University of Dar Es Salaam Library Journal
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Published: 2006
Total Pages: 128
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Handbook of Research on Mixed Methods Research in Information Science
Author: Ngulube, Patrick
Publisher: IGI Global
Published: 2021-11-26
Total Pages: 737
ISBN-13: 1799888460
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMixed methods research is becoming prevalent in many fields, yet little has been done to elevate mixed methods research in information science. A comprehensive picture of information science and its problems is needed to further understand and address the issues associated with it as well as how mixed methods research can be adapted and used. The Handbook of Research on Mixed Methods Research in Information Science discusses the quality of mixed methods studies and methodological transparency, sampling in mixed methods research, and the application of theory in mixed methods research throughout various contexts. Covering topics such as the issues and potential directions for further research in mixed methods, this comprehensive major reference work is ideal for researchers, policymakers, academicians, librarians, practitioners, instructors, and students.
Encyclopedia of Library and Information Sciences
Author: John D. McDonald
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2017-03-15
Total Pages: 5538
ISBN-13: 1000031543
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Encyclopedia of Library and Information Sciences, comprising of seven volumes, now in its fourth edition, compiles the contributions of major researchers and practitioners and explores the cultural institutions of more than 30 countries. This major reference presents over 550 entries extensively reviewed for accuracy in seven print volumes or online. The new fourth edition, which includes 55 new entires and 60 revised entries, continues to reflect the growing convergence among the disciplines that influence information and the cultural record, with coverage of the latest topics as well as classic articles of historical and theoretical importance.
Academic Libraries in Africa
Author: Maria Frahm-Arp
Publisher: UJ Press
Published: 2023-12-31
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 1776460545
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Innovative Technologies for Enhancing Knowledge Access in Academic Libraries
Author: Masenya, Tlou Maggie
Publisher: IGI Global
Published: 2022-06-24
Total Pages: 337
ISBN-13: 1668433664
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn increasing number of academic libraries worldwide are adopting innovative technologies in creating, organizing, storing, managing, disseminating, preserving, and enhancing access to their vital knowledge in order to adapt to the changing library environment and to stay relevant in the digital world. This transition necessitates a need for best practices and reimagined strategies of implementing innovative technologies to ensure sustainable knowledge access and increase knowledge sharing. Innovative Technologies for Enhancing Knowledge Access in Academic Libraries aims to provide best practices, innovative strategies, theoretical frameworks, conceptual frameworks, and empirical research findings regarding the application of emerging and innovative technologies in managing, preserving, and enhancing knowledge access in academic libraries worldwide. Covering a range of topics such as artificial intelligence, knowledge organization, records management, and library services, this reference work is ideal for librarians, researchers, scholars, practitioners, academicians, instructors, and students.
Measuring and Implementing Altmetrics in Library and Information Science Research
Author: Baskaran, C.
Publisher: IGI Global
Published: 2020-01-17
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 1799813118
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Global Library and Information Science
Author: Ismail Abdullahi
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Published: 2017-11-07
Total Pages: 730
ISBN-13: 3110413124
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis 2nd edition of the highly successful Global Library and Information Science presents an up-to-date review of international librarianship and library science through insightful and well written chapters contributed by experts and scholars from all regions of the world. The role of public, academic, special, school libraries, as well as library and information science education are presented from the early development to the present time. Its lively, readable approach will help the reader to understand librarianship in Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and North America. Edited by Ismail Abdullahi, Professor of Global Library and Information Science, this book is a must-read by library science students and teachers, librarians, and anyone interested in Global Librarianship.
Digital Libraries and Institutional Repositories: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice
Author: Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher: IGI Global
Published: 2020-03-06
Total Pages: 579
ISBN-13: 1799824640
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Global Library and Information Science
Author: Ismail Abdullahi
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Published: 2009-05-05
Total Pages: 592
ISBN-13: 3598441347
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The African Journal of Finance and Management
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Published: 2012
Total Pages: 354
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