Awareness, Adoption, and Status of Mobile-Based Library Services at University Libraries in Bangladesh: Viewpoints of Service Providers and Recipients

This study aims to explore the current trends of mobile-based library services in tertiary academia across Bangladesh. Using a mixed-method approach, it investigated students' (365) awareness and expectations regarding mobile library services through a survey; an interview was conducted to asse...

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Published in:Journal of library & information services in distance learning Vol. 19; no. 3; pp. 105 - 132
Main Authors: Rahman, Md. Hamidur, Yesmin, Shamima
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Binghamton Routledge 03.07.2025
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects:
Academic libraries
Consciousness
digital library services
Expectations
Libraries
Library cataloging
library services
Mobile services
mobile technologies
Mobile-based library services
Professionals
Services
Software
Students
university libraries
Bangladesh
ISSN:1533-290X, 1533-2918
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Summary:This study aims to explore the current trends of mobile-based library services in tertiary academia across Bangladesh. Using a mixed-method approach, it investigated students' (365) awareness and expectations regarding mobile library services through a survey; an interview was conducted to assess the perspectives of library professionals (52) on adopting mobile services in university libraries. Results reveal a significant awareness gap, with 35.6% of students still unaware of mobile library services. Students expressed strong expectations for mobile platforms, indicating mobile apps and mobile-friendly websites would benefit their studies. Library professionals recognized the potential of mobile services; however, they highlighted some challenges.
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ISSN:1533-290X
1533-2918
DOI:10.1080/1533290X.2025.2533818