A Study on Research Trends in Public Library Research in Korea Using Keyword Networks

Libri ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 66 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Seongsin Lee
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Research Trends ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Library Studies ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Time Periods ◽  
Keyword Network ◽  
Management Issues

AbstractThe purpose of this study is to draw a network among the keywords used in public library studies in the LIS field in Korea using a social network analysis method. To achieve the purpose, this study (i) analyses the keywords used in LIS peer-reviewed journal articles on the subject of public libraries, (ii) finds the important keywords of public library studies based on network perspectives, and (iii) compares the keyword network of public library studies for the most recent five years with the keyword network of public library studies of different time periods. Through a keywords analysis of public library studies, the following research trends have been found: (a) Korean public library studies have mainly focused on management issues; (b) there has been much discussion about library cooperation between public libraries and other kinds of libraries; (c) the subjects of research related to evaluation have been diversified as a result of influence from the fields of management and business; (d) scholars became interested in special users; (e) many studies paid attention to human resources issues in public libraries; (f) there have been many studies that are focused on small libraries; and (g) considerable research has been related to lifelong education, in particular, during 2001–2009. In addition, through comparison of the keyword network of public library studies for the most recent five years and the keyword network of public library studies for different time periods, the researcher finds that (i) keywords have both similarities and differences, and (ii) socio-environmental factors influence the research trends.

scholarly journals Research activities in public libraries-findings from fieldwork: Facts and methods

2013 ◽  
Vol 22 (71) ◽  
pp. 15-23
Author(s):  
Deborah Goodall
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Comparative Method ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Research Capacity ◽  
Service Development ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
The Public ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Social

Reports current research activities in public library services drawing from a series of interviews with 20 chief librarians. Findings reinforce earlier perceptions and findings about public library research activities. Of particular concern is the fact that research activity and method is largely confined to'simpler' issues of operational service development and does not extend to 'harder' research addressing the social and economic impact of the service. To assess trustworthiness and make best use of the data the interview transcripts are analysed using three techniques: initial data analysis by coding down, dilemma analysis, and intensive analysis carried out using the constant comparative method. Concludes that the restricted research capacity within the public library sector may endanger the realisation of its strategic potential.

scholarly journals An overview of public library research activitity and developments in Northern Ireland

2008 ◽  
Vol 32 (102) ◽  
pp. 12-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen Osborn
Keyword(s):  
Northern Ireland ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Government Department ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Government ◽  
Academic Qualifications

The author describes research undertaken by the government department responsible for public libraries in Northern Ireland to inform policy development and by practitioners to inform practice or in pursuit of academic qualifications.

scholarly journals Research in public libraries: finding a way forward.

2013 ◽  
Vol 20 (65) ◽  
pp. 13-17
Author(s):  
Ray Prytherch ◽  
John Pulse
Keyword(s):  
Present State ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Future

To review the present state of public library research, to debate what research is needed in the future and what structures to support it might be required.

scholarly journals The relationship between culture and public library use: non-Western students in Scotland

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel Salzano ◽  
◽  
Hazel Hall ◽  
Gemma Webster ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Migrant Workers ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Cultural Backgrounds ◽  
Western Countries ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Library Use ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
New Community

Introduction: Individuals’ cultural backgrounds influence their use of societal resources, including those offered in public libraries. Well-established in library research are explorations of the benefits of public library use to new-comer communities, including migrant workers, immigrants, forced migrants, and international students. However, to date no research has been completed on why these communities use particular resources. Methods: The project outlined in this poster concerns international students from non-Western countries in Scotland. Using a mixed methods approach, the study presented will explore why international students from non-Western countries use specific public library resources, and the cultural factors that influence this use. Analyses: Findings will derive from thematic analysis of participant responses in interview and questionnaire data. Conclusion: An understanding of the perceived value of certain resources can assist in the effective tailoring of resources to serve new community members.

Implementing and Managing Public Library Networks, Connectivity, and Partnerships to Promote E-Government Access and Education

2011 ◽  
pp. 183-199 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Carlo Bertot ◽  
Paul T. Jaeger
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Social Institutions ◽  
The United States ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Government Agencies ◽  
The Social ◽  
Primary Focus ◽  
Management Issues

This chapter explores the implementation and management issues faced by public libraries in the provision of e-government access and education to their patrons and communities. Due to a complex set of factors – policy decisions, widespread trust of libraries, and a lack of social institutions that play similar roles – public libraries now stand as the social guarantor of public access to and education about e-government in the United States. Drawing from data collected through a 2009 national survey of public libraries, a 2009 series of site visits of public libraries, and previous research by the authors, this chapter examines the challenges of implementing public library networks and connectivity to support e-government access and education, as well as the numerous management issues raised by providing these services. The primary focus of this chapter is examining the dual role of public libraries as providers of public Internet access and education and as partners with government agencies to collaborate effectively in the provision of e-government.

