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SOCIAL FUTURE OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIES: NEW PERSPECTIVES ON COMMUNITIES, NETWORKS, AND ENGAGEMENT

SKU: 9781783304714

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In ‘The Social Future of Academic Libraries,’ discover a groundbreaking perspective on how academic libraries can thrive in the evolving higher education landscape. As institutions transform into social enterprises, this book argues for a radical rethinking of library missions, moving beyond incremental changes to embrace a holistic, social lens. Explore innovative approaches like converged services, embedded librarianship, and design thinking, all grounded in the theories of intellectual and social capital. Through nine compelling case studies, learn how social capital and network theory can drive organizational learning, enhance service development, and foster collaboration across diverse library functions, from collection development to student success. Essential reading for librarians and educators seeking to redefine library relevance in the 21st century.

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Description

  • Print length: 318 pages
  • Language: English
  • Publisher: Facet Publishing
  • Publication date: 22 December 2022
  • Dimensions: 15.24 x 2.59 x 22.86 cm
  • ISBN-10: 1783304715
  • ISBN-13: 978-1783304714