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I got my MLIS about 6 years ago, and worked for a while at an academic library. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I ended up having to move, and had great difficulty finding a job in my new location. So I changed professions (working as a programmer/database designer), but would now like to re-enter the library world. I feel really out of it, though -- what can I do to get back up to snuff as far as current issues in the profession? Any recommendations on literature to read, online blogs, websites, etc? Any help or advice is greatly appreciated.
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Try some of the better blogs, such as J. West's librarian.net. ANd Webjunction is a very good place to visit.
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I maintain a site of web 2.0 and library 2.0 tools, resources, blog, etc. See: http://www.squidoo.com/library2point0Libworm (http://www.libworm.com/) searches of 1000 library resources by RSS feed. It is a great place to search for topics that you need to "study up on" or what to keep current.
Brian C. Gray Head of Reference & Engineering Librarian Kelvin Smith Library Case Western Reserve University http://blog.case.edu/bcg8bcg8@case.edu
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I'd also recommend contacting a local MLS program--or your old one to see about some continuing ed options or certifications you might want to look into. Just to refresh your education and begin some networking.
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Also check out the SirsiDynix Institute to sign up for free online webinars on current topics in librarianship. The archive is available free online as well.
Rachel Singer Gordon / rachel@lisjobs.comFind a library job: http://www.lisjobs.comThe Liminal Librarian: http://www.lisjobs.com/blog
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The resources mentioned are great, but a lot depends upon the type of librarianship you want to pursue. FWIW, your temporary detour into programming and db design may well be a Very Good Thing.
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