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Young, Kristen Lee. "Information Professionals’ Attitudes Influence the Diffusion of Information and Communication Technologies." Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 5, no. 1 (March 17, 2010): 147. http://dx.doi.org/10.18438/b8bg93.
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Rabina, D. L., & Walczyk, D. J. (2007). Information professionals’ attitude toward the adoption of innovations in everyday life. Information Research, 12(4), 1-15.
Objective – This study examined the general characteristics and patterns of librarians in connection with their willingness to adopt information and communication technologies.
Design – Online questionnaire.
Setting – General distribution to information professionals through online inquiry. More than 70% of responders worked in public or academic libraries.
Subjects – Librarians and library staff at mostly public and academic libraries.
Methods – The study was conducted during a two week period in April 2006 through an online questionnaire that was sent to library and librarian-related electronic mail lists. The questionnaire was divided into two parts and contained a total of 39 questions. Part one contained eight questions that asked for demographic data and the respondent’s daily attitude toward the adoption of information and communication technologies. Questions regarding age, number of years worked in a library, career, type of library environment worked in, and primary responsibilities within that environment were asked. For one question the respondents were asked to identify which of the categories they fall under when adopting a new technology. The results from part one were used to consider the innovativeness of librarians. The results from part two were used for a study of opinions on innovations and their relative advantage.
Main Results – A total of 1,417 responses were received. Of those, 1,128 were fully completed and considered valid and used for inquiry. The majority of respondents worked in public or academic libraries. Nine hundred and twenty-six respondents, or 88%, were from the U.S. and represented more than 300 distinct zip codes. Two hundred and two respondents, or 12%, were international respondents.
This study notes that the sociologist, Everett Rogers, identified and defined five adopter categories in 1958. Those categories are: innovators, early adapters, early majority, late majority, and laggards. The findings of this study indicate that regardless of the demographic variables considered, more than 60% of respondents, the majority of librarians surveyed, fall into two contrasting adapter categories: early adopters and early majority. The study suggests that the efficient and effective diffusion of new technologies in library settings may be difficult. Three problematic areas among librarians for the dissemination of innovation were identified: conflicting opinions among multiple opinion leaders, deceleration in the rate of adoption, and improper re-invention. The findings of the study also suggest that “contrary to common beliefs, librarians in academic or special libraries are no more innovative than public or school librarians” (Conclusion, ¶3).
Conclusion – The study concludes that librarians’ attitudes are unevenly distributed with most either accepting new innovations or being late adopters. The variables of age, role, tenure, and library type had little impact on the approach of the professional toward innovation. The identification of the three problem areas: opinion leadership, deceleration of adoption, and improper re-invention, represents where more time and effort may need to be spent to make the implementation of new technology a smoother process.
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Naila, Naila. "Pemanfaatan teknologi komunikasi dan informasi di perpustakaan." IQRA`: Jurnal Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi (e-Journal) 12, no. 1 (August 14, 2018): 14. http://dx.doi.org/10.30829/iqra.v12i1.1817.
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This article discusses the rapid development of information technology, demands librarians and librarians to struggle and work harder in developing knowledge, skills and expertise in the fields of libraries, documentation and information, as well as information technology. Information and Communication Technology is a large umbrella terminology that includes all technical equipment for processing and conveying information. keywords: communication technology, information technology
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Chandra Mohan Kumar, C. S., and J. Dominic. "A Study on Information Communication Technology among Engineering College Libraries in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu." Asian Journal of Information Science and Technology 1, no. 2 (November 5, 2012): 45–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2011.1.2.20.
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The purpose of this paper is to examine the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in 32 Engineering College Libraries in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu by investigating the ICT infrastructure, current status of library automation, barriers to implementation of library automation and also librarians’ attitudes towards the use of ICT and the availability of computers in libraries. Data-gathering tools used included questionnaire, observation and informal interview with selected college librarians. It is observed that 31.2% of libraries use only one computer for OPAC and 31.2% of libraries have less than 5 computers for internet access. 37.5% of libraries have 5-10 computer to access e-resources, 31.2% libraries have membership in INFONET.
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Ngoaketsi, J., Y. K. Salawu, and A. Tella. "Digital Environment in Academic Libraries: Leveraging on Advanced Information Communication Technologies for Better Service Delivery." Advances in Multidisciplinary and scientific Research Journal Publication 29, no. 1 (December 30, 2021): 179–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.22624/aims/abmic2021-v2-p14x.
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The advancement in technologies coupled with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and its associated technologies such as artificial intelligence, AI, robotic technology, virtual/augmented reality, big data, blockchain, cloud computing, and the likes have entered into the academic and other types of libraries have all brought changes into the digital environment of academic libraries. In light of this, this chapter examined the current digital environment of academic libraries. The chapter discusses the concept of the digital environment and academic libraries, describes digital components in academic libraries (old versus new), describes the impact of the digital environment on academic libraries, identify the new knowledge and skills required for academic libraries users’ and librarians’ functionality in the digital environment of academic libraries, and identifies changing formats ofthe environment of information material; the technological issue; the changing role of librarians; a collection of virtual information, archiving or preserving the virtual information; accessing of virtual information; special skills needed for librarians in building a virtual library; the cost factor of information technology; and the likelihood of job loss by the librarians as current challenges associated with the digital environment of academic libraries. The chapter recommends based on the findings that Academic librarians and studentsshould work to develop in-demand skills and continuously learn to use tools that reveal their capabilities and expertise to function in the digital environment of academic libraries and to provide efficient and effective information service. The academic librarians should anticipate and integrate new technologies to redesign access and delivery mechanisms to maximise utilisation of information and to minimise the costs of supporting such services. Keywords: Academic libraries, Digital environment, Digital literacy, Digital skills, Advanced technologies, Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.
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Ngoaketsi, J. "Digital Environment in Academic Libraries: Leveraging on Advanced Information Communication Technologies for Better Service Delivery." Advances in Multidisciplinary and scientific Research Journal Publication 29 (December 15, 2021): 179–94. http://dx.doi.org/10.22624/aims/abmic2021-v2-p14.
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The advancement in technologies coupled with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and its associated technologies such as artificial intelligence, AI, robotic technology, virtual/augmented reality, big data, blockchain, cloud computing, and the likes have entered into the academic and other types of libraries have all brought changes into the digital environment of academic libraries. In light of this, this chapter examined the current digital environment of academic libraries. The chapter discusses the concept of the digital environment and academic libraries, describes digital components in academic libraries (old versus new), describes the impact of the digital environment on academic libraries, identify the new knowledge and skills required for academic libraries users’ and librarians’ functionality in the digital environment of academic libraries, and identifies changing formats ofthe environment of information material; the technological issue; the changing role of librarians; a collection of virtual information, archiving or preserving the virtual information; accessing of virtual information; special skills needed for librarians in building a virtual library; the cost factor of information technology; and the likelihood of job loss by the librarians as current challenges associated with the digital environment of academic libraries. The chapter recommends based on the findings that Academic librarians and studentsshould work to develop in-demand skills and continuously learn to use tools that reveal their capabilities and expertise to function in the digital environment of academic libraries and to provide efficient and effective information service. The academic librarians should anticipate and integrate new technologies to redesign access and delivery mechanisms to maximise utilisation of information and to minimise the costs of supporting such services. Keywords: Academic libraries, Digital environment, Digital literacy, Digital skills, Advanced technologies, Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.
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Nnah, Flora Gordon, and Charlotte Enang Bassey. "The Use of Information and Communication Technology on Library Services in Nigeria." RESEARCH JOURNAL OF MASS COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY () E-ISSN P-ISSN 8, no. 1 (October 1, 2022): 56–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.56201/rjmcit.v8.no1.2022.pg56.62.
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The study examined the use of information communication technology on library services in Nigeria. The Specific objectives were to; examine the influence of the usage of ICT on provision of library operations, and to determine the impact of ICT on provision of library users. Descriptive survey design was used in conducting the study. The area of the study is University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The statistics obtained from the libraries showed that there are 12,234 users and 244 librarians. A total of 168 respondents were sampled and 120 used for the study. The study adopted one way analysis of variance (ANOVA). Based on the analysis, the findings revealed that there was a significant influence of the utilization of ICT on library operations. The study revealed that there was a significance influence of ICT on library users. The study recommended that ICT skills should be made an important requirement in the recruitment of librarians in the University library. Also recommended that education should also form part of the university curriculum. Libraries should be funded with sufficient funds so that they will be able to attain modern Information Communication facilities. Finally, management should regularly organize useful training courses, seminars and conferences on Library-based ICT applications and competencies.
