PERSPECTIVES OF OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES FOR THE LIBRARY-INFORMATION FIELD: Insights from Ranganathan

Abstract

Sociotechnical transformations propelled by information and communication technologies, coupled with the integration of computers into telecommunication networks, have profoundly impacted the daily lives of contemporary individuals. In response to these shifts, libraries are increasingly adapting their services and products to virtual environments. This adaptation aims to foster practices that encourage democratic access to knowledge, particularly through Open Educational Resources (OER). The evolution of library and information professional roles, along with the emergence of OER, is made possible within a context of growing utilization of information and communication technologies integrated into the knowledge and practices of these institutions. This paper offers an overview of the scientific production concerning OER in the library and information science field during the 2013-2016 quadrennium, as published in relevant journals and on the Sucupira platform. The search was restricted to titles classified as A1, A2, B1, and B2, focusing on national (Brazilian) and Latin American literature.