http://hdl.handle.net/1889/15 Facoltà di Lettere e Filosofia - Master internazionale a distanza in biblioteconomia e scienze dell'informazione 2013-05-24T07:12:46Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1193 Title: Librarianship Cooperation in the Field of Rare and Ancient Book, New Opportunities for the Padua University Libraries System Authors: Buson, Luisa Abstract: Cooperation has a long tradition in the working attitude of librarians. During the past 100 years words as collaboration, co-operation, resource- sharing have crossed and influenced all the main activities in the libraries. One of the oldest traditions in library cooperation has been the sharing of bibliographic information. Technology became the dominant factor in the design of cooperative systems for the acquisition, control and mobility of materials (OCLC, RLG). In the last years the main incentives to cooperate seem to be the rising material costs, and the proliferation of materials to purchase. A recent re-organization of the Padua University Libraries System (PULS) in 11 “Poli” offered the opportunity to establish an “Ancient and Special Collection Polo” with a coordinator (the researcher) and a small team of librarians managing the ancient and rare collections scattered in 50 libraries. Furthemore during the last 10 years formal relationships have been established with all others libraries of the city, almost all very rich in rare and ancient books. Nowadays they all share the same OPAC and some facilities in the ILL domain. In this context and in field of rare books and special collections, next step will be a mid-term planning of new activities, where cooperation should be one of the cornerstone. The rationale for selecting this particular problem is the researcher’s main working activity as coordinator of the Ancient and special Collection Polo in Padua University Libraries System and her commitment in planning future activities and the development of this particular Polo. To this end the project will provide information to allow the top management to develop a strategical, specific mid-term plan in the general context of the PULS. 2003-12-31T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1192 Title: Perceptions of Information Literacy in Italian University: A Case Study Authors: Marzocchi, Stefania Abstract: The proposed research will be multi-perspectival analysis of the existing perceptions towards information literacy (IL) in Italian university: a case study based on a small number of cases, focused at the University of Bologna, Faculty of Political Sciences and International Relations, Course of Middle East Studies. In particular, the research will provide an insight of the relationship that information literacy can create into the university environment: the triangle formed by librarians, students and teachers. Each group of people at a corner of this triangle has its own expectations, visions and perceptions about what information literacy skills are or should be. Do these expectations, visions and perceptions coincide? 2005-12-31T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1179 Title: Children, Libraries and Multimedia Resources in Italy: A Fact or a Possible Future? Authors: Favalli, Lara Abstract: The literature which was found mainly concerned CD-Roms, website and Internet services to young users (usually, in the age range of 8-14): a gap in the literature was observed with regard to the role and opinions of library staff on presence and use of electronic resources in children’s libraries. Two research fields could be identified: 1.to analyse and to evaluate how the professional literature deals with electronic services and resources to children;2.to explore the resources offered by children’s libraries and the extent of the service and level of its funding support. An aspect you don’t have to forget is ergonomics: if we, as librarians, know the importance of encouraging children to use computers (Guidelines for children’s services), it’s important to remember that most workstations are built with adults in mind and that, for a child to use the computer in a comfortable way, adjustments need to be made. In addition, it would be interesting to make a survey of Italian web sites for children: to identify who their developers are and how and how many times libraries are quoted. 2001-12-31T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1178 Title: Consumer complaint behavior (CCB) Authors: Butelli, Sergio Abstract: During a period of around forty years, the research on CCB has developed several models in order to explain the basic mechanisms of the complaint behavior and to identify the numerous and heterogeneous variables involved. Despite some differences, due mainly to the extreme complexity of the subject, the proposed models offer some common features. Gradually, the research on CCB has focused on testing these models in particular geographical and cultural area, considering a singular aspect of the market structure or in relation to specific services and products, libraries included. However, the general framework of CCB seems to be generally accepted. This does not mean that the research on CCB is static and without evolution. 