The implementation of mobile libraries (m-libraries) in Open University Malaysia

Shahril Effendi Ibrahim, (2012) The implementation of mobile libraries (m-libraries) in Open University Malaysia. In: International Conference on Information (ICI12), 12-13 December 2012, Kuala Lumpur.

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Abstract

This paper highlights the implementation of mobile libraries (m-libraries) initiative at Open University Malaysia (OUM). Established to expand its reach to existing user base and increase its appeal to segments that were previously unreachable, this initiative will support the concept of ubiquitous learning among OUM Learners. The usage of m-libraries among OUM community also will be discussed. Type of information retrieved when using m-libraries will be elaborated. The role of Quick Reading Codes (QR-Codes) in m-libraries environment and findings on usability test on the implementation of OUM m-libraries will be presented. Finally, the future of m-libraries will be briefly discussed.

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Other)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Mobile libraries (m-libraries), Academic libraries, Mobile devices, QR Codes, Ubiquitous learning
Subjects: Z Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources > Z665 Library Science. Information Science
Divisions: Tan Sri Dr. Abdullah Sanusi Digital Library
Depositing User: Shahril Effendi Ibrahim
Date Deposited: 17 Apr 2013 04:35
Last Modified: 15 May 2013 02:13
URI: http://library.oum.edu.my/repository/id/eprint/860

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