QQML 2009 International Conference: “Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Libraries”

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

9-18-2009

School

Library and Information Science

Abstract

Purpose: This review reports on the first Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Libraries International Conference held in Chania, Crete, Greece.

Design/Methodology/Approach: The methodological approach is anthropological participant observation.

Findings: Approximately 150 attendees from 50 different countries participated and exchanged ideas, methodologies, and techniques related to library research.

Practical Implications: Presentation of research related to various types of libraries is a way to disseminate research results as well as promote and stimulate further research.

Originality/Value: There is a need to expand the body of both qualitative and quantitative LIS research related to library research, particularly the evaluation of library services

Publication Title

Library Hi Tech News

Volume

26

Issue

8

First Page

7

Last Page

8

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