Ethics Education for Information Professionals

Abstract

ABSTRACT Originally called the ethics of information in society, Information Ethics (IE) has received increased attention in the LIS profession and education. Several LIS programs have incorporated IE into their curricula, both as stand-alone courses and as part of other courses. Because most LIS students entering programs have little experience in libraries or in management, LIS programs must focus on introducing students to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for the profession. Building on the author's earlier writings and experience in LIS, this paper provides an overview of IE education, using the University of Pittsburgh as a case study, and addresses the questions of what IE content should be included in LIS programs, how the content should be taught, and by whom.