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The social sustainability improvement strategy for supporting the green library concept at Taman Ismail Marzuki library Library Management Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Muhammad Fadhil Sulaiman, Laksmi Laksmi
Purpose This study aims to describe and examine the strategy used by the Taman Ismail Marzuki Library for increasing its social sustainability capabilities. Design/methodology/approach The research questions in this study are (1) What is the TIM Library’s social sustainability strategy for supporting the green library concept? and (2) What are the impediments and facilitators to implementing the green
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Research data management practices of faculty members in Ghanaian universities Library Management Pub Date : 2024-03-15 Beatrice Arthur, Thomas van der Walt
Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the current research data management practices among researchers in Ghana and their impact on data reuse and collaborative research. The study aims to identify the methods used by researchers to store and preserve their research data, as well as to determine the extent to which researchers share their data with others. Design/methodology/approach
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Research data management competencies of researchers in selected public universities in South Africa Library Management Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Mpilo Siphamandla Mthembu, Dennis N. Ocholla
Purpose In today's global and competitive corporate environment characterised by rapidly changing information, knowledge and technology (IKT), researchers must be upskilled in all aspects of research data management (RDM). This study investigates a set of capabilities and competencies required by researchers at selected South African public universities, using the community capability model framework
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Investigate the relationship between leadership behaviours, organisational commitment, occupational stress and organisational citizenship behaviours in Vietnamese private business school libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2024-02-16 Quan Hoang Nguyen Tran
Purpose This paper examines the associations between leadership behaviours, organizational commitment, occupational stress and organisational citizenship behaviours (OCBs) at the Vietnamese private business school libraries. Another objective of this research is to explore the mediating role of organisational commitment and occupational stress on the connection between leadership behaviours and OCBs
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Library practitioners’ perceptions on the applications of IoT in university libraries of Bangladesh Library Management Pub Date : 2024-02-15 Susmita Saha, Md. Roknuzzaman
Purpose The major objectives of this study are to explore the perceptions of library practitioners towards IoT and to suggest directions for its proper application in university libraries of Bangladesh. Design/methodology/approach The study conducted an online questionnaire-based survey of library practitioners working at university libraries in Bangladesh in addition to an email interview with ten
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Management of cyber risks in the library: analysis of information security awareness of Estonian library employees Library Management Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Kate-Riin Kont
Purpose This article surveys why libraries are vulnerable to social engineering attacks and how to manage risks of human-caused cyber threats on organizational level; investigates Estonian library staff awareness of information security and shares recommendations concerning focus areas that should be given more attention in the future. Design/methodology/approach The data used in this paper is based
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Contextualised dictionary literacy, information literacy and information behaviour in the e-environment Library Management Pub Date : 2024-02-12 Theo J.D. Bothma, Ina Fourie
Purpose Needs for information literacy, disparities in society, bridging digital divides, richness of information sources in electronic (e-)environments and the value of dictionaries have often been propagated. To improve information sources and information literacy training, information behaviour must be understood (i.e. all information activities). This paper conceptualises new opportunities for
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A qualitative perspective of the role of Malawi Library Association in developing librarianship in Malawi: opportunities and challenges Library Management Pub Date : 2023-12-22 Kaitano Simwaka, Ellen Chifuniro, Robert Chalochiwawa, Tina Mutalama Kabwilo, Sandram Chimutu
Purpose The study aims to unpack the role of Malawi Library Association (MALA) in developing librarianship in Malawi. It also explores an array of opportunities and challenges that are present for MALA. Design/methodology/approach The study applies the interpretivist paradigm for the research design. Qualitative data were collected from a purposeful sample totaling 24 practicing librarians and paraprofessionals
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Digital reading of undergraduate students in Vietnamese universities: a focus group study Library Management Pub Date : 2023-12-18 Lan Thi Nguyen
Purpose The development of digital technology and digital resources have influenced one’s reading habits. This paper aimed to study undergraduate students' reading in digital sphere at universities in Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach A focus group study with 31 undergraduate students of six groups at six public universities was conducted to get their perspectives on reading preference, strategies
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Peter J Lor: mentor and mentee unbounded Library Management Pub Date : 2023-12-18 Gwenda Thomas
Purpose An attribute common throughout Lor’s distinguished career has been a passion for learning and continuous improvement in an approach that sets high standards, both for himself and others. Taking on the informal mantle of both mentor and mentee, these contributions have blended with no clear boundaries or timelines. Design/methodology/approach Lor has been active in the library and information
