Challenges Of Academic Library Management In Developing Countries
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Challenges Of Academic Library Management In Developing Countries
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Author : Thanuskodi, S.
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2013-05-31
Challenges Of Academic Library Management In Developing Countries written by Thanuskodi, S. and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-05-31 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Academic libraries cater to the diverse needs of scholars, scientists, technocrats, researchers, students, and others personally and professionally invested in higher education. Due to advancements in information and communication technologies (ICT), the vision and mission of academic libraries are changing in developing countries. Challenges of Academic Library Management in Developing Countries provides the latest theoretical frameworks and empirical research into academic libraries, investigating concerns such as illiteracy, budgeting, software development, technical training, and others. In particular, this book will be of use to professionals and researchers working in the field of library and information science who are looking for new methods and best practices in the management of effective academic libraries. This book is part of the Advances in Library and Information Science series collection.
Library And Information Science In Developing Countries Contemporary Issues
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Author : Tella, A.
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2011-11-30
Library And Information Science In Developing Countries Contemporary Issues written by Tella, A. and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-11-30 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
The field of library and information science is experiencing significant and continued transformation as a result of advancements in digital technology. Adapting to new technologies is crucial for librarians and other information professionals, but there exists a particularly acute gap in technology adoption among developing countries. Library and Information Science in Developing Countries: Contemporary Issues explores the relationship between global technology development and the impact of new technologies on library practice, library education, and information science. Book chapters and case studies in this work provide insight to and support for practitioners and executives concerned with the management of knowledge, information, and organizational development in different types of work environments and learning communities.
Information Access And Library User Needs In Developing Countries
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Author : AI-Suqri, Mohammed Nasser
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2013-07-31
Information Access And Library User Needs In Developing Countries written by AI-Suqri, Mohammed Nasser and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07-31 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
While high quality library and information services continue to thrive and strengthen economic and social development, much of the knowledge that exists on user’s needs and behaviors is fundamentally based on the results of users in English-speaking, western developed countries. Information Access and Library User Needs in Developing Countries highlights the struggles that developing countries face in terms of information gaps and information-seeking user behavior. The publication highlights ways in which users in developing countries can benefit from properly implementing LIS services. Researchers, academics, and practitioners interested in the design and delivery of information services will benefit from this collection of research.
Leadership And Management Principles In Libraries In Developing Countries
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Author : Wei Wei
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2014-06-11
Leadership And Management Principles In Libraries In Developing Countries written by Wei Wei and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-11 with Computers categories.
Learn leadership skills from achievements at special libraries in Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central America! Leadership and Management Principles in Libraries in Developing Countries is a compilation of success stories epitomizing management and leadership strategies from developing nations around the globe. This book focuses on library administrators from Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central America who have significantly transformed their library services in spite of limited funds and a lack of resources. You'll learn about their achievements, their techniques, and the strengths and skills they used—which can help you become a stronger leader at your own library. Leadership and Management Principles in Libraries in Developing Countries is a collection of selected entries to the Special Libraries Association Leadership and Management Division’s 2003 International Paper Competition for special librarians in developing countries. Each author describes the effective leadership and management that made their special library initiatives successful, providing references, tables, step-by-step instructions, and handy checklists for other librarians to use. In Leadership and Management Principles in Libraries in Developing Countries, library officials discuss the development of successful programs at special libraries such as: the Indian Institute of Technology in Delhi, India—where a team of people with diverse backgrounds worked together to digitally modernize their traditional library the Agricultural Libraries and Special Libraries in Tropical Biology located in Indonesia—where special librarians found innovative ways to access funding support and expertise from foreign institutions, international relief agencies, and library associations the Information Resource Centre at The Mildmay Centre in Kampala, Uganda—where the new Mobile Patient Library Services project provides information materials to patients with HIV/AIDS and their caregivers the American Cultural Center Library (now called the Rosa Parks Library) in Niamey, Niger—where the library was restructured from a simple reading room into a diverse cultural resource of exhibitions, seminars, and multilingual reference materials the Federal Ministry of Industry headquarters Library in Nigeria—where the library transformation was made possible through good leadership style, managerial expertise, and effective staff organization the University of Swaziland Libraries in Swaziland—where a strategic planning initiative helped the library widen Internet access, secure subscription funding for database access, and purchase updated equipment to enrich the instructional, research, and administrative functions of the library This book represents a body of practical experience, problems, lessons, and techniques that can be shared and tried by those who want to know more about or deal with the special needs and circumstances of librarians in developing countries. Leadership and Management Principles in Libraries in Developing Countries will show you how to improve both service and outreach to your local community by becoming a leader at your special library, whether you are the librarian, mid-level manager, director, or information consultant. Library science faculty and students will also find that this book illustrates the benefits of good leadership and management.
