Dimensions of competence: interpersonal skills development within the LIS curriculum

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Levy, Philippa

Affiliations: Department of Information Studies, University of Sheffield, Sheffield S10 2TN, UK

Abstract: Discusses a recent curriculum innovation in the Department of Information Studies at Sheffield University, England. Over the last two academic years, a new course in interpersonal skills development for library and information work has been taken as an option by both MA and MSC students. Designed as a series of experiential workshops, the course aims to build on issues raised within the core management curriculum by offering students a practical opportunity to focus on the human relations and facilitation skills associated with supervisory and staff development/training resonsibility.

DOI: 10.3233/EFI-1992-10202

Journal: Education for Information, vol. 10, no. 2, pp. 87-103, 1992