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- International Association of Technological University Libraries IATUL : Promoting Science and Techno...
International Association of Technological University Libraries IATUL : Promoting Science and Technology Librarianship in the Changing Library Landscape
Authors : Maitrayee Ghosh
Pages : 476-493
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Publication Date : 2007-10-01
Article Type : Research
Abstract :International Association of Technological University Libraries IATUL has been in the forefront of providing leadership to information professionals and promoting science andTechnology librarianship in today's changing library landscape. The presentarticle is an attempt to comprehend the present status of IATUL and analyze the activities and contribution it has made to overcome the range of challenges facing by tertiary level Technological libraries throughout theworld. The SWOT analysis method is used to assess the achievements of IATUL,failures and ascertain constraints being faced in this internet age. The author reliedon web sites as well as ephemeral material such as minutes, annual reports, newsletters, and memoranda to construct this article. Meeting and Interview with IATUL present and past presidents and other office bearers of the associations provided useful sources of information. It is also attempted to providerelevant information for those interested to join IATUL for professional developmentKeywords : IATUL, ICT and Professional development, SWOT analysis, Science and Technology Librarianship, Professional associations