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- Title
Uporaba lokatorja Cobiss+ v šolski knjižnici -- z digitalnim lokatorjem do bolj samostojnih in zadovoljnih uporabnikov knjižnice.
- Authors
Banjanin, Gordana
- Abstract
Purpose: In the article, we present the use of assistive technology to increase the efficiency of library services. With the help of the conducted research, we present the first experiences of librarians and their users in introducing the locator tool in the Cobiss+ system. We asked the following questions: For what purpose did the libraries decide to use the locator? Has the way of searching for materials changed in the libraries with a locator? What are the reactions of users to the possibility of searching with a locator? What are librarians' reactions to the Cobiss locator app as a whole? Methodology/approach: Using the survey method, we sent 12 online survey questions, 8 of which were closed type, to the addresses of 38 libraries of various types, which at least opened a working environment for the creation of the tool within 6 months after the publication of the locator. The final response was from 11 libraries. Results: The research showed many advantages of the Cobiss locator for users, who can find material on the shelf much faster even in a less familiar library environment, it is easy to use in different types and sizes of libraries, it gives more independence to users when they need it. It saves librarians time for professional work and helps organize the library collection. Deficiencies were also pointed out in the production, which is more demanding in larger libraries, unsuitable for the youngest users and for individuals who have problems with orientation in space. With regular use, it becomes an indispensable and unified tool for all types of libraries. Limitations of the research: Too short a time and a small number of libraries that have already started using the locator to get more specific results. Originality/applicability of the research: To acquaint the widest circle of librarians with the first findings of concrete advantages and current shortcomings of the book locator and thereby encourage its use in as many libraries as possible for greater satisfaction of users and librarians.
- Subjects
SCHOOL librarians; DIGITAL technology; SCHOOL libraries
- Publication
Library / Knjižnica, 2023, Vol 67, Issue 3/4, p69
- ISSN
0023-2424
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.55741/knj.67.3-4.3