Library Collections Research Articles

Safeguarding Filipiniana Materials: Recognizing and Prioritizing Risks in Transporting, Moving or Relocating Library, Archives, and Museum Collections

Objectives. Libraries, archives, and museums are vital for learning and culture. Disasters threaten both their buildings and collections. Safety is paramount during crises, but safeguarding collections is also essential. The study investigated why five Filipiniana institutions – Filipinas Heritage Library, Lopez Museum and Library, National Archives of the Philippines, National Library of the Philippines, and University of the Philippines Diliman – Main Library – moved their collections and managed risks. Methods. The researcher used qualitative and quantitative methods, assessing risks based on probability and impact. Results. The findings revealed motivations for moving collections, either extrinsic (like renovations) or intrinsic (pride). It highlighted the importance of recognizing and prioritizing risks, even low-level ones, to protect collections and the institutions' core motivations. Conclusion. Failure to mitigate risks may lead to losses and damage, impacting these institutions' core motivations.

Prominent Lviv physicist Wojciech Urbański and his books

The article examines the books of professor Wojciech Urbański of Lviv University from the funds of the Department of Library Collections and Historical Collections of the Institute of Bibliology of the Vernadsky National Library of Ukraine, Scientific Library of Lviv National University, Lviv Vasyl Stefanyk National Scientific Library of Ukraine. The results of the researches of A. Rovenchak, H. Ponedilka, O. Popel, M. Dabrovskyi, O. Petruk, G. Talantova, Ya. Prytula, in which materials about the scientific activity and library work of V. Urbańsky are represented, are indicated and analyzed. Information on the scientific biography of the scientist is given, in particular his printed works are noted. The library work of the scientist as the director of the library of Lviv University is singled out. Bibliological materials on the study and attribution of book signs on the books of V. Urbańsky are represented. The significance of V. Urbańsky's scientific work for the development of science in Poland and Galicia is noted. It is noted that the library work of the scientist contributed to the increase of the library funds of Lviv University, the improvement of the conditions of literature storage and reader service.

Application of the Rapid Application Development Model to a Web-Based Library Information System

This study aims to overcome several problems in library management at SMA Negeri 7 Tambun Selatan by designing and developing a web-based library information system using the Rapid Application Development (RAD) method. The background of the problem includes the use of information technology, which is still limited in the library, so the process of recording, borrowing, and returning books is still done manually and takes a long time. In addition, the lack of an effective book search system is also an obstacle to using library collections. This research identifies these problems and formulates aims and objectives to create the right solution. In order to achieve this goal, the research method used involved data collection techniques, such as direct observation in the library, interviews with librarians, and a literature study to obtain relevant information. The result of this research is a web-based library information system that includes managing data on borrowing and returning books, book data, book category data, fines data, and making library data reports. This system allows librarians to record borrowing and returning books more efficiently, as well as facilitate students and staff in finding the desired book quickly and accurately through the search feature provided.

The Distribution of Service Rights Using Civic Pluralism Approach: A Case of Penghayat Kepercayaan in Ponorogo Regency

This research examines the distribution of service rights for Penghayat Kepercayaan adherents in Ponorgo. This region is important because it was the venue for the 5th Indonesian Kebatinan Congress in June 1963. Through the approach of civic pluralism, especially related to the politics of redistribution, this research wants to analyze the problem of distribution of service rights for education, marriage, and death services for Penghayat Kepercayaan adherents in Ponorogo Regency, East Java. This is important because among the main elements of the idea of civic pluralism are state policies and social consensus at the community level to respond to differences and resolve frictions between communities that inevitably arise due to differences between them. This research is qualitative with library and field data collection techniques. The data collected is then analyzed using descriptive analysis method. The result of this research shows that the distribution of service rights of Penghayat Kepercayaan in Ponorogo has not been effective. There are internal and external factors related to this. Among these internal factors are: the individuals of the Penghayat Kepercayaan who are difficult to expose themselves; the fear of being alienated by their communities who adhere to other religions; and the lack of organizational awareness for the youth of Penghayat. These internal factors consequently impact external factors, whereby the Ponorogo Regency Government struggles to distribute service rights for Penghayat Kepercayaan in the fields of education, marriage, and death services.

