Library and Information Science Research in Asia-Oceania: Theory and Practice (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781466651586)

Historically, the major Library and Information Science (LIS) research-producing centers of the world have largely been the universities and information institutions of North America, the United Kingdom, and Europe. This is changing with the growth of Asian economies, universities, and information industries. Library and Information Science Research in Asia-Oceania: Theory and Practice presents evolving and emerging research and development in the field of library and information science (LIS) in diverse countries in Asia-Oceania as the region continues to develop. This book is intended as a useful resource for LIS researchers, scholars, students, professionals, and practitioners, and is an appropriate text for courses in LIS. In addition, anyone interested in understanding the LIS field in the region will find this book a fascinating and enlightening read.

Author: Jia Tina Du
ISBN-10: 146665158X
ISBN-13: 9781466651586
Publisher: Information Science Reference
Language: English
Published: 02/28/2014
Pages: 372
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.54lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.88d