find out everything you always wanted to know about being a librarian by visiting the web ...
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| CAll number | 2/11/2005 |
Q: Before I usually pay a visit to the Central Library, and I will go around the library to search for ...
A: Harry: I suggest that the next time you visit the library, you should ask the reference librarian to ...
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| MBA/MSLS | 12/15/2004 |
Q: If you want some additional thoughts on how to establish yourself as an independent library ...
A: The MBA will give you credibility as a consultant. In terms of gaining experience, which is the ...
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| MBA/MSLS | 12/9/2004 |
Q: I have recently (May 2004) graduated with a Master of Library Science degree. I realized quickly ...
A: Oneof the most needed services that all public and special libraries have is in the area of ...
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| Education required in Library Science | 10/23/2004 |
Q: What education is required for a career in Library science, and what jobs are available with that ...
A: To practice as a librarian anywhere in the United States, you must hold a Masters degree in Library ...
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| job market | 9/18/2004 |
Q: Just a general question about what kind of job market there is for librarians in general and school ...
A: Because many librarians are retiring, there is a new demand of librarians to take their place. ...
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| hi,
thanks for the suggestion.... | 8/19/2004 |
Q: But if I could do like what did you suggest, I will not wasting my time waiting for the answer. Try ...
A: You need to understand that there are some questions that I am able to answer, and there are ...
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| what does 'reference interview'... | 8/12/2004 |
Q: what does 'reference interview' means? which one is better, to consult a librarian using online chat ...
A: A reference interview is when the librarian who will search the literature on your behalf does an ...
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| Librarian Education | 6/8/2004 |
Q: Is it necessary to have a Masters Degree in Library Science to become a librarian or in some cases ...
A: To practice as a librarian anywhere in the United States, you must hold a Masters degree in Library ...
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| Career in LIS & Psych | 4/20/2004 |
Q: I have recently earned my BA in psychology and am now seriously thinking about pursuing a career as ...
A: Folks from all backgrounds decide to become librarians. Certainly, with your undergraduate degree in ...
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| considering library career | 1/16/2004 |
Q: My name is Lydia Paar and I am considering librarianship as a career. I am currently completing my ...
A: Most libraries in the United States require librarians to have an MLS (Master of Library Science). I ...
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