Current Proceedings on Technology

Yazarlar: Majid Sabzipour, Nader Naghshineh

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Anahtar Kelimeler:Electronic Reference Services,Dighital Reference Services,Academic Library,Library Websites,Tehran, 

Özet:   The present paper investigates the present status of the library websites of the government-sponsored universities in metropolitan Tehran and the preconditions necessary for upgrading of existing electronic reference services thereof. A questionnaire was distributed among the directors of libraries in question addressing issues such as finances, equipment, technical expertise and staff skills. Findings demonstrated that these libraries have been relatively successful in adapting ICT to library operations. In comparison with the technical and circulation departments, Reference service staff however demonstrated less familiarity with web technology. Library directors believe that lack of proper equipment and infrastructures as well as shortage of expert staff constitute the main impediments in offering e-reference services.

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