Kolaborasi Perpustakaan Umum dan TBM dalam Penyediaan Akses Koleksi Perpustakaan Bagi Masyarakat Daerah Terpencil

Public libraries have a function to support the preservation of their respective regional cultural products and to facilitate the creation of a lifelong learning community. In practice, there are many obstacles faced by public libraries, one of which is access constraints. In addition to public libraries, the community is also obliged to support the availability of the library service facilities in their environment. In this research, Community Reading Garden/Taman Bacaan Masyarakat (TBM) represent the community as a supporting element in efforts to provide library access, especially for remote areas. The purpose of this research is to determine the efforts of the District Dispusip. X in providing access to library collections in remote areas, reveals the potential of TBM to support providing library access in remote areas, and the forms of collaboration expected by both parties. The research was carried out using a descriptive qualitative approach using interview data collection methods and case study observations at Dispusip District X and 5 TBMs in remote areas in District X, NTB Province. Based on the research, the results showed that TBM in X in providing library access in remote areas. The collaboration most expected by TBM is related to providing book collections.

E-Resource Management Model in Indonesian Libraries: A Case Study on BRIN Library

The National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia (BRIN) is aware of the changes in the information/reference-seeking behavior of BRIN researchers, where many refer to electronic journals as references for their scientific work. Therefore, BRIN has implemented a new policy in procuring its library collections, namely by no longer carrying out procurement in printed form but rather digital/electronic. This research aims to determine the readiness of the BRIN library in e-resource services so that it can be used as material for evaluation and improvement of the BRIN library. This research method uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data collection was carried out using semi-structured interviews, observation, and documentation. Data analysis uses the Strauss and Corbin analysis models, starting from open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. Triangulation of sources and techniques is used to maintain the validity of the data provided. The results of this research can be used as a reference and framework model that can be applied in libraries to manage their e-resources well. Future research can test whether this model can effectively manage e-resources.

Peculiarities of Europeana Metadata as a Set of Information for Describing Digital Cultural Heritage

The relevance of the research. European integration is the main and unchanging foreign policy priority of Ukraine. Further development and deepening of relations between Ukraine and the EU are the main direction of its development. A new stage in the development of EU-Ukraine treaty relations, which began with Ukraine’s accession to the EU candidate status in June 2022, requires further raising awareness of Ukraine’s European integration among all members of society. Libraries can contribute to the formation of objective motivations among the population by understanding the practical benefits of cooperation with the EU. One of the ways of such integration for Ukrainian libraries is to become part of the European library network.
 The purpose of research is to identify the features of Europeana metadata for further digitization of library collections in Ukraine in order to preserve cultural heritage.
 The methodology. To achieve this goal, theoretical and general scientific research methods, such as analysis, synthesis, induction, and deduction, were used. The data visualization method and the method of generalization were used to present the Europeana data models.
 The results. The article defines the types of the Europeana operational model, provides a general overview of the classes defined in the Europeana data model and the process of interaction between Europeana data and wikidata.
 The scientific topicality. The article summarizes previous, primarily foreign, research on the peculiarities of the development of the Europeana funds. The article presents the data models of the Europeana that function to fill the web portal.
 The practical significance. The results of the research are presented in the form of Europeana data models and the definition of Europeana metadata types (descriptive, structural, administrative, markup language).
 The conclusion. The current operating model of Europeana uses the Open Archives Initiative’s Metadata Collection Protocol (OAI-PMH) and the Europeana Data Model (EDM) to import data through Metis, Europeana’s data collection and aggregation service. However, OAI-PMH is an outdated technology that is not web-oriented, resulting in high maintenance costs, especially for smaller institutions. Metadata can be divided into several categories, or types, for different data management purposes. Traditional library cataloging focuses, for example, on the identification and description of resources, but there are obviously other types of metadata that carry valuable information (structural, administrative, markup language).

DIGITALISASI DI PERPUSTAKAAN PERGURUAN TINGGI MELALUI DATABASE GOOGLE SCHOLAR: NARRATIVE LITERATURE REVIEW

Library collection is defined as one of the important components in library development. This research uses a narrative literature review method from references related to the topic of book digitization in college libraries. Collection digitization is needed to preserve the contents of the library's print collection which can be damaged. The existence of a digital library that has advantages in access speed because it is oriented in digital data and computer network media, it also requires digitization of print collections.

KONTRIBUSI SISTEM INFORMASI MANAJEMEN DALAM MENINGKATKAN MUTU PENDIDIKAN

The management information system is a set of information systems that provide output using an input as well as various processes needed to achieve the objectives contained in an educational management process. With the existence of a management information system, the preparation of information can be easily arranged properly so that it is in accordance with the wishes of the customer. In addition, the contribution of management information systems can assist in presenting precise and accurate data as well as fast and flexible. For this reason, it can be understood that the information management system has a very large contribution to improving the quality of education. This study aims to analyze and determine the contribution of management information systems in improving the quality of education. This study uses the method of library analysis by utilizing library resources to obtain theories and limiting activities only to library collection materials and other factual references.

