Factors Effecting Research Productivity.

Abstract

This paper addresses the problem of insufficient research in library schools. It assumes that part of the reason for the problem lies in the lack of full socialization of library educators to the norms of academe, and in a lack of understanding of their role in the library profession as well as their role as academics. Pertinent literature is reviewed and an informal proposal for investigation of library education is set forth. The investigation is seen as an aid to improved socialization and as a means of improving library education by making it accountable. Among the factors proposed for investigation are research capability, quality and quantity of publication, colleague environment, amount of time spent on professional association activities, and the reward system of library education. It is proposed finally that deans and directors be judged by the performance record of their schools.