Library and information science policy formulation and implementation: Implications for school library services in Nigeria

Internationally, there are well-known school library models including the U.S. model, with its strong groups of professionals, the British model, dependent on school library services in the community, and the Australian model, which can be described as either a successor to or a middle way between these two models. However, no independent school library model has been established in Asia. In Japan, the Library and Information Professions and Educations Renewal (LIPER) project was established in 2003 to study reforms to and the reorganization of library and information science education, with the members of the Japan Society of Library and Information Science. The School Library Initiatives for Asia & Pacific (SLAP) Forum, an international meeting for school library practitioners, was held in Tokyo in January 2013, and even before then an initiative was conducted as part of the studies spun off from the LIPER’s third stage. This paper reports on these topics.

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A new decade of uses for geographic information systems (GIS) as a tool to research, measure and analyze library services

Library Hi Tech ◽

10.1108/lht-03-2020-0052 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Lauren Heather Mandel ◽

Bradley Wade Bishop ◽

Ashley Marie Orehek

Keyword(s):

Information Systems ◽

Geographic Information Systems ◽

Information Science ◽

Research Area ◽

Geographic Information ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Library Services ◽

Future Directions ◽

Content Type ◽

Library Research

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore library research that uses geographic information systems (GIS) as a tool to evaluate library services and resources to ascertain current trends and establish future directions for this growing research area.Design/methodology/approachThe study searched full text for geographic information systems in two databases: Library and Information Science Source (LISS) and Library, Information Science and Technology Abstracts (LISTA), replicating the method used in a prior literature review. The titles and abstracts of the search results were analyzed to gather only the research that used GIS as a tool to measure and analyze library services.FindingsThis study found growth in the last decade for library research using GIS. There remain two ways the tool is primarily used: to analyze service areas and to manage facilities and collections.Practical implicationsThe findings are relevant for library and information science researchers and practitioners because they summarize a specific area of research that has grown and changed and that still has potential to be used more widely. Using GIS in practice and research could benefit all library users and nonusers because spatial analysis facilitates more precise and informed delivery of services and resources.Originality/valueThe paper provides future directions for use of GIS in library research and attempts to define subdivisions within this research area to clarify the area for researchers and practitioners.

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A Theory-guided Approach to Library Services Assessment

College & Research Libraries ◽

10.5860/crl.66.3.266 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 66 (3) ◽

pp. 266-277 ◽

Cited By ~ 16

Author(s):

Xi Shi ◽

Sarah Levy

Keyword(s):

User Satisfaction ◽

Information Science ◽

Theoretical Models ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Library Services ◽

Assessment Practices ◽

Theoretical Concepts ◽

Library Assessment ◽

History Of ◽

Assessment Activities

This article examines the theoretical models applied to date in library assessment activities. A brief review of the history of library assessment practices and the evolution of their respective approaches is presented. A discussion of the theoretical concepts applied to these assessment activities in library and information science (LIS) as introduced from other fields, such as marketing and management information systems (MIS), follows. The conceptual issues and practical concerns in library assessment are then discussed. Focus is placed on the review of research concepts of service quality, customer/user satisfaction, and their applications in library assessment activities.

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The Analysis Condition of Special Library for Street Children at UPTD "Kampung Anak Negeri” Institutions

Record and Library Journal ◽

10.20473/rlj.v2-i2.2016.118-127 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 2 (2) ◽

pp. 118

Author(s):

Fitri Mutia

Keyword(s):

Information Search ◽

Quantitative Research ◽

Information Needs ◽

Information Science ◽

Street Children ◽

Study Data ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Library Services ◽

Special Library ◽

Data Collection Technique

The existence of special library UPTD the "Kampung Anak Negeri" became one medium that can be used to develop the potential of street children themselves a growing number from year to year. This study conducted descriptive quantitative research that aim to describe the condition of special libraries in UPTD “Kampung Anak Negeri", especially in terms of collections, facilities and infrastructure, library services and human resources (librarian). The four aspects are then compared with the standard of the special library collated by the National Library in 2011. In this study, data collection technique conducted in July 2016 using interview techniques as a primary technique performed on librarians and include interviews with street children as well as staff of Colleagues staff UPTD. Based on the data obtained can be concluded that the amount of the book collection of about 752 titles of books, collection development has not reached 5% per year, spacious room just 35m² and has only 2 rack collection. Services available are services in place read, circulation services and information search services, while the librarians who manage only one person with a background in library and information science education. In general, special libraries UPTD condition does not meet the standard, so this affects is not maximized to support learning process as well as in facilities that match the information needs of street children.

