Essays about: "public library"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 118 essays containing the words public library.

  1. 1. The Role of Public Libraries in Countering Misinformation : A Swedish Perspective

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för bibliotek, information, pedagogik och IT

    Author : Britt Helen Andermann; [2023]
    Keywords : misinformation; disinformation; public libraries; democratic values; public trust; library practice; semi-structured interviews; acquisitions policy;

    Abstract : Misinformation poses a significant threat to democracy, as it undermines informed decision-making, creates distrust among citizens, and exacerbates social and political polarization. Public libraries can in theory mitigate this threat by serving as trustworthy sources of information and promoting critical thinking, but must contend with issues such as the politicization of library services, which have the potential to erode public trust in libraries. READ MORE

  3. 2. Digital Solutions and Library Outreach : Exploring the Use and Perceptions of new digital solutions in library outreach activities

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för bibliotek, information, pedagogik och IT

    Author : Emma Bengtsson; [2023]
    Keywords : digital solutions; public libraries; library outreach activities; digitization; library services; access to information; diffusion of innovation;

    Abstract : As public libraries increasingly turn to digital solutions to enhance their outreach activities, it is important to understand the use and perceptions of these new solutions. This thesis explores how new digital solutions are being used and perceived by library employees when working with library outreach activities. READ MORE

  4. 3. A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF ATTRIBUTE-BASED ENCRYPTION FOR SECURE DATA SHARING IN IoT ENVIRONMENT.

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för data- och systemvetenskap

    Author : Faith Nnenna Onwumere; [2023]
    Keywords : IoT; ABE; Attribute-based Encryption; CP-ABE; KP-ABE; Internet of Things; Cryptography; Smart Devices;

    Abstract : Internet of Things (IoT) refers to a network of global and interrelated computing devices that connects humans and machines. It connects anything that has access to the internet and creates an avenue for data and information exchange. READ MORE

  5. 4. Living room or library? The roles of physical spaces in public libraries. A case study of Idé A, Drottninghög library in Helsingborg, Sweden

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för tjänstevetenskap

    Author : Lourdes Veronica Beltran Linares; [2023]
    Keywords : Public libraries; public library’s physical space; meeting places; social infrastructure; third places; radically inclusive places; low-intensive meeting places.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The present study explores the value and role of the physical space of the public library from the perspective of the visitors in the context of digitalization. The qualitative research was based on semi-structured interviews with regular visitors of Idé A Drottninghög (Helsingborg, Sweden), Idé A library staff members, and collaborative organizations of Idé A that make use of the library’s physical space. READ MORE

  6. 5. Making a Mess : Sociomaterial collaboration in a library renovation

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper (KV)

    Author : Joel Wranning; [2023]
    Keywords : Collaboration; digital humanities; actor-network theory; library and information science; organization studies; sociomateriality; library renovation;

    Abstract : This thesis examines the roles played by digital information and communication technologies in a Swedish public library’s three-year long renovation project. As a case study of technology-influenced collaboration in a cultural heritage institution, this study addresses a gap in digital humanities research on the practical details of sociotechnical collaboration, as well as a lack of documentation of an ongoing trend of renovations and rebuildings of Swedish public libraries. READ MORE