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Ngozi I. Anasi, Stella, Imo J. Akpan, and Titilayo Adedokun. "Information and communication technologies and knowledge sharing among academic librarians in south-west Nigeria." Library Review 63, no. 4/5 (July 1, 2014): 352–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lr-10-2013-0124.
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Purpose – This study aims to investigate the degree and frequency of utilisation of information and communication technology (ICT)-enabled platforms for knowledge-sharing by academic librarians in south-west Nigeria. It also seeks to identify possible barriers as well as strategies that will promote efficient utilisation of these platforms. Design/methodology/approach – This study adopted a descriptive survey design, using a researcher-developed questionnaire for data collection. Fifty-two professional librarians from selected academic libraries in south-west Nigeria were surveyed. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Findings – Finding from the investigation revealed that academic librarians in south-west Nigeria are increasingly utilising ICT platforms for knowledge-sharing in preference to the traditional platforms. However, ignorance of existing ICT knowledge-sharing platforms, limited ICT skills and an unhealthy technology environment remain major challenges. Originality/value – The findings of this study have far-reaching implications for Nigerian academic librarians’ professional development. It advocates maximum utilisation of ICT platforms to enhance knowledge-sharing and collaboration for professional development, scholarly communication and efficient service delivery.
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Pikas, Christina K. "Communication is the Key Skill for Reference Librarians." Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 2, no. 4 (December 7, 2007): 88. http://dx.doi.org/10.18438/b84p5s.
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Taylor, Robert S. "Question-Negotiation and Information Seeking in Libraries." College & Research Libraries 29.3 (1968): 178-94.
Objective – To better understand the question negotiation process in libraries both in intermediated and in self-help situations. To achieve a richer understanding of the relationship between library users and library systems in order to establish a research agenda and inform librarian education.
Design – The first part consisted of qualitative research involving interviews. The second part consisted of a diary study.
Setting – Special engineering libraries in the United States and a university campus (Lehigh in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania).
Subjects – The participants in the interviews were special librarians. Special librarians were selected because they have more specialized knowledge and respond to more substantive questions in greater depth than do public and academic librarians who emphasize instruction and who encounter staffing restrictions that prevent them from spending too much time on each inquiry. Detailed information on the selection of the individual participants is not provided.
The participants in the diary study were twenty undergraduate students who were enrolled in an information science course.
Methods – The interviews were open-ended and unstructured. The interviews lasted sixty to ninety minutes and were taped. No information is provided on transcription or analysis methods or paradigms.
In the second part, the students were given a reading assignment on information seeking. They then had to select a search topic and document the steps they took, decisions they made, and resources they used to answer the question. The participants were asked to analyze their original question, the type of answer required, and decisions they made in the process. No details are provided on the analysis of the diaries.
Main results – Taylor found five filters required for search definition:
1. Determination of subject;
2. Objective and motivation;
3. Personal characteristics of the inquirer;
4. Relationship of inquiry description to file organization;
5. Anticipated or acceptable answers (183)
These five filters provide general information necessary for the for the search definition. These types are not mutually exclusive and may occur simultaneously.
In the diary portion he found:
1. All participants consulted other people including librarians and fellow students;
2. None considered the library as a whole;
3. All inquiries required multiple sources; all answers were synthesized from multiple sources;
4. Participants were familiar with library research: they used the classification schedule to search, used subject headings, and used indexes or tables of contents.
5. Question or research problems changed as a result of information found
Conclusion – Question negotiation is a dynamic process which requires feedback and iteration to come to a conclusion. The librarian’s job is to work with the inquirer to understand the information need and then to translate the negotiated need into appropriate search strategies.
The author suggests that library school reference courses be updated to include instruction related to communication and negotiation in addition to the instruction on resources. He suggests more emphasis on questions instead of commands; that is, a cooperative process to determine what information is needed and how to best fulfill the need instead of assuming the inquirer “knows exactly what he wants, can describe its form (book, paper, etc.) and its label (author and title)” (191).
To aid self-help situations, the author recommends better subject description of resources and inquiry-oriented instead of object-oriented systems. He suggests building better query negotiation into self-help systems. At minimum the system should request the user state his objective, if for no other reason than to force the user to reflect on or analyze his question. Help should be available at the time of need, and this can be offered through technology instead of through staffing.
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Parzhnytsky, Victor, and Oleksandr Savenko. "Activity of Libraries of Vocational Education Institutions in Information and Communicative Space." Ukrainian Journal on Library and Information Science, no. 9 (June 17, 2022): 104–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.31866/2616-7654.9.2022.259158.
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The aim of the article is to systematise, summarise new knowledge on the activities of libraries of vocational education institutions in the information and communication space, to consider specific activities in terms of present and prospects for their development. The research methodology was based on the general scientific principles of unity of theory and practice, systematics, complexity, and comprehensiveness of knowledge. The use of general scientific (description, analysis, synthesis, comparison, generalisation) and special (bibliographic, sample observation, grouping, content analysis) methods at the empirical and theoretical levels of research contributed to achieving this goal. The scientific novelty of the research is to generalise and systematise new and known knowledge concerning the activities of libraries of vocational education institutions in the information and communication space in terms of nowadays and prospects for its development within one research. Conclusions. Current conditions of transformation of the learning process focused on distance education and the rapid development of digital technology pose new challenges to the libraries of vocational education institutions. The quarantine constraints that libraries faced in 2020-2021 demonstrated the need to reformat rapidly various types of library services into an online format. The most promising channel for promoting any information or resources today is the Internet. The use of Internet technology in libraries is now mandatory for every librarian. Librarians should not only focus on information and communication resources and technologies, including the Internet but also apply this knowledge in practice. Thus, the introduction of Internet tools in the activities of libraries of vocational education institutions is an urgent necessity. Librarians can effectively use a great variety of Internet services in their daily work and bring vocational education institutions’ information and library services to a qualitatively new level.
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Wiyarsih, Wiyarsih, and Maryatun Maryatun. "Kesiapan Pustakawan dalam menghadapi Era Digital (Studi pada Pustakawan di Perpustakaan UGM)." Berkala Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi 8, no. 1 (November 6, 2015): 19. http://dx.doi.org/10.22146/bip.7770.
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One of the characteristics of digital generation is having high dependence on the utilization of information technology and communication devices. This becomes a trigger for libraries to restructure the role and function of their existing resources, such as human resources that have vital position for the success of libraries in providing the services. Libraries need librarians who have competency in the field of information technology to synergize with users. In reality, the librarians are still dominated by the librarians from the digital immigrant generation who are still learning to adapt with the new environments in information technology. Therefore, the readiness of librarians to meet the needs of digital generation becomes the main issue in this study. This was a descriptive study with qualitative approach. The study objects were thel ibrarians in Gadjah Mada University. The samples(infomants) of librarians were those who represented digital immigrant generation and digital generation. Data gathering methods in this study were literature, in-depth interviews, and observation. The data analysis applied was qualitative analysis and data validity examination using triangulation. Based on the result, it can be concluded that from several aspects of librarians' cornpetency in Technology (Competencies Technology: Core Skills, which includes Core E-mail, Core Hardware, Core Internet, Core Operating Systems, C ore Software, Core Web Tool and Technology Competencies (System & IT), librarians of digital generation have better competency than librarians of digital immigrant generation in the field of IT. Therefore, librarians of digital generation are better prepared to face users of digital generation. However, librarians of digital immigrant generation still have passion or motivation to leam in the field of technology to meet the demanding needs users of digital generation.
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Husain, Shabahat, and Mohammad Nazim. "Use of different information and communication technologies in Indian academic libraries." Library Review 64, no. 1/2 (February 2, 2015): 135–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lr-06-2014-0070.
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Purpose – This paper aims to present an exploration of the potential utilisation of different information and communication technologies (ICT) in Indian academic libraries. Design/methodology/approach – A survey method was used for the collection of data. A structured questionnaire, containing close-ended questions, was sent by postal mail to 30 librarians of the Central University Libraries in India, of which 15 questionnaires were returned. Findings – Academic libraries in India have mostly been involved in applying traditional ICT-based solutions for the management of various library functions and services, particularly for organising and retrieving information. Use of modern ICT-based tools of knowledge creation and sharing such as web discovery tools, blogs, wikis, Real Simple Syndication feeds, social networking and social bookmarking seems uncommon in academic libraries. Lack of trained staff in ICT, low level of ICT skills among library users, unawareness of potential benefits of ICT and inadequate ICT infrastructure were found as the major barriers of ICT applications in academic libraries. Practical implications – Academic libraries in India are still in the early stage of understanding the importance of modern ICTs. Librarians should renovate existing library environment and develop knowledge and skills among their staff in the fields of computer programming, website or portal development, hardware maintenance and metadata or e-resource management for providing quality information services to their users. Originality/value – Because no empirical study on the use ICT-based knowledge management (KM) tools in academic libraries in India has been carried out before, this study closes this gap and provides guidelines for practising librarians, policy makers, management and the University Grants Commission of India to promote the use of ICTs in libraries, and to design courses of information communication technology and related skills.
