Guest editorial

Chen, Chia-Chen; Cámara, Carmen; Hsiao, Kuo‐Lun; Hsu, Tien‐Yu; Sangaiah, Arun Kumar

doi:10.1108/el-10-2019-269

Cited by 2 publications

(3 citation statements)

References 10 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…The IKS of a library has the following main features: (1) strong data management as it gives the library improved data storage ability, more powerful data computing ability and more intelligent data analysis ability by using big data, cloud computing, mass storage and other technologies [28]; (2) advanced service application as the library has a more compatible network throughput ability using cross-network, cross-media, cross terminal and other technologies [29]; (3) deep knowledge interaction through more intelligent man-machine operation simulation, more real-time knowledge and information synchronisation, and more realistic virtual service perception by using virtual reality, man-machine synchronisation, and biological bionic technology [30,31] and (4) comprehensive autonomous learning [32], leading to a more autonomous service ability, deeper information knowledge mining, faster service transformation and upgrading using active learning, deep computing, repeated iterations and other technologies.…”

Section: The Relationship Between Is and Iks Of A Librarymentioning

confidence: 99%

How to improve the university library intelligent knowledge service: A system dynamics model

Chen

McNab

Zhang

2021

Journal of Information Science

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Based on the theory of system dynamics, this article analyses the system composition of a university library intelligent knowledge service (IKS) and its relevant functions. First, we designed a system dynamics model involved the steps and flow of system modelling, the analysis and frame diagram, the system boundaries and their settings, and the system causality model. Furthermore, the system simulation of the IKS is carried out with result analysis, validity test and application analysis. The system simulation results show that (1) the model can simulate the system operation processes of a university library IKS, (2) the model reveals the relationships and the operation trends among the elements of the IKS and (3) the effective implementation of a library IKS can be improved by following the essential law of service development, paying attention to the coordination and interaction among constituent elements, and influencing measures around key variables.

show abstract

Section: The Relationship Between Is and Iks Of A Librarymentioning

confidence: 99%

How to improve the university library intelligent knowledge service: A system dynamics model

Chen

McNab

Zhang

2021

Journal of Information Science

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…In recent years, the smart library trend means that libraries are using more emerging technologies (Chen et al, 2019;Gul and Bano, 2019). Cao et al (2018) defined the smart library as one that integrates the technologies, services and learning of the users.…”

Section: Effects Of Applying Virtual Reality Technology In Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…According to Gul and Bano (2019), it is a trend that libraries are turning smart by using more emerging and innovative technologies, not only AR (including VR) but also artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, data mining, blockchain technology and so on. The authors believe that more local universities will follow the trend and turn their libraries into smart libraries to serve as a EL 38,4 hub for promoting the application of emerging technologies of various academic disciplines and in a cross-disciplinary manner (Chen et al, 2019).…”

Section: Suggestions For Potential Service Providersmentioning

confidence: 99%

Virtual reality services in academic libraries: deployment experience in Hong Kong

Suen¹,

Chiu²,

Tang

2020

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Purpose Virtual Reality (VR) has become a popular topic recently, and the quality of immersive experience nowadays is beyond our imagination. While VR applications for entertainment are common, it is a new and popular trend in academic libraries. Although many academic libraries in the West have started to provide VR services to catch up with the trend, the deployment is not quite popular in the East. This research aims to identify the reasons behind such phenomenon. Design/methodology/approach This research explores this phenomenon by studying two selected cases through interviews, site visits, and website/document analysis: the CAVE of the City University of Hong Kong Library and the VR Experience Zone of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University Library. Findings The findings indicated that VR library services are well-received and meeting user needs. However, the major limitations of using VR in academic libraries are technical capability, space and budget, causing libraries to hesitate in introducing and developing VR services. Originality/value Scant studies focus on the development, management and user feedback of VR services in academic libraries, especially in the East. Based on the findings, possible solutions for academic libraries interested in taking part in this trend are suggested.

show abstract

Guest editorial

Cited by 2 publications

References 10 publications

How to improve the university library intelligent knowledge service: A system dynamics model

How to improve the university library intelligent knowledge service: A system dynamics model

Virtual reality services in academic libraries: deployment experience in Hong Kong

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About