Collaboration and the academic library : internal and external, local and regional, national and international /

"Collaboration and the Academic Library: Internal and External, Local and Regional, National and International explores the considerable change that has affected universities and academic libraries in recent years. Given this complex and important context, it is clear that the academic library...

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Corporate Authors: Elsevier Science & Technology.
Group Author: Atkinson, P. J.
Published: Chandos Publishing, an imprint of Elsevier,
Publisher Address: Kidlington, United Kingdom :
Publication Dates: [2018]
Literature type: eBook
Language: English
Series: Information professional series
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Online Access: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780081020845
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780081020845
Summary: "Collaboration and the Academic Library: Internal and External, Local and Regional, National and International explores the considerable change that has affected universities and academic libraries in recent years. Given this complex and important context, it is clear that the academic library increasingly needs to operate in partnership with its users and other professionals and organizations to be successful in meeting the needs of its clientele. Academic librarians need to work closely with client groups so that services are relevant, and close partnerships with other professionals need to be forged to provide seamless services for users. The book looks at all aspects of collaboration affecting academic libraries, both internally and externally, to help the reader understand future directions for collaborative activities in a complex and difficult working environment. Considers collaboration issues affecting academic libraries. Covers both internal and external collaboration. Provides readers with direction for collaborative activities. Shows how academic librarians can work with client groups to keep services relevant"--
Carrier Form: 1 online resource (xvii, 252 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN: 9780081022887
0081022883
Index Number: Z675
CLC: G258.6
Contents: Intro; Title page; Table of Contents; Copyright; Dedication; Contributors; About the Editor; Acknowledgements; Section I: Introduction; Chapter 1: Introduction; Abstract; Section II: Collaboration, Universities and Their Libraries; Chapter 2: Collaboration and Academic Libraries: An Overview and Literature Review; Abstract; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Collaboration, Universities, and Their Libraries; 2.3 Academic Libraries and Internal Collaboration; 2.4 Academic Libraries and External Collaboration.
Chapter 3: Taming the Hydra: The Need for Effective Consultation and Collaboration in Academic LibrariesAbstract; Chapter 4: Institutional Transformation Through Collaboration; Abstract; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 The Digital Campus Transformation Programme; 4.3 Canvas; 4.4 Culture Change; 4.5 Conclusion; Section III: Academic Libraries and Internal Collaboration; Chapter 5: The Tyranny of Distance: Communities of Practice at the University of Notre Dame Australia; Abstract; 5.1 Description; 5.2 Analysis; 5.3 Synthesis.
Chapter 6: Collaboration in a Converged Service: A Case Study from Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityAbstract; 6.1 Context; 6.2 Background; 6.3 Library Services; 6.4 Benefits and Challenges; 6.5 Communication; 6.6 L & IS Staff Experience Programme; 6.7 Conclusion; Chapter 7: Superconvergence at Sheffield Hallam University; Abstract; 7.1 Library and Student Support Services: Overview; 7.2 Reflection; Chapter 8: Effective Embedding: Working With Academic Departments and Online Courses; Abstract; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Embedding in an Academic Department; 8.3 Embedding in an Online Course.
8.4 Conclusion: Is Embedding Worthwhile?Chapter 9: Building an Online Copyright Module: A Case Study in Collaborative Learning; Abstract; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 Methodology; 9.3 Findings and Analysis; 9.4 Discussion and Recommendations; 9.5 Conclusion; Chapter 10: A Digital Capabilities Framework for the University of Adelaide: An Exercise in Co-Creation; Abstract; 10.1 Introduction; 10.2 Local Strategic Context; 10.3 Beginnings; 10.4 Developing the Framework; 10.5 Reflections; 10.6 The Collaborative Process: What Worked Well and Not So Well?; 10.7 Conclusion; 10.8 The Future.
Chapter 11: Supporting Digital Scholarship and the Digital Humanities: A Collaboration on Concept, Space, and Services Between the Library and the Faculty of Arts at the University of MelbourneAbstract; 11.1 Introduction; 11.2 Planning, Scoping, and Development of the Digital Studio Collaboration; 11.3 Collaboration Specifics: Functional Design Considerations; 11.4 Collaboration Specifics: Service Provision and Delivery Model; 11.5 Opportunities and Benefits From the Digital Studio Collaboration; 11.6 Challenges and Lessons Learnt From the Digital Studio Collaboration; 11.7 Conclusion.