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Professional Development Practice through Continuing Education: Insights from University Library in Bangladesh

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  • Md. Mahbubul Islam
  • Md. Nazim
  • Tarik Aziz
  • Moslem Uddin
  • Sabrina Aktar

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Purpose: The purpose of this study is to present the exact scenario of continuing education among University library professionals of Bangladesh and the challenges they face. Methodology: The study utilizes a mixed-method design, including a questionnaire and interviews, to collect data from 97 participants working in 18 large university libraries in Bangladesh. Data was collected over three months, specifically from February to April 2024. Findings: The study provides valuable insights into the demographics of the participants, their roles and responsibilities within the library, and their engagement with various CE programs over the past ten years. Participants showed a strong interest in CE, with seminars, workshops, and training programs being the most attended activities. In the term of CE, most of the participants (90) showed interest in computer applications in LIS in their choice list. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: There has been no prior research on continuing education practices among Bangladeshi university library professionals. This study offers insights for improving professional development in Bangladeshi university libraries by identifying key training needs and effective CE programs, while also highlighting policy gaps in supporting library professionals.

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  • Md. Mahbubul Islam & Md. Nazim & Tarik Aziz & Moslem Uddin & Sabrina Aktar, 2025. "Professional Development Practice through Continuing Education: Insights from University Library in Bangladesh," Journal of Education and Practice, CARI Journals Limited, vol. 9(3), pages 51-69.
    • Handle: RePEc:bhx:ojtjep:v:9:y:2025:i:3:p:51-69:id:2731
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