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Information needs and information-seeking behavior of visual artists: a systematic review of the literature Library Management Pub Date : 2023-12-08 Spyros Kolyvas, Petros Kostagiolas
Purpose Information makes an important contribution to the promotion of the creativity of visual artists. This work aims to explore relevant research through a systematic review of the literature and discuss the impact of information on visual artists' creativity. Design/methodology/approach A systematic literature review was conducted through Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses
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From project to platform: a case study on evolving the software development team Library Management Pub Date : 2023-12-07 Daniel Coughlin, Binky Lush
Purpose At the authors’ libraries, they consolidated two departments and attempted to find ways to increase productivity, reduce duplication and improve job happiness within their software development teams. The authors have lost institutional knowledge when developers leave the team, yet the authors remain responsible for critical library services. The merging of the authors’ departments provided
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The role of libraries in academic achievement: case study of Azerbaijan university libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-11-17 Narmina Abdullayeva
Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine the importance of libraries in higher education institutes located in Azerbaijan, mainly in the capital city of Baku. Various university libraries have been examined in terms of information services, physical environments and technical equipment support issues. Design/methodology/approach Questionnaires were completed by students and staff at several
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State of public libraries in Morocco Library Management Pub Date : 2023-11-07 Asmaa Bouaamri, Ágnes Hajdu Barat
Purpose This article discusses the public library system in Morocco, compiling the available information tackling the historical background of public libraries and their early work and the system that has been adopted during and after colonial periods. The main purpose of the study is to shed light on the present situation of the public library system in Morocco and also to further identify some of
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The utilisation of open research data repositories for storing and sharing research data in higher learning institutions in Tanzania Library Management Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Neema Florence Mosha, Patrick Ngulube
Purpose The study aims to investigate the utilisation of open research data repositories (RDRs) for storing and sharing research data in higher learning institutions (HLIs) in Tanzania. Design/methodology/approach A survey research design was employed to collect data from postgraduate students at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) in Arusha, Tanzania. The data
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Analysis of the relationship of CRM-based library services with head librarians' personal and academic variables: a survey of university libraries in Pakistan Library Management Pub Date : 2023-10-31 Mir Bahader
Purpose This study aimed to examine the relationship between customer relationship management (CRM)-based library services and head librarians' personal and academic variables. The status of CRM-based library services in the university libraries of Pakistan was also assessed. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional survey research design and quantitative research approach were applied. A structured
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Research collaboration among library and information science professionals in Nigerian universities Library Management Pub Date : 2023-10-13 Clement Ola Adekoya
Purpose The necessity for continuous advancement in library education and practice requires research collaboration among library professionals. This study aims to investigate research collaboration among lecturers in the department of library and information science (LIS) and librarians in university libraries in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach A descriptive survey research design was used for
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The state of embedded librarianship in the university research processes in selected African academic libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-08-25 Anna Leonard, Josiline Chigwada, Gilbert Mushi
Purpose This study aims to examine the state of embedded librarianship in African academic libraries by exploring the extent of librarian embedment in research processes in selected academic libraries in Africa. Design/methodology/approach A survey was conducted to collect data using an online questionnaire. The study population was comprised of librarians who directly support researchers throughout
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Capacity-building practices for librarians' effective service delivery in federal university libraries in Nigeria Library Management Pub Date : 2023-08-23 Patrick Chijioke Igbokwe
Purpose The study examined capacity-building practices for librarians' effective library service delivery in Federal University Libraries in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach The design for this paper was a descriptive survey research design. Data was collected using a questionnaire from a total number of 178 respondents. Collected data were analyzed using mean scores and standard deviation. Findings
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Assessment of the influence of intrinsic motivation on undergraduate students' usage of library facilities in the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria Library Management Pub Date : 2023-08-15 Mensah Prince Osiesi, Adebolu Folajimi Adekoya, Chigozie Celestina Oke, Adenike Lucia Aruleba, Adejimi Oluwatobi Busiyi
Purpose This study assessed students' intrinsic motivation (basic psychological needs) as predictor of their usage of library facilities in the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach The study adopted the quantitative case study approach. The population of this study consisted of all undergraduate students in the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. The systematic random
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The needs of digital scholarship services at Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City Library Management Pub Date : 2023-08-11 Thi Kim Thoa Ninh, Thi Huyen Ngo, Hong Sinh Nguyen
