Part of a series which discusses the foundations of library and information science, this volume focuses on academic libraries and training. Topics discussed include: staff training and orientation; automation training; retraining; staff development; and networks and electronic access.

Part 1 Staff training and orientation: the new horizons in library training programme - computer-based training using Hypercard, Pauline S. Bayne
a trainee's perspective, Tessa Killian
use of a checklist in staff orientation - a response to a trainee's perspective, Carol J. Richards
training volunteers, Linda Lou Wiler and Linda Maries Golian. Part 2 Automation training: using professional training techniques for library automation projects, Joanna M. Walsh
training staff for system changes, Margaret R. Wells. Part 3 Retraining: crossing the great divide - retraining public service librarians for technical services, Kristin Senecal
retraining of support staff in libraries, Jean Purnell. Part 4 Staff development: creativity training in academic libraries, Susan P. Besemer
peer training for reference, Sara B. Sluss
staff development and mentoring, Lynn K. Milet. Part 5 Networks and electronic access: electronic journals in the academic library, Suzanne Bell and Lina Coppola
training librarians to network part 1 - OPACs on the Internet, Billy Baron
training librarians to network part 2 - training on the Internet - a personal view, Peter Scott
electronic discussion groups - a primer, Philip C. Baczewski.