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Omeluzor, Saturday U., and Gloria O. Oyovwe-Tinuoye. "Assessment of Information and Communication Technology for Selective Dissemination of Information and Current Awareness Services: A Case Study of University Libraries in the South-West Zone of Nigeria." Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 12, no. 4 (December 30, 2017): 233. http://dx.doi.org/10.18438/b84x09.
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Objective – To assess the use of information and communication technology (ICT) for selective dissemination of information (SDI) and current awareness services (CAS) in university libraries in the South-West zone of Nigeria.
Methods – A descriptive research design was adopted. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire administered to a population consisting of 379 librarians, with 353 usable questionnaires retrieved.
Results – Findings revealed that most university libraries in the South-West zone of Nigeria do not use ICT in delivery of SDI and CAS. It is evident in this study that despite the known positive effects of ICT in library services, traditional methods were predominantly used for SDI and CAS to the library users. The study revealed that erratic Internet services, insufficient training, inadequate ICT skills, and low support for ICT were hindrances towards ICT use for SDI and CAS.
Conclusions – The integration of ICT features in library services for the delivery of CAS and SDI has been a challenge in university libraries in South-West Nigeria. Only a few libraries and a low percentage of librarians had adopted the use of ICT in the delivery of CAS and SDI, while a larger number of libraries resorted to the use of traditional methods. The level of ICT literacy among the librarians in this study is low, as a higher percentage of librarians did not have adequate ICT skill to use available online resources on the Internet and other ICT tools to deliver SDI and CAS in South-West, Nigeria. This is not unconnected to the fact that the training and technical support received by the librarians is inadequate, and the level of support that academic libraries received from their university managements in South-West Nigeria in terms of funding for ICT development is inadequate, which led to low Internet services.
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Lawal, Wasiu Olayade, and Gabriel Sola Olawale. "Information and Communication Technology and Research Productivity of Librarians in Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State." Information Impact: Journal of Information and Knowledge Management 11, no. 3 (August 25, 2020): 22–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/iijikm.v11i3.3.
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The purpose of this study was to identify the impacts of Information and Communication Technology on research productivity of librarians in BOWEN University Library, Iwo, Osun State from 2017 - 2019. The study adopted a survey method. The population of the study consisted of 10 librarians. Questionnaire was adopted as research instrument to collect data from the 10 librarians in the Library through a total enumeration method. The data were analysed using descriptive statistical method. Findings revealed that the research productivity of the librarians was low. However, they made use of ICT’s for their research activities with attendant impacts. Major impacts were noticed in the area of data gathering procedures, and also collaborative research and improvement of quality and quantity of literature search and data analysis. The study recommends among others that librarians should endeavour to publish more research papers encouraged to receive trainings and necessary skills on the use of new technologies for research purpose.
Keywords: Research, Librarians, Bowen University, Research productivity, ICT
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Jain, Priti. "Delivery of library and information science curriculum." Library Review 66, no. 6/7 (September 5, 2017): 482–504. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lr-12-2016-0109.
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Purpose Advancement in Information and communication technologies (ICTs) has revolutionised Library and Information Science (LIS) education and libraries. Both theory and practice have been transformed completely. LIS education programmes have become highly competitive and must be market-driven and technology-oriented. At the same time, academic libraries have been transformed and have become dynamic. Fostering a close collaboration between LIS educators and practitioners can multiply their strength and abilities by sharing educational resources and theoretical and practical knowledge. This paper aims to present the findings of a study carried out to investigate the current status of collaboration among LIS educators and library practitioners at the University of Botswana. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected using self-administered structured questionnaires from both LIS educators at the Department of Library and Information Studies (DLIS) and practicing librarians working at the University of Botswana Library (UBL). To follow-up some of the issues, an interview was carried out with a subject librarian and a focus group discussion method was used to discuss some of the challenges from the findings. Findings The major collaborative activities from the DLIS staff were identified as the following: creating awareness of library resources and promoting library usage among students, facilitating library material selection and inviting librarians as guest lecturers to teach in the classroom. The main collaborative activities from practicing librarians were found to be the following: delivering information literacy instruction, providing professional/practical experience to students and information sharing with the DLIS teaching staff. The major challenges were identified as the following: different cultures of educators and librarians, lack of need to collaborate and lack of formal policy at the department and the university level. Research limitations/implications The UBL has 51 library staff members. All the librarians were not included in this research study, only senior librarians and library management were involved in the study. No theoretical framework was used to carry out the study. The questionnaire was designed based on the general literature in the field of professional collaboration among faculty and educators in the information profession. The follow-up interview and focus group discussion were conducted to address the collaborative activities and challenges that were acknowledged by at least 50 per cent of the participants. Issues with less than 50 per cent responses were considered insignificant to follow-up. Follow-up interview was conducted only with one subject librarian. As all subject librarians have the same job profile and undertake the similar activities, it was assumed that one subject librarian can represent others. Originality/value This research paper contributes to the body of literature. It may be useful for other LIS schools and libraries that work in similar environments, and it also opens up avenues for further research on this topical issue.
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Hira, Arzu, and Iqbal Hussain Asad. "An Assessment of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Competency of Medical Librarians of Punjab." Winter 2023 3, no. 1 (March 31, 2023): 698–708. http://dx.doi.org/10.54183/jssr.v3i1.217.
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The research aimed to an assessment of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) competencies of medical librarians in the province of Punjab. The research study was descriptive in nature, and a quantitative approach was used for which a closed-ended questionnaire was conducted from librarians working in different health institutions in Punjab province. Therefore a whole population sample of 62 health institutions of the public and private sectors was selected from the areas of Punjab. A questionnaire consisted of two types of questions, one five rating Likert scale and the other yes and no type questions. Collected data was analyzed considering the objectives and research questions of the study. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis which includes frequency, percentage, mean score and standard deviation for item analysis. It was found that there was a lack of training courses in medical librarianship. Therefore, it is recommended that the intuitions may demand training courses in medical librarianship, and the government may support and provide funds to arrange training. Medical institutions do not have sufficient funds. This factor caused a hindrance in the proper functioning of and enhancing their competencies in the field of ICT to keep libraries updated to fulfil the need of the day, so the government and the institutions may provide sufficient funds to the concerned field of libraries.
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Umeozor, Susan N., and Helen U. Emasealu. "Web technology in developing countries: The pathway for academic libraries in Nigeria." Journal of Library Services and Technologies 4, no. 1 (2022): 31–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.47524/jlst.v4i1.32.
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This paper surveyed the impact of Web developmental stages on academic libraries in Nigeria. Literature regarding technological advancements in Web developmental stages with the associated innovations in library services were collected and utilized for the paper. The literature was provided a baseline data for the paper. Library services which could leverage on information communication technology (ICT) were identified. The paper highlighted the technological innovations and tools associated with each Web developmental stage and outlined how these could be adopted and integrated into the mainstream of library operations in-order to ensure improved service delivery especially in academic libraries. It concluded that technology has proven to be the future of information management and dissemination. It, therefore, urged librarians/libraries to embrace technologies and move with the trend in the information industry. The paper recommended the incorporation of computer science in library schools to train librarians who are ICT-competent to drive the course of ICT-compliant libraries.
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Sokolova, Yulia. "“E-libraries: Information Communication Environment” online course: Some results of the professional development program." Scientific and Technical Libraries, no. 1 (January 1, 2017): 81–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.33186/1027-3689-2017-1-81-87.
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The author examines the issues of distant learning and, in particular, the online learning course “E-libraries: Information Communication Environment”. She substantiates the relevance of this format by the need to train massively librarians and information specialists to manage big arrays of digital information as acquired by libraries. Development technique and technology for the online course of “E-libraries: Information Communication Environment” are described. Learning results based on testing statistics are presented; strong points and drawbacks of the course based on the feedback monitoring are identified; students’ reviews are considered.
