Competencies For Librarians Research Articles

Leaders, practitioners and scientists' awareness of artificial intelligence in libraries: a pilot study

PurposeThis study investigates the level of artificial intelligence (AI) awareness among library leaders, practitioners and scientists of Indonesian academic libraries to elucidate the benefits of AI implementation and its necessary infrastructure and challenges.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopted a purposive sampling technique to select the 38 participants and thematic analysis to analyze the data, identifying eight themes: understanding of AI, AI adoption, benefits of AI, competencies needed to support AI, facilities to support AI, factors supporting AI adoption, AI-inhibiting factors and expectations of AI.FindingsDifferent viewpoints provided full awareness among library stakeholders and sufficient information to begin AI initiatives in Indonesian libraries as leaders, practitioners and scientists had a favorable, open and encouraging outlook on AI.Research limitations/implicationsThe study does not investigate variations in perspectives between the participants, but it examines their understanding of AI and elaborates the results into the concept of an intelligent library. Moreover, this study only uses samples from academic libraries.Practical implicationsLibraries can take these results into consideration before implementing AI, especially in technology and facilities, librarian competency with regard to AI and leadership roles in AI projects.Social implicationsLibrary boards and library associations can use this research as a source to create guidelines about AI implementation in academic libraries.Originality/valueThe study addresses the gap in the research on university libraries' readiness and awareness to implement AI, especially in developing countries.

The Implications of Library Service Development on Students’ Satisfaction at the State Islamic University in Indonesia

This research focused on (1) the development of library services at the State Islamic University (hereafter UIN) in Indonesia, and (2) the implications of library services for students’ learning satisfaction at UIN in Indonesia. This research used mix-methods using a purposive sampling technique. The samples were three library directors, 12 librarians, and 345 students. Data collections involved interviews, observations, and questionnaires, while the data were analyzed using a descriptive approach. The results showed that UIN in Indonesia developed the library services through planning, developing facilities, improving librarian competencies, enhancing the collaboration or network between libraries, and developing the library services. The results also revealed that the quality of library services at UIN in Indonesia was categorized as good, with an average of 76.62%. In contrast, the level of student satisfaction concerning the library services of UIN was classified as satisfactory, with an average of 76.91%. The library services had a strong implication on UIN students’ satisfaction, with a correlation coefficient of 0.765. This means that library services have a strong relationship with UIN students’ learning satisfaction in Indonesia.

Peningkatan Kompetensi Pustakawan Melalui Penerapan Otomasi Perpustakaan di Perpustakaan SMKN 3 Bandung

This study aims to determine the competence of librarians, which will certainly have a major influence on the development of libraries, supported by a slim-based information technology system, to what extent librarians' competence through the application of automation using window theory contains three indicators, namely: knowledge, skills and attitudes. This research uses descriptive qualitative method with interview techniques. Based on the results, the implementation of this automation system can make it easier for librarians to complete their tasks. The school librarian participates in various activities such as practices that are followed during lectures, training and other seminars organized by the government for those who do not have a library educational background. This can increase the librarian's competence after carrying out these activities. At the time of implementing this automation system, librarians experience several problems, such as unstable internet networks, inadequate computers, and computers that often interfere with data loss, therefore librarians still apply manual systems.

Librarians’ Competencies in Teaching Information Literacy in the Online Environment

The shift to online library instruction during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has created challenges for librarians and staff because of the lack of online teaching and technological competencies. This study examines the competencies of academic and school librarians in teaching information literacy online. The findings have implications for librarians who teach information literacy in the online and environment and library managers who offer support to librarians to enable them to teach online.

Competencies required in corporate librarians to manage industrial libraries in the digital era

The study describes the emergence of industrial libraries with their special features. It discusses the special competencies of corporate librarians, to fulfill the requirements of Users. Unlike academic and Public Libraries, the collection covers specific subjects in place of the huge collection of different subjects. Users usually prefer magazines, research journals, patents, etc. Users demand information, not from books. Such types of libraries are research-oriented and hence corporate librarians and staff need to respond faster. The corporate librarian needs some extra and specific skills as compared to librarians handling academic and public libraries. The qualities and skills needed in corporate librarians to handle specific requirements of users of industrial libraries are discussed in this paper.

