scholarly journals Knowledge Management in Universities: Role of Knowledge Workers

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 92-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kazi Mostak Gausul Hoq ◽  
Rowshan Akter
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Knowledge Workers ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Organisational Knowledge ◽  
Information Studies ◽  
The University

Knowledge management has been hailed as one of the most important developments in the fields of information studies and management science in the recent decades. By capturing, organizing, documenting and sharing organisational knowledge, Knowledge management helps today’s complex organisations to make better decisions and solve their problems effectively. As highest centers of learning, universities need to build information infrastructure and create a favourable atmosphere where teaching and non-teaching staff, students, researchers, patrons and other stakeholders can take part in various knowledge management activities. The role of knowledge workers in this regard is quite important. By advocating knowledge discovery and use, knowledge workers can bring about changes in the university’s organisational cultures and individual behaviors relative to knowledge. Universities can play a significant role in the building and unhindered development of a knowledge-based society by recruiting skilled and competent knowledge workers and empowering them to manage the knowledge assets effectively. Bangladesh Journal of Library and Information Science Vol.2(1) July 2012 pp.92-102DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjlis.v2i1.12925

The Perspective of Library and Information Science (LIS) Professionals Toward Knowledge Management in University Libraries

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 (02) ◽  
pp. 1750015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khurshid Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Library Services ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Library Service ◽  
Knowledge Management Practices ◽  
The University

This study explores the general perspectives of library and information science (LIS) professionals on knowledge management in the university libraries of Pakistan. The study specifically examines the perceptions, understandings, role and responsibilities of Pakistani LIS professionals toward knowledge management. A questionnaire was used as an instrument to evaluate the perceptions, understandings, role and responsibilities of LIS professionals toward knowledge management. The questionnaires were administered to subject librarians who were included in the sample at the universities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Generalising the findings of this study over the population of LIS community in Pakistan reveals that knowledge management is for the improvement of library services and productive purposes. Accordingly, the Pakistani LIS professionals use knowledge management practices for the improvement of their respective library service. The LIS community is also very familiar with the term “knowledge management”. It succeeded mainly to generalise that majority of the LIS professionals mentioned that they have used knowledge management in their libraries.

The role of human environment in making a workplace congenial: a case of university libraries

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Qurat Ul Ain Saleem ◽  
Kanwal Ameen
Keyword(s):  
Information Science ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Informal Communication ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Human Environment ◽  
Workplace Issues ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The University

Purpose Organizations ought to provide a congenial workplace for employees, particularly females, to get optimum performance. This study aims to investigate the congeniality of libraries’ human environment for female library and information science professionals (LIPs). Regarding the human environment, the manager’s support, relationship with colleagues and informal communication have been studied. Design/methodology/approach For this quantitative study, the researchers use a survey research method based on a self-constructed questionnaire. The questionnaire consisted of closed-ended questions, which were used to collect the data; however, the open-ended question entitled comments was also added to take the opinion of respondents. The sampling includes the female LIPs working in the university libraries of Punjab, Pakistan. Findings The results highlight that female LIPs were satisfied with the human environment at their workplaces. Participants not only appreciated the role and support of their immediate managers in terms of respect, feedback, task allocation and approachability but also recognized the role of colleagues and informal communication (social interaction) in making their workplace congenial and comfortable to work by establishing a positive relationship with supervisors, colleagues or subordinates at the workplace. However, some open-ended comments reveal that females face leg-pulling, favoritism, male colleagues’ indecent behavior and managers’ critical behavior at the workplace. Research limitations/implications Because of the sensitivity of the topic and limitedness of an instrument, the respondents might have been hesitant to give real opinions. This study was limited in terms of participants as data was collected only from one province of Pakistan. Practical implications Workplaces for females in a male-dominated society like Pakistan impede their commitment to giving their best. Despite an increased number of females in the profession, it is surprising that so little empirical research has been conducted on the topic. Therefore, this study is an excellent addition to the dearth of literature on the subject. The findings may help in sensitizing the management and authorities to control the human environment at workplaces as this study will also bring into light the prevailing working environment for females. Originality/value Libraries as a workplace have been studied internationally (Farler and Broady-Preston, 2012; Ocholla, 2002; Oud, 2008). From the local perspective, the only study concerning the workplace issues of libraries is by Yousaf et al. (2013), which was limited to the managerial problems faced by female librarians working at the University of the Punjab. Hence, to the best of the authors’ knowledge, this study will be one of its nature.

scholarly journals Measuring Students’ Information Literacy Skills through Abstracting: Case Study from a Library & Information Science Perspective

2008 ◽  
Vol 69 (2) ◽  
pp. 132-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Pinto ◽  
Andrés Fernández-Ramos ◽  
Anne-Vinciane Doucet
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Skill Levels ◽  
Analysis And Synthesis ◽  
Information Literacy Skills ◽  
The University ◽  
New Education

