Future challenges and emerging role of academic libraries in Pakistan: A phenomenology approach

Ashiq, Murtaza; Rehman, Shafiq Ur; Mujtaba, Ghulam

doi:10.1177/0266666919897410

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“…Different studies have been conducted to elaborate the competencies level of information professionals and librarians, identifying multiple aspects where training is needed (Ameen, 2009; Ashiq et al , 2020; Batool and Ameen, 2010; Mahmood, 2002, 2003; Ullah and Anwar, 2013; Ullah, Ameen and Bakhtar, 2011). Mahmood (2002) explored the competencies for the novice professionals with the view of future needs.…”

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“…Another key reason for insufficient opportunities is the non-cohesive approach between professional associations and LIS schools. Under such a prevailing situation, there is an immediate need to constitute national level committee consisting of key stakeholders including associations, LIS schools, relevant ministries, higher education commission and others (Ashiq et al , 2020).…”

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The facts of continuing professional development for LIS professionals in Pakistan: a literature review

Saleem¹,

Ashiq

2020

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Purpose Continuous professional development is an essential in-service and on-going learning process that provides an opportunity to young and mid-career professionals to update and align their skills in connection with the contemporary needs of library users. This study aims to identify and synthesize the literature on continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities for Pakistani librarians and information professionals. Design/methodology/approach This study is based on descriptive literature review published by Pakistani researchers with specific reference to Pakistani librarians and information professionals. Findings The findings revealed that albeit many initiatives have been taken by library and information science (LIS) schools and professional associations for developing the capabilities of librarians and information professionals, however, these initiatives remained spasmodic and limited to developing surface-level skills. Some emerging areas need to be addressed including information/digital literacy, research data management, data analysis and visualization and the skills to establish institutional repositories. Research limitations/implications The study was limited to CPD literature contributed by Pakistani researchers and the efforts taken by LIS schools and professional associations. Originality/value There is an immediate need to initiate a cohesive approach involving key stakeholders and to establish a platform purely working for CPD of librarians and information professionals focusing on current and future needs. The finding will be helpful for drawing foundation guidelines by library associations, LIS schools and librarian’s parent’s organizations regarding CPD opportunities.

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The facts of continuing professional development for LIS professionals in Pakistan: a literature review

Saleem¹,

Ashiq

2020

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“…Ashiq, Rehman, and Batool have also highlighted the importance of early technological adoption among library leaders in addressing the emerging challenges. 51 They argued that there is a need to introduce compatible smart services to attract the modern library users. 52 Development and implementation of such services are not only helpful for these future leaders' career progression, but they are also necessary for the survival of the profession.…”

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Women Academic Library Leadership in Pakistan: A Qualitative Study on the Journey of Career Progression and Serving the Community

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Rehman²,

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Women library professionals are greatly underrepresented in key leadership positions, especially in the developing countries. This study explored the women academic library leadership in Pakistan and investigated the major challenges faced by women leaders during their ascending to the top, the key indicator of their success, as well as the community services and professional contributions made by them during the course of their careers. Qualitative research design was used and data were collected by conducting in-depth interviews of 16 senior woman library leaders in Pakistan. The findings indicated that organizational challenges, family responsibilities, and gender discrimination were the major barriers that hindered the women leaders during their career progression. The key indicators of their success were effective use of technology, professional commitment, academic contributions, community services, family support, international exposure, and continuous learning. The implications of the study highlight the various areas of improvement for women library leadership.

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“…This approach was not appropriate because the research does not focus on an individual or biography of a person. Additionally, phenomenology can be used by the researcher while conducting a study regarding participants' lived experiences at or during the time the event occurs (Ashiq et al, 2020). However, this specific approach was not appropriate.…”

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Law Enforcement Officers’ Reaction on Traditional Crimes to Fight Cybercrime Locally

McKoy

2021

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Cybercrime has become one of the fastest-growing concerns for law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, and municipal levels. This qualitative case study examined the perceptions of nine law enforcement officers from Texas regarding combating cybercrime at the local level. The study focuses on how do law enforcement officers who respond to traditional crimes describe law enforcement agencies’ preparedness to fight cybercrime locally. Data collection consisted of semistructured interviews, where member-checking helped to enhance trustworthiness. The results from this study helped fill the gap in the literature regarding the unknown perceptions of law enforcement officers responding to cybercrimes at the local level. This study also focused on the behaviors of the participants regarding responding to cybercrimes. Participants indicated that law enforcement agencies take cybercrime seriously; however, cybercrimes are not a high priority for law enforcement at the local level. Participants also provided challenges that local law enforcement agencies face in cybercrime investigations locally.

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Future challenges and emerging role of academic libraries in Pakistan: A phenomenology approach

Cited by 41 publications

References 31 publications

The facts of continuing professional development for LIS professionals in Pakistan: a literature review

The facts of continuing professional development for LIS professionals in Pakistan: a literature review

Women Academic Library Leadership in Pakistan: A Qualitative Study on the Journey of Career Progression and Serving the Community

Law Enforcement Officers’ Reaction on Traditional Crimes to Fight Cybercrime Locally

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