Role of Library Directors in the Changing Academic Environment
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Dissertation Proposal
Dissertation Proposal
DISSERTATION PROPOSAL
Academic Library Director’s role in the changing environment
Dissertation Proposal
Submitted to North central University
School of Education
in Partial Fulfillment of the
Requirements for the Degree of
DOCTOR OFEducation
by
Antonia DiGregorio
Location:
Month:
Year:
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Academic Library Director’s role in the changing environment
Dissertation Proposal
Submitted to North central University
School of Education
in Partial Fulfillment of the
Requirements for the Degree of
DOCTOR OFEducation
by
Antonia DiGregorio
Location:
Month:
Year:
2
DISSERTATION PROPOSAL
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Research Question
Theorectical Framework
Nature of the Study
Significance of the Study
Definitions of Key Terms
Summary
Chapter 2: Literature Review
DocumentationIntroductionTheorectical Framework The role and responsibilities of library
directorsLearning CommonsAcademic trends: librarians and librariesSummary
Chapter 3: Research Method
Research Method and Design Population Sample Materials/Instruments
Data Collection, Processing, and Analysis
Assumptions, Limitations, Delimitations
Ethical AssurancesSummaryReferences
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.0 Introduction
By drawing the considerable role of library directors, the academic environment,
partitions and researchers have played an influential role for determining their actions from the
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Research Question
Theorectical Framework
Nature of the Study
Significance of the Study
Definitions of Key Terms
Summary
Chapter 2: Literature Review
DocumentationIntroductionTheorectical Framework The role and responsibilities of library
directorsLearning CommonsAcademic trends: librarians and librariesSummary
Chapter 3: Research Method
Research Method and Design Population Sample Materials/Instruments
Data Collection, Processing, and Analysis
Assumptions, Limitations, Delimitations
Ethical AssurancesSummaryReferences
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.0 Introduction
By drawing the considerable role of library directors, the academic environment,
partitions and researchers have played an influential role for determining their actions from the
3
DISSERTATION PROPOSAL
last few decades. The purpose of this dissertation is to shed light on the role of library directors
in the changing academic environment. In this dissertation, different objectives have selected and
by highlighting different steps for conducting the comprehensive study, the researcher has
described the entire topic.
According to Kumar (2015), the traditional as well as the physical environment of
academic libraries are being transformed into the active learning centers, tech commons and
classrooms, which are being incorporated by initiatives of academic students. Due to the physical
transformation in the academic library field, the contribution of technological innovation has
been increased for increasing the learning facilities. By continuing this it can be said that due to
availability of electronic resources in the academic library field, the physical effort has been de
creased. In order to satisfy the educational as well as the social purpose, the new library space
plays a significant role. In case of incorporating an effective academic environment, the physical
space in the college libraries space been converted into different range of activities such as
service and resource collection. In the words of May and Thomas (2015), by increasing the en
engagement in the academic spectrum, it has become necessary for emphasizing collaborative
actions. Learning commons are mostly being used by the students, however there is no evidence
to identify if the student has done the job or not for gaining the higher grade.
It cannot be denied that traditional library space is being considered as the widespread
practice that plays an important role for influencing the academic libraries as well as changing
technologies, changing students and learning methods of individuals. In order to develop the
learning process, the academic library directors need to focus on bringing the changes in physical
space. In order to collect the information from learning process, the active participation of the
students plays an important role. In the theory of Dewey, it is mentioned that in order to
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last few decades. The purpose of this dissertation is to shed light on the role of library directors
in the changing academic environment. In this dissertation, different objectives have selected and
by highlighting different steps for conducting the comprehensive study, the researcher has
described the entire topic.
