Bowen, Howard. Investment in learning: The individual and social value of American higher education. Routledge, 2018.
In Investment in Learning, Bowen analyses the topic from the economic perspective and accountability of the fee paid by the student. In his postulation, it is attributed that most of the students pay the fee but do not get the chance to visit the library during its normal operating hours not because it is out of bound but because they do not have enough time during the day. Using an example, Bowen states that a student who is working and learning at the same time may not have time to visit the library since they are always out working during the day. Such students depend on their free time in the evening or at night to concentrate on their college work. Availability of library services throughout the night will allow them to balance in between their busy schedule and to have adequate time to visit the library if necessary.
The information portrayed by the author can be perceived to be true. The author commenced his articulation by first a case scenario of a college student who has to balance between schooling and employment. He then dwells most on the importance of the 24-hour library system to those who carry out part-time studies and international students. Throughout the article, the author uses quotations to build on the authenticity of the claims. The use of citations in the articulation is an added proof of the information hence can be considered to be viable.
Investment in learning is relevant to the study since it provides an insightful advantage of the 24-hour study to those who are unable to attend the school normally. International students have been on the rise, and due to the time difference, on some occasions, they don’t manage to go through the same visual classes with other because of their schedule or availability of needed resources. The 24-hour library system can otherwise help address the issue of unavailability of resources. With the ability to access the library both in the day and at night, the students can obtain the required resource at the right time especially when attending visual or online lases through video
Bryson, Jo. Effective library and information centre management. Routledge, 2017
According to Bryson, the college provides a difficult time beside the midterms and the final exams. The stress that is put on the students by multiple assignments cannot be understated. Though the extension of library hours can be considered as a waste of time and resources and money that could otherwise be used somewhere on college, it is significant to prioritize the needs of the student. The author makes it clear that availing the libraries all the time is one of the ways of prioritizing the students since it is their property and their accessibility need not be regulated.
The information portrayed in the publication cannot be authenticated. Though it provides a detailed evaluation of the importance of a 24-hour library through focusing mainly on the students’ welfare, the basis of the argument is not in relation to any fact. Lack of references and data to show how the authors came into a conclusion and as such, questions the credibility of the contained information.
The paper dwells on the effective use of library information through facilitated management. The source is relevant to the research since the 24-hour library does not only include the opening of the doors all the time. It incorporates management that will enhance smooth operation and organization in the facility. As postulated by the author effective use of the library should be witnessed on the results of the students.
Hammersley, Martyn. Reading. Ethnographic research Routledge, 2016.
In the Ethnographic research, Hammersley focus on the impacts of the 24-hour library. According to the interviews and the reports of the filled questionnaire, the 24-hour library system is believed to have more benefits than its drawbacks. For instance, it is attributed that it will address the kicking out of students out of libraries in the evening since the students will have the opportunity to carry out their researches at their own free time. It is also mentioned in the article that through this mechanisms, students will only go to the library when they need it. This will address the overcrowding always witnessed in the libraries during midterms and exam period.
In the postulation, the publication employs the use of data to substantiate the information. However, the source of data used in the paper is not indicated. To ascertain the credibility of the data used, reference should be made to the relevant document containing the data or a report of the study that details or the information and as such the information in the article may not be the truth. However, it is logical that the introduction of the 24-hour library will call for the employment of more workers and as such, the argument can be considered factual.
The information in the article is relevant to the topic of discussion since it provides significant information on the relevancy of the introduction of a 24-hour library in colleges. Through the highlighted advantages and disadvantages, it is easier for the administrations to decide on whether to adopt the system or avoid it based on the benefits it poses to the students
Jain, Ruchi, and Sandeep Kumar Pathak. "Importance of Library Resource Guide and Role of the Librarian." (2016).
In Importance of Library Resource Guide and Role of the Librarian, the authors focus their argument on the custodian of the library. In their attribution, the librarian is the chief manager of a library since they are the link between the information resources and the students. It is said by the authors that in the absence of a librarian, the performance of the library may not be as effective as expected. Librarians in this context are considered as among the main stakeholders that need to be consulted before the adoption of the 24-hour library.
The author introduces the article with a thesis statement which informal the reader of the expected argument in the paper. To prove the information, the author provides numerous quotations with the inclusion of the names and the title of the authors which defines their careers and field of expertise. Regarding the original authors of the quoted text, I consider the information in the article reliable.
