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Foundations of Intellectual Freedom (Paperback)
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Foundations of Intellectual Freedom (Paperback)
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Featuring case studies and questions for further study and inquiry
in each major chapter, this book introduces the key concept of
intellectual freedom to those about to enter the profession,
providing a concise overview of principles, ongoing and current
debates, and best practices. Enshrined in the mission statement of
ALA, intellectual freedom is one of the core values of the
information professions. The importance of ensuring information
access to all, and the historical, social, and legal foundations of
this commitment, are powerfully explored in this essential primer.
Designed to function as both an introductory text for LIS students
as well as a complementary resource for current professionals, this
book provides a cohesive, holistic perspective on intellectual
freedom. Extending beyond censorship to encompass such timely and
urgent topics as hate speech and social justice, from this book
readers will gain an understanding of the historical and legal
roots of intellectual freedom, with an in-depth examination of John
Stuart Mill’s “On Liberty” and Article 19 of the U.N
Declaration of Human Rights, and its central concepts and
principles; the intersection of intellectual freedom, freedom of
expression, and social justice; professional values, codes of
ethics, ALA’s Library Bill of Rights, and Freedom to Read/View
Statements; pro- and anti- censorship arguments and their use in
impeding and facilitating access to information; book banning and
internet filtering; privacy and its relationship to information
services; U.S. case law and precedents; the basics of U.S.
copyright law, including fair use, and how it differs from
international copyright law; and emerging global issues and their
impact on future intellectual freedom.
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