Purpose The aim of this paper is to investigate the needs of lecturers and learners for digital scholarship services (DSS) and to suggest recommendations for the development of DSS at Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM). Design/methodology/approach The research employed a mixed method approach, comprising a paper questionnaire with 360 respondents to collect quantitative data and
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Australian public libraries during the COVID-19 crisis: operations, management and service provision Library Management Pub Date : 2023-08-04 Simon Wakeling, Jane Garner, Mary Anne Kennan, Philip Hider, Hamid R. Jamali, Holly Eva Katherine Randell-Moon, Yazdan Mansourian
Purpose The purpose of this research was to investigate how Australian public libraries responded to the COVID-19 pandemic in terms of management, planning and communication. The study also investigated operational approaches to the development and implementation of new and adapted models of service and resource delivery. Design/methodology/approach Utilising a multiple qualitative case study approach
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KUOPIO 2022: The application of the MARC 583 “action note” in Austria and Germany Library Management Pub Date : 2023-08-01 Silke Sewing
Purpose The purpose of this article is to present the implementation process in Germany and Austria of MARC 583 as an example for a supraregional cooperative library workflow in the fields of preservation and archiving. Design/methodology/approach Based upon PDA: Terminology, the MARC 583 “Action note” data element for inventory preservation and archiving was implemented in all library union catalogues
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North: the Canadian shared print network/Nord: Réseau canadien de conservation partagée des documents imprimés Library Management Pub Date : 2023-07-21 Joseph Hafner
Purpose This paper was presented at the Kuopio 2022 Conference in Vienna, Austria on September 7, 2022, to show the work in Canada to create a Canadian shared print network and to share information about the projects that new group is working on with their partners. Design/methodology/approach This was a case study giving information about the North/Nord Canadian Shared Print network, the history of
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The missing link: the capacity development for academic librarians to sustain citizen science at university libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-07-21 Modiehi Winnie Rammutloa
Purpose This paper reports on research into the skills and services required to ensure the sustainability of citizen science as a service in university libraries. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative research design was adopted to collect data from academic librarians. A questionnaire was administered, and data were analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Findings More
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Renew and recycle: developing sustainable preservation strategies Library Management Pub Date : 2023-07-17 Jacob Nadal, Erin Engle
Purpose The Library of Congress is engaged in an effort to ensure the health and sustainability of its preservation program. Design/methodology/approach This paper is an expanded version of a presentation Jacob Nadal and Erin Engle gave at the 7th Kuopio Conference. That presentation explained how the preservation management team re-evaluated and re-imagined its work through a series of workshops,
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Quantitative representation of school library service quality in Yogyakarta: evaluation using Libqual +Tm method Library Management Pub Date : 2023-07-14 Arina Faila Saufa
Purpose The purpose was to measure the service quality of school library in Yogyakarta based on user perceptions using the Libqual +TM method that used three dimensional indicators; affect of service, information control and library as place. Design/methodology/approach The researcher used a quantitative method to examine the perceived scores, minimum expectations and ideal expectations given by the
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Information privacy culture in Croatian libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-07-13 Anita Katulić
Purpose The research aims to establish the predictors of the acceptance of technical and organizational measures for the protection of personal data to ensure information privacy in Croatian libraries, starting from the constructs of the APCO Macro Model. Design/methodology/approach Two data collection methods were used: the online survey questionnaire method and the analysis of the websites of independent
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Building technical, human and conceptual skills: implications for Vietnamese librarians Library Management Pub Date : 2023-06-28 Quan Hoang Nguyen Tran
Purpose This study examines the working skills of Vietnamese librarians in terms of technical, human and conceptual skills. Then, this study suggests recommendations to improve their working skills. Design/methodology/approach To attain this objective, the study surveyed 243 Vietnamese librarians. Several statistical tests, including analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the paired t-test, were used to
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Research collaboration amongst Egyptian library and information science faculty members Library Management Pub Date : 2023-06-19 Essam Mansour
Purpose The purpose of this study is to determine the potential for research collaboration amongst Egyptian library and information science (LIS) faculty members. Design/methodology/approach An online survey was used, which ran from the beginning of June to the middle of July 2021. Findings Male respondents made up slightly more than half of the total, with ages ranging from 30s to 40s and the majority
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Mapping the association of HRM practices with the performance of library staff through PLS-SEM: a case study of academic libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-06-15 Javaid Ahmad Wani, Shabir Ahmad Ganaie
Purpose The current study aims to gauge the association between HRM practices and performance in academic libraries in India. Design/methodology/approach This study used a quantitative approach to collect data. A total of 163 participants were included in this study. The sample was selected from 21 academic libraries. PLS-SEM, the main data analysis technique, was employed in the current research using
