Why Should I Go to the Library?
A Qualitative Approach to the Student’s Perspective
Why Should I Go to the Library?
A Qualitative Approach to the Student’s Perspective
Author(s): Alexandra Mihaela IspasSubject(s): Library and Information Science, Communication studies
Published by: Universitatea din Bucuresti, Colectivul de Stiinte ale Informarii si Documentarii
Keywords: library users; interviews; users’ motivations; qualitative research;
Summary/Abstract: The early studies concerning library users were focused was on identifying general patterns of research and retrieval of information. Along the years, the studies have shifted towards measuring the degree of satisfaction with library services. The present study is taking into consideration both approaches and investigates aspects related the reasons for frequenting the library. In February 2018, on the premises of “Carol I” Central University Library of Bucharest, we have conducted 13 semi-structured interviews with the new users of the library. Our main findings are the following: the main reason for coming to the library is studying for or writing a paper, users have a rather stereotypical representation of the library and the users regard the library as a place with a potential for interaction with fellow students.
Journal: Information and Communication Sciences Research
- Issue Year: 22/2018
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 31-37
- Page Count: 7
- Language: English