Listen to Librarians: Highlighted Core Competencies for Librarianship from the Perspectives of Working Librarians

Librarianship is constantly confronted with unexpected and quickly evolving sociotechnical challenges, yet the documents that define the core professional competencies for librarians are infrequently updated. Based upon survey responses collected from 383 working librarians located in the United States, we describe a set of gaps between current competency guidelines and current library realities with regard to practice, management, communication, career development, relations, and personal attributes. We argue that professional library organizations, educators, and policymakers could formulate more relevant and impactful core competency documents by deliberately integrating the on-the-ground insights of librarians’ lived experience.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES OF A LIBRARIAN OF A HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

Objective. Development and implementation of the concept of professional competencies of librarians. Methods. In the course of the research, a complex of methods of theoretical analysis (terminological analysis; literature analysis) and synthesis was used; methods of comparison, generalization, systematization of an array of publications. Results. The study of the research on the development and implementation of the professional competence of librarians made it possible to identify the necessary requirements for university library specialists. The resulting practice revealed the potential of librarians during telecommuting. Conclusions. In modern scientific theory, the concept of human competence has a broad interpretation and a complex structural structure. In general, it is about the ability of a person to perform certain activities, perform tasks or work; the availability of an appropriate set of knowledge, skills and attitudes that enable them to act effectively in a professional field or activity. Professional competencies of librarians are necessary for the implementation of professional activities, opportunities for self-improvement throughout life.

Pengaruh Kegiatan Pengembangan Profesi Terhadap Karier Pustakawan di Universitas Hasanuddin

Research purposes is analyze and describe the Effect of Professional Development of Librarians on Career Development of Librarians at Hasanuddin University. This research is quantitative. The research subject is Hasanuddin University librarian. Determination of respondents using purposive sampling method. The number of respondents was 48 civil servant librarians. Collecting data through the distribution of questionnaires and documentation. Descriptive statistical data analysis and multiple linear regression. The study found that partially only the innovative work of librarians affected the career development of librarians at Hasanuddin University. Meanwhile, self-development and scientific publications do not affect the career development of librarians at Hasanuddin University. Then simultaneously self-development, scientific publications and innovative works affect the career development of librarians at Hasanuddin University. Barriers to librarians in professional development are the lack of motivation of librarians; less confident; less focus; ability or knowledge and skills; limited time due to work; less productivity due to environmental factors; limited budget and forum for professional development activities; lack of attention and appreciation from the leadership or agency. Meanwhile, the lack of opportunity and narrow insight is not an obstacle. Furthermore, the obstacles for librarians in career development are lack of strength or ability, feeling satisfied with the position they have, lack of cooperation or a supportive network in their environment. Meanwhile, unsure of the librarian's competence, lack of responsibility such as lazy, likes to be late, often not in the office; lack of strength or ability; lack of information is not obstacle for librarians in career development activities.

KOMPETENSI DATA LIBRARIAN DALAM RESEARCH DATA MANAGEMENT: SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

This paper investigates the Data Librarian (DL) competencies in Research Data Management (RDM). Using the systematic literature review of paper published over the last ten years from 2010 to 2020 through databases subscribed by Brawijaya University Library. A total of 243 research articles yielded that meet the selection criteria and finally 15 studies were included in this study. The results obtained show that: (1) many articles discussing the competence of DL in the field of RDM are still written from and about librarians in academic libraries; (2) the most used methods of research are survey, case studies, and mixed-method; (3) the competence of DL presented varies each paper, however, the most common competencies are technical skills, followed by knowledge, non-technical skills, and abilities. This study provides an overview of libraries in Indonesia to be able to prepare and develop librarian competencies in their roles in the field of RDM.