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On site/ off site/ in transit - Aspects of emergency preparedness and risk management for library collections Library Management Pub Date : 2023-06-02 Cornelia Posch
Purpose This paper aims to provide insights into the state of emergency preparedness in libraries, highlight critical aspects of risk and prevention and present ideas and resources for libraries to take action. Design/methodology/approach Based on examples and results from research and practice on planning and risk assessment, the paper introduces key concepts and offers practical steps to improve
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Safety in a public library: the perspective of visitors and staff Library Management Pub Date : 2023-05-29 Vania Ceccato, Emrah Ercin, Julia Hazanov, Sara Elfström, Adriana Sampaio
Purpose In this study, the authors report visitors' and personnel's safety experiences and concerns in order to understand the safety conditions of a library. Design/methodology/approach The analysis is based on answers from a small sample survey of library visitors, interviews with the personnel and incidents recorded in a library in Stockholm the capital of Sweden. Findings Dealing with visitors
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Reorganization of a very small academic library: a case study of Maine maritime academy's Nutting Memorial Library Library Management Pub Date : 2023-05-15 Ann MacMillan Dyer, Lauren Starbird
Purpose This case study evaluates the success of a change management process in a very small academic library at a public, rural college. It considers the existing literature on the subject and how it applies to this setting and details the change process. Design/methodology/approach The authors developed a new tool for assessment of work and its relationship to the organization design, dubbed a “Penny
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The relationship between digital literacy and heutagogy learning: a pilot study among college students in Indonesia Library Management Pub Date : 2023-05-02 Endang Fitriyah Mannan, Muhammad Rifky Nurpratama, Shamila Mohamed Shuhidan, Mohamad Noorman Masrek
Purpose This study aims to describe digital literacy (DL) and heutagogy and examine the relationship between the two. Design/methodology/approach This study employed a quantitative approach using a survey method. The respondents were students at a college in Indonesia. The respondents were students at a college in Indonesia. Data were collected using a questionnaire distributed to students via a Google
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The British Library – rethinking physical storage Library Management Pub Date : 2023-04-18 Andrew H. Appleyard
Purpose The British Library (BL) faces a significant challenge with storage space predicted to run out within the next three years. However, alongside a plan to create additional capacity, the BL also intends to take the opportunity to rethink the integration of storage and workflows in order to implement a fully optimised end-to-end model of content management. This approach will incorporate not only
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Impact of restructuring resources and services and their utilization in IIT Roorkee library, India Library Management Pub Date : 2023-04-03 Rajender Kumar, Dinesh K. Gupta
Purpose This paper examines the impact of restructuring on the usage of resources and services in the Indian Institute of Technology library, Roorkee. Library users were approached to know their preferences between an electronic and traditional resources and services. Additionally, the study focused to know the extent of change in users' awareness, dependency, usage, frequency and satisfaction from
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Speicherverbund Nord - A regional print archiving cooperative in northern Germany Library Management Pub Date : 2023-03-17 Claudius Herkt-Januschek
Purpose Speicherverbund Nord is a print archiving cooperative of seven academic libraries from Northern Germany. Its scope is the shared archiving of print serials with multiple holdings. This article presents the history and key events from the start of the initiative till today and gives a report of the main questions and fundamental decisions and definitions that have been made during the process
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Conservation at the National Library of Greece: the transition's aftermath Library Management Pub Date : 2023-03-15 Zoitsa Gkinni, Nikolas Sarris
Purpose The National Library of Greece (NLG) was founded in 1832 and since 1903 it had been housed at the Vallianeio building, a landmark in the center of Athens. With a history of nearly two centuries and significant collections, the library moved its headquarters to its new building at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center in 2018. This transfer marks its transition to a new era, a restart
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Author preferences for open access in Portugal: survey findings Library Management Pub Date : 2023-03-14 Milena Carvalho, Michael Boock, Tania Yordanova Todorova, Susana Martins, Ines Braga, Cláudia Pinto
Purpose Surveying authors at doctoral-granting institutions of higher education in Portugal, the authors in this paper aim to seek to determine the extent to which Portuguese researchers prefer that their work appears in open access journals or open access repositories resulting in improved access to quality, peer-reviewed scientific information and faster scientific and technological advances. The
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Research publications and return on library investment: a study of the NIRF ranking university libraries in India Library Management Pub Date : 2023-02-27 Pramod Kumar, Shri Ram Pandey, Shweta Gupta
Purpose The study aims to investigate returns on investment (ROI) from the academic library of India's top ten leading university libraries in terms of research publication. Librarians help academic researchers in a variety of ways. Some of these methods are collection oriented, whilst others are service oriented. The study investigates many factors responsible for the increased or decreased institutional
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The global is rooted in the local: Peter Lor and international librarianship Library Management Pub Date : 2023-02-14 Alex Byrne