New education models based essentially on competencies and skills are gradually displacing the old systems based on teacher instruction and passive and memory-based learning in students, as these new competencies allow the student to learn actively with better levels of performance. We consider abstracting as a transcendent learning tool to analyze the basic role of information analysis and synthesis skills within the learning processes and their relation to the abstracting processes. Using an action-research methodology, we analyze the abstracting skill of students on the first and final courses of the Faculty of Library and Information Science at the University of Granada (Spain). Based on postulates from information literacy, analysis and synthesis competencies are studied through the students' modus operandi at the different abstracting stages. Similarities and differences between the two groups of students are perceived and displayed, with reference to the relation between the learned subjects and the levels of competence and skill. In the light of these results, meaningful patterns and recommendations for improving students' skill levels are proposed.

scholarly journals Bioinformatics education in an MLIS program: the McGill experience

2005 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 79 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joan C Bartlett
Keyword(s):  
Information Needs ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Studies ◽  
Information Studies ◽  
Program Objective ◽  
Mcgill University ◽  
User Groups ◽  
Bioinformatics Education

Program objective – The objective of this course (GLIS691 – Bioinformatics) was to provide formal bioinformatics education within a master of library and information studies (MLIS) program. As bioinformatics becomes increasingly integral to biomedical research, there is a need for librarians to expand their practice into the domain of bioinformatics, supporting the efficient and accurate use of these complex resources. We developed this course, the first such course offered in a Canadian library school, in response to the demand for librarians to be able to support bioinformatics information needs. Setting – The course was offered in the winter term of 2005 in the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies, McGill University. Participants – Course participants were MLIS students. Program – The course took a library and information science perspective to bioinformatics. The goal was to provide students with the skills and knowledge to provide information services in the domain of bioinformatics and to collaborate in the design and development of bioinformatics resources. This included understanding the field of bioinformatics and the range of resources, the needs and requirements of user groups, practical searching skills, the creation of resources, and the role of the librarian. Conclusions – This course represents one approach to providing formal bioinformatics education for librarians. Librarians who are knowledgeable and proficient in bioinformatics will be able to expand the role of the library into this domain; apply their knowledge, skills, and expertise in a complex, chaotic information environment; and develop the essential role of the librarian in the domain of bioinformatics.

Research methodology practices among postgraduate Information Studies students in Tanzania

IFLA Journal ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 034003522096598
Author(s):  
Esther Ndenje-Sichalwe ◽  
Emmanuel Frank Elia
Keyword(s):  
Research Methodology ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Sampling Methods ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Probability Sampling ◽  
Information Studies ◽  
Master Of Arts ◽  
The University

This bibliometric study investigates the research methodology practices of Master of Arts in Information Studies (MAIS) students at the University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The study established students’ insufficient understanding and application of research methodology concepts. Survey research was predominant, with purposive and convenience non-probability sampling methods being extensively used. Simple random sampling and stratified sampling were the probability sampling methods highly used. Findings further show advanced qualitative and quantitative data analyses were inadequately applied. In practice, the study findings can help Library and Information Science institutions around the globe improve teaching research methodology to produce quality theses with logical conclusions which can develop new theories. Quality theses can translate into increased quantity and quality of journal articles and growth of the Library and Information Science discipline. Thus, there is a need to strengthen research methodology training for students and lecturers to generate generalizable findings that meet diverse needs.

scholarly journals Organising Traditional Knowledge for Inclusive Development: Role of Libraries

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-11
Author(s):  
Ratna Bandyopadhyay ◽  
Krishnapada Majumder
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Traditional Knowledge ◽  
Information Science ◽  
West Bengal ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Inclusive Development ◽  
Library And Information Science

In this paper we discuss traditional knowledge, its importance especially in inclusive development and knowledge management activities taken up in West Bengal. We also focus on the role of libraries especially public libraries in preserving and propagating this cultural heritage and traditional knowledge. Bangladesh Journal of Library and Information Science Vol.2(1) July 2012 pp.5-11DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjlis.v2i1.12914

scholarly journals Knowledge management process, knowledge based innovation: Does academic researcher’s productivity mediate during the pandemic of covid-19?

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (12) ◽  
pp. e0261573
Author(s):  
Fazal ur Rehman ◽  
Hishamuddin Ismail ◽  
Basheer M. Al Ghazali ◽  
Muhammad Mujtaba Asad ◽  
Muhammad Saeed Shahbaz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Knowledge Creation ◽  
Knowledge Workers ◽  
Management Process ◽  
Process Knowledge ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Academic Researchers

