Continuing professional development of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago. Issue 1 (14th December 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bowen-Chang, Portia; Hosein, Yacoob
• Is Part Of: Global knowledge, memory and communication. Volume 68:Issue 1/2(2019)
• Page Start: 93
• Page End: 111
• Publication Date: 2018-12-14
• Subjects: Academic libraries -- Libraries -- Continuing professional development -- Trinidad and Tobago -- Developing countries -- Academic librarians; Information science -- Periodicals; Electronic information resources -- Periodicals; Libraries -- Periodicals; Library science -- Periodicals; 020.5
• DOI: 10.1108/GKMC-08-2018-0072
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2514-9342

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: This study aims to present a detailed investigation into the approaches of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago in pursuing continuing professional development (CPD) activities. The paper also examines the extent of their participation in CPD at both the institutional and external levels in contributing to the development of their careers. Design/methodology/approach: The instrument used was a questionnaire which assesses the effectiveness of the librarians in their involvement in and attitude toward CPD activities. Findings: The paper demonstrates the active role and willingness of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago in providing and participating in CPD training and support to library and information personnel at both the national and international levels. Originality/value: The paper underscores the effectiveness of a group of academic librarians in Trinidad and Tobago who pursue and provide a high level of CPD activities to professionals.