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Al‐Ansari, Husain. "Application of information and communication technologies in special libraries in Kuwait." Electronic Library 29, no. 4 (August 9, 2011): 457–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02640471111156731.
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PurposeThe study is designed to explore the application of information technology in various operations and services in special libraries in Kuwait.Design/methodology/approachThe data were collected through a questionnaire accompanied by interviews with head librarians in 25 special libraries in Kuwait.FindingsThis study provides baseline data on the current status of the application of information and communication technology (ICT). The majority of the libraries are partially automated. The library catalogue was found to be the most popular area for automation. More than one fourth of the libraries are still using manual systems in their library operations and services. Lack of adequate personnel, ICT training programs, and low priority of libraries within their organization are major obstacles for ICT application in special libraries.Practical implicationsThis paper will have implications for the development of special libraries in Kuwait. It also indicates existing obstacles, difficulties, suggestion and recommendations for further development.Originality/valueIt is the first study of the status of ICT applications in special libraries in Kuwait. Its findings should help researchers and decision makers to improve the current information infrastructure
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Buckland, Michael Keeble. "Library technology in the next 20 years." Library Hi Tech 35, no. 1 (March 20, 2017): 5–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lht-11-2016-0131.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the agenda for library technology for the next 20 years. Design/methodology/approach A long-term historically based analysis of the evolving roles of librarians and library technology, especially the catalog. Findings The rise of standardized cataloging codes, communications formats, bibliographical utilities, and software for online searching constitutes a great triumph in universal bibliographical access for everybody. But each reader is unique and no-one is “everybody” so a uniform service is not ideal for all. The ideal librarian knows both the collection and the readers. The catalog is a guide to the collection and a surrogate for the librarian. The librarian understands the readers. The development of library technology will remain significantly incomplete until the uniqueness of each reader is accommodated. Some ways to do that are noted. Research limitations/implications Research and development should focus on relating the uniqueness of individuals to the uniformity of services provided. Practical implications Strategic directions are indicated. Originality/value Provides a perspective on the development of library service in terms of changing relationships between technology and librarians.
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Murphy, Sarah Anne. "Vocera: Enhancing communication across a library system." College & Research Libraries News 70, no. 7 (July 1, 2009): 408–11. http://dx.doi.org/10.5860/crln.70.7.8220.
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Librarians understand that the complex information environment frequently requires us to both consult with local colleagues and physically assist our patrons with navigating our vast library systems, facilities, and collections. Seeking to enhance customer service and internal library communication, Ohio State University (OSU) Libraries submitted a successful LSTA Innovative Technology Grant Proposal to the State Library of Ohio in 2008. The funding allowed the libraries t o purchase Vocera, a wearable hands-free communication system with a proven history of improving the communication and efficiency of mobile workers operating in a campus environment. Currently deployed in more than 550 hospital and . . .
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Monk, Des. "Information and communications technology training for British librarians." European Business Review 16, no. 3 (June 2004): 307–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09555340410536235.
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Isrowiyanti, Isrowiyanti. "MENGKOMUNIKASIKAN SECARA KREATIF KEBIJAKAN DAN LAYANAN PERPUSTAKAAN MELALUI MEDIA SOSIAL." Jurnal Pustaka Ilmiah 4, no. 1 (August 14, 2019): 558. http://dx.doi.org/10.20961/jpi.v4i1.33806.
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Libraries as nonprofit institutions are required to continue to develop their services<br />even though sometimes they have to face very limited budget conditions. The existing<br />facilities and opportunities must be optimized so that the library program continues and<br />reaches as many users as possible. Information technology and telecommunications<br />are both opportunities and challenges for librarians in order to enforce the existence<br />of libraries amid the shifting patterns and lifestyles of librarians in addition to the<br />limitations possessed by libraries. This paper describes how library efforts utilize the<br />trend of virtual communication to communicate creatively library policies through<br />social media.<br />Keywords: creative communication, library policy, library services, social media
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Eromosele, Peace Osemudiamen, Abdulganiy O. Ahmed, and Evarest C. Madu. "Information Communication Technology (ICT) facilities and information resource sharing activities in federal university libraries in North central, Nigeria." Ghana Library Journal 27, no. 2 (November 14, 2022): 233–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/glj.v27i2.9.
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The research investigated the impact of Information Communication Technology (ICT) Facilities on Information Resource Sharing Activities in Federal University Libraries In North Central, Nigeria. The study was guided by four objectives and one null hypothesis. A descriptive survey was used with the target population of 121 librarians in the seven federal university libraries in North central, Nigeria. The questionnaire was used in data collection. 121 copies of the questionnaire were administered 102 were filled, returned and found usable representing an 87.2% response rate. Percentage, Means and standard deviation were used in data analysis and Pearson Product moment correlation was used to test the null hypotheses. The study found that the factors restricting the usage of ICT for information resource sharing in federal university libraries in North central, Nigeria, were inadequate funding and lack of ICT infrastructure and connectivity. H01 showed that there was a relationship between ICT and information resource sharing in federal university libraries in North central, Nigeria. The study found that the factors restricting the usage of ICT for information resource sharing in federal university libraries in North central, Nigeria, were inadequate funding and ICT infrastructure and connectivity. The paper recommended amongst others that federal universities in North Central Nigeria should ensure that the funds allocated to the university library should be increased and also should endeavour to provide adequate ICT facilities that are lacking such as video conferencing and intranet to enhance information resource sharing activities.
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Ogbah, Enovwor Laura. "Assessment of Information Provision Services of Libraries in the 21st Century in Some Selected Academic Libraries in Delta State." International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education 10, no. 1 (January 2014): 97–101. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/ijicte.2014010109.
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This study is an assessment of Information Provision Services of Libraries in the 21st century in some selected academic libraries in Delta State. A descriptive survey was adopted in carrying out the research. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection of which 62 were retrieved. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that academic libraries should have Internet connectivity, librarians should be trained in the use of Information and Communication Technology amongst others that were itemized.
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Ghosh, Maitrayee. "Hack the Library! a first timer’s look at the 29th Computers in Libraries conference in Washington, DC." Library Hi Tech News 31, no. 5 (July 1, 2014): 1–4. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lhtn-05-2014-0031.
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Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to focus on selected presentations from the 29th Computers in Libraries (CIL) conference that took place at Washington Hilton hotel, Washington, DC. In addition to its content, the CIL (2014) conference provided opportunities to discuss best practices and emerging issues with IT professionals, vendors and “techno” librarians, especially from North America. There was a conference within a conference – the Internet@Schools track integrated into CIL 2014 as Track E on Monday, April 7, and Tuesday, April 8. Design/methodology/approach – Reports from the viewpoint of a first-time attendee of CIL (2014) present a summary of the selected presentations with more detail on networking events and the exhibition. The CIL (2014) conference attracted librarians from 13 countries other than the USA. It is difficult to document the entire conference happenings in a single report because of several tracks (A-E) and number of speakers; therefore, a selective approach is used. Findings – The CIL (2014) in Washington, DC, is considered a major North American library technology conference for librarians and information managers. As a first-time attendee, the author found that CIL (2014) is informative; it covered technology applications in libraries and strategies to enhance communication – useful to librarians and information professionals both in the USA and internationally. The conference was full of innovative ideas and revealed the diversity of current developments in library service delivery, especially in North America. Originality/value – Today, more and more library users are using various innovative technologies including mobile apps, data visualization, application programming interfaces, open-source and multimedia. Phones (smart phones) and tablets are emerging as popular choices to access content. This report is a summary of selected educational sessions/presentations in CIL (2014) on diverse technology-related topics, especially mobile technology in libraries that will be of particular interest to readers and useful for professionals who did not attend CIL (2014) in Washington, DC.
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N., Lazarus, Jinadu I., Eddy-Ugorji C., and Imam Abayomi. "Institutional support for professional competence of librarians to improve the codification and preservation of traditional knowledge in the libraries." Tropical Journal of Education 2, no. 1/2 (February 28, 2021): 22–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.47524/tje.v2i1.5.
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Codification and preservation of traditional knowledge is of great importance, more so by professionals from the library and information science. Acquisition and management of traditional knowledge in academic libraries is one of the evolving areas of research and this is why this paper examined the impact of institutional support for professional competence of librarians to improve the codification and preservation of traditional knowledge in Lagos State, Nigeria. It provides a perspective from which institutional support can be viewed as an important element for codification and preservation of traditional knowledge in the libraries. In addition, the paper identified institutional support as funding, motivation, staff training/development, facilitative policy; including the inadequacies. The paper discussed the concept of professional competence and the competences required of professional librarian for codification and preservation of traditional knowledge in the library. This include: educational qualification, understanding the source of traditional knowledge, ability to locate traditional resources, possession of knowledge of traditional knowledge codification and preservation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills. In conclusion, the paper reiterated that there is need to include other librarians apart from the library management staff in the formulation of institutional policy for improvements in codification and preservation of traditional knowledge in Lagos State. Moreover, the library management should make adequate provision for regular training and retraining of librarians to improve the codification and preservation of traditional knowledge in Lagos State.
