The influence of personal factors on resistance to technology adoption in university libraries in Bangladesh

IF 2 4区管理学 Q2 INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE

Information Development Pub Date : 2024-06-03 DOI:10.1177/02666669241257196

Md. Habibur Rahman, Azree Bin Ahmad, Mohd Zool Hilmie Bin Mohamed Sawal

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Abstract

This research explores the impact of personal factors on resistance to technology adoption in university libraries in Bangladesh, particularly among LIS (Library and Information Science) professionals. The study aims to reveal specific challenges and opportunities influencing attitudes toward technology integration, offering a nuanced understanding of resistance factors in this unique cultural and educational context. Through a qualitative case study with 21 LIS professionals from seven university libraries, conducted via semi-structured interviews guided by a questionnaire, recurring themes such as fear of job displacement, perceived technological self-efficacy, and concerns about disruptions to workflows emerge. Fear of job displacement refers to professionals’ apprehension about potential job loss due to technological advancements, while perceived technological self-efficacy reflects individuals’ confidence in using and adapting to new technologies. Concerns about disruptions to workflows highlight worries regarding the impact of technology implementation on existing work processes. Despite challenges, participants acknowledge potential benefits, emphasizing improved services. The study advocates for crucial strategies like comprehensive training programs and inclusive decision-making processes to alleviate resistance. This research provides a focused exploration, original insights, and practical value for advancing technology adoption in university libraries in Bangladesh, contributing to a deeper comprehension of complexities in technology integration within academic institutions.

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个人因素对孟加拉国大学图书馆采用技术的阻力的影响

本研究探讨了个人因素对孟加拉国大学图书馆采用技术的阻力的影响，特别是对 LIS（图书馆与信息科学）专业人员的影响。本研究旨在揭示影响人们对技术集成态度的具体挑战和机遇，从而对这一独特文化和教育背景下的阻力因素有一个细致入微的了解。通过对来自七所大学图书馆的 21 名图书馆与信息科学专业人员进行半结构式访谈，并在问卷调查的指导下开展定性案例研究，我们发现了一些反复出现的主题，如担心工作被取代、感知到的技术自我效能以及对工作流程中断的担忧。对工作被取代的恐惧是指专业人员对技术进步可能导致失业的担忧，而技术自我效能感则反映了个人对使用和适应新技术的信心。对工作流程中断的担忧突出了技术实施对现有工作流程的影响。尽管存在挑战，但参与者承认潜在的益处，并强调了服务的改善。该研究提倡采取全面培训计划和包容性决策过程等重要策略来减轻阻力。这项研究为推动孟加拉国大学图书馆的技术应用提供了重点探索、独到见解和实用价值，有助于加深对学术机构内技术整合复杂性的理解。

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Information Development INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE-

CiteScore

5.10

自引率

5.30%

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期刊介绍： Information Development is a peer-reviewed journal that aims to provide authoritative coverage of current developments in the provision, management and use of information throughout the world, with particular emphasis on the information needs and problems of developing countries. It deals with both the development of information systems, services and skills, and the role of information in personal and national development.