Drucker’s knowledge-worker productivity theory and knowledge-based view of the firm theory are widely employed in many disciplines but there is little application of these theories in knowledge-based innovation among academic researchers. Therefore, this study intends to evaluate the effects of the knowledge management process on knowledge-based innovation alongside with mediating role of Malaysian academic researchers’ productivity during the Pandemic of COVID-19. Using a random sampling technique, data was collected from 382 academic researchers. Questionnaires were self-administered and data was analyzed via Smart PLS-SEM. Knowledge management process and knowledge workers’ productivity have a positive and significant relationship with the knowledge-based innovation among academic researchers during the Pandemic of COVID-19. In addition, knowledge workers’ productivity mediates the relationship between the knowledge management process (knowledge creation, knowledge acquisition, knowledge sharing, and knowledge utilization) and knowledge-based innovation during the Pandemic of COVID-19. Results have also directed knowledge sharing as the key factor in knowledge-based innovation and a stimulating task for management discipline around the world during the Pandemic of COVID-19. This study provides interesting insights on Malaysian academic researchers’ productivity by evaluating the effects of knowledge creation, acquisition, sharing, and application on the knowledge-based innovation among academic researchers during the Pandemic of COVID-19. These useful insights would enable policymakers to develop more influential educational strategies. By assimilating the literature of defined variables, the main contribution of this study is the evaluation of knowledge creation, acquisition, sharing, and utilization into knowledge-based innovation alongside the mediating role of knowledge workers productivity in the higher education sector of Malaysia during the Pandemic of COVID-19.

scholarly journals Philosophy and the library and information studies: Vectors of interaction

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (11) ◽  
pp. 17-24
Author(s):  
G. Varganova
Keyword(s):  
Information Society ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Knowledge Society ◽  
Historical Context ◽  
Digital Economy ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Close Interaction ◽  
Library And Information Studies ◽  
Information Studies

The author analyzes the origins of interest towards philosophical issues the book and library scientists and researcher bibliographers take. The need for more close interaction between philosophy and the library and information science in the circumstances of transition from information society to knowledge society and digital economy is substantiated. The process of cognitive institutionalization of philosophical knowledge in the library and information science is examined. The author analyzes several works by Arkady V. Sokolov on the content and specific features of bibliosophy as a philosophical system focused on biblioshere within the historical context. The key functions of philosophical knowledge are discussed as related to library and information science which enables rationalizing and reliable, accurate and relevant assessment of multiple and unique processes and phenomena in this disciplines. The focus is made on the worldview, ontological, gnoseological, methodological and axiological functions. The authors emphasizes the role of philosophy in developing conceptual, theoretical, logical and methodological structures for serious study of bibliosphere and its rational perception as one of the fundamental cultural segments

The integration of ICT in library and information science curriculum analytical study of students’ perception in Jordanian Universities

2016 ◽  
Vol 65 (6/7) ◽  
pp. 461-478
Author(s):  
Younis Al-Shwabkah ◽  
Faten Hamad ◽  
Nashrawan Taha ◽  
Maha Al-Fadel
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Science Curriculum ◽  
The Other ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Academic Year

Purpose This study aims to explore undergraduate students’ perceptions of teaching information and communication technology (ICT) courses in the library and information science (LIS) program in Jordanian universities. It also aims at investigating the correlation between the impact of some variables, namely, gender, the type of university, academic year and student GPA on and their students’ views. Design/methodology/approach Quantitative methods were adopted. A questionnaire with 40 items was distributed on a stratified random sample of 220 students from four LIS departments in Jordan and, of whom, 203 responded with a response rate of 92.3 per cent. Findings Research findings indicated that teaching ICT courses was considered highly important. Students stressed on the importance of incorporating ICT courses in LIS programs. They also pointed out the competence of the teaching staff and the efficacy of their teaching methods. On the other hand, student assessments of the curriculum content, the teaching pedagogy and methods of assessment were on an average level. In addition, the findings indicated that resources and facilities necessary to teach ICT courses were available and adequate. It was noted that the “university” was the only factor that affected results; the University of Jordan students showed a higher satisfaction. The other factors (gender, academic year and GPA) did not appear to affect student perceptions. Originality/value Previous studies investigated the importance of teaching ICT courses in general but did not consider students’ perceptions. Only a few studies discussed students’ perceptions of studying ICT courses but in a different context, i.e. Kuwait. This research focused on students’ perceptions of studying ICT in Jordan as a new geographic region. This would be beneficial for other developing countries to learn from this experience and refine their ICT curricula and LIS programs accordingly.

scholarly journals Intelligent Class Scheduler in Kathmandu University

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 17
Author(s):  
Gajendra Sharma Rabin Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Exchange Of Information ◽  
Class Schedule ◽  
Lecture Room ◽  
Class Scheduling ◽  
To Come ◽  
The University ◽  
Knowledge Portal

Imagine the University where everything runs smoothly, there is no need to worry about information that needs to be known where the University shares all information in your ear. Imagine that you know every location of your University and the schedules are relevant. This research focuses on the problem faced by Kathmandu University (KU) students while searching for their lecture room and managing their class schedule. This research is carried out for proposing knowledge portal for an intelligent class scheduling and location directing on the central campus of KU. The quest of the information world to make everyday easier has driven us to come up with the concept of such an app and this research consists of role of knowledge management for the development of an application by sharing and exchange of information between individuals and the administration. The university will be benefited in at least a small way through the paper.

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