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PROGRAM PENGALAMAN LAPANGAN (PPL) DI PERPUSTAKAAN SEKOLAH DALAM MENDUKUNG VISI UPI

EDUTECH ◽

10.17509/e.v17i2.14099 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 17 (2) ◽

pp. 126

Author(s):

Angga Hadiapurwa ◽

Riche Cynthia Johan ◽

Dini Suhardini ◽

Doddy Rusmono

Keyword(s):

Information Science ◽

School Library ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Study Program ◽

Teachers Colleges ◽

Implementation Planning ◽

Planning Implementation ◽

Teacher Supervisors ◽

Partner Schools ◽

Education Field

Abstract. As one of teachers colleges that has a vision as a leading and outstanding univer-sity in education field, UPI is expected to contribute to the progress of education, especially that of UPI partner schools. To strengthen the vision and give provision to UPI students, the field experi-ence program is held in school library. Library and Information Science Study Program held PPL in school library for a full semester in 2017. This study aimed to describe PPL activities in school libraries, including planning, implementation and monitoring. This study used descriptive method with quantitative approach. The respondents were PPL teacher supervisors. The implementation (planning, implementation and monitoring) of PPL in school library supported the achievement of UPI vision. It was based on the statement of teacher supervisors who stated that PPL implementa-tion in school library was in accordance with the vision of UPI as a leading and outstanding uni-versity in education field. This study also resulted in some recommendations for next PPL activi-ties, which highlighted the requirement to strengthen students’ competencies as future school li-braries, especially on managerial and educational competencies. Abstrak. UPI sebagai salah satu LPTK yang mempunyai visi sebagai universitas pelopor dan unggul pada bidang pendidikan diharapkan dapat berkontribusi pada kemajuan pendidikan, terutama sekolah mitra UPI. Program Studi Perpustakaan dan Ilmu Informasi pada tahun 2017 menyelenggarakan Program Pengalaman Lapangan (PPL) di perpustakaan sekolah selama satu semester penuh. Permasalahan pokok penelitian ini adalah: “Bagaimanakah implementasi (perencanaan, pelaksanaan dan pemantauan) PPL di perpustakaan sekolah dalam mendukung visi UPI sebagai universitas pelopor dan unggul pada bidang pendidikan?” Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu metode deskriptif dengan pendekatan kantitatif. Responden penelitian ini adalah guru pamong PPL. Implementasi PPL di perpustakaan sekolah mendukung pencapaian visi UPI, hal tersebut berdasarkan pernyataan guru pamong menyatakan penyelenggaraan PPL di per-pustakaan sekolah sangat sesuai dengan visi UPI sebagai universitas pelopor dan unggul pada bi-dang pendidikan. Rekomendasi pada kegiatan PPL selanjutnya yaitu masih perlu penguatan kom-petensi mahasiswa sebagai calon pustakawan sekolah, terutama pada kompetensi manajerial dan kependidikan.

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LIS Education for 21st Century Information Users

Advances in Library and Information Science - Managing and Adapting Library Information Services for Future Users ◽

10.4018/978-1-7998-1116-9.ch004 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 59-74

Author(s):

Pearl Chidimma Akanwa ◽

Ogechi Nkechi Okorie

Keyword(s):

Science Education ◽

21St Century ◽

Information Science ◽

Education And Training ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Library Services ◽

Structured Education ◽

Training Programmes ◽

And Training

This chapter is on library and information science education for the 21st century users. It aims at x-raying the nature of LIS program as practiced in Nigeria so as to ascertain the extent to which the graduates will remain relevant in practice. This is based on the fact that the present-day library and information users are getting technologically advanced, and graduates of LIS education are also expected to be technologically visible to the users. The following subheadings were considered: library schools in Nigeria and their programmes, need for restructuring LIS programme, new programmes/courses to be incorporated in LIS education, and challenges of restructuring LIS education programmes. Library and information science professionals are not only having to adapt to change in library services but they also require in-depth and structured education and training programmes that are in line with the current technological demands. This will help the professionals to provide the needed manpower for the nation's information occupation engagements and effective user assistance.

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Internet of Things – potential for libraries

Library Hi Tech ◽

10.1108/lht-10-2015-0100 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 34 (2) ◽

pp. 404-420 ◽

Cited By ~ 21

Author(s):

Magdalena Wójcik

Keyword(s):

Internet Of Things ◽

English Language ◽

Information Science ◽

New Technologies ◽

Academic Library ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Library Services ◽

Content Type ◽

Modern Library ◽

The Subject

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to subject the potential of Internet of Things (IoT) technology for libraries in terms of the possible scope and usage forms of this technology in public and academic library services. Design/methodology/approach – Based on analysis of the subject literature, the main areas of IoT applications in commercial institutions were identified, then an analysis of Library and Information Science English-language literature from the years 2010 to 2015 was conducted in order to create a profile of modern library services. The range of activities of commercial and non-commercial institutions were compared to ascertain if areas in which commercial entities using or planning to use IoT could also be an inspiration for libraries. In this way, a theoretical model of IoT use in library activities was developed. Findings – The research showed that IoT technology might have the potential to be used in library services and other activities, similar to how it is implemented in the commercial sector. Research limitations/implications – The aim of the paper is to determine the possible, not the actual, scope and forms of using this technology in public and academic libraries’ services. Practical implications – The results can be widely used in libraries as an inspiration for the use of IoT technology in modern library services. Social implications – The use of new technologies in libraries can help to improve the image of these institutions in the eyes of users, especially the younger generation. Originality/value – The use of IoT in libraries is a new issue that has not been studied much yet. The issue of using the potential of this technology for the needs of libraries has, in recent years, been raised at international conferences, become a subject of interest to librarian associations, and been widely discussed in the blogosphere, thus proving that this topic is important to practitioners. It is difficult, however, to find any scientific, comprehensive studies of this topic.

