Abstract

This study seeks to understand the experiences of library administrators who have led a major library renovation project. Most often this person is an Associate Dean working on the Dean’s behalf. Six participants from large, public, research universities in the United States were interviewed for this study. The findings show that library administrators are largely unprepared to lead renovations in terms of formal education and training. Suggestions are offered to help library administrators become better prepared in areas related to renovations and provide implications in terms of funding, staffing practices, professional development, and organizational understanding.

摘要

本研究旨在了解领导大型图书馆改造项目的图书馆管理员的经验。通常，此人是代表院长工作的副院长。来自美国大型，公立，研究型大学的六名参与者接受了这项研究的采访。调查结果表明，图书馆管理员基本上不准备进行正规教育和培训方面的翻新工作。提供了一些建议，以帮助图书馆管理员在与翻新有关的领域中作更好的准备，并在资金，人员配备实践，专业发展和组织理解方面提供启示。