Ischool moverment and its strengths

Abstract

In the digital age, the training of information professionals plays a crucial role in meeting the ever-increasing demands for information management, extraction, and utilization. To ensure relevance and effectiveness in the complex digital world, program innovation is essential. This involves preparing more advanced training programs that provide knowledge and skills aligned with the digital era. Furthermore, establishing connections among institutions offering information professional training can foster a robust academic community. Such networks promote information exchange, sharing of knowledge, experiences, and mutual learning, which are vital for collective growth and development. The collaborative efforts of these training institutions enable them to develop information experts who can stay updated with the latest knowledge and technology, ensuring a balanced and sustainable development of this field. The first part of the presentation introduces the iSchool movement and the establishment of the international organization, iSchools, which connects information professional training institutions globally. It clarifies the network of members, organization, activities, goals, and vision of iSchools. Drawing from the U.S. experience, the subsequent section highlights various information management programs and bachelor's degree programs. It emphasizes the requirements for an effective training program, including the program structure, faculty, and industry partnerships. The third part of the presentation discusses master's degree programs in information management, offering insight into programs in the United States and quality assurance standards. Additionally, it provides an overview of the competency framework for information professionals in the digital age, covering knowledge, skills, tools, and ethics. In conclusion, the presentation underscores the importance and benefits of building a network and strengthening connections among iSchools