According to Kumar (2015), the traditional as well as the physical environment of
academic libraries are being transformed into the active learning centers, tech commons and
classrooms, which are being incorporated by initiatives of academic students. Due to the physical
transformation in the academic library field, the contribution of technological innovation has
been increased for increasing the learning facilities. By continuing this it can be said that due to
availability of electronic resources in the academic library field, the physical effort has been de
creased. In order to satisfy the educational as well as the social purpose, the new library space
plays a significant role. In case of incorporating an effective academic environment, the physical
space in the college libraries space been converted into different range of activities such as
service and resource collection. In the words of May and Thomas (2015), by increasing the en
engagement in the academic spectrum, it has become necessary for emphasizing collaborative
actions. Learning commons are mostly being used by the students, however there is no evidence
to identify if the student has done the job or not for gaining the higher grade.
It cannot be denied that traditional library space is being considered as the widespread
practice that plays an important role for influencing the academic libraries as well as changing
technologies, changing students and learning methods of individuals. In order to develop the
learning process, the academic library directors need to focus on bringing the changes in physical
space. In order to collect the information from learning process, the active participation of the
students plays an important role. In the theory of Dewey, it is mentioned that in order to
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understand the objectives of students, necessary resources needed to provide the learners so that
they will be able to effectively achieve the goals.
The Library directors need to be clear about the importance of transforming the library
space. In order to understand the needs of students, it is very important for the directors to
understand the importance of the changing educational pattern and pedagogy. Analyzing the
initial influences of the technology for acclimating the changes, it can be said that process of
sharing communication and information are the important influential factors. Due to changes in
the experience of library directors and changing environment in academic libraries, mission,
purpose and operational structure of the libraries have been changed. By underlying the
essentialness of educational aspects and social influences in the educational sector, the Dewey
theory has been developed. As stated by Jones (2018), in order to develop the Learning
Commons and bringing the transformation in academic library environment the Dewey’s theory
is beneficial.
In order to transform the physical space, the academic traditional environment needs to
be converted into the active learning centers. The traditional as well as the physical environment
of academic libraries are being transformed into the active learning centers, tech commons and
classrooms, which are being incorporated by initiatives of academic students. Due to the physical
transformation in the academic library field, the contribution of technological innovation has
been increased for increasing the learning facilities. By continuing this it can be said that due to
availability of electronic resources in the academic library field, the physical effort has been de
creased. In order to satisfy the educational as well as the social purpose, the new library space
plays a significant role. In case of incorporating an effective academic environment, the physical
space in the college libraries space been converted into different range of activities such as
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understand the objectives of students, necessary resources needed to provide the learners so that
they will be able to effectively achieve the goals.
The Library directors need to be clear about the importance of transforming the library
space. In order to understand the needs of students, it is very important for the directors to
understand the importance of the changing educational pattern and pedagogy. Analyzing the
initial influences of the technology for acclimating the changes, it can be said that process of
sharing communication and information are the important influential factors. Due to changes in
the experience of library directors and changing environment in academic libraries, mission,
purpose and operational structure of the libraries have been changed. By underlying the
essentialness of educational aspects and social influences in the educational sector, the Dewey
theory has been developed. As stated by Jones (2018), in order to develop the Learning
Commons and bringing the transformation in academic library environment the Dewey’s theory
is beneficial.
In order to transform the physical space, the academic traditional environment needs to
be converted into the active learning centers. The traditional as well as the physical environment
of academic libraries are being transformed into the active learning centers, tech commons and
classrooms, which are being incorporated by initiatives of academic students. Due to the physical
transformation in the academic library field, the contribution of technological innovation has
been increased for increasing the learning facilities. By continuing this it can be said that due to
availability of electronic resources in the academic library field, the physical effort has been de
creased. In order to satisfy the educational as well as the social purpose, the new library space
plays a significant role. In case of incorporating an effective academic environment, the physical
space in the college libraries space been converted into different range of activities such as
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service and resource collection. Thomas (2015) stated that the new technological initiative in the
academic sector has brought the structural revolution. By transforming the physical footprint,
different opportunities can be created by involving into the communal educational spaces. By
utilizing the converted space, it can be easier for the students to improve the academic and
personal activities.
