New e-sources, new models: reinventing library approaches to providing access
ISSN: 0741-9058
Article publication date: 6 April 2010
Issue publication date: 6 April 2010
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to propose that librarians consider new ways of working in order to manage new types of electronic sources.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper is based on a literature survey, readings outside the literature, and observations in the field.
Findings
Librarians need to think out of the box, change how they structure their organizations and work, and cede more control to users.
Research limitations/implications
This is an opinion piece urging librarians to think differently.
Practical implications
If librarians could think out of the box, give up their traditional organizational lines, and cede more control to users, managing new forms of electronic resources would be easier.
Social implications
Changing ways of thinking is a long, difficult process.
Originality/value
This paper was originally presented at the IFLA conference in Milan in August 2009.
Citation
Soules, A. (2010), "New e-sources, new models: reinventing library approaches to providing access", Library Hi Tech News, Vol. 27 No. 2, pp. 10-14. https://doi.org/10.1108/07419051011050420
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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