A social media strategy for academic libraries

Mensah, Monica; Onyancha, Omwoyo Bosire

doi:10.1016/j.acalib.2021.102462

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“…In recent studies (Frederick, 2019: Mensah, & Onyancha, 2021 academic libraries have been established to play a vital role in supporting higher education in Ghana. According to Onyancha, (2021), they serve as an essential resource that provides students, faculty, and researchers with access to a wide range of information and services necessary for teaching, learning, and research activities.…”

Section: Academic Libraries and Higher Education In Ghanamentioning

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Evaluation of Academic Library Services and Programs in Ghana: Insight From the Sd Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Konlan Banleman,

Bawa Kojo Dukper,

Banleman

2024

Int. j. appl. res. soc. sci.

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This study evaluated the academic library services and programs at the University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS) in Ghana using an exploratory case study design and qualitative research methods. The findings indicated overall satisfaction among participants with the library services and programs at UBIDS, with students valuing the diverse range of resources and faculty members recognizing the library's role in supporting their teaching and research activities. The study emphasized the importance of information literacy skills, technology integration, collaborative partnerships, and user support services. Recommendations were made to strengthen information literacy initiatives, invest in technological infrastructure, foster collaborations, expand outreach efforts, enhance collection development strategies, improve user support services, and conduct regular evaluations. The study provides valuable insights to enhance academic library services and support academic excellence at UBIDS and similar institutions. Keywords: Evaluation, Academic Library, Services, Programs, Ghana, Insight.

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Section: Academic Libraries and Higher Education In Ghanamentioning

confidence: 99%

Evaluation of Academic Library Services and Programs in Ghana: Insight From the Sd Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Konlan Banleman,

Bawa Kojo Dukper,

Banleman

2024

Int. j. appl. res. soc. sci.

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“…Consistent with the findings of this study, Charest et al (2016) explore the strategic planning of social media managers' activities and, overall, find an improvement in terms of specific objectives, as well as the integration of influencers within the strategic planning process. Another line of studies highlights the importance of strategic planning in the adoption of social media within libraries (Steiner, 2012;Maisiri, 2015;Mensah et al, 2021) Thus, the research question is the following: What is the state of the art in the strategic planning and control in relation to the social media's advent?…”

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“…In particular, social media stands as a powerful tool facilitating the prompt collection of data; it has become a pervasive resource in the business environment, especially in different sectors. Consider the hospitality industry, as argued by , or the library industry (Steiner, 2012;Maisiri et al, 2015;Mensah et al, 2021). Social media are no longer exclusively associated with the role of marketing.…”

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Exploring Social Media's Role in Planning and Control Strategies

Luisa Cotana,

Rita Filocamo,

Michela Galeotti

2023

IJBM

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The aim of this article is to shed light on the topic of strategic planning and control, with a specific focus on investigating its connection to the proliferation and utilization of social media. The analysis was conducted through a systematic and structured literature review. A co-occurrence and bibliographic coupling analysis using VOSviewer software was carried out. The research findings encompass a comprehensive analysis of paper frequency across different parameters, including publication year, country of origin, and source of publication. Moreover, the study involves identifying the five most frequently cited papers in the field of strategic planning in relation to the influence of social media. Social media represent a significant innovation from which companies can benefit in various ways. The originality of the study is derived from its comprehensive investigation and systematic review of studies within the field of social media and their interaction with strategic planning and control, which have not been consolidated until now. Practical implications of the research suggest a guideline for companies to discover the potentials of social media in terms of strategic planning and control. Theoretical implications are integrated into the perspectives proposed through the systematic literature review, providing guidance for future research.

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“…In academic libraries, the people who utilize the resources to find information are referred to as "users" in a variety of ways. Academic libraries cater to a wide range of patrons (Mensah and Onyancha, 2021). Many students go to the library on a regular basis in order to get relevant books and other educational materials.…”

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Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Academic Library Management

Mohammad Alenezi

2022

IJAEMR

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The Coronavirus pandemic led to the death of various individuals. This has also led to the closure of businesses and establishments. New normal was applied and people had no choice but to adjust. Due to the massive adverse impacts of COVID on people, libraries also made some adjustments. The way services were managed was completely transformed. This article presents the changes and adjustments in the academic library's management.

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A social media strategy for academic libraries

Cited by 8 publications

References 24 publications

Evaluation of Academic Library Services and Programs in Ghana: Insight From the Sd Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Evaluation of Academic Library Services and Programs in Ghana: Insight From the Sd Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Exploring Social Media's Role in Planning and Control Strategies

Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Academic Library Management

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Evaluation of Academic Library Services and Programs in Ghana: Insight From the Sd Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Evaluation of Academic Library Services and Programs in Ghana: Insight From the Sd Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies

Exploring Social Media&#39;s Role in Planning and Control Strategies

Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Academic Library Management

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