Continuing Professional Development for Lis Professionals in University Libraries of Punjab

A study was conducted to assess the competencies, needs, and trends in continuing professional development for Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals in university libraries in Punjab, Pakistan. The study covered both public and private sector universities and included sub-campuses. Data was gathered through convenience sampling using questionnaires distributed through various methods. The findings revealed that LIS professionals were well-versed in certain aspects of their field, such as library advocacy, ethics, and collection management. However, they exhibited a moderate level of familiarity with other areas, including the lifecycle of information, cataloging standards, and organizational principles. The study identified areas where LIS professionals required further training, including communication skills, knowledge of library history, problem-solving techniques, awareness of social and cultural policies, legal frameworks, and various aspects of information lifecycle management. Additionally, the study identified several barriers to continuing professional development, such as a lack of interest, limited resources, a shortage of experts, inadequate infrastructure, time constraints, unsupportive work environments, and a scarcity of training opportunities in the country. In summary, the study highlighted the need for targeted professional development opportunities for LIS professionals in Punjab, Pakistan, while recognizing the challenges they face in accessing such opportunities.

Working with Library and Archive Funds, Search and Collection of Scientific Information

The purpose of the article is research and analysis of the effectiveness of interaction with library and archival funds in the context of modern information and communication technologies. Not only the general aspects of using library resources, but also the methods of searching for scientific information are analysed. It is also expected to provide specific and detailed recommendations aimed at improving the quality and efficiency of interactions with scientific foundations. Current opportunities for using library resources are considered, considering modern requirements for information technologies and communication standards. The article sets itself the task of revealing not only general principles but also important details of working with these funds, in particular emphasising optimal strategies for searching for scientific information. The research methodology is based on the analysis of the spectrum of scientific literature, covering theoretical and practical foundations in the field of using library and archival resources. The methods used for finding scientific information are not limited to traditional sources, including various databases and catalogues, as well as innovative information and communication technologies. The scientific novelty of the article lies in the improvement of strategies and approaches to the use of library and archival funds, where the main emphasis is placed on the use of advanced information and communication technologies. The article reveals the potential of these technologies for effective search and use of scientific information, emphasising the importance of introducing innovations into the field of research. Conclusion. The results of the study indicate the need for constant adaptation of methods of working with library and archival funds to the requirements and capabilities of information technologies. The use of various databases and other information resources is key to improving the availability of scientific information and ensuring the efficient work of researchers and students. This approach contributes to the development of the scientific community, and its implementation helps to highlight the importance of innovation in ensuring successful work in the fields of scientific research and higher education. Keywords: library collections, archival collections, scientific information, information and communication technologies, research methods, recommendations.

Pamiętniki i listy polskich autorów z Ziem Zabranych (Litwa, Białoruś, Ukraina) w XIX stuleciu. Uwagi na marginesie zakończonych dwu projektów Narodowego Programu Rozwoju Humanistyki – perspektywy badań źródłowych

The article presents the characteristics and summary of the results of research conducted in the years 2013–2019 by an international team of historians at Jan Kochanowski University of Kielce, as part of two scientific projects under the program of the National Program for the Development of Humanities. Their goal was to catalog and compile the handwritten diaries and letters of Polish authors from the Western Krai in the 19th century, and to conduct research on the image of Polish exiles in Western Siberia in the second half of the 18th and in the 19th century in the eyes of Russians and the Siberian population. Source queries conducted in numerous domestic and foreign archival and library collections (Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Lithuania, France, England) allowed to catalog over 5,000 handwritten and printed diaries and letters of Polish authors from the Western Krai and connected to this area. These studies drew attention to the scale of the problem in terms of the availability of source documentation on the above topics and the possibility of obtaining it, and indicated the need to continue this research, paying particular attention to the source and editorial aspects.