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Enakrire, Rexwhite Tega. "USING INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES IN THE UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULUNATAL AND UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN LIBRARIES." Mousaion: South African Journal of Information Studies 33, no. 4 (March 10, 2016): 38–61. http://dx.doi.org/10.25159/0027-2639/147.
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The use of information and communications technologies (ICTs) for knowledge management (KM) has become a critical success factor in present-day university libraries. University libraries have continued to use ICTs to foster and enhance the operations of information services on a daily basis in the library environment. The use of ICTs requires librarians to have proven knowledge and skills in order to achieve effective and efficient work performance in the libraries. This article focuses on the two research questions, namely: ‘What are the skills needed for ICTs by librarians at the university libraries?’ and ‘What are the challenges faced by librarians in the use of ICTs for KM at the university libraries?’ The research specifically targeted the libraries at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), South Africa, and the University of Ibadan (UI), Nigeria. Quantitative and qualitative research approaches were adopted in order to conduct data collection and data analysis. The research findings were that, when compared, the two university libraries showed a correlation in the skills required by librarians. This is accompanied by knowledge of ICT hardware and software; various subject areas in librarianship; structure and process of cataloguing, and classification, to function better in the library environment. Several challenges, including the high cost of hardware and software; lack of implementation of ICT policies; and inadequate in-depth knowledge of the library holdings were observed. In conclusion, the dynamic information environment requires librarians to be proactive and have enhanced education that would enable them to address change management, leadership roles, and technical information skills. Librarians need to constantly update their knowledge and skill-sets to keep up with current trends of technology in library and information services.
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Fakandu, Ali Muhammed, and Ahmed Yabagi. "ICT as enabler for the adoption of knowledge management practices in selected north-west Nigeria federal university libraries." Journal of ICT Development, Applications and Research 5, no. 1 (2023): 35–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.47524/jictdar.v5i1.36.
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Managing knowledge in libraries is an essential role in librarianship. Information and communication technology (ICT) is an enabler that facilitate library routines including knowledge management practices. The objectives of this study include to assess the level of adoption of knowledge management practices, to establish the extent of ICT application in knowledge management and assess the relevance of ICT facilities in knowledge management practices in university libraries. This study applied descriptive research and had a target population of three hundred and ninety-three (393) librarians and the sample size of the study was 191. Questionnaires method were used for data collection. Descriptive statistic methods was used in analyzing the data collected while tables, frequencies, percentages and charts were used for tabulation and presentation. This study found out that university libraries often applied information and communication technology (ICT) in performing library routines (activities). The study also established that ICT was used to share knowledge among librarians and available ICT facilities were used to provide different services in the university libraries. The study recommend that the university and library management should invest greatly by improving the budget of library to enable the library to install relevant facilities/tools and materials for IT literacy.
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Oyovwe-Tinuoye, Gloria Ogheneghatowho, Saturday U. Omeluzor, and Ijiekhuamhen Osaze Patrick. "Influence of ICT skills on job performance of librarians in university libraries of South-South, Nigeria." Information Development 37, no. 3 (February 10, 2021): 345–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0266666920983393.
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The study examined the influence of information and communication technology (ICT) skills on job performance among librarians in the university libraries in South-South, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive survey design using a self constructed questionnaire as instrument for data collection. The questionnaire was constructed after consulting other related literature in order to ensure that relevant items were included. Five research questions were answered in the study. The population consists of 233 librarians in the six federal, seven state and eight private university libraries in the South-South, Nigeria. A purposive sampling technique was adopted for the study. The data collected was analysed using frequency, percentages and tables for easy interpretation and understanding of the results. Findings revealed that the majority of the respondents in the university library acquire ICT skills through self-sponsorship. It also showed that the majority of the respondents were not skilful in system management, web application and tools such as: system troubleshooting, webinar/digital conferencing tools, Web 2.0, website designing and digital communication. The findings further revealed that there was no policy in place to regulate ICT training of librarians where a majority were yet to attend training once in the last five years, hence there was inadequate training of librarians on ICT skills. There was evidence in the study that training in ICT skill would engender improved service delivery, library administration, efficiency, job performance and reduction in job stress. The findings also revealed that inadequate training, poor planning and implementation, non-sponsorship of librarians, absence of policy for evaluation and assessment are factors militating against ICT skills acquisition. The paper recommended that ICT skills training should be prioritized while internally organized training programmes should be highly encouraged in the university library. The university management should make some financial commitment in support of academic librarians for training and retraining on ICT skills for improved job performance and effective delivery of library services to the patrons while relevant policies should be put in place for continuous evaluation and training of librarians on ICT skills.
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Ilesanmi, Titilayo C. "Librarians’ ICT skills and service delivery in private universities in Nigeria." Information Impact: Journal of Information and Knowledge Management 14, no. 1 (June 21, 2023): 54–75. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/iijikm.v14i1.4.
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This paper examined the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills of librarians for service delivery in private universities with particular reference to Southern Nigeria. The study adopted the survey research method. Forty-five (45) private university libraries in Southern Nigeria and their librarians constituted the sample size for the study. The study’s samples consisted of 181 librarians in the private universities, hence, total enumeration was adopted. Questionnaire was used for data collection from the respondents. Out of the 181 copies of the questionnaire distributed, 173 were returned and found valid for analysis. Data gathered was analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 21 and the results were presented in frequency count, percentage, mean and chart. Findings of the study revealed that librarians in private universities in Southern Nigeria delivered various library services to their users. The librarians have acquired basic ICT skills and were versatile in its application for Internet searches, information retrieval, social communication and Microsoft-office related activities with the exception of programming skills. Majority of the librarians acquired their ICT skills through self-learning. The finding revealed that the acquisition of ICT skills by librarians in Southern Nigeria private universities is relevant to their delivery of improved library services. The paper recommended that regular acquisition of relevant ICT skills is essential for librarians and university management should support librarians’ ICT capacity development at national and international levels as this would enhance their relevance and get them abreast of the latest development for effective service delivery.
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Perryman, Carol. "The Information Practices of Physical Science Librarians Differ from Those of the Scientific Community: More Research is Needed to Characterize Specific Information Seeking and Use." Evidence Based Library and Information Practice 3, no. 3 (September 3, 2008): 57. http://dx.doi.org/10.18438/b8kk7j.
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Brown, Cecilia M. and Ortega, Lina. “Information-Seeking Behavior of Physical Science Librarians: Does Research Inform Practice?” College & Research Libraries (2005). 66:231-47.
Objective – As part of a larger study exploring the information environments of physical science librarians (Ortega & Brown), the authors’ overall objective for this study is to profile physical science librarians’ information behaviours. The authors’ two-part hypothesis was that first, peer-reviewed journals would be preferred over all other sources for research dissemination, resembling the preferences of scientists, and second, that peer-to-peer consultation would predominate for practice-oriented decisions.
Design – Mixed methods: survey questionnaire followed by citation and content analysis.
Setting – Five internationally disseminated professional association electronic mailing lists whose readership comprised those with interests in science librarianship: the American Library Association (ALA) Science and Technology Section; the American Society for Information Science & Technology (ASIST) Science and Technology Information Special Interest Group; the Special Library Association (SLA) Chemistry Division and its Physics-Astronomy-Mathematics Division; and the American Geological Institute Geoscience Information Society.
Subjects – Seventy-two physical science librarians voluntarily responding to an online survey.
Methods – A questionnaire was distributed to inquire about physical science librarians’ professional reading practices as well as their perceptions about the applicability of research to their work. Participants were asked to rank preferences among 11 resource types as sources supporting daily business, including personal communication, conference attendance, electronic mailing lists, and scholarly journals. Differences between the mean rankings of preferences were tested for significance by applying the Friedman test with p>0.0005. Journals identified most frequently were analyzed using the Institute for Scientific Information’s (ISI) Web of Science index and Ulrich’s Periodical Index to measure proportions of research and non-research citations, as well as the general topic areas covered by the journals. Next, content analysis was performed for the years 1995, 1997, and 2000 in order to characterize research methodologies used in the previously identified journals according to a previously tested schema (Buscha & Harter). Results from this portion of the study were compared with participants’ responses about journal usage.
