An Analysis of Academic Libraries’ Participation in 21st Century Library Trends

Authors

  • Amy Jo Catalano Hofstra University
  • Sarah Glasser Hofstra University
  • Lori Caniano Adelphi University
  • William Caniano Hofstra University
  • Lawrence Paretta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18438/eblip29450

Abstract

Abstract

Objective – As academic libraries evolve to meet the changing needs of students in the digital age, the emphasis has shifted from the physical book collection to a suite of services incorporating innovations in teaching, technology, and social media, among others. Based on trends identified by the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) and other sources, the authors investigated the extent to which academic libraries have adopted 21st century library trends.

Methods – The authors examined the websites of 100 Association of Research Libraries (ARL) member libraries, their branches, and 160 randomly selected academic libraries to determine whether they adopted selected 21st century library trends.

Results – Results indicated that ARL member libraries were significantly more likely to adopt these trends, quite possibly due to their larger size and larger budgets.

Conclusion – This research can assist librarians, library directors, and other stakeholders in making the case for the adoption or avoidance of particular 21st century library trends, especially where considerable outlay of funds is necessary.

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Author Biographies

Amy Jo Catalano, Hofstra University

Associate Professor, Teaching Learning and Technology

Sarah Glasser, Hofstra University

Associate Professor

Lori Caniano, Adelphi University

Adjunct Professor

William Caniano, Hofstra University

Associate Professor

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Published

2018-09-10

How to Cite

Catalano, A. J., Glasser, S., Caniano, L., Caniano, W., & Paretta, L. (2018). An Analysis of Academic Libraries’ Participation in 21st Century Library Trends. Evidence Based Library and Information Practice, 13(3), 4–16. https://doi.org/10.18438/eblip29450

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 3 (2018)

Section

Research Articles

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