The Electronic Library: Volume 29 Issue 3

Reading in 2110 – reading behavior and reading devices:a case study

The purpose of these experiments is to find out whether and how reading behavior might be influenced by reading devices.

An evaluation of second‐generation ebook readers

This study seeks to evaluate a selection of second‐generation ebook readers in order to determine which devices deliver the best experience for the user, in terms of functionality…

Collaborative networks of memory institutions in digitisation initiatives

The purpose of this paper is to research the approach of memory institutions to collaboration by analysing collaboration patterns in the networks developed in digitisation…

From communication to collaboration: blogging to troubleshoot e‐resources

This case study aims to demonstrate that the combination of teamwork and technology enabled troubleshooting librarians to transform Web 2.0 social networking (blog) software into…

Is there a second life for librarians?

The purpose of this paper is to explore the roles of libraries within Second Life from the viewpoint of the librarians experienced in experimenting within virtual worlds.

Applying the technology acceptance model to Iranian engineering faculty libraries

The purpose of this research is to study the determinant factors in the acceptance of information technology (IT) by librarians in the libraries of engineering faculties of public…

Study on a SaaS‐based library management system for the Korean library network

Recently emerged Software as a Service (SaaS)‐based services show that it is possible to curtail cost on operation and maintenance and also to reduce additional expenses required…

Metadata assessment in e‐theses and dissertations of Canadian institutional repositories

The aim of this study is to assess the metadata element sets of electronic theses and dissertations that are currently used at Canadian academic institutional repositories, and to…

Acquisitions in the New Information Universe: Core Competencies and Ethical Practices

Access Controlled: The Shaping of Power, Rights, and Rule in Cyberspace

XML Retrieval

New Concepts in Digital Reference

Introducing RDA: A Guide to the Basics

Information Architecture: The Design and Integration of Information Spaces

Everyone Plays at the Library: Creating Great Gaming Experiences for All Ages