Abstract:

Williamson and KALIPER Investigations promote and reflect the development and transformation of LIS education in two periods: from 19th to 20th century and from 20th to 21th century. Applying historical research method and based on summarized materials, the article discusses their effect and influence in particular time. These two investigations held difference between research scales and organization of the text because of their different purposes: Williamson Investigation intends to improve library career while KALIPER Investigation intends to redefine the whole area. Both investigations play important role in fostering talent, promoting professional paradigm and reaching consensus.

Key words: Educational investigation, Williamson investigation, KALIPER investigations, LIS education