Empowering Electronic Resources: Strengthening Librarian-Faculty Collaboration in Higher Education

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Jaswinder Pal Singh and Baljinder Kaur

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https://doi.org/10.15415/jtmge.2022.131005

Keywords
Librarian-Faculty Collaboration, Collection Development, Higher Education, Electronic Resources, Academic Partnerships, Resource Management

Abstract

Background: This paper addresses librarian-faculty collaboration in higher education, with a specific focus on electronic resources. Key challenges identified include poor communication, time constraints, and lack of institutional support. The study underscores the significance of collaboration in developing and managing academic resources, especially given the increasing reliance on digital collections.

Purpose: The primary goal of the study is to explore ways to enhance teamwork between librarians and professors to improve the use and development of electronic resources. It aims to identify existing collaboration patterns, obstacles hindering effective partnerships, and the institutional support mechanisms that can foster better collaboration.

Methods: A quantitative approach was used, employing a cross-sectional survey methodology with 178 participants (89 male and 89 females) from various higher education institutions. The structured survey, utilizing a 5-point Likert scale, measured attitudes, perceptions, and the frequency of collaboration in areas such as curriculum alignment, resource selection, and digital resource management.

Results: The results reveal that both faculty and librarians recognize the importance of collaboration in resource selection and curriculum alignment. However, obstacles such as time constraints, lack of institutional support, and irregular communication hinder effective collaboration. Male participants showed greater interest in technical aspects, while females emphasized the importance of organized communication and digital resource management.

Conclusions: The study concludes that improving librarian-faculty collaboration in electronic resource integration requires regular communication, enhanced institutional support, and proactive engagement in resource development. Targeted strategies are needed to strengthen partnerships, improve academic resources, and ultimately enhance academic program outcomes.

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Jaswinder Pal Singh and Baljinder Kaur. Empowering Electronic Resources: Strengthening Librarian-Faculty Collaboration in Higher Education. J.Technol. Manag. Grow. Econ.. 2022, 13, 43-54

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