Technoschism: the real world and libraries, librarians and our associations: A view from Canada

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to examine how library associations have adapted to recent technological changes, and how this affects networking among members, providing professional development opportunities, and advocating for the profession and their users.

Design/methodology/approach

The author examines 12 challenges facing library associations.

Findings

The paper proposes that library associations should base their organization around the three principles of sensemaking, influencing, and sharing stories.

Originality/value

The paper provides a useful insight into the problems of change management for library associations from the viewpoint of an experienced library professional.

Citation

Abram, S. (2006), "Technoschism: the real world and libraries, librarians and our associations: A view from Canada", Library Management, Vol. 27 No. 1/2, pp. 14-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/01435120610647910