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Case Studies in Library and Information Science Ethics - Softcover

Buchanan, Elizabeth A.; Henderson, Kathrine A.

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9780786433674: Case Studies in Library and Information Science Ethics
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0786433671 ISBN 13: 9780786433674
Publisher: McFarland & Company, 2008

Synopsis

This valuable book, written specifically for library and information science professionals, presents 125 case studies that combine theories of ethics and librarianship with practical, real-life scenarios. After an introduction to ethics in library and information science, chapters are devoted to ethical issues in five categories: intellectual freedom, privacy, intellectual property, professional ethics, and intercultural information ethics.

Each chapter has a theoretical introduction to the issue under consideration followed by 25 case studies, each of which includes its own set of discussion questions. Perfectly suited to classroom use, these case studies help bridge the complicated gap between students, academics, and practitioners in the field by promoting critical thinking and responsible action.

Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

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About the Authors

Elizabeth A. Buchanan is associate professor and director of the Center for Information Policy Research, School of Information Studies, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Kathrine A. Henderson is a Research Analyst, Research & Intelligence Team at LibSource, An LAC-Group Company.

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Publisher
McFarland & Company
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0786433671
ISBN 13 
9780786433674
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
175
Rating
  • 3.73 out of 5 stars
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