2007-09-05T22:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1177 Title: Librarians' Image and Identity Authors: Ponzoni, Patrizia Abstract: To achieve a good image, librarians must develop a strong sense of identity. The purpose of the present research is to analyze the situation of a small library, the Poletti library, discovering how professionals see themselves, starting from the idea that visibility and dignity should be values of our daily life. 2005-12-31T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1176 Title: Digital Libraries and Consortia: New Horizons for Scientific Research and Lifelong (e)Learning Authors: Rogani, Joseph Frank Abstract: Many libraries are turning digital, or are improving electronic services among the more traditional ones. Sometime they start as brand new digital libraries, with no paper-based documents. This is the case of many new enterprises, which offer digital documents and global access to information. Actually, they are “libraries” as a matter of fact, especially when they provide access to e-journals, digitised books and other scientific publications. What seems important in this evolving scenario, is that libraries of every kind are experiencing the benefits of “being together”. Library Consortia appear as a possible challenge for everyone who aims at having global and precise access to a vast amount of information. What is more, this information is not only useful for those who carry out scientific research but also for all those who work in different fields of knowledge. 2001-12-31T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1175 Title: Information Literacy Skills: Student Opinions and Perceptions at the University of Lugano Authors: Piccinini, Sabrina Abstract: This research work intends to explore students’ understanding of the role and importance of information literacy skills (ILS), particularly in relation to students’ academic learning. It also explores the role of the library in fostering ILS. It finally seeks to know students’ feelings about a course on ILS. The location of this investigation is the University of Lugano. This study concerns itself primarily with undergraduate and postgraduate students, but it also seeks the opinion of academic researchers and librarians. The purpose for carrying out a study on student perceptions of ILS is twofold: firstly, it is extremely important to have students’ views on the subject, especially if a course on ILS is to be implemented1; secondly, such a preliminary study is an important vehicle for suggestions for future studies into related fields, such as students’ information needs, the criteria to set up an ILS course, and the collaboration between library and departments. Finally, this study hopes to contribute to existing literature on students’ perceptions of information literacy by comparing and discussing the outcomes. 2004-10-30T22:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1174 Title: Leadership and Empowerment: Assets or Liabilities? The University of Trieste Library System: An Exploratory Case Study Authors: Arabito, Stefania Abstract: Leadership and empowerment can be either strategic assets or heavy liabilities for a University Library System that strives to grow and compete in a changing environment. It depends on the meanings people give to these concepts and on the interactions between them. It seems interesting to explore leadership and empowerment in a real-life context where local subcultures persist. 2003-12-31T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1173 Title: Knowledge Management in the Human Resource Development (HRD) Office of an Italian Bank: A Case Study Authors: Cassai, Paolo Abstract: One objective of this paper is to contribute to the development of both the KM and HRM literatures through building a bridge between the subjects. KM has important implications for the management of HR, particularly in terms of the development of knowledge-sharing (Scarbrough, 2003). The focus of this paper will be on the growing importance of networks, and the critical need to integrate knowledge and action, as well as on the consequent interactivity that these changes demand with a range of groups inside and outside the organisation. Garavan et al. (2000) see that the daily task of human resource development in building of a learning organisation as: assisting employees in creating and using knowledge, establishing appropriate networks, and engaging in double-loop learning. The second objective of the paper is to identify how HRD practitioners view HRD, what factors they consider critical for HRD practice, and other issues related to training. Knowledge sharing at the workplace, in my experience, is a socially constructed exchange process where people integrate and share their personal, social, academic and professional experiences with their work colleagues.Through this interaction, the construction of knowledge and its meaning within work practices will appear to evolve as a function of doing work. 2005-11-30T23:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1889/1172 Title: Use and Perceptions of the Internet Among Academic Librarians in Italy: A Survey at the University of Padova Authors: Melchionda, Maria Grazia Abstract: The main purpose of this project is to study the perceptions, attitudes, and habits of academic librarians in Italy in relation to the spread of the Internet and the World Wide Web within their working life. In particular, the aim is to find out how the Internet has entered every side of the librarian profession, and which are the possible consequences on the workloads. The attention will be also put on librarians' keenness of networked technologies. 2004-02-29T23:00:00Z