The Librarian's Duty of Care: Emerging Professionalism or Can of Worms?
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| Title: | The Librarian's Duty of Care: Emerging Professionalism or Can of Worms? |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Ferguson, Stuart, Weckert, John |
| Source: | Library Quarterly. Oct 1998 68(4):365-389. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 25 |
| Publication Date: | 1998 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Evaluative |
| Descriptors: | Accountability, Case Studies, Codes of Ethics, Contracts, Debate, Information Scientists, Legal Responsibility, Librarians, Professional Associations |
| ISSN: | 0024-2519 |
| Abstract: | Examines case studies highlighting accountability, and relates accountability to concepts of responsibility and duty of care. Presents arguments against holding librarians accountable for misinformation, namely, the lack of contract between librarian and patron and the distinction drawn between information intermediaries (librarians) and knowledge workers (lawyers and accountants). Discusses existing codes of ethics and their appropriateness to associations claiming professional status. (PEN) |
| Entry Date: | 1999 |
| Accession Number: | EJ579996 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Examines case studies highlighting accountability, and relates accountability to concepts of responsibility and duty of care. Presents arguments against holding librarians accountable for misinformation, namely, the lack of contract between librarian and patron and the distinction drawn between information intermediaries (librarians) and knowledge workers (lawyers and accountants). Discusses existing codes of ethics and their appropriateness to associations claiming professional status. (PEN) |
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| ISSN: | 0024-2519 |
