Question

Which is not a professional model to evaluate the librarianship profession?

• A. Classical Model
• B. Trait Model
• C. Control Model
• D. Values Model

Hint:

Trait, control and values models are used in professional evaluation. Classical model belongs mainly to management thought.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: Professional models are used to understand whether an occupation can be considered a profession. These models examine traits, control, values, ethics, service orientation and autonomy.

Step 1: Understanding professional evaluation models.
Trait model evaluates a profession on the basis of traits such as specialized knowledge, training, service and ethics.
Control model focuses on professional autonomy and control over work.
Values model focuses on service values, ethics and social responsibility. \[ \text{Professional Models} \Rightarrow \text{Trait + Control + Values} \]

Step 2: Checking the odd option.
Classical model is a management model or school of thought. It is not generally treated as a professional model for evaluating librarianship as a profession. \[ \text{Classical Model} \neq \text{Professional evaluation model} \]

Step 3: Selecting the correct answer.
Since classical model is not a professional model of librarianship evaluation, it is the correct answer.