Donating and Exchanging Information Resources between the National Library of Iran and Libraries and Centers of Iranian Studies in Europe

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Assistant Professor, History of Islamic Iran, National Library and Archives of I.R.of Iran, Tehran, Iran

10.30484/nastinfo.2024.3504.2249

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Purpose: This research aimed to identify and review the priorities for formulating an exchange and donating policy for information resources between the National Library of Iran and European libraries. The resources will be compiled according to the cultural-linguistic characteristics of the destination regions and countries. The successful implementation of this project could pave the way for similar initiatives in other areas and countries.
Method: The current research, which values the expertise and insights of its participants, is classified as descriptive-survey research due to its nature and process. The statistical population has been selected from the following three groups: faculty members of the National Library of Iran, cultural consultants of the I.R. of Iran in European countries, and librarians working in donation and exchange units. Their role in shaping the future of cultural exchange is not just invaluable but crucial to the success of this project.
Findings: In the first part, the background and importance of resource exchange from the middle of the 20th century and from the point of view of policymakers and important Western libraries were examined. From the point of view of the contributors, national libraries should be the first destination of selected resources. According to him, there is no significant difference between different countries and regions of the European continent in terms of interest in Iranian publications, and sending sources to them is equally important. According to experts, historical sources of Iran and illustrated books containing images of Iran are the first and second priority. Among the historical sources, the works related to the history of contemporary Iran, which refers to the period from the 20th century to the present, the history of ancient Iran, and the attractions and sights of Iran have been the most important. In Persian language and literature, the works related to the contemporary literature of Iran are the priority, followed by the classical texts of Persian literature and the texts of Persian language education. Also, from most respondents' point of view, contemporary Iran is the priority in all three mentioned areas.
Conclusion: The research concludes that the exchange and donation of resources between the National Library of Iran and European libraries is not just an opportunity but a significant one. It's a chance to introduce Iran's rich culture and history to a broader audience. By strategically selecting resources that align with the formal priorities and subjects related to Iran's culture and civilization, the efficiency of this exchange can be significantly improved, inspiring similar initiatives in other areas and countries.

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Librarianship and Information Organization Studies
Volume 35, Issue 3 - Serial Number 139
September 2024
Pages 77-102

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  • Receive Date: 07 February 2024
  • Revise Date: 12 May 2024
  • Accept Date: 12 June 2024

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