The adoption of a 24-hour library insinuates that more staff will be needed. It will be the mandate of the school administration to ensure that so long as the library doors remain open for the students, a responsible staff should be in charge of the facility. Will the adoption of the 24-hour library, a night shift must be introduced to provide the necessary services needed by those who would like to use the facility at night. Based on the stipulated information, the resource is significant and relevant to the study.
Ma, Jennifer, Matea Pender, and Meredith Welch. "Education Pays 2016: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. Trends in Higher Education Series." College Board (2016).
Concerning the operations of libraries twenty-four hours every day, the authors in their articulation attribute that though there are numerous advantages of the system, it poses disadvantages that need to be highlighted. The first disadvantage pointed out by the authors is the use of the libraries as homes by the homeless. Being that only identification is needed to get access, some students may make the library their place of sleep. Such students will get into the library after the daily activities and pretend to be reading throughout the night. It is also attributed the cost of running the library for 24 hours will double the library expenses. In their article, the 24-hour library needs two operating groups. Those working during the day and those working during the night. If the eight working hours rule is to be established, then three shifts of workers may be needed. It is also mentioned that it may lead to a fee increase for the students to address the additional costs which may not augur well with parents and guardians.
The article provides a preview of a report of a research team which has not been mentioned. From the illustrations, the research was geared towards the establishment disadvantages of allowing the libraries to work both day and night throughout the year. Though this has been illustrated in the article, the source of information confirming the allegations is missing. The report of the research is not referenced in the article, and neither is the name of the research or research team mentioned and as such the information may not be reliable. However, in reality, some of the highlighted disadvantages were evident in every society or college.
In addressing the benefit of having the college libraries working for twenty-four hours throughout the year, the resource is important in that it addresses both the benefits and drawbacks of the system. Having the ideology of both the advantages and disadvantages of the opening can facilitate decision making on whether having college libraries open twenty-four hours throughout the year is recommended or not. The authors through their report compare both the advantages and disadvantages of the idea based on their research. Providing both sides of the concepts affirm that the authors are not biased on the matter and failure to give their conclusion allows the reader to decide on the best mechanism.
Mascarenhas, R., et al. "The Increase In Scientific Production And The Importance Of Library." Value In Health. Vol. 20. No. 9. 360 Park Ave South, New York, Ny 10010-1710 Usa: Elsevier Science Inc, 2017.
Mascarenhas et al. focus the attention of their research on technological advancement and the need for research. The authors attribute that library is important as it enhances scientific reproduction. Regarding their argument, it is postulated that be it not for the reading of books, the improvements witnessed in the technological field could not have been realized. With the change in the environment such as global warming, scientific research is necessary to ensure the world is made a better place that it is.
The article is a significant source of information mainly because it focuses on the importance of technological development in the library and the use of online library. The use of reference and logically example in the article illustrate the reliability of the information.
The resource is significant to the research since a library is more than a physical building. With technological advancement, the online library has been established where individuals can borrow academic resources and journals online, however, in most cases., the customer care or support services in these online libraries often operate with the normal working hours unless the computerized customer care which in most cases may not provide the most needed help. With the information contained in this paper regarding the online library, it is of great relevance to the study
Conclusion
There are overwhelming advantages regarding opening the college libraries throughout the day and at night all year round. It is important since it encourages the culture of reading and research that enhances innovations and inventions amount the students. The 24-hour system of operations is not only important to the college students but also researches and the college staff who are interested in reading and research work. The adoption of such a system will also increase employment opportunities as such help the community at large. Though there are other disadvantages, utilitarian theory advocates for the employment of mechanisms with best advantages to the majority of the populace (Mill 338).
Works Cited
Bowen, Howard. Investment in learning: The individual and social value of American higher education. Routledge, 2018.
Bryson, Jo. Effective library and information centre management. Routledge, 2017
Hammersley, Martyn. Reading. ethnographic research Routledge, 2016
Jain, Ruchi, and Sandeep Kumar Pathak. "Importance of Library Resource Guide and Role of the Librarian." (2016).
Ma, Jennifer, Matea Pender, and Meredith Welch. "Education Pays 2016: The Benefits of Higher Education for Individuals and Society. Trends in Higher Education Series." College Board (2016).
Mascarenhas, R., et al. "The Increase In Scientific Production And The Importance Of Library." Value In Health. Vol. 20. No. 9. 360 Park Ave South, New York, Ny 10010-1710 Usa: Elsevier Science Inc, 2017
Mill, John Stuart. "Utilitarianism." Seven Masterpieces of Philosophy. Routledge, 2016. 337-383.