It cannot be denied that traditional library space is being considered as the widespread
practice that plays an important role for influencing the academic libraries as well as changing
technologies, changing students and learning methods of individuals. In order to develop the
learning process, the academic library directors need to focus on bringing the changes in physical
space. In order to collect the information from learning process, the active participation of the
students plays an important role. It is also true that before the introduction of Commons,
traditional processes were being followed in the library functions. Due to the increasing
availability of the online references like FAQ, email, texting and Ask a librarian, it has become
easier for the students to gather huge academic information. After the 20th century, the
continuous growth in the academic sector has been introduced due to the changes in learning
processes and learning module. Due to changes in information technology, the library space has
been incorporates by introducing the LED projects. During the year 1990, different shelving
have been included in the learning processes. In most of the cases, the library directors focus on
for discussing the needs of institutions and learners so that the commons can be successfully
developed.
In the late of 1990s, the higher education in the academic libraries were dependent on the
information accessibility process. During this period, the information accessibility process was
based on the internet accessibility. According to Bowers (2018), the traditional library
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service and resource collection. Thomas (2015) stated that the new technological initiative in the
academic sector has brought the structural revolution. By transforming the physical footprint,
different opportunities can be created by involving into the communal educational spaces. By
utilizing the converted space, it can be easier for the students to improve the academic and
personal activities.
It cannot be denied that traditional library space is being considered as the widespread
practice that plays an important role for influencing the academic libraries as well as changing
technologies, changing students and learning methods of individuals. In order to develop the
learning process, the academic library directors need to focus on bringing the changes in physical
space. In order to collect the information from learning process, the active participation of the
students plays an important role. It is also true that before the introduction of Commons,
traditional processes were being followed in the library functions. Due to the increasing
availability of the online references like FAQ, email, texting and Ask a librarian, it has become
easier for the students to gather huge academic information. After the 20th century, the
continuous growth in the academic sector has been introduced due to the changes in learning
processes and learning module. Due to changes in information technology, the library space has
been incorporates by introducing the LED projects. During the year 1990, different shelving
have been included in the learning processes. In most of the cases, the library directors focus on
for discussing the needs of institutions and learners so that the commons can be successfully
developed.
In the late of 1990s, the higher education in the academic libraries were dependent on the
information accessibility process. During this period, the information accessibility process was
based on the internet accessibility. According to Bowers (2018), the traditional library
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progression were based on the changing influences of commoners. After the introduction of
modern library processes, the practice of unnecessary printing collection has been stopped. After
the creation of openness, new procedure and policies have been introduced, which has brought
huge revolution in the industry. By sharing the information, the higher education practice for
changing the technological and social dimensions in learning processes. Due to the current
transactions, the learning commons have been developed, which plays an influential role for
delivering the effective staff model. By continuing this, it can be said that by evaluation the
needs of individuals, the possible changes in the learning sector can be introduced.
1.1 Statement of the problem
The academic library directors are playing an influential role for driving the academic
environment, which is affecting the transformational process in the library. In case of adopting
the changes in higher education has become the major concern in this industry. In order to bring
the changes as well as revolution in the library sector, it has become necessary for the directors
for enhancing their abilities so that the changing academic library space can be effectively
managed. By enhancing the experience of the directors, the transformational process of learning
can be enhanced. By adopting digital strategy, the physical transformation of the libraries has
been introduced.
It is true that the library directors have the minimal experience, so that they can be able to
adopt the technological innovation initiatives, which can directly influence the educational
standard. Depending on the aligned strategies, the library directors bring the technological as
well as instructional innovations, which plays an essential role for supporting the needs for
changes to the academic community. The changing environment in libraries can be considered as
the biggest problem in the current situation, which are creating challenges for library directors to
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progression were based on the changing influences of commoners. After the introduction of
modern library processes, the practice of unnecessary printing collection has been stopped. After
the creation of openness, new procedure and policies have been introduced, which has brought
huge revolution in the industry. By sharing the information, the higher education practice for
changing the technological and social dimensions in learning processes. Due to the current
transactions, the learning commons have been developed, which plays an influential role for
delivering the effective staff model. By continuing this, it can be said that by evaluation the
needs of individuals, the possible changes in the learning sector can be introduced.
