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    Cultivating leadership in Asian libraries: a longitudinal impact study
    Emerald ; 2016
    In:  Library Management Vol. 37, No. 4/5 ( 2016-6-13), p. 243-264
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    In: Library Management, Emerald, Vol. 37, No. 4/5 ( 2016-6-13), p. 243-264
    Abstract: – The purpose of this paper is to describe a study aimed at assessing the impact of the only recurring Asian library leadership institute on its participants. Design/methodology/approach – A review of the literature focussing on similar longitudinal studies was first conducted followed by a survey of past participants aimed at utilizing a self-evaluation approach. Findings – The study found it difficult to establish a conclusive cause and effect link between institute attendance and the subsequent changes in participants’ professional lives. Nevertheless the study provides compelling evidence that the institute has enhanced participants’ leadership skills, knowledge and insights and thus contributed directly or indirectly to changes in respect of their career progression, involvement in leadership activities and changes at their respective organizations. Research limitations/implications – Like other similar longitudinal studies on library leadership training, the inconclusive nature of findings suggests that further analysis of participants might be undertaken through a qualitative approach in the form of focus group interviews with the participants and over a time period less than the ten years used in the study. Practical implications – Survey respondents provided overwhelming support for the institute providing organizers with the motivation to continue to provide this opportunity to librarians in the Asia region. Originality/value – As the only Asian library leadership training of its kind, this study has delivered a unique set of data that provides perspectives that have not been previously documented.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0143-5124
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1108/LM-02-2016-0012
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    AN 50200
    Language: English
    Publisher: Emerald
    Publication Date: 2016
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  • 2
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    Knowledge exchange and community engagement: an academic library perspective
    Emerald ; 2011
    In:  Library Management Vol. 32, No. 6/7 ( 2011-07-26), p. 385-397
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    In: Library Management, Emerald, Vol. 32, No. 6/7 ( 2011-07-26), p. 385-397
    Abstract: This paper seeks to document the strategies and initiatives developed in a major Asian academic library, aiming to enhance the library's role in promoting knowledge exchange and community wellbeing. Design/methodology/approach The paper examines the library's role in knowledge exchange at the university. It highlights a series of initiatives undertaken by the library that serve to promote community access to collections, services and special events. It also introduces ways in which the library has reached out to the local, regional and international communities. Findings The success of the initiatives is demonstrated in many ways including the devoted commitment to making information available to the public at both university and library level, extended access to the library resources and services, active public participation in the special events and the library's increased visibility and leadership in the local, regional and international communities. Research limitations/implications While many of the initiatives have been innovative and well received, the reality remains that the true emphasis of knowledge exchange within the university lies with the faculties. Licensing agreements also impose restrictions on access to the electronic resources by a larger user group. The traditional “closed door” policy due to the space shortage inevitably limits the library's ability to engage a wider community. Further studies need to be done on the investment and return of the book talks. Practical implications While it is often cited that public libraries are those that serve the community at large, this paper provides the perspective from an academic library viewpoint and emphasizes the view that such service should not be limited to public libraries alone and that academic libraries must play a role in community wellbeing. Originality/value The paper provides a practical example for academic libraries in attempting to play an active role in knowledge exchange and community engagement.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0143-5124
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1108/01435121111158538
    RVK:
    AN 50200
    Language: English
    Publisher: Emerald
    Publication Date: 2011
    detail.hit.zdb_id: 2014331-X
    detail.hit.zdb_id: 272111-9
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  • 3
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    Refocusing for the future: meeting user expectations in a digital age
    Emerald ; 2009
    In:  Library Management Vol. 30, No. 1/2 ( 2009-01-02), p. 6-24
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    In: Library Management, Emerald, Vol. 30, No. 1/2 ( 2009-01-02), p. 6-24
    Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to describe the changes adopted in a major Asian academic library aimed at making the library more responsive to evolving and growing client needs, and to positioning the library as a key player on campus in terms of teaching and learning support. Design/methodology/approach Following a period of organizational restructuring, the library embarked on a series of client focused services specifically aimed at enhancing its role in teaching and learning support. Findings The article draws on a number of previously existing and new services introduced by the library, and demonstrates growth in their usage. Further evidence of success is highlighted through three consecutive biannual user survey results which demonstrate an increasing responsiveness to user expectations. Research limitations/implications While many of the new services have been well received, the findings require further examination to ensure that the services continue to create value for the organization and that the library sustains its role. Practical implications This paper reinforces the perspective that, in order to succeed and remain relevant, academic libraries must continue to evolve and to position themselves within their organizations so that they are recognized as important players in teaching and learning processes. Originality/value This article provides one possible model for other libraries to follow in attempting to reposition themselves within their organizations.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0143-5124
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1108/01435120910927484
    RVK:
    AN 50200
    Language: English
    Publisher: Emerald
    Publication Date: 2009
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    detail.hit.zdb_id: 272111-9
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    Open access repositories in the Asia–Oceania region : Experiences and guidelines from three academic institutions
    SAGE Publications ; 2015
    In:  IFLA Journal Vol. 41, No. 2 ( 2015-06), p. 162-176
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    In: IFLA Journal, SAGE Publications, Vol. 41, No. 2 ( 2015-06), p. 162-176
    Abstract: In recent years open access models have transcended traditional modes of publishing, thus enabling freer access to research. This paper takes a trans-regional approach to open access publishing in the Asia and Oceania region focussing on individual institutions in three countries – Charles Darwin University (Australia), University of Hong Kong and the University of Malaya, reflecting on how each one is rising, in its own individual way, to meet the range of challenges that its research communities are facing. Specifically, it focuses on open access and institutional repository development, and traces their development at each of the aforementioned institutions. This paper is based on interviews conducted with staff involved with the development of the repository, and the open access collection in particular, at each of the three institutions. It synthesises open access developments and reviews the role the library has played in each institution in the development of open access across the academic and research community; and the success that has been achieved to date. It highlights any common factors between the approaches taken by each institution, as well as any significant differences of note. The findings reveal that each of the three institutions is at a different stage of development with the University of Hong Kong repository ranked at the top within Asia. Each has used a slightly different approach toward open access, and used different software to develop their repository. The authors have collated the overall experiences of each institution in open access publishing and repository development. They have highlighted the successes and failures that each has experienced and formulated a set of guidelines that may help those embarking on establishing an open access repository.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0340-0352 , 1745-2651
    URL: Article
    DOI: 10.1177/0340035215582219
    RVK:
    AN 10100
    Language: English
    Publisher: SAGE Publications
    Publication Date: 2015
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