Library and Information Science

I am very pleased that my paper "The Blind Men and the Elephant: Towards an Organization of Epistemic Contexts" has found such a friendly response [see: http://www.iskoi.org/ilc/elephant.php], and I would like to take the opportunity to discuss some of Claudio Gnoli’s comments in more detail. In these working notes, my focus will be on three main issues, namely, on the concept of phenomenon (1), on modeling levels of being (2), and on the relevance of levels of knowing for knowledge organization (3). Furthermore, I will present a selected bibliography on the proposed concept of Integrative Levels of Knowing (ILK) (4), which might hopefully inspire some further discussion.

As bibliotecas são espaços de preservação do patrimônio intelectual, literário, artístico e científico das sociedades e apresentam uma relação indissociável com as universidades. O presente artigo propõe uma reflexão sobre as bibliotecas universitárias enquanto espaços de aprendizagem. Reflexão teórica acerca dos conceitos de biblioteca e aprendizagem, a partir de revisão bibliográfica. A fundamentação teórica sobre o processo de aprendizagem baseou-se nos estudos de Lev Semenovich Vygotsky e as análises sobre a biblioteca como um espaço de aprendizagem sustentam-se em diversos autores das áreas da Biblioteconomia, da Ciência da Informação e da Educação. A Biblioteca universitária relaciona-se intrinsicamente com a pesquisa e com o processo de ensino e aprendizagem, através do desenvolvimento de atividades de mediação junto aos usuários, na busca pela informação e na transformação desta em conhecimento. Dentre os diversos ambientes não formais de aprendizagem, a biblioteca universit...

This study investigates librarian attitudes towards the completion of questionnaires in Nigerian university libraries. Data was collected from 57 librarians in three Nigerian university libraries. Respondents receive several questionnaires each year. Most respond to all, but those who do not cite lack of time. Those who respond to questionnaires mostly do so to assist the researchers. Library and information science

The title of this study, is the of internet the type of this research is quantitative descriptive research which is aimed to. Examine the us of the internet in the Public Library of Badung Regency Bali and the effect of the implementation of the internet in the Library. The expected benefits of this research are for educational institution and for the Library itself The study is located in the Public Library of Badung Regency. The population in this study is all visitors in the Public Library of Badung Regency and the sample is among of the population technique used is in the research Random Sampling. The data collection techniques used is this study are observation and purposive questionnaires, but the analysis technique is a simple linear regression analysis which using the formula Y = a + bX

My Master’s Thesis in Library and Information Science from The Royal School of Library and Information Science (RSLIS), Copenhagen, examines the topic: the profile of the “New Public Library”, primarily in Denmark. However, in the text I have made a few comparisons to foreign projects which single themselves out in this context.
The Danish main title “Det Nye Folkebibliotek”, translates into English as “The New Public Library”. My research hypothesis being: the Danish public library has undergone a series of changes, and the changes and developments are ongoing; from being a mere collections of knowledge and materials such as books, to being active, outgoing, far reaching and versatile institutions focusing on the common good of society in a number of ways. Thus my main research question is this: how and by which means do the public libraries act differently now as opposed to earlier? Another relevant question is: which tactics do the public libraries employ in order to keep, and reinforce, their place as necessary cultural institutions in postmodern, postindustrial society today? A time period sometimes called “the Internet Age”?
My empirical research and observations provide evidence that the public library no longer “just” is an institution for the loaning out of books etc. It has become a public domain focusing on lifting up society, educating the population / the users of the library, while at the same time bringing the users together in social contexts as well as cultural ones. In short, the libraries have taken on new functions and tasks, including some of the social functions earlier managed exclusively at local city halls.
In order to study these new tendencies, I have applied two main methods of research: firstly, the case study, for which I have handpicked three public libraries in the metropolitan area of Copenhagen. Libraries which are similar in some ways, yet still have their different traits, although they are located within a limited geographical area. These three focus libraries have served as case studies and examples for my empirical research, active observation, and for my other primary research method: the semi-structured research interview.
My three focus libraries are:
• Biblioteket, Rentemestervej, Copenhagen Northwest
• Ørestad Bibliotek, in the Eastern and newest part of the city
• Blågårdens Bibliotek, in a central part of the city troubled by various social issues
At each library I have conducted interviews with senior staff members, and gathered further information by active observation and photography, trying to catch everyday life with my eyes and camera.
Part of my theory behind this research, has been the writings of Henrik Jochumsen, Casper Hvenegaard Rasmussen and Dorte Skot-Hansen, amongst others.
From the latest book by the three aforementioned Danish scientists, authors and professors at RSLIS, I have found great inspiration and motivation, and what is more, scientific terms which capture some of the most vital tendencies of The New Library. These are: Public Domain, Placemaker and Icon.
In this thesis I have done my best to apply these terms, and others, in order to answer my research questions, and thereby make my contribution to unveil why we need the public libraries now, more than ever, and which components, so speak, constitute the profile of the Danish public library of today. Including its new functions, profiles, vision and mission.

