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Publication date: 1 December 2003

Penny Carnaby and Sudha Rao

Proposes to provide some New Zealand public sector examples that reflect the ideas contained in the quotation “information is a currency of democracy”. The discussion in the first…

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Proposes to provide some New Zealand public sector examples that reflect the ideas contained in the quotation “information is a currency of democracy”. The discussion in the first part of the paper concludes that in modern democracies such as New Zealand, information is used as a currency for democracy. The second part of the paper provides specific government initiatives that support this argument through their key government goals founded on the ethos of social inclusion. The National Library’s contribution to these goals is illustrated by the advent of the new National Library of New Zealand Aotearoa (Te Puna Ma¯tauranga o Aotearoa) Act 2003. The second part of the paper also carries an overlay of the national information strategy framework devised by the wider library and information sector through their professional organisation the Library and Information Association New Zealand Aotearoa (LIANZA) and Te Ro¯pu Whakahau (Ma¯ori Library and Information Workers Association).

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Library Management, vol. 24 no. 8/9
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0143-5124

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Publication date: 1 August 2005

Penny Carnaby

This paper argues that in order to develop a seamless, accessible, learner‐centric next generation pedagogy that is scalable, sustainable, and will achieve a high level of systems…

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Purpose

This paper argues that in order to develop a seamless, accessible, learner‐centric next generation pedagogy that is scalable, sustainable, and will achieve a high level of systems and cultural interoperability, countries need a national Digital Strategy and an ICT vision for education, to bring this framework together.

Design/methodology/approach

A summary and description of national policy commitments, forward‐looking initiatives and practical outcomes in pursuit of an educationally effective national Digital Strategy for New Zealand.

Findings

New Zealand will make significant progress in achieving the aspirations of the next generation learner during the next 12 months. Libraries throughout the country are in a strong position to play a crucial role in this development.

Research limitations/implications

This paper concentrates on a single national context, but does put the reader in a position where they can draw conclusions about how this model is applicable to other environments.

Practical implications

The author argues that Libraries have a long history and deep understanding of standards‐led architectures which has achieved greater access to information and systems interoperability. The profession is in a good position to be a proactive partner in the development of next generation e‐learning experiences.

Originality/value

The paper gives clear insight into how national digital and educational strategies can be implemented on an effective, countrywide basis.

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Library Review, vol. 54 no. 6
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0024-2535

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Article
Publication date: 24 July 2009

Penny Carnaby

The purpose of this paper is to show how libraries in New Zealand have developed their digital strategies in order to serve its citizens, the country and the world.

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to show how libraries in New Zealand have developed their digital strategies in order to serve its citizens, the country and the world.

Design/methodology/approach

A description of various New Zealand initiatives is given, many of which involve the National Library of New Zealand.

Findings

The four components of the New Zealand Digital strategy: connection; content; confidence; and collaboration have been driven by the library and information sector.

Originality/value

The paper provides a personal insight, by the National Librarian, into key digital developments in New Zealand

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Program, vol. 43 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0033-0337

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Article
Publication date: 25 September 2007

Dana Peterman and Timothy Grieg

Aims to review some new developments of virtual online environments and their potential for use in library environments.

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Purpose

Aims to review some new developments of virtual online environments and their potential for use in library environments.

Design/methodology/approach

A review of use of gaming, virtual world simulations and online environments in libraries.

Findings

Presentations on the state of gaming in libraries presented by library school faculty, librarian and industry professionals.

Originality/value

Reports on research and implementation of gaming systems in libraries.

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Library Hi Tech News, vol. 24 no. 8
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0741-9058

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Article
Publication date: 1 July 2006

David Reid

Using New Zealand as example, the purpose of this paper is to consider why Sun wants to establish centres of excellence and what the benefits are for the contributors.

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Purpose

Using New Zealand as example, the purpose of this paper is to consider why Sun wants to establish centres of excellence and what the benefits are for the contributors.

Design/methodology/approach

This article combines narrative and analysis.

Findings

Concludes that each party in a centre of excellence gains benefits from its association.

Originality/value

Provides an example of a new way of working in the library sphere.

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The Electronic Library, vol. 24 no. 4
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0264-0473

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Program, vol. 45 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0033-0337

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Publication date: 24 July 2009

Lucy A. Tedd

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Program, vol. 43 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0033-0337

Article
Publication date: 1 April 2001

Judith Samuel and Marie Pritchard

This paper describes how one specialist learning disability health service has attempted to increase its focus on meeting the complex needs of people with profound learning…

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This paper describes how one specialist learning disability health service has attempted to increase its focus on meeting the complex needs of people with profound learning disability (PLD) both with and without additional physical, sensory and medical impairment. Through individual assessment and intervention, carer consultation, training and supervision, research, and audit and advice to management, a multi‐disciplinary group has influenced the development of more proactive community teams for people with learning disability. This is in the context of both the publication of Signposts for Success (NHSE, 1998) and of a changing organisational culture which has embraced essential lifestyle planning, person‐centred teams, supported living and direct payments. The challenge remains of ring‐fencing sufficient resources (of time, skill and equipment), given the high‐profile and competing demands of people with milder learning disabilities but with complex mental health needs and/or challenging behaviour.

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Tizard Learning Disability Review, vol. 6 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 1359-5474

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Publication date: 1 August 1899

Numbers of worthy people are no doubt nursing themselves in the fond and foolish belief that when the Food Bill has received the Royal assent, and becomes law, the manufacture and…

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Numbers of worthy people are no doubt nursing themselves in the fond and foolish belief that when the Food Bill has received the Royal assent, and becomes law, the manufacture and sale of adulterated and sophisticated products will, to all intents and purposes, be suppressed, and that the Public Analyst and the Inspector will be able to report the existence of almost universal purity and virtue. This optimistic feeling will not be shared by the traders and manufacturers who have suffered from the effects of unfair and dishonest competition, nor by those whose knowledge and experience of the existing law enables them to gauge the probable value of the new one with some approach to accuracy. The measure has satisfied nobody, and can satisfy nobody but those whose nefarious practices it is intended to check, and who can fully appreciate the value, to them, of patchwork and superficial legislation. We have repeatedly pointed out that repressive legislation, however stringent and however well applied, can never give the public that which the public, in theory, should receive—namely, complete protection and adequate guarantee,—nor to the honest trader the full support and encouragement to which he is entitled. But, in spite of the defects and ineffectualities necessarily attaching to legislation of this nature, a strong Government could without much difficulty have produced a far more effective, and therefore more valuable law than that which, after so long an incubation, is to be added to the statute‐book.

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British Food Journal, vol. 1 no. 8
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0007-070X

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Publication date: 4 September 2009

Patrick Marren

This paper aims to entertain while reminding readers of the immense variability to be expected with respect to even the most highly recommended of investment strategies.

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Purpose

This paper aims to entertain while reminding readers of the immense variability to be expected with respect to even the most highly recommended of investment strategies.

Design/methodology/approach

Opinion column.

Findings

This column lays out the historical record of the Dow Jones Industrial Average to show that returns on equity are in some cases far more variable (and delayed) than some investors and investment managers might want to believe.

Originality/value

A humorous approach to what can be a decidedly unfunny subject.

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Journal of Business Strategy, vol. 30 no. 5
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0275-6668

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