Analyzing the advancement of information landscape transformation through scientific communication by librarian
Document Type
Conference Item (Restricted)
Publication Date
1-1-2023
Abstract
The digital revolution has profoundly transformed the information landscape, ushering in a new era that demands a redefinition of librarians' roles in facilitating scholarly communication. This study explores this ever-evolving terrain, focusing on librarians' active involvement in scientific communication and its profound implications for the broader academic community. In today's rapidly evolving information landscape, librarians have transcended their traditional roles, evolving into dynamic knowledge creators rather than mere information managers. They must now extend their expertise beyond collection management to embrace knowledge acquisition and management as essential aspects of their work. In an era characterized by the ubiquity of digital information, librarians and information professionals have become indispensable stewards of knowledge access, repositories of expertise, and champions of open and equitable information dissemination. The transformation of librarians and information professionals is evident as they transition from being custodians of physical collections to becoming active collaborators in the digital realm. Their pivotal role lies in connecting researchers, educators, and students to a wealth of digital resources, navigating the complexities of online databases, open data initiatives, and the advancement of artificial intelligence-driven information provision. At the heart of this transformation is librarians' unwavering commitment to advancing open access and open science initiatives. Embracing scientific communication empowers librarians to access research findings, promote the adoption of open educational resources, and dismantle barriers to information. This underscores the multifaceted role of librarians in shaping the transformation of the information landscape. They achieve this by fostering digital resource management, advocating for open access, providing vital information literacy education, and engaging in collaborative research through scientific communication. This multifaceted engagement highlights their critical position as catalysts for positive change within the evolving scholarly ecosystem, bridging the gap between technology and human intelligence to ensure the continued growth and dissemination of knowledge in the digital age.
Keywords
Scientific communication
Divisions
Library_main
Event Title
International Research Symposium of NILIS 2023
Event Location
Sri Lanka
Event Dates
15 November 2023
Event Type
conference
Additional Information
Mohd Faizal Hamzah https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohd-faizal-hamzah-0b256330/