KOMPETENSI PUSTAKAWAN DALAM MENGANALISIS KATA KUNCI

This study aims to determine the frequency of ISJD keyword analysis in the five PDDI LIPI Regional Libraries, compare the frequency of keywords between regions, and the competence in analyzing keywords. This study used qualitative research methods with a population of 27 people. The survey results are based on keyword analysis and questionnaires, broad into three aspects: knowledge, infrastructure, and training. Also, in-depth interviews were conducted with five informants, with specific criteria on length of work and experience in processing library materials. The data collection stage found that most keywords were produced by the Bandung Regional Library (45%), and the top three keywords were identified in each area. In the aspect of knowledge, librarians in each area generally understand DDC, thesaurus, and EYD (55-80%) and science and technology symbols (45-55%). Most librarians who analyze keywords understand the ISJD, LCSH, and other Thesaurus fields. However, the five informants understood at a different stage and prioritized using the thesaurus. In infrastructure aspects, it was found that the internet network was very influential (60%), with sufficient facilities, which was also agreed by the informants. However, there are still obstacles in business processes and ISJD systems (30-41%). In the training aspect, respondents have received it (85%), but need refreshments (59%) and work guidance documents. So, it can be concluded that librarian competence still needs to be improved in journal processing in ISJD.

Competencies of a Bibliographer: Continuity of Development and Break Points

The competence of librarians-bibliographers is a topical subject of discussion in the professional community, as well as the framework of the activities of international and national library associations. The dynamically changing external environment is influencing the changing role and requirements of librarians-bibliographers: from traditional custodians of knowledge to new ones – collaborators, research partners, promoters and data stewards. Within the framework of the III International Bibliographic Congress in 2021, a foresight session “Bibliographer’s Competences: Continuity of Development and Break Points” was held, the purpose of which was to build a model of the competencies of a modern bibliographer. The foresight session was based on the system of methods - expert assessment, moderation and facilitation of discussions, brainstorming, as well as a survey of specialists on the strategically important competencies of a modern bibliographer. The assessment of the results of the survey was formed on the basis of the skills constructor. It was built as a result of the analysis of educational standards, curricula, literature on the modern development of bibliographic activity and the competence of librarians. The assessment of the results was carried out according to the standard Likert scale of importance. The degree of competencies importance was considered in 4 blocks: 1) general professional and professional competences; 2) skills in analytical and synthetic information processing, 3) other “hard” skills of a bibliographer; 4) “soft” skills. Each block of the survey was completed with open questions, allowing respondents the indication of any competencies they think should be included. It was determined that the importance of the competencies of a bibliographer for libraries of different types is different, in this regard, the article presents the summary rating of the competencies of a bibliographer, as well as a comparative analysis of the importance of the competencies of a bibliographer working in libraries of different types (university / scientific and public).

Building the model of academic library an digital competences

Abstract: Librarian competences in the era of digital communication era are determined by the environment and the problems that the librarians have to solve in the nearest future. The librarians have to identify their role and to learn new competences for the digital society based upon digital information when traditional library competences have faded. The author examines various approaches to the concepts of competence, competency and competence approach. The author reviews various ideas of nature, structure and ways of librarian digital competence development; specifies the concept digital competence development and emphasizes its impact on academic libraries.The nature of librarian digital competence implies professionally relevel personal quality manifesting itself in the ability of solving social and professional problems with information and communication technologies, upgrade your skills in digital technologies, and adapting professional knowledge to changing digital society. The model of librarian competences for digital environment was developed by Siberian Federal University Scientific Library; the model is discussed. It comprises soft and flexible skills. The model would enable to solve various problems in staff management, to move the library forward toward strategic goals and to meet user needs and demands.

