Expanding horizons - developing the next generation of international professionals.

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Title: Expanding horizons - developing the next generation of international professionals.
Authors: Barry, Tania1, Garcia-Febo, Loida2
Source: Australian Library Journal. Feb2012, Vol. 61 Issue 1, p16-21. 6p.
Subject Terms: *Career development, *Librarians, *Library administration, *Conferences & conventions, International librarianship, Libraries & globalization, Library conferences, Meeting planning, Marketing
Abstract: Today's global library village includes overseas collaboration between colleagues in various continents seeking to provide effective forums for new librarians. This paper features lessons learned as well as recommendations for colleagues undertaking events involving international collaboration. These are based on the authors' experiences whilst coordinating a conference for the development of new professionals internationally. Additionally, excerpts from interviews to librarians participating in international efforts are included. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:Today's global library village includes overseas collaboration between colleagues in various continents seeking to provide effective forums for new librarians. This paper features lessons learned as well as recommendations for colleagues undertaking events involving international collaboration. These are based on the authors' experiences whilst coordinating a conference for the development of new professionals internationally. Additionally, excerpts from interviews to librarians participating in international efforts are included. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:00049670
DOI:10.1080/00049670.2012.10722298