Implementasi Pemenuhan Hak-Hak Narapidana Pada Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Di Tinjau Dalam Prespektif Hak Asasi Manusia

The aim of this research is to find out how prisoners' rights are implemented in accordance with human rights principles in Merauke class II B prisons. This research is a type of empirical juridical research, using library and field data collection techniques and analyzing data qualitatively-descriptively. The results of the research show that the implementation of the rights of prisoners in the Merauke Class II B prison is carried out based on the provisions of Law Number 12 of 1995 concerning corrections which, when viewed from a human rights perspective, have generally been fulfilled, such as: 1) The right to carry out worship according to religion. or his Trust; 2) The right to receive care, both spiritual and physical; 3) The right to receive education and teaching; 4) The right toobtain reading materials and participate in other mass media broadcasts that are not prohibited; 5) The right to submit complaints; 6) The right to receive wages or premiums for work performed; 7) The right to receive adequate health and food services; 8) The Right to Receive Visits from Family, Legal Counsel, or Certain Other Persons; 9) The right to receive a reduction in criminal period (remission); 10) The right to get the opportunity to assimilate including leave to visit family; and 11) The Right to Obtain Parole.

Assessment of Preparedness of Academic Libraries towards the Use and Adoption of Robotic Technologies in Public Universities in Bayelsa State

This study investigated assessment of preparedness of academic libraries towards the use and adoption of Robotic technologies in public university libraries in Bayelsa State. 3 research questions and 3 hypotheses guided the study. The population consists of 35 information professionals in the four university libraries in Bayelsa State. A sample size of 35 information professionals representing 100% of the population served as respondents. Census sampling technique was used for the study. A 15-item questionnaire was used for data collection. Cronbach alpha statistics was used to obtain 0.75 reliability. The mean scores and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions while the z-test statistics was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The result amongst others revealed that, there are yet no provisions of uninterrupted power supply, no search record machines for easy access to library collections and no advanced digital technological infrastructure. Meanwhile, there are challenges like insufficient knowledge and awareness of robotic technologies and application by information professionals, inability of library administrators to bravely implement robotic technologies, lack of human resources with requisite skills to provide effective robotic library services. It was recommended that, Information professionals need to be trained and exposed to various trainings that will promote the adoption and use of the robotic technologies.

Two Collections

The period often considered the golden age of American type design (ca. 1900–ca 1940) saw the creation of a number of library collections specialized for the study of printing history. The most important of these were the John M. Wing Foundation at The Newberry Library of Chicago (founded in 1919) and the Department of Printing and Graphic Arts at Harvard’s Houghton Library (established in 1938). Both took inspiration from contemporary advances in bibliography and textual studies and both set out to exemplify printing history with specimens of type on the page for scholarly comparison; but they had differing emphases from the start, determined by the personalities and programs of their founders. The will of journalist John M. Wing (1845–1917) specified a collection that would allow study of “every significant development of the arts of printing and book production.” The first curator, Pierce Butler (1886–1953) began with incunabula and collected typeface by typeface through the centuries. Harvard’s Philip Hofer (1898–1984) was influenced by Butler’s classification scheme, but as an art historian, he began with aesthetic categories and emphasized design issues like illustration. As the two collections developed there were additional divergences, but also parallel interests, and both collaborations and rivalry. All the curators involved (Hofer in Cambridge and three successive librarians in Chicago) responded to ongoing developments in textual studies and in some cases anticipated them, both in their collection building and in their publications on printing history.

Digital Preservation and Conservation of Library Collections in the Digital Age: Issues and Challenges

The concept of digital preservation is explored in this article, delving into the challenges and best practices involved in safeguarding and conserving digital materials within library settings. It explores the importance of preserving digital collections in order to ensure their availability for future generations and the various technologies and tools used to preserve and conserve digital materials. It also highlights the role of libraries in preserving digital cultural heritage and the importance of collaboration and partnerships in digital preservation and conservation. The article concludes by emphasizing the constant evolution of the field and the need for libraries to stay adaptable to new technologies and challenges. Overall, the article is useful for librarians, library professionals, and researchers to understand the challenges and best practices of digital preservation and conservation in libraries.

User Satisfaction with Library Information Sources at the University of Limpopo, Turfloop Graduate School of Leadership.

Academic libraries function as the hearts of academic institutions. In fact, due to their role, some institutions call them Information Centers. The central purpose of academic libraries is to cater to the information needs of their patrons, most of whom are students at that institution. Patrons’ information needs must always be met to keep coming to the library. Furthermore, patrons must always be assured that their library is a centre of relevant information. If patrons are satisfied with the service, they are more likely to return for that library service. This study investigated the users’ satisfaction with the services offered to the University of Limpopo Turfloop Graduate School of Leadership (UL TGSL) students. The study adopted the quantitative research approach. Sixty-eight (68) TGSL students participated in this study. Collected data were analysed through descriptive statistics. The findings of this study revealed that TGSL students are dissatisfied with the library collection housed at the University of Limpopo academic library. The study also revealed that the information resources are unreliable and useless to the students' information needs. Based on the study's findings, it is recommended that the University of Limpopo, as the mother campus, should build a functional library equipped with experienced personnel and relevant information resources that will help TGSL students. The availability of such a library will help those staying or working around the campus access a reliable information hub, which will also boost the academic performance of the TGSL campus.

