What's in it for me? - The Advanced Diploma of Library/Information Services
Objectives
Clarify the obscure nature of this new qualification within the current library technician course
Encourage input from practising library technicians about electives that would add value to their working life
Explore the value of this qualification for continued professional development, improved job prospects and enhanced articulation to degree courses in information sciences
Discuss the likelihood of the Advanced Diploma qualification becoming the standard for ALIA recognition of library technicians
Intended outcomes
As above
Intended audience
Qualified (or almost qualified) library technicians including those who graduated many years ago with an Associate Diploma or earlier qualification
Activities for participants
Small group brainstorming
Discussion
Question time
Role play