A brief historical background of Abubakar
Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) and its
library is given. This article then provides a
brief overview of the concept of staff
development and discusses in detail the
various staff development efforts of
librarians by ATBU Library, Bauchi. These
include staff orientation, staff meetings, in‐service
training, academic library staff
seminars and representation on Schools
Boards of Studies. Other relevant activities
include professional activities, library use
instructions, sabbatical leave, personnel
training and outreach as well as library
research. Finally, the article advocates that
staff development should also aim at staff
retention through the provision of incentives
for staff.
Argues that seminars are important in individual and organizational
development. Discusses the rationale for and procedure employed in the
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Library series of seminars. Considers
long – and short‐term planning, timing and venue, and procedures
and reports. Considers that the appointment of an active and
enthusiastic seminar secretary is essential.
Staff development efforts by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Library, Bauchi are discussed, with particular reference to the area of
computer literacy courses. The purchase of a microcomputer (Turbowriter)
and steps being taken to acquire CD‐ROM are reviewed as practical
efforts towards computerisation in the University Library and
suggestions are made for its success. Staff development and retention
are advocated for effective computerisation of any library system.
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