EMERGING TRENDS IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE EDUCATION AND TRAINING: IMPLICATION FOR FOR LIBRARIANSHIP IN A CHANGING WORLD

Abstract

The paper aims to provide an overview of emerging trends in LIS education and training. The field of LIS is constantly evolving due to new technologies, societal needs, and information dissemination methods. Staying current is essential for providing optimal service to users. By analsying current trends, the paper explores how LIS programmes adapt to meet changing professional need. It examines methods of identifying emerging trends in LIS education and training, and their implications. The paper concludes that LIS curriculum has evolved to include technology, user-centred design, data science and analytics, interdisciplinary perspectives, and diversity and inclusion. These changes are vital in preparing the next generation of LIS professionals to meet the evolving needs of libraries and information centres. The article provides valuable insights for educators, students, and practitioners in the LIS field, highlighting the profound implications of emerging trends on the profession.

Keywords: Emerging trends, library and information science, education, training