Author: Coutts, Margaret M

Source: Librarian Career Development, Volume 5, Number 4, 1997 , pp. 143-147(5)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Abstract:

The article summarizes the recent work of SCONUL's Advisory Committee on Staffing. Emphasis has been on creating opportunities for active training and development of staff in Higher Education library and information services. A series of regular courses on matters of continuing concern is complemented by individual events about topical issues. Regular courses and meetings cover management skills for staff at various levels, including heads of service, deputies and staff new to management responsibilities. Annual meetings of training officers offer updates on practice and developments and serve as current awareness events. Modest financial support for staff development projects is available through the SCONUL Award, and occasional publications are produced to share best practice between institutions. The Committee monitors staffing policy and practice in the higher education sector, and liaises actively with other organizations concerned with questions of staff training and development.

Keywords: Higher Education; Policy

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09680819710193242

Publication date: 1997-04-01

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