A Strategi Pengembangan Kompetensi Pustakawan di Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Kabupaten Gunung Kidul

ABSTRACT
 Introduction. This study aims to determine the strategy of developing the competence of librarians at the Office of the Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Kabupaten Gunung Kidul.
 Data Collection Method. This research uses descriptive qualitative method. Methods of data collection using frank or covert observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The technique of determining the informants used purposive sampling. The data analysis technique in this study uses the theory of Miles and Hubermen, namely data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Test the validity of the data in this study using a credibility test which includes: extension of observation, triangulation, and member check. Transferability test, depenability test, and confirmability test.
 Result and Discussions. The research results are; (1) The librarian competency development strategy is divided into two, namely formal and informal development. Formal development is in the form of: training, technical guidance, workshops, seminars, professional organizations, competitions for outstanding librarians and fostered areas for librarians. Meanwhile, informal librarian competency development includes: being a resource person or speaker, coordinating fellow librarians, networking, and relationships. (2) supporting factors in the implementation of librarian competency development include: motivation within the librarian itself and full support from the service and the Head of the Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Kabupaten Gunung Kidul Service. While the inhibiting factors that need special attention are related to the budget for developing the competence of librarians and limiting quotas in an activity.
 Conclusions. The suggestion to be given for the strategy of developing the competence of librarians at the Office of the Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Kabupaten Gunung Kidul is to maximize the available budget for developing the competence of librarians by being more selective in choosing the development activities to be carried out. And for librarians who have the opportunity to take part in training activities, seminars, workshops, technical guidance and other competency development, they can share their knowledge and knowledge with other librarians.
 Keywords: Strategy, Development, Librarian Competence

Development and validation of core technology competencies for systems librarian

PurposeThis study aimed to develop and validate a list of core technology competencies for systems librarian in Pakistan.Design/methodology/approachSurvey method was used to conduct this investigation. A structured questionnaire, consisting of 52 competency statements categorized into six core technology areas, was developed based on an extensive literature review, experts’ scrutiny and pilot testing. The administration of the survey questionnaire was done though online environments such as related listservs and Facebook pages. The received 62 responses were imported into statistical package for social sciences and analyzed by computing means, standard deviations, Pearson correlation and t-test.FindingsThe results indicated six core technology areas where competencies of systems librarians needed to be developed, namely, basic computing, programming and Web publishing, computer networks, cloud computing, database management systems and information systems. The respondents validated 50 statements with an average mean score more than three. Only two statements received mean scores less than three. The results also indicated higher consistency of these statements as the value of Cronbach’s alpha was 0.973.Research limitations/implicationsThis research attempted to identify and validate core technology competencies needed for systems librarians in Pakistan. It neither attempted to determine the weightage each competency should have if it was to be included in curriculum nor it intended to identify a detailed content for each core technology competency. In Pakistan, System librarians develop their knowledge and skills with the specialized computer subject by studying on their own, attending training workshops and on job experience. It is therefore worth mentioning here that the knowledge of the needed competencies may be limited.Practical implicationsLibrary and information science schools need to consider these competencies in developing and designing information curriculum with regard to management of library systems. This set of competencies help academicians in designing need-based curricula and training programs for existing and prospect system librarians in Pakistan.Originality/valueThis study would be a worthwhile contribution to the literature on competencies of information professionals especially systems librarians as no such study appeared providing pragmatic, evidenced and field-based insights toward proposed research area.

Understanding an Importance of Interculturalism in the Learning Process

Authors of this article aimed to research an understanding importance of interculturalism within learning process and beliefs related to intercultural education together with the level of intercultural education implementation in the learning process. Research has been conducted on the pattern of 163 teachers and librarians who participated in the interactive workshop “Enhancing capacities of teachers/trainers for promotion of cultural diversity, intercultural dialogue and tolerance through media and information literacy”. This article represents concrete organized effort and an attempt for promoting importance related to development of an adequate intercultural competencies of teachers and librarians that are directly involved in the learning and educational process.

Kompetensi Pustakawan IAIN Kudus dan UIN Walisongo Semarang dalam penulisan karya ilmiah

This research takes the theme of the problems of librarians in producing written works. The purpose of this research is to describe the competence of librarians in writing in the present era, and to reveal the problems faced by librarians in producing written works, seen from the supporting factors as well as from the librarian barrier factors in writing. Qualitative research is kind of the research used in this research, with a phenomenological approach. Interviews, observation and documentation as a data collection method. This study took informants from librarian elements who were then referred to as research subjects from IAIN Kudus and UIN Walisongo Semarang as research locus. The results of this study are that the writing competence of PTKIN librarians has penetrated the world of publications both in print and virtual, both the carrying capacity of writing competencies depends on cultural and structural support capacity and librarian obstacles in writing are plagiarism concerns, lack of reading activity, difficulty determining topics, laziness, lack of mastered references, and low credit numbers.