Purpose Peter Lor’s contributions to library and information science and practice are myriad. This essay focusses on his contributions to the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA). Design/methodology/approach The essay recalls Lor’s achievements and draws on the author’s experience of working with him during challenging times for IFLA. Findings Lor’s work and achievements
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Environmental education in public libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-01-24 Jennie Devine, Leo Appleton
Purpose This research aims to investigate effective public library environmental education interventions in order to inform the development of a framework for public libraries. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research method was developed incorporating surveys and follow-up interviews with librarians working in USA public libraries, who were known to have been involved in environmental education
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Rebirth in the examination of past roles and triumphs in determining what might be Library Management Pub Date : 2023-01-23 Steve O'Connor
Purpose Repository Libraries need to pause and re-consider their role and future purpose in the light of the Digital Disruption of the whole library and publishing industries. This paper seeks to expose some of the issues in this re-examination. Design/methodology/approach The Kuopio Conference is a seminal conference series exploring the trials, successes and futures of repository libraries globally
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Cooperative preservation management and the digitisation of journal collections in French higher education libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-01-18 Guillaume Niziers, Gabrielle Richard
Purpose The study aims to highlight the outputs and issues of cooperative preservation and digitisation of journal collections in French higher education libraries. Design/methodology/approach Overview of the French shared preservation initiative for academic journals and of the Persée programme. Findings After 18 years of operation of the French shared journal preservation initiative, the Persée digitisation
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Becoming a global library at the local: internationalization activities and practices of Philippine academic libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2023-01-16 Marian Ramos-Eclevia
Purpose This study aims to examine the perceived role of libraries and contributions to the internationalization of higher education and identify the available library services for international students and faculty. Design/methodology/approach This descriptive research used a survey method to study the different activities and practices of the internationalization of academic libraries. Findings The
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Green libraries: barriers to concept development Library Management Pub Date : 2023-01-11 Małgorzata Fedorowicz-Kruszewska
Purpose The library community is considerably active in environmental issues, but the body of scientific and professional literature in the library and information science (LIS) related to environmental issues is growing slowly. The author attempts to indicate the reasons for the still-low interest in the issue of green libraries on a global scale by pointing to barriers in the development of the green
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bwLastCopies – identifying the last copy: activities in the German state of Baden-Württemberg Library Management Pub Date : 2022-12-23 Lena Hassel
Purpose Cooperative preservation has been an international topic for a long time. Germany’s neighbouring countries such as Austria and Switzerland have already taken measures for the cooperative preservation of printed resources. The main objective of the project bwLastCopies – which was funded by the Ministerium für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Kunst Baden-Württemberg in the context of the BigDIWA
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Exploring experiences regarding information literacy competencies among nursing students at Aga Khan University, Uganda Library Management Pub Date : 2022-12-20 Sarah Nakaziba, Sarah Kaddu, Mary Namuguzi, Arnold Mwanzu
Purpose The study sought to assess and evaluate the information literacy experiences and competencies of nursing students at Aga Khan University, Uganda. A review of information literacy (IL) programs was done to establish the competencies students acquired from the library staff and examine the contribution of IL competencies to the effective utilization of library information resources. Design/methodology/approach
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First steps towards shared print collaboration in Sweden Library Management Pub Date : 2022-12-16 Karin Byström, Anna Isaksson, Anna Thordstein, Wolfgang Undorf
Purpose This paper reports the development in Sweden during the last few years on shared print cooperation. In June 2022, 30 libraries signed a letter of intent on cooperation on preservation and withdrawal of print material. By taking joint responsibility for long-term preservation, libraries aim to secure access as well as diversity and breadth in the collections. Design/methodology/approach As a
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Library's quality impact on satisfaction and improvement priorities Library Management Pub Date : 2022-12-16 Sunitiya Thuannadee
Purpose This study aims to identify library service dimensions at the Suranaree University of Technology (SUT), Thailand, examine the effect of perceived quality on overall satisfaction and determine the library service's improvement priorities. Design/methodology/approach The modified service quality (SERVQUAL) questionnaire was administered to SUT faculty and students. The perceived quality of service
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A holistic view of academic library supply chain model Library Management Pub Date : 2022-12-07 A.K. Mahbubul Hye, Nurakmal Ahmad Mustaffa, Md. Mamun Habib
Purpose The supply chain (SC) model is commonly utilized in manufacturing and has also been adapted to a variety of service industries with similar goals. However, in a few service industries, most notably academic libraries, the SC model is rarely implemented, despite the fact that SC management best practises have been shown to boost stakeholder satisfaction, revenue and decrease total expenses.
