Academic library as an innovation hub: A critical analysis of the literature from 2011 to 2019

The increasing popularity of libraries as learning and innovation hubs in higher education institutions have prompted scholars and librarians to explore its potential as a learning environment that supports 21st century education. This examination of scholarly articles of the academic library as an...

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Main Authors: Cruz, Kate Lora Q., Gonda, Jojie
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Published: Animo Repository 2020
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Online Access:https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/faculty_research/9313
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Institution: De La Salle University
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Summary:The increasing popularity of libraries as learning and innovation hubs in higher education institutions have prompted scholars and librarians to explore its potential as a learning environment that supports 21st century education. This examination of scholarly articles of the academic library as an innovation hub, covering an eight-year period, 2011-2019, showcases the breadth and depth of research undertaken in this area of library spaces. Using Scopus database as a source, scholarly articles were retrieved and analyzed. The authors will describe the demographics of the selected studies in terms of document type, general topic and/or context, research design, and publication venues. A qualitative analysis of 300 articles relevant to identified themes will be used for this undertaking. The findings will highlight the interest of academic librarians in creating and redesigning library spaces to promote collaboration and innovation skills among the academic populace.