Purpose -This article aims to explore recent trends of how web 2.0 applications were used in 75 academic libraries in Asia through their library websites.Design/methodology/approach -The Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2016 was considered for this study and out of 200 top universities ranked, 75 universities were selected for data collection. Using a multi-method approach, this study evaluated key design elements, library service platforms and website content of each academic library website, examining their site features, web 2.0 types and applications. The criteria for selecting the websites were first the website was in English and second had web 2.0 applications integrated in the main website. For ranking of websites, a Library Web Service Index was developed, benchmarking from these groups-Resource discovery tools, Web 2.0 applications, E-resources, Mobile applications, Library guides, Digital reference services and Digital inclusion-as indicators.Findings -We found that over two-thirds of Asian university libraries have deployed one or more web 2.0 applications, though their popularity and implementation vary greatly. Most widely used Web 2.0 applications are Facebook (61.3 percent), RSS (53.3 percent), Twitter (46.7 percent) and YouTube (37.3 percent). Instant Messaging (5.3 percent) and podcasting (4 percent) were least applied. With an average of 44 percent, the diffusion rate of web information is moderately high among the majority of the Asian university libraries.Originality/value -Many studies explored web 2.0 applications from developed countries. However, this study attempts evaluating the use of web 2.0 applications through content, sites and features of academic libraries in Asia, from developing countries viewpoint. Ranking of university librariesOut of 75 universities, 43 universities got more than 40 scores and above, having rich content, intuitively enhanced and adopted web 2.0 applications to facilitate library users and 32 universities have less than 40 scores. In our rankings, we found that United Arab Emirates University scores the highest rank of 77 followed by Middle East Technical University (71.5). Universities that scored more than 60 scores are Sabanci
2018 AbstractPurpose -The aim of this paper is to present an integrated literature review exploring the nature of responsive, semantic and interactive Web 3.0 technologies applicable for academic libraries.Design/methodology/approach -We conducted an integrated review of the literature combining a strategy of automated and keywords search. The main source for identifying the studies are Emerald Library Studies and Information & Knowledge Management eJournals, Web of Knowledge, and Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts (EBSCO) databases. To this end, a sample of (n= 140) studies were analyzed to characterize the Web 3.0 trends and its applications based on theme, years and document types.Findings -A review of literature reveals that Web 3. needs evaluation as to what extent they are integrated, deployed and mainstreamed into library services and in information management practices. It is important to develop a conceptual framework that explores the linkages of Web 3.0 technologies and their applications in academic libraries.Originality/value -This review shows how Web 3.0 technologies enhance library services in its holistic conceptualization and how academic libraries are moving into a more robust, inclusive and adaptable phase in their service values and innovation.
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