Embedding library services in research stages: Chinese subject service and the research lifecycle model

Liu, Shu

doi:10.23974/ijol.2017.vol2.1.24

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“…They identified grant preparation, literature searching, methodology and identification of collaborators as items for which they would need the library's support during the planning stage. A study by Liu (2017) identified five library support functions during the research life cycle planning stage. These include research information provision, a discipline development service, the construction of discipline resources, training researchers in literature searches and building service platforms.…”

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“…According to Raju and Schoombee (2013), the role of librarians has shifted towards ensuring that researchers are more self-sufficient and are "knowledgeable about available resources, where to find relevant scholarly information, how to use appropriate search strategies, including choosing search terms and search databases, and how to evaluate information". A study by Liu (2017) identified library support functions in this phase as that of RDM and data analysis consulting services. Koltay (2019) takes note of the usability of life cycle models in RDM because these models "provide a simple and understandable visualisation and, to some extent, reflect how researchers themselves perceive research".…”

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A qualitative assessment of the eResearch Knowledge Centre’s support practices in the Human Sciences Research Council in Pretoria, South Africa

Baudin,

Mapulanga

2023

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Purpose This paper aims to assess whether the current eResearch Knowledge Centre’s (eRKC) research support practices align with researchers’ requirements for achieving their research objectives. The study’s objectives were to assess the current eRKC research support services and to determine which are adequate and which are not in supporting the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) researchers. Design/methodology/approach This study uses interviews as part of the qualitative approach. The researcher chose to use interviews, as some aspects warranted further explanation during the interview. The interviews were scheduled using Zoom’s scheduling assistant. The interviews were semi-structured, guided by a flexible interview procedure and supplemented by follow-up questions, probes and comments. The research life cycle questions guided the interviews. The data obtained were coded and transcribed using MS Excel. The interview data were analysed, using NVivo, according to the themes identified in the research questions and aligned with the theory behind the study. Pre-determined codes were created in line with the six stages of the research life cycle and applied to group the data and extract meaning from each category. Interviewee responses were assigned to groups in line with the stages of the research life cycle. Findings The current eRKC research support services are aligned with the needs of HSRC researchers and highlight services that could be expanded or promoted more effectively to HSRC researchers. It proposes a new service, data analysis, and suggests that the eRKC could play a more prominent role in research impact, research data management and fostering collaboration with HSRC research divisions. Research limitations/implications This study is limited to assessing the eRKC’s support practices at the HSRC in Pretoria, South Africa. A more comprehensive study is needed for HSRC research services, capabilities and capacity. Practical implications Assessment of eRKC followed a comprehensive interviewee schedule that followed Raju and Schoombee’s research life cycle model. Social implications Zoom’s scheduling assistant may have generated Zoom fatigue and reduced productivity. Technical issues, losing time, communication gaps and distant time zones may have affected face-to-face interaction. Originality/value eRKC research support practices are rare in South Africa and most parts of the world. This study bridges the gap between theory and practice in assessing eRKC research support practices.

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Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

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Section: Research Support Services During the Gather Phasementioning

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A qualitative assessment of the eResearch Knowledge Centre’s support practices in the Human Sciences Research Council in Pretoria, South Africa

Baudin,

Mapulanga

2023

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The Role of the Librarian in the Research Life Cycle

Chigwada

2020

Advances in Library and Information Science

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This chapter documents the role that is played by the librarians in the research life cycle and how they collaborate with researchers. Initially, librarians were regarded as service people who provide research support services during the research process. A literature review was done to unpack how this role was affected by the digital technologies and examine the partnering role that is now being displayed by librarians. It was noted that although there are some challenges that are encountered, researchers are collaborating with librarians from idea generation to the dissemination of research findings and evaluating the impact of the research. It was recommended that librarians should move along with these changes and should continuously develop themselves so that they are aware of the services that they are supposed to provide during the research process.

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Embedding library services in research stages: Chinese subject service and the research lifecycle model

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A qualitative assessment of the eResearch Knowledge Centre’s support practices in the Human Sciences Research Council in Pretoria, South Africa

A qualitative assessment of the eResearch Knowledge Centre’s support practices in the Human Sciences Research Council in Pretoria, South Africa

The Role of the Librarian in the Research Life Cycle

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