Cataloging or Knowledge Management: Perspectives of Library Educators on Cataloging Education for Entry-Level Academic Librarians

2002 ◽  
Vol 34 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 163-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle R. Turvey ◽  
Karen M. Letarte
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Entry Level

Transformational and transactional leadership influence on knowledge management activities of librarians in university libraries in Nigeria

2019 ◽  
Vol 52 (3) ◽  
pp. 864-879
Author(s):  
C.I. Ugwu ◽  
A.M. Okore
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Transactional Leadership ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Management Processes ◽  
Transformational And Transactional Leadership ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Leadership Influence ◽  
Analyze Data

This paper aims to determine the influence of transformational and transactional leadership on knowledge management activities of librarians in university libraries in Nigeria. Quantitative methodology was considered appropriate for this type of research and adopted to accomplish the main goal of this study. A questionnaire was used to collect data from a total of 215 librarians who participated in the study. Factor analysis and multiple regressions were used to analyze data. The results of the study reveal a positive and significant influence of transformational and transactional leadership on knowledge management activities of academic librarians in university libraries in Nigeria. Further, the results show that transformational leadership behaviours impacted knowledge management activities of librarians more than transactional leadership behaviours. The study provides both theoretical and empirical evidence on the impact of transformational and transactional leadership behaviours on knowledge management processes.

Mastering Knowledge Management in Academic Libraries

2017 ◽  
pp. 27-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kijpokin Kasemsap
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Academic Performance ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Information Age ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Educational Performance ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
Strategic Goals ◽  
Library User

This chapter presents the overview of academic libraries, the adoption of social media in academic libraries, the copyright concern in academic libraries, the concept of knowledge management (KM), the overview of KM in academic libraries, and the significance of KM in academic libraries. KM in academic libraries includes a process of collecting, organizing, classifying, and disseminating the library resources and materials throughout academic libraries. Knowledge in the context of academic libraries can be created through understanding the library user needs and requirements as well as the university's curricula. The adoption of KM is required for academic libraries that seek to serve academic librarians and educators, increase academic performance, strengthen competitiveness, and achieve continuous success in the information age. The chapter argues that applying KM has the potential to enhance the educational performance and reach strategic goals in academic libraries.

Implementing knowledge management in university libraries of Punjab, Pakistan

2018 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 83-94 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shamshad Ahmed ◽  
Arslan Sheikh ◽  
Muhammad Akram
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Management Skills ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Reference Services ◽  
Key Skills ◽  
Resources Sharing

Purpose Knowledge management (KM) is an emerging method of management. This study aims to explore the various aspects of implementing KM in university libraries of Pakistan. Design/methodology/approach A survey was conducted using a structured questionnaire, and data were collected from 75 chief librarians and reference librarians of 48 university libraries of Pakistan. A total of 60 valid responses received and analyzed using SPSS version-21. Findings The results disclose that a majority of respondents are familiar with KM, and literature reading is the major source of their awareness. The Pakistani academic librarians believe that KM can be applied, in the reference services, resources sharing, networking and information literacy programs of libraries. While, need for professional training and KM education are also reported. KM can be implemented in libraries through, use of ICT, developing knowledge sharing culture and developing mentorship in organizations. A lack of staff training, lack of expertise in KM, lack of knowledge gaining and sharing culture, lack of understanding of KM concept and its benefits and a lack of IT infrastructure are the major challenges faced by library and information science (LIS) professionals. Communication skills, information management skills, IT skills, leadership skills, human resource management skills are identified as key skills for the implementation of KM. Practical implications This study provides a base to develop a KM strategy and implementation plan for academic libraries in Pakistan. It will facilitate to constitute an important step toward the management of intangible assets in Pakistani libraries. Originality/value The results of the study will unveil the perceptions of academic librarians toward KM. It will help to understand the relationship between KM and LIS. The study will also identify the challenges faced by librarians and skills required for the implementation of KM in libraries.

scholarly journals Responsiveness of Library Resources and Services in Ensuring Students’ Readiness towards ASEAN Integration

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. p28
Author(s):  
Rosalinda T. Tanguilan, Ph.D
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
New Information ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
Library Skills

Academic libraries in the new millennium are leaders in knowledge management. Librarians in universities are innovative in their use of new information technologies to provide access to a range of multimedia sources. Today’s libraries teach students the information handling skills to last a lifetime. As the heart of the educational institution, the SPUP University library has a vital role to provide the necessary resources for the learning and research needs of its clients. Thus, this study was conducted to look into the responsiveness of SPUP library resources and services to ensure students’ readiness towards ASEAN integration. The results of the study clarified the extent of utilization of the library resources and availing of the services rendered. Likewise, the skills and competencies of the academic librarians which are needed to facilitate and foster involvement in the initiatives to be undertaken to strengthen the students’ readiness towards ASEAN integration were elicited from the respondents. Findings revealed that students’ utilization of library resources and services is to a great extent. Moreover, the library skills and competencies in the ASEAN integration among SPUP librarians is high. Meanwhile, the students chose to create library flyers and brochures for the promotion of the ASEAN integration as one of the prioritized initiatives to be implemented by the SPUP library to strengthen students’ readiness towards ASEAN integration.

scholarly journals Practitioner Perspectives on Cataloging Education for Entry-Level Academic Librarians

2002 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen M. Letarte ◽  
Michelle R. Turvey ◽  
Dea Borneman ◽  
David L. Adams
Keyword(s):  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Entry Level

Knowledge management for service innovation in academic libraries: a qualitative study

2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (1/2) ◽  
pp. 40-57 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md Anwarul Islam ◽  
Naresh Kumar Kumar Agarwal ◽  
Mitsuru Ikeda
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Service ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Service Innovation ◽  
Theoretical Framework ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Content Type

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the strategies thatlibrarians employ to ensure quality of service, the ways and barriers forservice innovation, and the likelihood of adopting knowledge management forservice innovation in libraries (KMSIL). Design/methodology/approach – In total, 17 academic librarians filled out a qualitative surveywith open-ended questions. Findings – Most librarians saw service innovation as critical to thecontinuing success of the library, and felt that knowledge management (KM)would be extremely helpful for service innovation in their libraries. Theproposed strategies and findings led to a theoretical framework of KMSIL. Originality/value – Though exploratory in nature, this is the first study thatcombines service innovation with KM from the perceptive of academic librariansand has important implications for theory and practice. The proposedtheoretical framework could serve as the basis for a deeper study and furtherresearch in this area.

scholarly journals Librarians’ Attitudes toward Knowledge Management

2011 ◽  
Vol 72 (2) ◽  
pp. 111-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
Noa Aharony
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Cognitive Appraisal ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Situational Characteristics ◽  
Academic Year ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Summer Semester

The purpose of this research is to develop an understanding of the factors that support or constrain the individual’s sharing knowledge in the organization. The current study seeks to explore whether personality (self-efficacy and self-esteem) and situational (cognitive appraisal: threat versus challenge) characteristics influence participants’ knowledge sharing in the organization. The research was conducted during the summer semester of the 2009 academic year and encompassed two main groups of Israeli librarians: academic librarians and public librarians. The study used five questionnaires: a personal details questionnaire, perceptions towards knowledge management questionnaire, a cognitive appraisal questionnaire measuring threat versus challenge, a self-efficacy questionnaire, and a self-esteem questionnaire. The results show that personality and situational characteristics influence participants’ knowledge sharing in the organization. The findings may have theoretical as well as practical implications.

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