Summer2005.Q1.Response

Summer 2005 Q 1

Similarities Between Information Science and Library science
 * Both involve accessing and organizing information

Difference Between Information Science and Library Science Library Science— focuses on developing print collections Focuses on libraries

Information Science-- study of all information Looks at information regardless of medium or context

What do information professionals need to know?
 * How to organize information and make it available.
 * How to coach users to retrieve information.

Specific to Library Science Select, acquire, give access to recorded information and knowledge in all formats Organize and arrange access to information packages by creating catalogues, indexes, and other controlled guides Provide assistance on how to find, select, and evaluate recorded knowledge and information, and assess the value of the information Maintain physical collections Preserve recorded knowledge in all formats Management of libraries Library services and staff
 * Collection Development and Acquisitions**
 * Cataloging**
 * Reference and Library Instruction**
 * Circulation, Maintenance, Preservation**
 * Management**