Since the IFLA FRBR conceptual model, the transition to a data structure centered on entity-relationships has been underway. Reflecting this international trend, the draft of the 5th edition of the Korean Cataloging Rules (KCR5) were presented in May 2024. This study focused on the ‘relationship’ which provides additional information to users by connecting one entity with other entities. To this end, (1) the types of relationships between entities defined in the conceptual model and RDA cataloging rule were examined, (2) the actual cases of LC and PCC to record relationships in MARC21 based on RDA were analyzed, and finally (3) practical methods and challenges to be solved for applying them to KORMARC format were suggested. This study mainly utilized RDA training materials and data input guidelines of LC/PCC, and referred to full-MARC bibliographic records and authority records of LC and PCC participating libraries. This study aims to broaden the understanding of the new bibliographic structure and to prepare for the transition to the next-generation bibliographic structure such as BIBFRAME in the future.
Korean Decimal Classification (KDC) 6th edition currently adopts a synthetic number-built methods by using schedule and tables. But this methods faces with limitations in building various subjects because of due to the mono-dimensional structure with the bias of note types, insufficient analytical-synthetic notes, and lack of notes that using tables. This research practically analyzed the structural limitations of the notes in KDC 6th edition and proposed a multi-dimensional structure to improve the number-building methods. The note types were analyzed using 4 main classes in schedule, and the problems of the current mono-dimensional note structure were identified. Based on the analysis results, the components of notes of the KDC were identified, and a multi-dimensional and hierarchical note structure was proposed. Through this structure, it is expected that KDC can establish a foundation for effectively responding to the evolving knowledge system.
This study aims to analyze the regulations and actual operation status related to IR operations for eight institutions participating in the OAK project to examine the need to establish an IR operation policy and the components of an operation policy. The results showed that IR management policies need to include collection and disclosure of research results, copyright management, whether to support APC, and management plans for each type of research result. In particular, clear regulations on the collection and isclosure of research outputs are essential to ensure consistency and efficiency in IR operations. In addition, it is necessary to create an institutional foundation for researchers to share research outputs through OA publication by converting the publication fee support policy of many institutions to a support policy for OA publication. In addition, there are differences in IR management methods epending on the characteristics of each institution, and it is necessary to establish customized IR management policies that fit the characteristics of each institution. In this regard, OAK should provide standardized guidelines and technical support to facilitate the development of IR management policies for each institution. This study can be used as a basis for establishing IR management policies for domestic organizations.
As a preliminary study for the basic plan for the construction of the Buyeo Public Library, this study conducted a survey on Buyeo-gun residents’ perception of the operation of Buyeo Public Library facilities and spaces, books, services and programs, and library characteristics. As a result, it was found that the survey subjects recognized the overall natural atmosphere of Buyeo Public Library facilities and spaces, and the convenience of using comfortable and pleasant data reading spaces and data. In addition, it was found that the preferred type of information source as the direction of book operation was print data, and the subject aspect was the highest preference for the literary field, and it was found that they wished to provide book and knowledge information in various fields.
This study aims to analyze the current status of specialized services in public libraries in the Busan, identify associated issues, and propose improvement strategies. To achieve this, a survey was conducted among the staff of 25 public libraries, excluding two libraries (one of which was temporarily closed) out of the 27 libraries operating under the 2022 Library Development Plan. The survey covered topics such as the current status of specialized services, perceptions of specialization, and strategies for the development of specialized services. The survey results revealed that in 16 libraries, specialized collections accounted for less than 5% of the total collections; 20 libraries had no dedicated librarian, and in 15 libraries, the budget for specialized materials was less than 5% of the total materials acquisition budget. Despite these challenges, the librarians recognized the necessity and legitimacy of specialized services and believed that these services should continue, even in the face of insufficient personnel and budget. Additionally, they emphasized the importance of the role of metropolitan representative libraries, along with related training and the assignment of dedicated librarian, for the development of specialized services.
