Development Trend of LIS Education in iCaucus

Abstract: [Purpose/significance] The research summarizes the development trend of high-level LIS education, in order to provide reference for promoting the reform and innovation of LIS education.[Method/process] Firstly, we get the relevant information about LIS education from 36 iCaucus colleges and universities, through the method of network survey. Secondly, we used qualitative and quantitative research methods to deeply analyze the main characteristics of LIS education in these colleges and universities, and excavated the development trend of LIS Education under the current environment. The specific analysis dimensions include educational programs, curriculum and faculty.[Result/conclusion] iCaucus colleges and universities offer multi-disciplinary, multi-level and multi-channel degree education and non-degree education, focusing on modular and personalized personnel training from the aspects of LIS basic knowledge, core competence and practical application. Their curriculum have comprehensive system and clear subject classification. Their teaching staff have reasonable structure, diverse subject backgrounds, and frequent internal flow.