Information technology permeates libraries.
The world has changed, and we must change with it. The curriculum cannot be stagnant in a world that is undergoing dynamic and transformative change. Library school curricula must also be dynamic, continually adjusting to incorporate development of new skills and knowledge needed to ensure students' success in delivering needed resources and services in a variety of workplaces, including libraries. Just as doctors must continually develop their knowledge and skill in order to provide the best service for their patients, librarians must continually develop their knowledge and skill, beginning in library school, so they may ensure the continued relevance of library catalogs, resources and services for meeting needs of library users. Transferring traditional strengths of the library profession to the electronic information environment requires new skills and knowledge to effectively select, organize, develop and enhance access to resources.