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Envisioning the Academic Library: A Reflection on Roles, Relevancy and Relationships

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: The focus of this article is to reflect on current and near future issues and trends concerning academic libraries. This includes an overview of the literature on embedded librarianship and a focus on the need for more participatory and collaborative approaches to library services.The core argument is that academic libraries need to continue to adapt their roles and develop stronger relationships across the university in order to maintain and promote their relevancy to all stakeholders. Embedded roles in research and teaching, and an embedded existence through collaboration and outreach will strengthen the academic library's presence within its parent institution.

Source: New Review of Academic Librarianship

DOI: 10.1080/13614533.2014.911194

Authors: Geraldine Delaney, Jessica Bates

Institutions: University of Ulster, Haringey Council, Ulster University, Derry-Londonderry Campus

Language: English

Topic: Library Science and Information Literacy

Subfield: Library and Information Sciences

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

Funders: University College Dublin, Ulster University