The Future of Libraries: Skills, Challenges, and Innovative Visions for Future Librarians
- DOI
- 10.2991/978-94-6463-712-0_7How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Future Librarianship; Information Explosion; Creativity; Innovation; Accessibility; Artificial Intelligence
- Abstract
This research paper explores the evolving and dynamic role of librarians in the age of rapid technological advancements and dynamic user expectations. It highlights the essential skills required for future librarians, including technological proficiency, communication, research, leadership, and cultural competence. The paper presents a futuristic vision of libraries as community hubs that foster engagement, embrace innovation, and promote sustainability through the integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data. Furthermore, it identifies significant challenges and barriers, such as funding limitations, resistance to change, and the digital divide, which hinder the evolution of librarianship. Recommendations for stakeholders, including library educators and policymakers, are provided to facilitate a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. By addressing these challenges and investing in skill development, libraries can remain relevant and responsive to the diverse needs of their communities, ensuring their vital role in the information landscape of the future.
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TY - CONF AU - Zeeshan Ali Siddiqui PY - 2025 DA - 2025/05/15 TI - The Future of Libraries: Skills, Challenges, and Innovative Visions for Future Librarians BT - Proceedings of the International Conference on Marching Beyond the Libraries (ICMBL): Leadership, Creativity, and Innovation (ICMBL 2024) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 78 EP - 94 SN - 2352-5428 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-712-0_7 DO - 10.2991/978-94-6463-712-0_7 ID - Siddiqui2025 ER -