Preventive preservation efforts in museum libraries

Background of the study: The Asian-African Conference Museum Library collection in this library is a historical witness for present and future generations regarding the Asian-African Conference, which required preventive and curative preservation measures so that the collection could continue to be accessed. Purpose: This research aims to explain how the preventive preservation activities of library collections in the Asia-Africa conference museum library and can be used as a reference for other libraries in their collection preservation activities. Method: This qualitative research uses a descriptive method. The sample were conducted by purposive sampling method. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, interviews, and literature review. In this research, source triangulation was used in testing the validity of the research data. Findings: The Asian-African Conference Museum Library has implemented several measures to preserve library collections. There are preventive preservation efforts such as routine room cleaning, dust cleaning using a vacuum cleaner, fumigation measures, appeals for users to take off their footwear before entering the library, to assisting users who will access the collection room. Conclusion: The Asian-African Conference Museum Library has made various efforts to preserve library collections so that they remain durable and can always be accessed by users

Decoding the Images of the Polish Countryside, by Louise Arner Boyd (1887-1972)

This article looks at the photographic legacy of Louise Arner Boyd’s (1887-1972) expedition through the Second Polish Republic in the context of her discovery of the otherness and social diversity of the country she visited in 1934. The authors were particularly captivated by the portrayal of the Ruthenians/Ukrainians of what is now Western Ukraine, as depicted in the Boyd photography. The authors focus lies on the unprocessed photographic content from the library collections of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the book she published a few years after her journey with the cooperation of the American Geographical Society in New York. The authors told the story of Louise A. Boyd’s trip to Poland primarily to introduce the reader to the context of the creation of the photographic collection, in which authors try to discover content and meanings that have not been sought before. Their analysis of the making-off process and reception into academia for Boyd’s book entitled Polish Countryside is also crucial to understanding that it is only a part of the collection. It is a specific vision and a compromise between the photographer’s and the publisher’s expectations. The Boyd photographic collection focused on rural landscapes and the architecture of villages and farms, capturing various farming methods, road and water transport scenes, village types and traditional clothing. With meticulous descriptions and detailed lists of the photographed locations and subjects, the collection serves as valuable documentation of building styles and techniques, traditional costumes, transportation, markets and agricultural and fishing practices. Thanks to Boyd’s skilled photographer’s eye, she was able to capture visually attractive photographs that also serve as scientifically intriguing documents of a bygone era. The significance of these photos extends beyond the confines of ethnography, as we have endeavoured to emphasise in this article. Through reinterpreting Ruthenians/ Ukrainians portraits in Boyd photographs after almost a century, we aim to grasp the preserved and concealed contexts, thereby reconstructing, if not the complete image, at least its distinct components. However, the images of contemporary Western Ukraine and its inhabitants by Louise Arner Boyd that the authors analysed are currently in the photography collection mentioned above from the UWM as part of the digitalised archive of the American Geographical Society. The authors had attempted to look at them both as an example of ethnographic photography typical of the interwar period and a unique image of a world that no longer exists. In the authors’ opinion, Louise A. Boyd’s photograms, placed as raw ethnographic material in the mentioned repository of the UWM library, today have the value that she wanted to give them from the beginning when she was considering the publication of Polish Countrysides, and they are a reminder of a world whose traces have almost disappeared today.

Strategies for Promoting Open Access Resources in Academic Institutions

Abstract Because Open Access is such an essential component in the method of fostering the development of scientific research and progress, a great number of academics are fixated on this issue. When it comes to the process of building a complete library collection for academic institutions, the incorporation of Open Access materials presents the opportunity for the process to be sped up, which is a positive development. This study seeks to identify how professionals and users perceive Open Access resources (OARs), identify any obstacles that professionals may have while incorporating OARs into their libraries, and provide a set of tactics to eliminate these obstacles. A study of six Bangladeshi academic institutions with 454 participants was conducted, with the current study quite promising for any library intending to implement or advocate for OARs in their systems.