..., capture users’ and librarians’ experiences and identify opportunities and challenges associated with robotic services in an academic library environment. Design/methodology/approach An exploratory qualitative case study design was adopted. Data were obtained through direct observation of the library...

...Nurudeen Adeniyi Aderibigbe; Bolaji David Oladokun; Abayomi Kehinde Owolabi; Oluwole Olumide Durodolu Purpose This study aims to investigate the transition of makerspaces from concept to practice within Nigerian academic libraries, using the University of Lagos ( UNILAG ) Library Makerspace...

...Umme Habiba; Kazi Mostak Gausul Hoq Purpose This study aims to establish a strategic multidimensional framework for assessing the artificial intelligence ( AI ) readiness of academic libraries in Bangladesh through analyzing various dimensions, including technological infrastructure, human...

...Mandira Bairagi; Shalini Ramdas Lihitkar Purpose The paper aims to discuss the potential and constraints of using artificial intelligence ( AI ) in academic libraries of developing countries, especially in technical institutions. It will focus on the application of AI in libraries, examine...

..., is insufficient. Academic libraries as machine-readable infrastructure, refuse tiered openness in consortial negotiations and invest in shared, library-led AI tooling as public infrastructure rather than ceding the AI mediation layer to commercial vendors. Originality/value The piece reframes generative...

.... This study seeks to evaluate the level of OS preparedness at the moment, pinpoint enduring issues, draw attention to new opportunities and suggest tactical approaches to speed up OS roadmap in Nigerian academic libraries. Design/methodology/approach This reflective analysis draws on a synthesis...

... ) technologies are increasingly being integrated into academic research workflows to support literature discovery, analysis and synthesis. This paper aims to explore how emerging AI-powered tools can support literature reviews and to examine the opportunities these technologies create for academic libraries...

... rights only Information resources management Academic libraries Nalanda Library Research guide Subject guide SubjectPlus management system In the current era of disruptive technologies, academic libraries must play a prominent and dynamic role in promoting print and electronic...

...Lateef Ayinde; Raphael Ebiefung; Bolaji David Oladokun Purpose This study aims to critically examine the adoption of agentic artificial intelligence ( AI ) in academic libraries, focusing on use cases, the skills required, the ethical issues academic libraries should consider and future directions...

... re-use rights only Academic libraries Library services Information systems Technology Library administration Library monitoring and evaluation Recognition and inclusion efforts: Programs like eSmart Libraries (Australia) exemplify purposeful interventions to provide digital...

...Robert Akinade Awoyemi; Oluwadolapo Richard Awoyemi Purpose The increasing demand for efficiency and security in academic libraries has necessitated the adoption of smart inventory management systems powered by Internet-of-Things (IoT) technologies. This paper aims to explore how IoT-driven...

...Hirak Jyoti Hazarika; Prasanna Kumar Konch Purpose This paper aims to examine the implementation of LibraryGPT, a conversational artificial intelligence (AI) system integrated with the Tawk live-chat platform, in an academic library context. The authors describe a framework that embeds a GPT-based...

... as the technology becomes more sophisticated and its use gets harder to detect (https://blog.pressreader.com/libraries-institutions/academic-libraries-use-artificial-intelligence-to-improve-their-services). Positively, however, AI has a number of practical library applications. Chatbots (or virtual assistants...

...Md. Atikuzzaman Purpose This study aims to investigate Library and Information Science (LIS) practitioners’ opinions regarding the potential benefits and challenges of implementing artificial technologies into academic library services in Bangladesh. Design/methodology/approach Library...

... 2024 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Digital literacy skills Visual and hearing impairments Equitable information access Higher education Academic libraries Information access technologies According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural...

... Industry 5.0 Artificial intelligence Human centric solution Academic libraries Sustainability development Library services Libraries The fast-changing Industry 5.0 technologies challenging to forecast exactly which skills and knowledge will be needed in the future. The personalization...

...Kailash Chand Sharma; Rishabh Shrivastava Purpose This study aims to examine the current state of makerspaces in Indian academic libraries. The history of makerspace and its introduction in academic libraries have been elaborated and analysed. Makerspaces of three different academic libraries...

... at: eric.prosser@asu.edu 15 08 2024 20 09 2024 20 09 2024 © 2024 Emerald Publishing Limited 2024 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only AI personas ChatGPT Library staff training Online chat reference Generative AI Academic libraries The team first...

...Adrian St. Patrick Duncan Purpose This paper is the genesis for robots and robotic technology and their introduction to the Caribbean Academic library community. This paper aims to explore the specific areas that this technology can improve as well as their adaptability and dynamic yet...

... Licensed re-use rights only Digital information repackaging Academic libraries Information packaging Library website Education Library websites are one of the media used by libraries to present digital information in the form of published textual, visual, audio, video or infographic data...