What threatens public libraries? The viewpoints of library directors in Sweden

2014 ◽  
Vol 115 (9/10) ◽  
pp. 426-437 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katarina Michnik
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Western Society ◽  
Library Directors ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Local Decision ◽  
Local Decision Makers

Purpose – This article aims to identify threats perceived by Swedish public library directors as the most prominent. Design/methodology/approach – A web questionnaire was sent to public library directors in all of the Swedish municipalities. The data were analysed using qualitative content analysis. Findings – The findings reveal that the main threat was considered to be the tension between the current activities of the public library and the expectations of the public, or of local decision makers. One reason for the lack of correspondence between activities and expectations is that public library managers regard the expectations on the public library as unrealistic. Another reason is that lack of resources prevent public library staff from meeting many of these expectations. Public libraries are thus prevented by both ideological and practical barriers in fulfilling expectations. Originality/value – A central issue in current public library research concerns how change in Western society affects public libraries. Many of these studies are either theoretical or based on interviews with politicians. Few researchers investigate how public library directors perceive the situation of public libraries today. Therefore, this article identifies perceptions made by public library directors.

scholarly journals Epistemologi dan ontologi pendidikan Islam

At- Tarbawi ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 132-139
Author(s):  
Maturidi .
Keyword(s):  
Human Dignity ◽  
Human Person ◽  
Islamic Education ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Education Crisis ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Islamic Values

The education crisis, especially Islamic education, will greatly affect social policies or behaviour, it requires us to continue to develop education, especially in the field of Islamic education. Education, in general, is within the scope of roles, functions and goals that are not different. All aim to uphold human dignity as well as the goals of Islamic education. This study aims to determine the objectives of Islamic education, epistemology and ontology of Islamic education. This research is a type of library research, which is a research activity carried out by collecting data from various types of literature from the library. So, in this study, the author will collect data from various literature from books, journal articles and other types of work related to the subject matter of this article. The results showed that Islamic education aims to manifest Islamic values in the human person that Muslim educators strive for through a process that results in a student with a Muslim personality, faith, piety, and knowledge so that they can develop themselves into obedient servants of Allah.

Implementing and Managing Public Library Networks, Connectivity, and Partnerships to Promote E-Government Access and Education

2012 ◽  
pp. 466-482
Author(s):  
John Carlo Bertot ◽  
Paul T. Jaeger
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Social Institutions ◽  
The United States ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Government Agencies ◽  
The Social ◽  
Primary Focus ◽  
Management Issues

This chapter explores the implementation and management issues faced by public libraries in the provision of e-government access and education to their patrons and communities. Due to a complex set of factors – policy decisions, widespread trust of libraries, and a lack of social institutions that play similar roles – public libraries now stand as the social guarantor of public access to and education about e-government in the United States. Drawing from data collected through a 2009 national survey of public libraries, a 2009 series of site visits of public libraries, and previous research by the authors, this chapter examines the challenges of implementing public library networks and connectivity to support e-government access and education, as well as the numerous management issues raised by providing these services. The primary focus of this chapter is examining the dual role of public libraries as providers of public Internet access and education and as partners with government agencies to collaborate effectively in the provision of e-government.

scholarly journals The public sphere and Habermas: reflections on the current state of theory in public library research

2020 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
pp. 251-258
Author(s):  
Håkon Larsen
Keyword(s):  
Public Sphere ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Public Spheres ◽  
The Public ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Public Sphere

PurposeThis article addresses a recent debate in this journal between Buschman and Widdersheim and Koizumi on public libraries and public sphere theory in library and information science (LIS). The article moves beyond the debate as the debate has been too focused on the theories of Jürgen Habermas. In order to really understand the democratic mission of public libraries and how it is related to the public sphere, the author argues that LIS scholars need to look beyond Habermas' theories of the public sphere.Design/methodology/approachThis is a theoretical article that discusses different theories of the public sphere, and how they have been and can be applied in library and information science.FindingsThe author finds that a main disagreement between Buschman and Widdersheim and Koizumi is whether one can use the concept of a public sphere without doing it in a “traditional” Habermasian way. The answers put forward in this article, is that we can and should look beyond Habermas' work when seeking to understand the role of public libraries as public spheres.Originality/valueThe article puts forward theories that are not commonly used in LIS, and advocates for broadening the theoretical scope of LIS scholars studying the relations between public libraries and public spheres.

scholarly journals Supporting 21st-Century Learning by Providing Educational Infrastructure in the Form of Land: Legal Perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 163-170
Author(s):  
Zefrizal Nurdin
Keyword(s):  
21St Century ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Land Rights ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Land Registration ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Legal Perspective ◽  
Library Studies ◽  
The Status ◽  
The Subject

Land as school infrastructure is often neglected in the certification process. This research emphasized that school land certification is essential and whether it automatically includes authority over everything on it, what land rights can be given to the school, and how it is carried out. This research used the normative juridical research method by leaning on empirical research. Secondary data taken from library research dominates this research. The data was obtained through document studies or library studies. Furthermore, some primary data was obtained through observations. Land certificates is a piece of solid evidence to ascertain the rights of the education provider as the subject of rights so that they can defend their rights from claims by other parties. However, it does not automatically cover all authority over what is on the land because it is a part of the horizontal separation principle. School land can have the status of State land and can also have four types of land rights owned by the education providers, namely Freehold Title, Building Right Title, Cultivation Right Title, and Mortmain (Waqf) right. The rights can be obtained through sporadic registration or complete systematic land registration. The availability and readiness of facilities and infrastructure are essential in 21st-century education and learning because they will significantly affect learning.

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