[Publib] Downgrading the profession

[Alana Abbott]

At least two people have posted about getting their MLIS through online
programs. I assume there are others, so I'll put this out to the general
group: If you'd recommend your program to other people looking to get their
MLIS, would you be willing to share what program you're attending/graduated
from? I'd also be interested in knowing whether the programs are open only
to semi-local residents or if they're open nation wide.
-Alana

On Sat, Jan 24, 2009 at 7:41 PM, Sheila Hammond-Todd <
sheila_dforbes at yahoo.com> wrote:

> I am about to complete my MLIS online, and I would like to say that my
> program is rigorous, challenging, and relevant to library work as I have
> experienced (in some cases) and observed (in other cases) at the library in
> which I work; and I came from an alternative undergraduate program with high
> standards and a very good reputation.  I am sorry so many people seem to
> have participated in what they see as sub-standard programs, but doesn't
> that discrepancy exist in many disciplines?  It is partly the responsibility
> of the applicant to research programs carefully, but also the responsibility
> of the accrediting bodies (hello, ALA?) to ensure certain standards are met.
> As far as online vs. in person education, it may be somewhat easier to
> cheat online, but cheating is quite possible on a physical campus, and in
> fact happens regularly.  Someone who is going to cheat will do it
> regardless.  It may be possible to get a job based on a degree and a good
> interview, but it will be hard to keep it without actual knowledge or
> skills.  Programs should be judged on an individual basis, not mode of
> delivery.
>
> Sheila Hammond-Todd
> MLIS student, University of Southern Mississippi
> Library Assistant III, Public Services
> Mesa County Libraries
> Grand Junction, CO
>
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