Main Results – Librarians reported using personal communication (both face-to-face and electronic mailing lists) more frequently as a means of information gathering than professional journals, Web sites, conferences, trade publications, monographs, or ‘other’ resources. Variations in responses appeared to correlate with years in the profession and in the respondents’ time in their current positions, although there are indications that the importance of all information resources to practice and research declines over time. The relative importance of resources is also shown in time spent reading journal literature, less than 5 hours per week for 86% of participants.
Conclusion – For the first hypothesis, the authors found that unlike scientists, survey participants did not prefer research publications as vehicles for dissemination of their research results. For the second, librarians ranked peer-reviewed journals third in preference after personal communication and electronic mailing lists as sources of information supporting daily practice, supporting the second hypothesis that respondents would emulate the information use practices of mathematicians.
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Janakiraman, A., and N. Subramanian. "Application of Information Communication Technology in Libraries of Research and Development Organizations in Chennai, Tamil Nadu." Indian Journal of Information Sources and Services 9, no. 1 (February 5, 2019): 96–100. http://dx.doi.org/10.51983/ijiss.2019.9.1.586.
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Information and communication technology (ICT) is a top priority in building the new global economy and construct swift changes in society. The effective application of ICT in research development libraries and information centres has improved the ways and techniques of research information controlling. The main objective of Research and Development Institutions (R&D) libraries is to appropriate process and retrieve the information and to make available the much-required information to the research community. This study reveal the implementation and utilisation of Information Communication and Technology (ICT) methods in R&D libraries in Chennai, and the level of the extent of ICT in these libraries and also suggested the modern techniques to be implemented. Knowledge can be divided in to two categories namely explicit and tacit. This paper prospects how ICT and related systems can maintain libraries aspire towards excel administration of ICT management system. The results show that ICT could play an important role in the library system, to be used broadly in the R&D libraries. Government and semi-government institutions standards can improve drastically through this ICT enabled libraries, so that the researchers can use this research information retrieval through ICT tools. As per the surveyed librarians, this paper suggests that more modern technology can be used in the R&D libraries which can contribute more successful ICT application use to the research community. This technology has made extensive changes in each and every one, discipline and knowledge. In that scenario nowadays the library and information science is also demanding automatically in that operations. Even nowadays ICT proficiency and competences needed for the implementation of the information and knowledge based library user society in the region of Chennai. The ICT tools have nowadays become an important technology in R&D libraries as it plays a very significant role in meeting information requirements of the research communities and institution as a whole. This study has identified the ICT structure and implementation in R&D libraries across Chennai.
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Nwachukwu, Victor N., and Tony I. Obaseki. "Perception of librarians on the use of mobile technologies in meeting information needs of university library patrons." Przegląd Biblioteczny 82, no. 4 (December 30, 2014): 537–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.36702/pb.528.
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Objective – This paper is an in-depth analysis of the theoretical view of librarians with regard to the use of new technologies (such as mobile technologies) for service rendering in libraries in the era of information age and globalization. It also posits that libraries and librarians in the developing states have a lot to contribute to the socio-economic and infrastructural development of their states. Research method – The paper refers to the changes in the types of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) available in libraries, and asserts that there is a gradual technological advancement from visible to invisible, and from unmovable to moveable ICTs. Mobile technologies e.g. iPads, iPods, iPhones, the paper stated have become a part of ordinary life and their common use is overshadowing the existence of computer desktops, and laptops. Mobile technology use is increasing as not only the literate academics use mobile technologies, but also the literate artisans use it for online social networking. The trend this paper asserts is in both societies of the developed and developing states, but buttresses that mobile technologies are judiciously used for information transactions and access to information store-houses in developed states. Thus, the call for librarians to rise up to the task by using mobile technologies for information transaction. Problems of inadequate technical skills, limited bandwidth subscriptions, shortage of technical manpower in libraries, dearth in collaboration, nonchallant attitude of librarians towards novel innovations in libraries, inadequate library marketing programme, under development of library internal online network etc, are mitigation towards the use of mobile technologies in library service rendering. Results and conclusions – The paper stats that collaboration between libraries in the form of an exchange programme between library professionals in developed and developing states, adequate funding of libraries and librarians training, adequate marketing of library facilities and services, and increase lobbying of government by library heads for better packages for libraries are steps towards ameliorating the problems identified in this paper.
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Irawati, Indira. "Praktik signifikasi atas transformasi pelayanan referensi di Perpustakaan Universitas Indonesia." Jurnal Kajian Informasi & Perpustakaan 8, no. 2 (December 30, 2020): 207. http://dx.doi.org/10.24198/jkip.v8i2.26723.
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The transformation of reference services in academic libraries in the era of information technology has a significant impact on librarians. Librarians need to address transformation properly to design the right services. The University of Indonesia (UI) library has undergone this transformation since a decade ago and continues to adapt to existing developments. Various service concepts were developed to suit users' demands, including by providing online-based services and utilizing social media to communicate with users. This study aimed to explore how reference librarians interpreted this transformation and what they should do. The research method used qualitative methods with the phenomenological method narrated descriptively. The research informants consisted of 13 librarians and seven reference librarians. Data analysis showed that librarians'significance for transforming reference services resulted in 4 important themes that were interpreted as influencing their work as reference librarians. The four themes were digital-based library services, expansion of access, policy, and promotion. This research concludes that users and librarians' practice of significance for the transformation of reference services results in the digital libraries' concept, which requires expansion of access, relevant policies, and social media optimization for service promotion. The practice of significance related to communication patterns with reference users in the digital era effectively uses email and chatting on the WhatsApp application.
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White, Esther, and Lizette King. "Conceptual framework for scholarly communication guidance by the academic library: The case of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology." Journal of Librarianship and Information Science 52, no. 4 (February 26, 2020): 1137–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0961000620907966.
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This article seeks to give academic librarians insight and guidelines into the provision of an effective scholarly communication guidance to doctoral students. The findings of the study showed that doctoral students had not received much training and guidance on research and scholarly communication practices from their supervisors and academic librarians. The study adopted a case study research design with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) as the research site and sequential explanatory mixed method approach. A proposed scholarly communication guidance model to be used by the academic library is presented. The model proposes that scholarly communication guidance should be offered to doctoral students immediately they enrol for their programmes, throughout their research process, and finally when the research is completed since they are expected to conduct original research. The model will guide the drafting of policies and the academic library in developing tailor-made channels and contents for scholarly communication guidance to doctoral students. The study has contributed to the body of knowledge on scholarly communication guidance by the academic library to doctoral students as previous studies recorded in the literature pertains mostly to faculty and not to students – particularly doctoral students.
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BJ Herisman Saputra. "IMPLEMENTASI KOMPETENSI PUSTAKAWAN PADA DINAS PERPUSTAKAAN DAN KEARSIPAN PROVINSI SULAWESI TENGGARA." Journal Publicuho 5, no. 3 (July 25, 2022): 560–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.35817/publicuho.v5i3.2.
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This study aims to determine and analyze the implementation of librarian competencies at the Southeast Sulawesi Provincial Library and Archives Service. The approach in this study is a qualitative descriptive approach with 7 informants selected using purposive sampling technique. The data in this study were obtained through interviews, observation and documentation studies, the data obtained were then analyzed qualitatively with an interactive model consisting of data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of librarian competence is a review of the work abilities possessed by employees at the Southeast Sulawesi Provincial Library and Archives Service in carrying out their duties, roles and responsibilities. not yet fully good, where there are still many elements of competence that are not fully owned by librarians, whether in the form of competence in management, development, organization, information services, information technology, research as well as communication and interpersonal skills. Therefore, there is a need for more improvement in the competence of librarians.
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Weijsenfeld, Cora, and Mark Wolffe. "Changing times and art librarians." Art Libraries Journal 34, no. 4 (2009): 36–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0307472200016138.
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Excellent organisational and communication skills, familiarity with available digital technology, and the ability to anticipate new developments are attributes art librarians require if they are to continue to be respected and valued professionals. Collaboration between museums, knowledge-sharing and merging library collections will cause individual museum libraries to disappear or be transformed into knowledge centres affiliated with museum collections. These will be a forum for discussion and the exchange of ideas between researchers and intellectuals who share a common passion. The infrastructure for art-related information will be a digital research environment where the indexing of research material is both unambiguous and exhaustive and integrally available.
