Methods of Knowledge Management Practices in Pakistani Universities’ Libraries

The developments in the information communication technologies (ICT) have not only enhanced the capacity of information storage and its flow, but also changed the nature of library and information services. In the midst of these changes, knowledge management (KM) has emerged as a significant tool t...

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Main Authors: Khurshid Ahmad, Muhammad Rafiq
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: National University of Sciences and Technology 2021-01-01
Series:NUST Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Online Access:https://njssh.nust.edu.pk/index.php/njssh/article/view/30
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description The developments in the information communication technologies (ICT) have not only enhanced the capacity of information storage and its flow, but also changed the nature of library and information services. In the midst of these changes, knowledge management (KM) has emerged as a significant tool to further influence the practices of library and information science. The purpose of this research paper is to explore the methods used for knowledge management practices in university libraries of Pakistan. It proposes the methodologies of knowledge management among library and information science professionals in university libraries. The research also aims at expanding the effective use of ICT in libraries. The study was conducted by using a semi-structured questionnaire. The population of the study was head librarians, working and supervising all activities of the library at the university. The survey showed that the methods of attending conferences, training, and seminars are very useful. It also helps to gain the knowledge and skills from senior Library and Information Sciences (LIS) professionals. LIS professionals believe that knowledge sharing is very important for project collaboration. In the library, professionals share knowledge about technological development and advancement in the library services.
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spelling doaj.art-f3dd4c9d1b9d44a9913f08bcf10498c12024-03-27T23:54:54ZengNational University of Sciences and TechnologyNUST Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities2520-503X2523-00262021-01-0141Methods of Knowledge Management Practices in Pakistani Universities’ LibrariesKhurshid AhmadMuhammad Rafiq The developments in the information communication technologies (ICT) have not only enhanced the capacity of information storage and its flow, but also changed the nature of library and information services. In the midst of these changes, knowledge management (KM) has emerged as a significant tool to further influence the practices of library and information science. The purpose of this research paper is to explore the methods used for knowledge management practices in university libraries of Pakistan. It proposes the methodologies of knowledge management among library and information science professionals in university libraries. The research also aims at expanding the effective use of ICT in libraries. The study was conducted by using a semi-structured questionnaire. The population of the study was head librarians, working and supervising all activities of the library at the university. The survey showed that the methods of attending conferences, training, and seminars are very useful. It also helps to gain the knowledge and skills from senior Library and Information Sciences (LIS) professionals. LIS professionals believe that knowledge sharing is very important for project collaboration. In the library, professionals share knowledge about technological development and advancement in the library services. https://njssh.nust.edu.pk/index.php/njssh/article/view/30Knowledge managementpracticesuniversity librariesPakistan
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NUST Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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university libraries
Pakistan
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title_fullStr Methods of Knowledge Management Practices in Pakistani Universities’ Libraries
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title_short Methods of Knowledge Management Practices in Pakistani Universities’ Libraries
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practices
university libraries
Pakistan
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