It is evident from the number of published scientific papers on Early Childhood Caries (ECC) that interest in this problem has grown in recent years. Many authors have been trying to devise a clear definition or classification for ECC. The aim of this review was to inventory the prevalence of ECC and to seek a consensus regarding definition and diagnosis. Further attention was paid to the aetiological factors including the role of microrganisms. Finally, education, parenting and treatment procedures were discussed. For this review, epidemiological studies on caries prevalence in children aged between 0 and 36 months were compiled through a systematic approach using Medline. This clearly showed that ECC continues to be a serious public health problem and that there is a great variety of definitions and diagnoses used worldwide, reflected in the prevalence data. This review confirms the multicausal aetiology and the need for further research. The authors strongly support the recommend...

O “serviço de referência” tem o objetivo de auxiliar os usuários na recuperação da informação poupando-lhes tempo e agilizando seu acesso a elas. Esse processo pode ser mais eficaz através dos recursos tecnológicos como o facebook, em evidência na sociedade atualmente. Este trabalho surgiu da necessidade aproximação na relação Biblioteca/usuário e da possibilidade de oferecer uma alternativa de comunicação com o serviço de referência da Biblioteca. Partindo da observação de que a maioria dos usuários utiliza frequentemente as redes sociais, pretendemos avaliar se a relação entre o serviço de referência e os usuários pode ser aprimorada através delas. Serão propostas, a partir daí, formas de aproximação do usuário com a biblioteca universitária e seus serviços. Esta avaliação será contínua devido à intermitência deste tipo de recurso e das relações com seus usuários.

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Learning environment comprises providing physical environment, cultural context in which students learn and for the growth and development of institutions at large. However, learning environment is influenced by multiple factors such as institutional factors (leadership of the director, faculty, quality of the students, physical infrastructure tools at LRC (Learning resource centres) and regulating bodies, accreditation agencies and end customers i.e., industry (recruiters).  Given the advent web 2.0 technologies, there is need to provide active and two-way, student centric learning environment for effective learning and gaining of skill set. The paper explores these multiple aspects and its bearing on LRC for providing conducive learning environment.
KEY WORDS: “Learning environment, LRC, tools and techniques

This is the text of a presentation delivered at the New Challenges, New Ideas and New Requirements Conference held in Baku, Azerbaijan September 28-30, 2017. In it, I explore British Library efforts to account for early 20th century Azeri-language publications in a manner that is reflects the needs of computer-based cataloguing as well as the diverse expectations of a global readership.

