A participatory library model for university libraries
Description
This research investigated the ways academic libraries are using social media and adopting participatory principles in their programs and services. Using the Grounded Theory method the research developed an empirically derived model for participatory libraries. The research revealed three core categories representing the participatory library: community, empowerment, and experience. The research provides library professionals, researchers and the library community, with a fresh perspective and holistic picture of the contemporary library. The findings can be used to guide the development of participatory libraries in Australia and internationally.
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| ID Code: | 76288 |
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| Item Type: | QUT Thesis (PhD) |
| Supervisor: | Partridge, Helen & Edwards, Sylvia |
| Keywords: | Participatory library, Grounded theory, Qualitative research, Social media, Library users, Library model, Library theory, Academic library, Library 2.0, Web 2.0 |
| Divisions: | Past > QUT Faculties & Divisions > Science & Engineering Faculty Past > Schools > School of Chemistry, Physics & Mechanical Engineering Current > Schools > School of Information Systems |
| Institution: | Queensland University of Technology |
| Deposited On: | 20 Oct 2014 03:16 |
| Last Modified: | 08 Sep 2021 14:43 |
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