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“Researchers Use of Academic Libraries and Their Services” – April 2007
This study, commissioned by the Research Information Network and the Consortium of Research Libraries, looks at how researchers interact with academic libraries in the UK. Based on qualitative and quantitative data from over 2250 researchers and 300 librarians, its aim is to guide the future development of academic libraries in responding to researchers’ information needs. Key themes/issues discussed in the study:
-open access
-branding the library
-researchers’ behaviour (e.g., how they find information, their use of print information resources, etc)
-the library as a physical space/place
-availability of digital information
-researchers’ new ways of working
-communications between librarians and researchers
Hi Agnese, just a quick note to say thanks for mentioning our report – we’re always glad to hear of any feedback, and grateful for the publicity!
You may/may not be aware that we had an event earlier this week to launch and discuss the report; and you can download the speaker presentations from our website if you wanted to explore it further (rin.ac.uk/register).
All the best!
James