Purpose: This paper tries to qualitatively present the issues related to axes of development in digital libraries, including human force, content, services, and technology, and provide a clear viewpoint in this regard by considering all existing aspects. Methodology: In this paper, all existing resources were used. Through citation (library) method, the related literature was studied and, besi...

purpose: This research aimed at the Identification of the necessities for implementation of bibliotherapy in public libraries from the perspective of knowledge and information science professionals and Psychology professionals, and Proposing a Model. Methodology: At first, in order to identify the necessary components for the implementation of bibliotherapy in the public libraries, we tried to...

Objective: The aim is to discover the underlying context components of IOT usability in Iranian libraries: A qualitative approach consistent with grounded theory. Method: This qualitative study was conducted based on grounded theory. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 13 faculty members of knowledge and information science based on purposeful and chain methods. Responsi...

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to develop a strategic plan to improve the quality of public libraries in order to resolve financial barriers and better internal processes using structural modeling of interpretations of the library experts.  Methodology: This research conducted using a single cross-sectional survey fieldwork. Methods of data collection include questionnaires, interviews...

Purpose: Due to the rapid changes in work environments and fast advancements in the information and communication technologies , the need for staff’s physical presence in work environment has been decreased. As a result, teleworking has been considered by organizations. This study investigates the views of library managers and librarians of Kerman province public libraries on teleworking and it...

Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of public libraries (services and functions) in the economic development of society from the perspective of librarians and public library managers. Method: The present study was a quantitative research project and was conducted as a survey. A questionnaire was used to collect data. Findings: Findings in the present study showed ...

Background and Aim: University libraries must meet certain criteria to enter fourth-generation libraries, one of which is the use of new technologies. The aim of this study was to identify the attitudes of library users of medical universities towards the components of augmented reality (AR) technology. Materials and Methods: The research method was survey and type of study was applied. Quanti...