Planning Library Education Programmes
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Author : John E. Dean
language : en
Publisher: London : Deutsch
Release Date : 1972
Planning Library Education Programmes written by John E. Dean and has been published by London : Deutsch this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1972 with Developing countries categories.
Problems In University Library Management
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Author : Booz, Allen & Hamilton
language : en
Publisher: Association of Research Libr
Release Date : 1970
Problems In University Library Management written by Booz, Allen & Hamilton and has been published by Association of Research Libr this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1970 with Academic libraries categories.
Academic Library Management
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Author : Tammy Nickelson Dearie
language : en
Publisher: American Library Association
Release Date : 2018-12-13
Academic Library Management written by Tammy Nickelson Dearie and has been published by American Library Association this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-12-13 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
What does successful academic library management look like in the real world? A team of editors, all administrators at large research libraries, here present a selection of case studies which dive deeply into the subject to answer that question. Featuring contributions from a range of practicing academic library managers, this book spotlights case studies equally useful for LIS students and current managers;touches upon such key issues as human resource planning, public relations, financial management, organizational culture, and ethics and confidentiality;examines how to use project management methodology to reorganize technical services, create a new liaison service model, advance a collaborative future, and set up on-the-spot mentoring;discusses digital planning for archives and special collections;rejects "one size fits all" solutions to common challenges in academic libraries in favor of creative problem solving; andprovides guidance on how to use case studies as effective models for positive change at one's own institution. LIS instructors, students, and academic library practitioners will all find enrichment from this selection of case studies.
Rural Community Libraries In Africa Challenges And Impacts
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Author : Dent, Valeda F.
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2014-01-31
Rural Community Libraries In Africa Challenges And Impacts written by Dent, Valeda F. and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-31 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
"This book investigates the relationship between local libraries and community development, from the historical roots of rural libraries to their influence on the literacy, economy, and culture of the surrounding region"--Provided by publisher.
Handbook Of Research On Digital Content Management And Development In Modern Libraries
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Author : Thanuskodi, S.
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2019-11-01
Handbook Of Research On Digital Content Management And Development In Modern Libraries written by Thanuskodi, S. and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-01 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Collection assessment can be defined as the systematic quantitative and qualitative measurement of the degree to which a library’s collections meet the library’s goals, objectives, and the needs of its users. E-resources are creating new challenges for collection assessment, which require that the collection be measured, analyzed, and judged according to specific criteria for relevancy, size, quality, and use. The Handbook of Research on Digital Content Management and Development in Modern Libraries is a critical scholarly resource that examines collection management and quality within information services. Featuring a wide range of topics such as e-resources, knowledge management, and consortia, this book is ideal for professionals, academicians, academic librarians, researchers, and students in the fields of library and information science, education, computer science, and information technology. Moreover, the book will provide insights and support executives concerned with the management of expertise, knowledge, information, and organizational development in different types of work communities and environments.
University Libraries For Developing Countries
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Author : Morris A. Gelfand
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1971
University Libraries For Developing Countries written by Morris A. Gelfand and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1971 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.