Library and Information Science Education in Ethiopia

Abstract

Production of qualified librarians or information specialists with adequate theoretical knowledge and practical skills in applications of modern Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) is found to be a strategic asset that will bring about significant development and changes in any nation’s economy, politics, education, agriculture and other national sectors of the economy. Thoughts that influenced the direction of curriculum and the development of library and information science education in Ethiopia were discussed. The Jimma University Department of information studies’ curriculum and its development was specifically highlighted with reference to the core; supportive, common and education courses of the program. Plans for the future development of the program in Jimma University were also mentioned.