Design Standards in Central Libraries of Universities in Isfahan

Document Type : Research ŮŽ Article

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1 Assistant Professor; of Library and Information Science, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, I.R. Iran

2 M.A. in Library and Information Science; Central Library and Document Center, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, I.R. Iran

3 B.A. in Library and Information Science; Central Library and Document Center, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, I.R. Iran

Abstract

Purpose: The objective of this research was to study the extent to which standards are observed in the designing of central library buildings at universities in Isfahan. . This is done based on the model established by the American Library Association.
Design/ Methodology/Approach: The six central library buildings of universities in Isfahan were surveyed using a checklist. Descriptive statistical indexes were employed to analyze the data collected.
Findings: In the central libraries of only two universities - Isfahan University of Technology and The University of Isfahan - more than 50% of the standards for designing library buildings were met. With regard to the extent to which library building standards are observed, Isfahan University of Technology is first level and Payame Noor University of Isfahan is at the bottom of the list.
Conclusion: On average, 44% of the design standards for library buildings are observed in designing the buildings for central libraries in Isfahan universities.

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Librarianship and Information Organization Studies
Volume 22, Issue 3 - Serial Number 3
87
December 2011
Pages 6-23

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  • Receive Date: 04 September 2010
  • Revise Date: 22 April 2015
  • Accept Date: 06 March 2011

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