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Okonoko, Vera Ngozi, and Ufuoma Eruvwe. "Awareness of Information and Communication Technology-Based Information Resources in Library User Education Programmes in Colleges of Education in Southern Nigeria." Information Impact: Journal of Information and Knowledge Management 11, no. 4 (February 22, 2021): 156–71. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/iijikm.v11i4.15.
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The study investigated awareness of information and communication technology-based information resources in library user education programmes in South-South Nigeria. Three research questions and one hypothesis guided the study. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised of 1022 respondents which consist of 62 staff and 960 library users. The instrument for data collection was questionnaire of a four-point rating scale and observation checklist. Tools used for data analysis of research questions were frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation; t-test was used to test the null hypothesis at selected probability of 0.05 level significance. The findings revealed that more than half of the listed ICT-based resources were available in the six colleges of education libraries under study. The study also shows that the respondents had high awareness on these items. It was deduced from the findings that the method used to a high extent for awareness of ICT-based resources for user education programmes in colleges of education libraries was conferences. The study recommended among others, that, colleges of education authorities should embark on capacity building programmes in terms of training and re-training of librarians on ICT awareness.
Keywords: Awareness, Information Resources, User education, ICT
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Liauw, Toong Tjiek. "Academic Libraries and Librarians in the Disruptive Era." Asian Higher Education Chronicles 1, no. 1 (November 5, 2018): 43–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.9744/ahec.1.1.43-44.
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The past few decades have introduced us to the Digital Natives, a generation born in the 1980s, who have been familiar with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and the myriads of ICT products since the day they were born. The last decade has also made us familiar with numerous disruptive innovations and technologies that have now been so pervasive in our daily lives and have ‘threatened’ many established practices on how we conduct our lives and businesses, such as ride-sharing (Uber, Grab, etc.), accommodation-sharing (AirBnb), and the blockchain technology that has been applied in more and more aspects of life, with Bitcoin as one of its applications in the crypto currency sector.
Those changes and disruptions have not spared the higher education (HE) sector. Nowadays HE institutions need to take into account the characteristics of the Digital Natives, and various disruptive innovations and technologies if they want to remain relevant and stay ahead of the competition in the sector. All aspects of HE – including academic libraries, are not immune to these changes and disruptions. In the past, academic libraries have tended to play their roles as the storehouse of information and the provider of space for individual learning. The advent of the Digital Natives and disruptive technologies have led some in the HE sector to argue that academic libraries would soon lose their relevance since nowadays information can be accessed digitally from anywhere and at any time. People who believe this line of thinking have given some examples. One of them is the demise of Blockbuster (movie rental) stores in the United States (US) with the emergence of online video/movie streaming services. However, many forget that libraries, including academic libraries, also have their social functions besides their traditional roles as an information storehouse and individual learning space. Due to their social functions, libraries have even been viewed as one of the most democratic spaces that societies have. This is especially true in the case of public libraries, but also – to some extent – true for academic libraries, where they also perform their functions as community hubs.
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Ikponmwosa, Obaseki Tony, Nkwoma Schorlastica, and Ukachi B. Ngozi. "Electronic publishing and open access to information." Brazilian Journal of Information Science 7, no. 1 (July 18, 2013): 41–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.36311/1981-1640.2013.v7n1.04.p41.
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Publishing has transited from traditional to Electronic format making information resources available to users without much subscription. E-publishing is engendered by the introduction of information and communication technology (ICT), this development has brought about increase in the number of scholarly communication in circulation. The awareness and rate of e-publishing differs among faculties, it based on this that this study was carried out to survey the situation of e-publishing and open access of librarians in three federal universities in Southern Nigeria, five research questions were formulated to guide the study. The methodology adopted is descriptive survey, questionnaire was given to a total population of 64 librarians consisting of librarians from the institutions understudy, the data collected from the study shows that though librarians are aware of e-publishing but they have not being publishing as should have been expected in University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) out of the 95% that aware of electronic publishing only 30% have published there articles electronically, in University of Lagos (UNILAG) 100% indicated that they have published electronically while in University of Benin (UNIBEN) 45.4% percent indicated yes while 54.5% said they have not published their articles electronically. On availability of open access it was discovered that they have access as a total of 84% from UNN responded Yes, UNILAG 100% said Yes while in UNIBEN 90.9%. The following problems based on their scoring militating against e-publishing and open access in Nigeria. Inadequate power supply; inadequate computer terminals; inadequate funding for subscription payment.
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Azmar, Nora Junita. "Masa depan perpustakaan seiring perkembangan revolusi industri 4.0 : mengevaluasi peranan pustakawan." IQRA`: Jurnal Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi (e-Journal) 12, no. 1 (August 14, 2018): 33. http://dx.doi.org/10.30829/iqra.v12i1.1818.
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This article discusses the revolution of this 4.0 industry recently launched in Indonesia and it is impossible to do in the library for the near term, but it would be better if the Human Resources have been forged since now. As for librarians in the face of this 4.0 industrial revolution is to prepare knowledge, technology, information, communication and social skills, because again this revolution is successful if its human resources are also competent in their field. keywords: library, librarian, revolution, industry 4.0
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Farmer, Lesley. "Programmatic Role of Education Libraries in Informatics to Support Preservice Teacher Preparation Programs." Teachers College Record: The Voice of Scholarship in Education 112, no. 10 (October 2010): 2603–22. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/016146811011201007.
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Background/Context The management, processing, and transformation of information constitute central tasks in education. Education informatics intersects the theories and practices of both informatics and education. In particular, informatics aids in the systematic incorporation of technology as educational stakeholders represent, process, and communicate information effectively. The systematic study of those informational structures and interactions, particularly the application of technology to discovering and communicating education information—education informatics—is less prevalent. Purpose/Objective/Research Question/Focus of Study As education librarians seek to collaborate with preservice teacher preparation programs, they need to apply informatics principles to optimize the library's ultimate impact on student achievement. Specifically, education librarians need to examine several levels of information processing systems: student, faculty, program, institution, and government entities. Furthermore, education librarians need to identify the conditions or environments of these information systems because the infrastructure, available resources, and knowledge base all impact student learning. Setting The settings for this study were preservice teacher preparation programs and academic libraries. Population/Participants/Subjects The participants were preservice teachers, teacher preparation faculty, and librarians. Research Design This is a secondary analytic essay. Conclusions/Recommendations With the burden that teacher preparation faculty have in offering a well-rounded and time-efficient program, postsecondary education libraries and their staff can support efforts to address informatics, leveraging their contributions of resources and informatics expertise. Academic librarians have in-depth training in informatics in that they look at information systematically. Particularly in those institutions where librarians are assigned subjects in which to specialize, they can link their professional skill to content-area needs.
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Dadzie, Perpetua, and Thomas Van der Walt. "DIGITISING UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN GHANA: HOW TECHNOLOGY IS FACILITATING ACCESS TO DIGITAL CONTENT AND SERVICES." Mousaion: South African Journal of Information Studies 33, no. 3 (February 8, 2016): 95–114. http://dx.doi.org/10.25159/0027-2639/244.
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The study investigated the extent to which technological advances are affecting the development of digital libraries in universities in Ghana. Using the case study approach, interviews were conducted with university librarians and information technology (IT) officers of three public universities in Ghana. In all, six staff members (i.e., two representatives each from the three libraries at the University of Ghana (UG), the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and the University of Cape Coast (UCC)) were interviewed. Their views on the available information communications technology (ICT) infrastructure which would enable access to digital content and services, such as online databases, institutional repositories, online public access catalogues (OPACs) and World Wide Web (www) resources, were obtained. The findings revealed that all three universities have the basic ICT infrastructure to enable users to access digital content. However, there was restricted access to the OPAC; lack of visibility of the library website; and inadequate use of Web 2.0 tools in some of the libraries. Therefore, the study recommends the hiring of more multi-skilled librarians who would provide the necessary support for digital resources and services.
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Lapinski, P. Scott. "Managing information technology: A handbook for systems librarians." Journal of the American Society for Information Science and Technology 58, no. 6 (2007): 908–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/asi.20517.
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Guth, LuMarie, and Patricia Vander Meer. "Telepresence robotics in an academic library." Library Hi Tech 35, no. 3 (September 18, 2017): 408–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lht-03-2017-0059.