The key concept of information science is the concept of information which is tied to a number of complications. The main problem is that there is no definition of this concept. The purpose of this article is an analysis of the concept of information from the position of classical logic. The main method of the article is a conceptual analysis. First, we briefly deal with the overview of the concepts of information, with concepts and their definition as such and with the scope of the concept of information. Then, we provide an analysis of 31 important definitions of the concept of information which were developed within the scope of information science and related fields, and we consider relations between the concept of information and the concepts in other disciplines. Conceptual analysis of the concept of information leads to the conclusion that information is probably a concept that somehow addresses the entire reality, thus that it is a term, which is in the classical logic described as transcendental. This fact, in the view of the fact that information science is a special field, seems to be a serious methodological problem. Problems associated with the broadness of the concept of information have three possible solutions: transformation of information science into the universal science, narrowing the concept of information to a special term, or replacement of the concept of information by a different one. At the end of the article, we briefly point out our solution to the problem.

Purpose

Public libraries in the UK are increasingly expected to provide arts activities and events as part of their usual operations. The purpose of this paper is to summarise recent policy trends in this direction from both the perspective of libraries’ and the arts sector. A touring theatre project aimed at children and families is discussed in further detail to examine some of the outcomes of these policies.
Design/methodology/approach

The paper will present a brief history of policy developments and debate in this area. Mixed method findings from the research element of “Among Ideal Friends” will be discussed, having used surveys and interviews with audiences and librarians, geodemographic profiling, box office records and library card data.
Findings

Public funding across both libraries and the arts has decreased at a national and local level, though both sectors are encouraged to work together to share expertise and community knowledge.
Research limitations/implications

The primary funding for the project was an arts funding body. While a holistic approach to evaluation was taken, this limited any specific focus that might have been given to educational outcomes or cost-benefit analysis compared to other interventions.
Practical implications

Public libraries can see the results and challenges of a successful regional touring theatre project for consideration in their own activity planning, especially those related to families and younger users.
Social implications

Libraries and Arts organisations have different priorities in regards to these areas. Though co-operative, the situation is not without tension. The topic is illustrative of some wider debates around cultural value, everyday participation and cultural democracy.
Originality/value

This paper offers a timely discussion of cultural policy in relation to libraries, e.g. The Society of Chief Librarians “Universal Cultural Offer” (October 2017).

Abstrak Sejak awal pembentukan masyarakat Islam yang dirintis oleh nabi Muhammad, perpustakaan masjid telah memainkan peran penting dalam perkembangan masyarakat Islam. Berangkat dari fenomena tersebut, penulis mencoba mengeksplorasi peran sentral perpustakaan masjid dengan menggunakan pendekatan historis untuk mengungkap keterlibatan signifikannya dalam masyarakat Muslim sepanjan gsejarah Islam. Dimana-mana, masjid hampir semuanya memiliki perpustakaan yang telah dijadikan sebagai pusat aktifitas masyarakat (Center for Community Activities), yang meliputi peran keagamaan, sosial, politik dan pendidikan. Di samping itu, tulisan ini juga membahas tentang kemunculan yang bersifat historis perpustakaan di beberapa benua Asia, khususnya Timur Tengah dan wilayah sekitarnya. Analisis ini diikuti oleh suatu pemaparan yang bersifat komprehensif tentang manajemen perpustakaan di masjid. Terakhir, beberapa catatan tentang era stagnasi perpustakaan akan dipaparkan.

Science librarianship is a relatively new specialty in the library profession in Africa as the bulk of the early librarians had a background in the Arts and Humanities. Unfortunately there is a dearth of science librarians on the continent and the need for science librarians is more crucial to help support meaningful scientific research and development on the continent. Why does the gap exist? What are Library and Information Science (LIS) schools doing to entice, attract, enroll, motivate, and train science librarians? What are the professional associations doing to promote the cause of science librarianship? What are academic and research libraries doing to retain and stop science librarians from invading or migrating to other niches. This paper attempts to provide answers to the above questions with input and insight from across the continent.

According to the investigation of library resources discovery system construction in 20 universities in China, the aggregation discovery service provided by the multi-source aggregation function, the discovery function is based on aggregation and the comprehensive revealing function. This article evaluates user usage and acceptance based on refinements of the functions mentioned above. The investigation shows that compared with the diversity of function, users are more concerned about the practicability, the intuition and the academy. Thus, systems should choose the best sources and pay attention to the metadata normalization, and enhance the correlation to standard datasets.

