Rebecca P. Butler

About the Author

Rebecca P. Butler is a distinguished educator and author with over three decades of experience in the field of library science and information literacy. Holding a PhD in Library and Information Science, she has dedicated her career to bridging traditional librarianship with the demands of the digital era, advocating for innovative practices that empower students and educators alike. As a professor emerita at Dominican University, Butler has influenced countless professionals through her teaching, consulting, and prolific writing. Her work emphasizes the integration of technology in school libraries to foster critical thinking and lifelong learning. Passionate about equity in education, she continues to lecture and write on adapting library services to meet the needs of diverse, tech-savvy generations, ensuring libraries remain vital community hubs in an ever-evolving landscape.