This study conducted an analysis of the regional status and characteristics of Uiwang City, library status, and other library vision analysis, major strategy SWOT analysis, civic discussions, library experts, and staff meetings to explore and present management strategies for the development of the Libraries in Uiwang City. The analysis results led to the establishment of the vision “Uiwang, which connects books and life, citizens who become happy in the library,” and provided sufficient library infrastructure to citizens along with the core values of growth, togetherness, daily life, companionship, inclusiveness, and communication. The policy goals were set to provide customized knowledge information activities and support the realization of Uiwang City as a prestigious city. Expansion of library infrastructure, innovation to open the future, improvement of library service level, strengthening of cooperation with the local community, promotion of reading culture and promotion of ‘Book Reading Uiwang’, five Uiwang promotion strategies that continue the tradition of Hangeul, revision of library-related ordinances, library management Twenty-nine detailed tasks were presented, including system improvement and expansion of reading services for the information-underprivileged. In order to establish a comprehensive library development plan and ensure the effectiveness of its implementation, it was proposed that local governments disclose their library development plans and that city areas with a population of 500,000 or more and offices of education be required to establish comprehensive library development plans
This study aims to examine community information services provided by public libraries to explore strategies for their future development and enhance these services for the sustainability of local communities. The study categorized local information services into 17 categories and identified 60 detailed types. An analysis of 116 public libraries in the Chungcheong region revealed that 36% of the libraries offered community information services, while 64% did not. Among the 17 categories, the services provided were primarily concentrated on history/culture, employment, leisure, administrative information, education, and village communities. In eight areas experiencing population decline, the provision of community information services was notably lacking, highlighting the need to actively develop these services to support community sustainability. The study proposes expanding the concept of locality and diversifying service categories, conducting user needs assessments to reflect local residents’ interests, strengthening human resource cooperation, and establishing digital archives of local materials in collaboration with related institutions.
Gamification is an effective strategy to enhance the quality of academic library services by encouraging student engagement and participation. This study developed a design framework for the effective implementation of gamification in academic libraries. To this end, a framework based on the information literacy model was developed through a literature review, content analysis of Korean and international case studies, and in-depth interviews with five librarians of academic libraries. The framework outlines the design elements and game mechanisms to be considered at each stage of the process, including task definition, information search, collection, utilization, and integration. Additionally, performance indicators were established to measure the cognitive, emotional, and social impacts of gamification. This study is expected to serve as a foundation for the systematic implementation and evaluation of gamification in academic libraries, ultimately contributing to increased user participation and enhanced learning motivation.
This study investigated the consumption status, focusing on the factors related to book loans and purchases of reading consumers. Library experience, reading purpose, book genre, book price, and new books are the decision-making factors regarding consumers’ book loans and purchases. As a result of a survey of reading consumers focusing on these factors, the more experience they have in using the library, the more they consume books. As for the book genre, the higher the loan consumption, the higher the purchase consumption. Consumers for reading purposes for liberal arts, hobbies, and leisure activities showed higher loan and purchase consumption than consumers for reading purposes for information acquisition, learning, and research. In terms of book price (cost), loan consumption was higher than purchase consumption. In the case of new books, both loan and purchase consumption were high. In general, reading consumers considered book loan consumption first when it was a library-owned book, and cases that led to book purchase consumption in the book market were confirmed. Based on this, it was proposed that win-win cooperation between the library and the book industry could be achieved.
This study comprehensively reconstructs the life of Baek Rin (1923–2015), who dedicated 43 years of his life as a university librarian, and provides an overview of his influence on the development of library science and his academic achievements. After passing the librarian recruitment exam at Seoul National University in 1948, he excelled as a librarian, handling various Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and Western literary materials. During the Korean War, he was in charge of the practical tasks of transporting and storing the National Treasures from Gyujanggak to Busan. After the war, he was responsible for organizing, cataloging, and classifying the books of Gyujanggak at Seoul National University. He prepared the initial drafts of book classification and served as an executive in several organizations, including the Korean Library Association. While teaching at universities after obtaining a master’s degree in library science from Yonsei University, he published 49 academic articles and 7 edited and authored books. It is highly regarded that he was the first scholar to chronologically write the history of libraries in Korea. In 1973, he transferred to Harvard University’s Yenching Library as a Korean studies cataloging librarian, and until his retirement in 1991, he cataloged East Asian classical texts and Korean books at Harvard’s Yenching Library and supported the research of professors there. Baek Rin is a first-generation research librarian and teacher who laid the foundation for the barren Korean library science world
This study aims to develop and validate a diagnostic tool capable of objectively measuring the digital literacy competencies of college students and also to analyze how learners’ personal characteristics and perceptions are related to these competencies. Through literature review and surveys, a diagnostic tool comprising 6 major factors and 38 items was developed. The findings of the relationships between digital literacy and learners’personal characteristics and perceptions revealed that personal characteristics such as gender, age, education level, and college affiliation as well as grades did not significantly affect on digital literacy competencies. However, learners’perceptions towards satisfaction with major, overall academic satisfaction, ability to utilize digital devices for learning, usefulness of digital devices for learning, and frequency of digital device use for learning positively impacted digital literacy competencies. Based on the results, implications are suggested to facilitate self-regulation, participation, utilization, and evaluation competencies in digital literacy.