This study aims to investigate the level of the use of the Ministry of Education and Culture Library website through the End User Computing Satisfaction (EUCS) model. This type of research is explanative with a quantitative approach. Data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires to 99 users of the Ministry of Education Library who used the library website. This research questionnaire was tested for validity and reliability using Cronbach's Alpha technique and IBM, SPSS, V25, software. The results show that user satisfaction using the Ministry of Education and Culture Library website can be considered as a good website. The average score of the Content dimension is 3.14, the Accuracy dimension is 3.07, the Format dimension is 3.17, the Ease of use dimension is 3.21, the Timeliness dimension is 3.05 and for user’s satisfaction is 3.04. These dimensions are on an interval scale of 2.52 - 3.27, thus it can be said that the website is good enough. This research recommends that the timeliness dimensions need to be improved in terms of quality to provide quick information for the users. Thus, the users will be satisfied with the website services provided by the Ministry of Education and Culture Library. Indeed, the importance of the library website should be measured and assessed periodically by using the Model End-User Computing Satisfaction to increase information services for users to develop national education.

DocPerform is a multi- and interdisciplinary research project based at City, University of London. Led by members of the Department of Library & Information Science, it comprises scholars and practitioners from the fields of performing arts and library & information science. The project concerns conceptual, methodological and technological innovations in the documentation of performance, and the extent to which performance may itself be considered to be a document.

The collection of papers in this special issue of Proceedings from the Document Academy are selected from the second DocPerform Symposium, held at City, University of London, 6–7 November 2017.

The DocPerform team would like to thank the DOCAM editors and reviewers for their support for this publication.

Because of its prosperity and its beautiful nature, people often refer Indonesia as “a piece of paradise land”. It is located within the equator line from west to east and in between two continents, Asia and Australia continent and it is between two oceans, Indian and Pacific Ocean. The country comprises of 17.508 islands with temperature around 25 – 33°C, humidity level around 50 -60 %. Its covers an area of 5.193.250 square kilometers, out of which 2.027.087 square kilometers land and the remainder waters.
Indonesian population was estimated 220.953.634 inhabitants. It is the fourth in the world for its population density. It has more than 500 ethnic and more than 350 local languages. However Indonesian Language (Bahasa Indonesia) is the national and united language. Indonesia has been united by the slogan of “unity in diversity”. Although the majority of population is Moslem but Five Principles (Pancasila) stated as the country’s ideology and it is very religious, accepted by various levels of religious followers.
Indonesia is a Republic, which has got its independence since 17 August 1945 from the Japanese colonialism fro 3, 5 years and from the Dutch colonialism for 350 years. It consists of 33 provinces, 445 districts (kabupaten), and around 69.929 villages.

Esta Guía está escrita para estudiantes universitarios de grado y de máster. No es un instrumento de iniciación a la investigación y carece de otras pretensiones. Intenta ayudar a quienes la consulten a utilizar la información científica en sus estudios como un recurso relevante con el que aprender y formarse, para convertirse en profesionales bien preparados. Constituye una exposición sistemática, general e introductoria del tema.
This manual, addressed to higher education students, provides guidelines on scholarly information and literature; how to select and assess reliability of Web contents; how to access credible and refereed information; how to take advantage of academic library resources; which genres of scientific publications there are and how to use them; how to find and gather bibliography on a research topic; which search tools are to be chosen; how the information is to be used fairly and efficiently; how to manage references and documents; how to analyze and work with them; how to cite and reference bibliography; and how to shape academic assignments and dissertations.

Globalisation has brought a lot of changes which are impacting dramatically on
the entire world. Political, cultural and socio-economic integrations are
becoming much easier and faster than before. This paper argues that the digital
divide existing between developing and developed countries places Africa in
disadvantaged position in the globalisation process leading to cultural
imperialism. It challenges library and information professionals to try and bridge
this digital divide through sustained professional development, national and
institutional framework, curriculum redesign and regional and international cooperation.