1.1 Statement of the problem
The academic library directors are playing an influential role for driving the academic
environment, which is affecting the transformational process in the library. In case of adopting
the changes in higher education has become the major concern in this industry. In order to bring
the changes as well as revolution in the library sector, it has become necessary for the directors
for enhancing their abilities so that the changing academic library space can be effectively
managed. By enhancing the experience of the directors, the transformational process of learning
can be enhanced. By adopting digital strategy, the physical transformation of the libraries has
been introduced.
It is true that the library directors have the minimal experience, so that they can be able to
adopt the technological innovation initiatives, which can directly influence the educational
standard. Depending on the aligned strategies, the library directors bring the technological as
well as instructional innovations, which plays an essential role for supporting the needs for
changes to the academic community. The changing environment in libraries can be considered as
the biggest problem in the current situation, which are creating challenges for library directors to
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implement their strategies (Harris-Keith, 2016). It is true that in most of the cases, the
phenomenological research design helps to examine the changes, which are required for the
academic library development practices. In case of both the public and private colleges, the
theoretical concept of Dewey has brought the major influences in both the private, public and
community colleges and universities. By underlining the concepts of the social and technological
dimensions, the structure, mission and operation purpose of the individuals are being analyzed.
The technological innovation is highly responsible for the bringing the personal as well as
professional development.
1.2 Purpose of the study
The purpose of this study is to analyze the experiences of the library directors so that the
library space can be transformed into the Learning Commons. In case of discussing the process
of changing, the effect of traditional library environment is being analyzed. By examining the
emerging challenges faced by the library directors, the study has shed light on the case of
determining the effectiveness of services and resources. Through the semi-structured questions,
the opened interviews with the library directors, transformational photographs and reports can be
introduced. In the Dewey’s experience theory, the reorganizational framework has been
analyzed, which has been developed depending on the evidences collected from the interview
sessions with the library directors. Analyzing the primary role of education, it can be said that it
contributes in bringing the constructive betterment in the educational sector. By continuing this,
it can be said that through this study the uncovered evidences that can develop the fundamental
restructuring process have been identified. By providing the information regarding the learning
process, the study will focus on contributing in higher educational process. The qualitative
phenomenological methodology can play an effective role so that the inductive logic can be able
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implement their strategies (Harris-Keith, 2016). It is true that in most of the cases, the
phenomenological research design helps to examine the changes, which are required for the
academic library development practices. In case of both the public and private colleges, the
theoretical concept of Dewey has brought the major influences in both the private, public and
community colleges and universities. By underlining the concepts of the social and technological
dimensions, the structure, mission and operation purpose of the individuals are being analyzed.
The technological innovation is highly responsible for the bringing the personal as well as
professional development.
1.2 Purpose of the study
The purpose of this study is to analyze the experiences of the library directors so that the
library space can be transformed into the Learning Commons. In case of discussing the process
of changing, the effect of traditional library environment is being analyzed. By examining the
emerging challenges faced by the library directors, the study has shed light on the case of
determining the effectiveness of services and resources. Through the semi-structured questions,
the opened interviews with the library directors, transformational photographs and reports can be
introduced. In the Dewey’s experience theory, the reorganizational framework has been
analyzed, which has been developed depending on the evidences collected from the interview
sessions with the library directors. Analyzing the primary role of education, it can be said that it
contributes in bringing the constructive betterment in the educational sector. By continuing this,
it can be said that through this study the uncovered evidences that can develop the fundamental
restructuring process have been identified. By providing the information regarding the learning
process, the study will focus on contributing in higher educational process. The qualitative
phenomenological methodology can play an effective role so that the inductive logic can be able
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