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The Scientific Method: Is It Still Useful?, Scott Watson Nov 2004

The Scientific Method: Is It Still Useful?, Scott Watson

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The Professional Development Of Academic Librarians: How Should Institutions Contribute To The Process?, Gregory A. Smith Aug 2004

The Professional Development Of Academic Librarians: How Should Institutions Contribute To The Process?, Gregory A. Smith

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Professional development is universally recognized in education and librarianship as imperative for ongoing effectiveness. Most—though not all—academic libraries support professional development through financial assistance and release time. However, while funding and release time are necessary to professional growth, they are not sufficient. The role of the leader as a steward of organizational culture suggests that academic library administrators should concern themselves with fostering an environment conducive to their subordinates’ professional development. Innovative professional development programs in place at a number of academic libraries stand as a corrective to the seemingly haphazard practices of many libraries and librarians. Further research on …


Human Cloning, Steve Mcdonald Jun 2004

Human Cloning, Steve Mcdonald

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No abstract provided.


Professional Development And Educational Technology Integration, Randall S. Dunn May 2004

Professional Development And Educational Technology Integration, Randall S. Dunn

Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper examines a structure for the implementation of technological innovations using business approaches to project management. The human factor is especially explored in its discussion.