The purpose of this study is to understand the field experience of collaboration classes for Media and Information Literacy (MIL) and to obtain implications for MIL collaboration classes. To this end, focus group interviews (FGI) were conducted with 11 teachers and 9 students from 5 elementary and secondary schools. The research results are as follows. First, collaboration classes were not commonly operated in educational settings. Second, teachers and students who experienced collaboration classes were found to increase students’ class participation. Fourth, despite their satisfaction with collaboration classes, teachers reported that the number of class hours increased or they felt burdened by class preparation. Since the achievement and satisfaction of teachers and students in MIL collaborative classes were high, it is necessary to develop a MIL collaborative class model and guidelines to expand MIL collaborative classes.
This study aims to secure basic data for the development of locally customized reading culture programs by closely examining and analyzing the reading practices of local library users, their evaluation and improvement of existing reading culture programs, and the types and directions of reading culture programs they would like to see in the future. To this end, a survey was conducted among users of public libraries in the Busan area and the results were analyzed. The survey was conducted online and offline, with 609 respondents. Based on the results of this study, the following implications can be drawn: First, the definition of reading activities is expanding beyond traditional paper books to various digital media, and it is necessary to reflect this change in future program development. Second, as lack of time and lack of information were identified as the main reasons for non-participation in reading activities, libraries and related organizations should offer programs at more flexible times and expand participation opportunities through effective promotion strategies. Third, the continuity and diversity of library reading culture programs should be strengthened, and fourth, they should be differentiated in terms of topics, time, size, and type by age group. Finally, programs should be improved through continuous user surveys. The results of this study can be used as a basis for improving and developing library reading culture programs in the future.
This study was conducted with the aim of developing and implementing a communication-centered reading program based on the Big6 model to observe its effects on communication skills and the positive changes in attitudes toward reading. To achieve this, a reading program was designed and implemented for male first-year middle school students from August 25, 2023, to December 29, 2023, through a library cooperation class. The results indicated that the reading program based on the Big6 model led to significant improvements in subdomains of communication skills, such as interpretation, self-presentation, and goal-setting abilities. Additionally, there was an increase in interest in reading, and subjective responses were analyzed as being positive.
이 연구의 목적은 팬데믹 기간 내 비대면 교육 환경에서 학교도서관은 어떻게 디지털 교육 도구를 교육 활동에 활용하였는가를 회고적으로 살펴보고, 뉴노멀 교육 환경에서 활용할 수 있는 에듀테크를 유형화하고 활용 방안을 제시하는 것이다. 먼저 팬데믹 기간 학교 현장에서 사용한 에듀테크 전반을 그 특성에 따라 범주화한 후 에듀테크 예시를 포함한 목록을 제시하였다. 이 목록을 학교도서관에 적용할 수 있도록 사서교사가 교육적 활용 수준에 따라 유형과 에듀테크 예시의 개수를 재조정하였다. 팬데믹 기간 내 학교도서관저널기획 특집 기사를 대상으로 학교도서관의 에듀테크 활용 사례를 분석하여 앞선 에듀테크 목록과 통합하였다. 이 과정을 통하여 학교도서관에서 활용할 수 있는 에듀테크 유형은 크게 관리형, 소통형, 생산성, 소비형, 평가형으로 나눌 수 있었으며 유형별 에듀테크의 구체적인 예시는 기획 특집 기사 사례를 참고해 제시하였다.