The present study reports the results of the bibliometric analysis of Annals of Library and Information Studies (ALIS) for the period from 2004 to 2013. The data collection was done by downloading the contents from the website of the journal. The analysis covers mainly the number of articles, authorship pattern, geographical distribution of contributions, types and forms of documents cited, length of the contributions etc. The study shows a trend of growth in the number of contributions every year. Out of the total number of 323 contributions, 120 (37.15%) are contributed by single authors while the remaining 203 (62.85%) are join authors' contributions. The study further finds that most of the contributions are from India (87.31%).

The essential difficulty about Computer Ethics’ (CE) philosophical status is a methodological problem: standard ethical theories cannot easily be adapted to deal with CE-problems, which appear to strain their conceptual resources, and CE requires a conceptual foundation as an ethical theory. Information Ethics (IE), the philosophical foundational counterpart of CE, can be seen as a particular case of ‘environmental’ ethics or ethics of the infosphere. What is good for an information entity and the infosphere in general? This is the ethical question asked by IE. The answer is provided by a minimalist theory of deserts: IE argues that there is something more elementary and fundamental than life and pain, namely being, understood as information, and entropy, and that any information entity is to be recognised as the centre of a minimal moral claim, which deserves recognition and should help to regulate the implementation of any information process involving it. IE can provide a valuable perspective from which to approach, with insight and adequate discernment, not only moral problems in CE, but also the whole range of conceptual and moral phenomena that form the ethical discourse.

RESUMEN
Análisis de las competencias y habilidades que capacitan a los profesionales de la información para desarrollar su actividad en el entorno digital. Se ha buscado examinar el impacto de las tecnologías digitales en las tareas que ejecutan y en las
estructuras del mercado laboral. Los antecedentes y el estado de la cuestión se han elaborado a partir de la recopilación y revisión de fuentes documentales con autoridad en el asunto y con oportuno interés. Asimismo, se han contrastado las consecuencias de la digitalización en el ejercicio de la profesión desde los datos obtenidos en trabajos aplicados. La exposición comienza valorando la incidencia de la tecnología en la evolución disciplinar, junto a la caracterización de los sistemas que interactúan enlazados en la red. Hasta llegar a plantear la generación y difusión abierta de los recursos y la organización y recuperación de carácter semántico. Se describen las consecuencias de la digitalización y de la gestión digital en los perfiles y requisitos laborales. Se justifica la necesidad de unas competencias específicas de carácter transdisciplinar. Alcanzando, incluso, a las consecuencias que esta situación tiene para la formación universitaria. Las conclusiones destacan la ejecución de tareas desde métodos colaborativos de asociación en la red. Se valoran las características digitales de uestras profesiones y el tipo de profesional que busca un mercado de trabajo más complejo y transdisciplinar.
Palabras-clave: Información y Documentación. Digitalización. Gestión Digital. Competencias. Habilidades.

ABSTRACT
Analysis of the skills and abilities that enable information professionals to develop their activity in a digital environment.The aim has been to examine the impact of digital technologies on the tasks they perform and on labour market structures.
The background and status of the issue have been developed from the compilation and review of authoritative documentary sources with timely interest. Likewise, the consequences of digitalization on the exercise of the profession have been
contrasted from the data obtained in applied works. The exhibition begins by assessing the impact of technology on disciplinary evolution, together with the characterization of the systems that interact linked in the network. To the point of
proposing the generation and open dissemination of resources and the organization and recovery of semantic character. The consequences of digitization and digital management on job profiles and requirements are described. The need for
specific transdisciplinary skills is justified. We are even reaching the consequences that this situation has for university education. The conclusions highlight the execution of tasks from collaborative methods of association in the network. The digital characteristics of our professions and the type of professional looking for a more complex and transdisciplinary job market are valued.
Keywords: Library and Information Science. Digitalisation. Digital Management. Professional Tasks. Competences.