Developments of Teaching Library, Information and Digital Archiving Sciences in Jordan: Al-Hussein Bin Talal University as a Case Study

Objective. The study sought to examine the progress of teaching library and information science in several Jordanian universities from their establishment till the present (1921–2022). The study aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis of the development and challenges faced by library and information science programs in Jordan, specifically focusing on the Bachelor's and Master’s Degree programs offered by the Department of Library and Information Technology (DLIT) at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University. Methods. The study employed a descriptive and content analysis methodology to examine the initial stages of establishing the first professional program in teaching library and information science in the late 1970s. The analysis focused on developing the newly created master's program in Information Management and Digital Archiving within the Department of Library and Information Technology in the Faculty of Arts at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University. Results. That academic programs of the four universities lack collaboration and synchronization in enhancing their curricula and teaching methodologies. Currently, there is a lack of sufficient, contemporary, and thorough research or study on the significance of this problem within the higher education system. There is a requirement for greater collaboration and organization among faculty members in Jordan's four universities to evaluate the current situation and propose more efficient approaches to improve teaching in libraries, information, documentation, and digital archiving. In the fields of library, information, and digital archiving the sciences in Jordan are always developing and improving. The Department of Library and Information Technology at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University is experiencing notable progress in its programs to align with the era of information technology. Conclusions. The primary objective of every academic program should be to bridge the disparity between the requirements and competencies of library professionals while considering the pertinent and up-to-date advancements in information technology, telecommunications, and digital transformation.