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Purpose Librarians are working with telepresence robotics for various uses, particularly as a communication method inhabiting a space between video chat and face-to-face interactions. The library at (Blinded University) partnered with the (Blinded Laboratory) to showcase this emerging technology in a high-traffic setting utilized by students of every level and major. The purpose of this paper is to discuss patron reactions to this technology exhibition in the library, beta testing of a telepresence robot in various public services tasks, and library employee attitudes toward this unfamiliar technology before and after one-on-one training. Design/methodology/approach The project gathered data through three studies. In study 1, feedback forms were filled out by patrons who interacted with or piloted the robot. In study 2, observations by the librarians piloting the robot for various public services activities were recorded in a log. In study 3, employees were invited to complete a pretest designed to solicit perceptions and attitudes regarding the use of the robot, become trained in navigating the robot, and complete a posttest for comparison purposes. Results were analyzed to find trends and highlight perceived uses for the technology. Findings Patrons and library employees gave positive feedback regarding the novelty of the technology and appreciated its remote communication capability. Trialed uses of the technology for public services yielded positive results when the TR was used for public relations, such as at special events or in greeting tours, and yielded less positive results when used for reference purposes. Library employees comfort with and perceived utility of the robot grew consistently across departments, levels of experience and employment types after a personal training session. Originality/value Although libraries in recent years have surveyed users regarding TR technology, this paper captures quantitative and qualitative data from a library employee training study regarding perception of the technology. Exploration of the public services uses and library employee acceptance of TR technology is valuable to those contemplating expending time and resources in similar endeavors.
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Adekoya, Clement Ola, and Joseph Kehinde Fasae. "Mentorship in librarianship: meeting the needs, addressing the challenges." Bottom Line 34, no. 1 (February 5, 2021): 86–100. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/bl-09-2020-0063.
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Purpose Mentorship is crucial to the success and accomplishment of librarianship in the contemporary era. This paper aims to investigate the need for mentorship and challenges besetting mentorship in librarianship with specific focus on academic libraries. Design/methodology/approach Descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The population of the study was 1,214 librarians in 102 academic libraries in Southern Nigeria. Total enumeration sampling technique was adopted for the study. Findings It was reflected that mentorship, though beset by a number of challenges, is a necessity in librarianship. The hypotheses tested revealed that there is significant relationship between the need for mentorship and the types of mentorship adopted in academic libraries, and that there is no significant difference between the need for mentorship by male and female librarians. Practical implications This study affirmed that it is through mentorship that librarians can meet their job demands. Mentorship should therefore be stimulated to bolster the professional and intellectual development of the librarians. The mentees should be carried along in mentorship partnership selection process, and training should be organized for mentors and mentees on mentorship. Social implications The interaction of librarians in the course of mentoring can facilitate work cohesion and enhanced job performance. Originality/value The needs for and challenges besetting mentorship in librarianship have been explored by collecting data directly from the librarians. The cloistered nature of librarianship, given the changing nature of the profession owing to massive deployment of Information and Communication Technology in the performance of library operations, means that mentorship should be encouraged in the profession.
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Goulding, Anne, Mary Jane Shuker, and John Dickie. "Apps on laps: digital storytimes in public libraries in Aotearoa New Zealand." Library Hi Tech 36, no. 2 (June 18, 2018): 252–69. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/lht-02-2017-0040.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to report on a small, exploratory research project focusing on librarian and parent/caregiver opinions of, and reactions to, the use of digital media and technology in public library storytimes for preschool children in Aotearoa New Zealand. Design/methodology/approach Telephone interviews with librarians and an online survey of parent/caregivers were undertaken. Findings The research found a mixed response to digital storytimes. Those who had not attended or presented digital storytime sessions were largely opposed to the practice, while those who had participated in a storytime using digital media generally held more positive views. Key concerns were focused on the amount of screentime young children should have and a lack of human interaction. Supporters appreciated the introduction of some basic digital literacy skills and the variety that technology could bring to storytime sessions. Research limitations/implications Both samples were small and self-selecting. The use of an online survey meant a bias in the sample toward those with access to appropriate information communication technology as well as a self-selection bias. Practical implications The paper suggests some developments in practice and approach if librarians are going to play the role of media mentors in their communities. Originality/value This is the first study focusing on the development of digital storytimes in Aotearoa New Zealand and adds to knowledge and understanding of key stakeholder views of the inclusion of digital media and technology in public library programming for young children.
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Kyerewaa Barfi, Faustina. "Resource Sharing among Polytechnic Libraries in Ghana." International Journal of Technology and Management Research 1, no. 1 (March 12, 2020): 33–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.47127/ijtmr.v1i1.9.
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The paper presents a synthesis on resource sharing among polytechnic libraries in Ghana. It explores how resource sharing would provide opportunities for the consolidation of strengths and minimize weakness among the polytechnic libraries. The main objective of resource sharing is to maximise the availability of materials and services and to minimize expenses and duplication. The paper further exposed some of the factors which make resource sharing imperative among the polytechnic libraries. These concerns include the proliferation of knowledge on the World Wide Web, issues of distance education, open access and instruction service. It also highlighted some of the resources that could be shared among the polytechnic libraries which include personnel, electronic service, tools, professional activities, policies, etc. Finally techniques that would foster resource sharing activities among the polytechnic libraries were discussed and these include communication, increase in the use of information communication technology, resource mobilisation and capacity building on the part of librarians.
Keywords: Co-operation; Information sharing; Consortia formation; Academic libraries networking.
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Khan, Shakeel Ahmad, and Rubina Bhatti. "Digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries." Electronic Library 35, no. 3 (June 5, 2017): 573–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/el-06-2016-0133.
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Purpose The purpose of this study was to explore the essential digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries. The study identified useful training programs for university librarians to acquire digital competencies. It examined their digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries in universities of Pakistan. This study also evaluates their digital knowledge in applying security measures to protect digital contents. Design/methodology/approach The quantitative research method was used to conduct this study. Research questions and hypothesis were developed to achieve the objectives. In-depth review of related literature was conducted to draft a list of essential digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries. It was circulated among the panel of experts to get their valuable feedback to make a final list of digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries. A questionnaire was developed to measure the status of digital competencies of university librarians in Pakistan. It was pre-tested on 20 respondents before applying to the whole population. SPSS software was used to analyze data. Descriptive and inferential statistics were applied to achieve results. Findings The findings of the study showed that digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries fall into three main categories: digital competencies for developing digital libraries; digital competencies for managing digital libraries; and digital competencies to protect digital contents. The results revealed that training programs offered by Higher Education Commission (HEC), library associations, library schools, in-house trainings, use of online tutorials and trainings offered by skilled professionals are highly important and useful for university librarians to acquire digital competencies. The study concluded that the university librarians working in HEC recognized universities in Punjab province possess basic level of digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries. Their digital competencies vary on the basis of their university type, i.e. public and private sector. Research limitations/implications This study measures digital competencies of university librarians in Pakistan. The study has practical implications for librarians, library schools, library associations, university libraries and HEC. Practical implications This study has practical implications for librarians, information professionals, libraries and library schools. The results are useful for librarians to get knowledge of digital competencies which are essential for developing and managing digital libraries and protecting digital contents. They can develop their digital competencies in identified areas. This study has identified useful training programs for university librarians for acquiring digital competencies. The university librarians should use these programs to gain needed digital skills. Social implications Librarians can get knowledge of digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries to face the challenges of digital age. Originality/value In contrast to previous research work on investigating computer skills, information and communication technology skills, technological skills and general digital skills, this study particularly identifies the essential digital competencies for developing and managing digital libraries. It helps library and information science schools, library associations, training groups and university libraries to offer adequate training opportunities in identified areas to meet the challenges of the digital age.
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Daryono, Daryono. "Literasi Informasi Digital : Sebuah Tantangan bagi Pustakawan." Tik Ilmeu : Jurnal Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi 1, no. 2 (December 12, 2017): 89. http://dx.doi.org/10.29240/tik.v1i2.282.
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Information literacy, in addition to being seen as a set of interpersonal competencies, can also be understood from the standpoint of society and human rights. The creativity of librarians in developing and improving services in the digital age is needed to pay attention. Librarians are able to take an active role in taking part in today's emerging technology era by innovating in services. In this era of technology and digital become the trend with slogan "world in our grip" so that library can no longer only build physical facilities and services which are conventional ones, but they have to be developed according to the development of time. Any intensive communication with users is an attempt to find out how digital information literacy is used and how library information literacy services can be integrated to the digital lifestyle of the users. In the world of librarianship the facts mentioned above are more appropriate if they are viewed in the context of digital information literacy that have been parts of the program in many libraries. However, it is necessary to extend the scope considering that digital phenomena are basically related to the use of media and communal capital in everyday life.