The librarian as disciplinarian, teaching users to obey the rules and learn proper library behavior. Sometimes we can control the databases we purchase. This requires a whole different way of working, and new skills such as working with consortia and negotiating with vendors. We can make instructional materials available, including online interactive learning modules. We can and should control where we are available to help, by putting reference centers in computer centers to keep computer lab assistants from teaching students how to do reference.
Librarians can make our opinions matter by being professionals.
We aren't assertive enough, and we should make clear what we have to contribute. We can publicize what we do. We can work with faculty to get their attention and support. We can create special collections. We can work with publishers instead of treating them as the enemy, and we can lobby for relevant legislation.