[DOWNLOAD] "Indigenous Knowledge, The Library and Information Service Sector, And Protocols." by Australian Academic & Research Libraries # eBook PDF Kindle ePub Free
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- Title: Indigenous Knowledge, The Library and Information Service Sector, And Protocols.
- Author : Australian Academic & Research Libraries
- Release Date : January 01, 2005
- Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines,Books,Professional & Technical,Education,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 226 KB
Description
The increasing global recognition of Indigenous knowledge as distinct, legitimate, valuable and vulnerable systems of knowledge raises a range of issues that pose challenges for the library and information services (LIS) sector. Professionals and organisations are increasingly aware that they deal with aspects of Australian Indigenous knowledge within their collections and services and that these require culturally appropriate management. This chapter discusses Indigenous knowledge and its intersection with the LIS sector in Australia, drawing attention to its significance and relevance to Indigenous Australians. It concludes by emphasising the need for Indigenous involvement in the LIS sector and the importance of protocols to guide practice in this most complex of intersections. Indigenous Knowledge