Kompetensi Pustakawan di Era Industri 4.0 dalam Menghadapi Information Overload

<p>Introduction: The phenomenon of information overload experienced by the Indonesian people has caused many problems ranging from a decrease in the level of public awareness in understanding the validity and accuracy of information sources to changes in public information behavior. One of the problems in the flood of information is the increase of publications both scientific and popular which are the daily consumption of society which is very relevant to the librarian in the current situation and in the future. Methodology: This research was conducted qualitatively by collecting data from literatures that relevant to the research theme. The collected data was then identified to find patterns that match the research objectives, namely to find out the competence of librarians that is relevant for the industrial era 4.0. Discussion: The results show librarians need to have strategies in developing new ways to help people direct and focus their search for finding documents or information that are accurate and valid. Conclusion: It is known that the information overload phenomenon is one of the hallmarks of this industrial 4.0 era so that it requires the development of librarian competencies in maintaining their contribution and existence in the information society.</p>

Examining key strategies for building assistive technology (AT) competence of academic library personnel at university libraries in Midlands and Harare provinces in Zimbabwe

This study examines key strategies for building AT competence of academic librarians in three university libraries in the Midlands and Harare provinces in Zimbabwe. The three institutions are full members of the Zimbabwe University Libraries Consortium (ZULC). The study used a qualitative research approach. Using data from 30 participants collected through semi-structured interviews, the study established the need to scale up AT training of academic librarians in the participating institutions. The study provides insight into the extent to which participants were exposed to AT training, the major challenges to becoming better trained in AT, the appropriate solutions for eliminating the challenges, and ways of improving AT skills of academic librarians. The findings will alert consortium members in the Midlands and Harare provinces on the inadequacy of AT training of academic librarians. The study's recommendations will hopefully generate interest to apply appropriate strategies to improve AT competencies of academic librarians. This will promote effective AT implementation and usage in consortium members based in Midlands and Harare provinces.

Librarians Skills and Competencies for Scholarly Communication and Repository Management in Nigeria

The rapid change in scholarly communication and knowledge management has transformed the repository services and imposed new skills and competencies for repository management. This study is posed to assess the skills and competencies of librarians for repository management and scholarly communication in academic institutions in Nigeria. The study adopted a survey research design to assess the skills and competencies of the librarians using NASIG “Core Competencies for Scholarly Communication Librarians 2017”. The sample size of the study comprises 120 librarians across 40 institutions. The findings of the study indicate among others that; 74 % of the librarians have a general understanding of repository platforms, 54.17% background knowledge of open access movement, and 58% experience in advocacy for open access. At the same time, 83.3% of the librarians can capture, store, and preserve the research output. While 62.3% understand research impact, only 35.8% understand emerging alternatives measures of the impact. Although, 73.1 % understand Data description and storage, only 20.8% understand text and data mining. The study concluded that awareness, skills, and competencies of the librarians is increasing and recommends among others; setting up a framework for the employment of repository and scholarly communication librarians and training on repository management and scholarly communication.

Investigating Technology Integration Practices and Competencies of School Librarians

The 21st century school has demanded the increasing use of technology integration. This study investigates technology practices and competencies of school librarians. An online survey targeting current school librarians working in Kentucky, USA was conducted through the email listserv for Kentucky Library Media Specialists (KYLMS). The survey data were analyzed and interpreted on the basis of, and in relation to, a cross-mapping of the following two criteria via the seven technology areas by the National Center for Education Statistics: (1) 2010 ALA/AASL Standards for Initial Preparation of School Librarians, and (2) knowledge and skills specifications for school media librarians in the Praxis II Library Media Specialist test. The combined context can serve as a framework for comparative or evaluative analyses on the school librarians’ practices and competencies of technology integration. Implications of the results are discussed, including as a reference for school library program curriculum development and implementation.