The Internationalization of the Academic Library

The Internationalization of the Academic Library offers a theoretically informed, empirically grounded analysis of the process of academic library internationalization, arguing that libraries need to be more deliberate in their efforts and collaborate with other college personnel and departments. It appeals to researchers and students in library science and higher education administration.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 138 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The process of academic library internationalization is explored in-depth in The Internationalization of the Academic Library, a theoretically informed, empirically grounded study. Lombard examines internationalization at the departmental level of an academic library by conducting interviews with library staff from all over the world. The study demonstrates that college and library staff have good intentions when it comes to internationalization, but there is little commitment to a deliberate, holistic role in the libraries studied. The book makes the case that libraries must be more deliberate in their internationalization efforts and work with other college staff and departments outside the library, drawing on internationalization expertise and models of prominent scholars. Lombard argues that internationalization can enhance a better understanding of the potential for transformation of a library's mission, vision, and policy.

The Internationalization of the Academic Library spans the domains of library science and higher education administration, making it a valuable resource for researchers and students in these fields. Library professionals worldwide will also find much to engage them within the book.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367653194