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Researchers' perception and response to the open access resources (OAR) in higher learning institutions of Tamil Nadu, India Library Management Pub Date : 2022-11-01 Gunasekaran Mangai, Perumal Ganesan
Purpose The purpose of this study is to report the results of a survey conducted at Bharathidasan and Alagappa Universities to determine the research scholars' awareness, use of Open Access (OA) resources, reasons for using, impact of OA on the research scholars' research, satisfaction and problems faced. Design/methodology/approach In this study, a self-assessed questionnaire was developed to collect
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Academic library services extension during the COVID-19 pandemic: considerations in higher education institutions in the Gauteng Province, South Africa Library Management Pub Date : 2022-10-13 Tinyiko Vivian Dube, Lorette Jacobs
Purpose This paper aimed to determine the extent to which academic libraries and information services were extended due to the emergence of COVID-19 in the Gauteng Province, South Africa. Design/methodology/approach Founded on a pragmatism paradigm, the sequential explanatory research design was adopted to engage with participants and respondents on their experience of library services extensions to
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Fourth industrial revolution (4IR): librarians' perceptions encompass the art of thinking skill Library Management Pub Date : 2022-09-29 Zainab Ajab Mohideen, Arslan Sheikh, Kiran Kaur, M. Sukmawatid
Purpose The world is moving toward a new industrial revolution period where digital technology has achieved unprecedented developments. The industrial revolution (IR) is a subcategory of the fourth industrial revolution (4IR). This paper aims to discuss the 4IR technologies from the perspective of librarians. It investigates the perceptions of librarians about the 4IR. Design/methodology/approach The
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A survey of transformational leadership traits for South African academic libraries in Gauteng province, South Africa Library Management Pub Date : 2022-09-29 Nokuphiwa Kunene, Patrick Mapulanga
Purpose The purpose of the paper was to survey transformational leadership traits in three academic libraries in the Gauteng province in South Africa. The three academic libraries were chosen based on the fact that two of the universities were residential research-intensive universities and the third was an academic library of a distance learning university. Design/methodology/approach The study adopted
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Thriving in the post-Covid-19 era: a new normality for libraries' service offering Library Management Pub Date : 2022-09-29 Rocco Palumbo
Purpose Social distancing and physical closure triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic put the libraries' viability under stress. Although the spread of the pandemic enacted a new normality for library management, little is known about the ingredients that are needed in the recipe for increased libraries' attractiveness. The article addresses the current gap in the scientific knowledge, unveiling what libraries
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Deriving factors for library corporate social responsibility using thematic and weighting analysis Library Management Pub Date : 2022-09-27 Emad Abu Eid, Ab Razak Che Hussin
Purpose This study aims to derive factors in the context of library corporate social responsibility. Interest in implementing corporate social responsibility has also increased over time because of its association with core issues of fundamental value, especially in societal, environmental and ethical practices. Therefore, corporate social responsibility can help libraries accomplish their missions
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Exploring the reviews of Google Maps to assess the user opinions about public libraries Library Management Pub Date : 2022-09-23 Aasif Mohammad Khan, Fayaz Ahmad Loan
Purpose In present networked society, almost all the entities are present on Google Maps. Google Maps has become the first preference for the users for searching and retrieving information about any place. Google Maps provides an opportunity for a user to post ratings and reviews for an entity, including public libraries about their facilities and services, etc. This study explores how users of public
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Knowledge, skills and attitudes required for Japanese library staff based on job advertisements Library Management Pub Date : 2022-09-22 Naoki Matsumoto
Purpose In relation to institution type and employment status, this study aims to identify the requisite skills, knowledge and attitudes (SKAs) listed in job advertisements for Japanese library staff. Design/methodology/approach This study collected data on 545 posts advertised on major Japanese librarian job advertisement websites from March 2019 to January 2021. The data included institution type