Minting the Obverse: Library and Information Studies as a One-Sided Coin
Abstract : A synthesis of the work of Michael Buckland reveals the critique that, for too long, LIS has been a one-sided coin. Growing out of professional education, LIS has traditionally nurtured only its applied, practical and empirical side. Challenging this imbalance, emerging research in LIS points to the development of the basic, liberal arts and conceptual side of the discipline. Indeed, the advent of JCLIS reflects this trend. This paper serves as an invitation to researchers and educators to consider how they can further contribute to minting the basic side of the coin of LIS. Read More