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Job prospects for Mzuzu university library and information science graduates

New Library World ◽

10.1108/nlw-11-2013-0089 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 115 (11/12) ◽

pp. 571-587 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Aubrey Harvey Chaputula

Keyword(s):

Private Sector ◽

Information Science ◽

Professional Associations ◽

Study Groups ◽

Policy Formulation ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Public And Private ◽

Content Type ◽

The Public ◽

Public And Private Sector

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to report on the findings of a study that was conducted to find out the employment prospects of Mzuzu University (Mzuni) library and information science (LIS) graduates. Design/methodology/approach – The study made use of a survey designehil it was mainly quantitative in nature. A census of all LIS graduates from 2006 to 2013 was taken. The study also purposely sampled some major employers of LIS graduates. Self completion questionnaires were administered to both study groups by the researcher personally, and also through emails. Data were collected between September and October 2013, and SPSS was used to analyse the data. Findings from the two questionnaires were discussed in relation to prevailing literature in the field. Findings – The study established that there are few job opportunities for LIS graduates in the library sector. This came about because libraries have not taken deliberate steps to recruit LIS graduates while opportunities in the private sector were limited. Consequently, some LIS graduates were unemployed, while the majority had taken up alternative jobs. Nevertheless, LIS graduates had the requisite skills and attributes required for the job. Absence of a career structure for LIS professionals in the public sector, failure to recognise role of librarians and LIS qualifications and lack of training opportunities were some of the challenges which LIS graduates faced. Research limitations/implications – The study covers all LIS graduates who graduated from Mzuni between 2006 and 2013. However, lack of updated contact information means that the researcher had challenges to reach out to most of the graduates save for those working in the major libraries. Furthermore, a good number of the graduates did not respond to the questionnaire sent, particularly those who graduated from the generic programme. This led to a lower than anticipated response rate. This implies that some of the study findings may have some bias towards the LIS graduates in the mature group. Practical implications – The research findings have a big bearing on policy formulation and decision making in government, the public and private sector players, professional associations and LIS training institutions. Originality/value – No formal studies have been done to determine the employment prospects for Mzuni LIS graduates ever since the diploma and degree programmes were launched. This research is, therefore, the first of its kind, and could help shape the future of the programmes in terms of curriculum content and methods of delivery. Recommendations made could also help the Malawi Library Association, the Mzuni’s Department of Library and Information Science, and relevant government ministries and departments to come up with appropriate interventions to the challenges being faced.

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Haptic technology – potential for library services

Library Hi Tech ◽

10.1108/lht-11-2018-0155 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 37 (4) ◽

pp. 883-893 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Magdalena Wójcik

Keyword(s):

User Interfaces ◽

Information Science ◽

New Technologies ◽

Library And Information Science ◽

Library Services ◽

Service Needs ◽

Content Type ◽

The Subject ◽

Haptic Technology ◽

State Of Research

Purpose The subject of the paper is haptic technology considered as a tool for improving the performance of libraries. The purpose of this paper is to determine the potential of this technology in the design of innovative library services. Specific goals include description of the ideas and features of haptic technology, identification of the main areas of application of haptic technology and outlining the possible uses of haptic technology in library services. Design/methodology/approach The method of analysis and criticism of literature was used. The state of research from the period 2008–2018 on the use of haptic technology in libraries was established based on a systematic search of selected sources, such as resources indexed by Google Scholar, the Worldcat catalogue and the LISTA database. Findings Haptic technology is a topic that should be covered more often in library and information science because it has a great potential to improve library services and make them more attractive. The two most important areas in which haptic technology could be applied in libraries are education and services, especially for disabled users that have special educational and service needs. Although it could be very helpful for disabled users, haptic technology can also be used in various contexts to provide more responsive and intuitive user interfaces for electronic library services. Research limitations/implications The purpose of this paper is not to exhaust the topic but to continue and complement the problems pointed out by P. Fernandez and to initiate further discussion on this topic. Practical implications The results can be widely used in practice as a framework for the implementation of haptic technology in libraries. Social implications The paper can help to facilitate the debate on the role of implementing new technologies in libraries. Originality/value The problem of haptic technology is very rarely addressed in the subject literature in the field of library and information science.

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

Journal of Information & Knowledge Management ◽

10.1142/s0219649217500150 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 16 (02) ◽

pp. 1750015 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

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.

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