Personal Identifier
10.1080/01930820802289391
Keywords
Librarianship, libraries, branch libraries, academic libraries, communication, collaboration, networking
Abstract
Communication and collaboration are vital aspects of 21st century librarianship, particularly for librarians in branch and regional settings who are often separated from their system colleagues by both physical distance and administrative structures. For this study, the authors conducted an exploratory survey to examine collaboration, communication, and networking behaviors and perceptions among librarians in multi-campus academic library systems. Results of this investigative study will lead to better understanding of these issues within the profession, suggest possible approaches and solutions for better models of communication and collaboration, and lay the groundwork for future research on these topics.
Publication Date
2008
Original Citation
Bottorff, T., Glaser, R., Todd, A., & Alderman, B. (2008). Branching out: Communication and collaboration among librarians at multi-campus institutions. Journal of Library Administration 48(3-4), 329-363.
Number of Pages
3229-363
Document Type
Paper
Language
English
Source Title
Journal of Library Administration
Volume
48
Issue
3-4
Copyright Date
2008
Publication Version
Post-print
College
Information Technologies & Resources
Location
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Department
University Libraries, Rosen Library
STARS Citation
Bottorff, Tim; Glaser, Robbin; Todd, Andrew; and Alderman, Barbara, "Branching Out: Communication and Collaboration among Librarians at Multi-Campus Institutions" (2008). Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works. 28.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/ucfscholar/28