Browsing by Author "Knuth, Rebecca"

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    IFLA Journal. January 1999
    (K. G. Saur Verlag GmbH, 1999-01) IFLA Headquarters; Line, Maurice B.; Hajdukiewicz, Linda; Lor, Peter Johan; Szántó, Péter; Muswazi, Paiki; Knuth, Rebecca; Nuis, Aad; Johnson, Ian M.
    This issue of the IFLA Journal opens with reflections on the evolving mission of libraries in an increasingly globalized and digitized world. Articles address diverse topics such as national information policy, access to knowledge in post-communist societies, the role of libraries in development, and cultural preservation. Contributions also explore ethical responsibilities, library cooperation, and the challenges facing library systems in transition economies. The issue highlights international perspectives and underlines the continuing importance of libraries as instruments of education, equity, and democratic engagement, especially amid rapid technological change and societal transformation.
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    IFLA Journal. July 1995
    (K. G. Saur Verlag GmbH, 1995-07) IFLA Headquarters; Halman, Talat S.; D'Sousa, Frances; Kinnell, Margaret; Carbone, Pierre; te Boekhorst, Peter; Smith, Geoff; Wasserman, Paul; Knuth, Rebecca
    This issue of the IFLA Journal presents a wide-ranging exploration of the evolving role of libraries in a global context. Articles address topics such as cultural approaches to literacy, library education in developing countries, strategic planning, and international cooperation. The contributions reflect on how libraries adapt to shifting technological, social, and political landscapes, emphasizing their role as dynamic cultural and educational institutions. The issue highlights the continuing relevance of libraries as inclusive spaces for learning, access to information, and the preservation of knowledge across borders.