The problem of dwindling usage of libraries and library membership is a significant concern in many communities worldwide. Libraries have traditionally served as important centres for knowledge, education, and community engagement, but in recent years, they have faced challenges in maintaining their relevance and attracting users. The public libraries in Malaysia are among the libraries that bear the full brunt of this disturbing issue.
Among the factors that contribute to this problem are:
The main objective of this colloquium is to discuss, exchange ideas and share experiences on the methods and approaches in tackling the issue of dwindling usage of library and library membership in Malaysia.
Mainstreaming library and information services is a dynamic process that integrates these invaluable resources seamlessly into diverse community facets. By transcending physical spaces and embracing digital realms, libraries become epicentres of knowledge accessible to all. This evolution ensures equitable access to information, empowering individuals with lifelong learning tools. Mainstreaming also fosters partnerships, collaborating with schools, businesses, and cultural institutions, amplifying their impact. As society's informational landscape evolves, libraries adapt, offering innovative services such as digital literacy programs, media creation spaces, and virtual reference assistance. Mainstreaming propels libraries from mere repositories to interactive hubs, enriching lives through the democratization of knowledge.
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0900 - 0910 | Introduction by moderator |
0910 - 0930 | Opening remarks by YBhg. Datuk Dr. Abang Haji Abdul Rauf bin Abang Haji Zen (Chairman, Board of Management, Pustaka Negeri Sarawak) |
0930 - 1010 | Keynote Address by Dr. Ghazali Mohd Fadzil, (President of Librarian’s Association of Malaysia) |
1010 - 1035 | Commercial Break |
1035 - 1105 | Advancing User-Centered Design in the UiTM Library - ADI AZRI MOHAMAD, UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA, CAWANGAN SARAWAK KAMPUS MUKAH |
1105 - 1135 | Program Kail (Karung Ilmu) - MOHD TARMIZI WAHAB, PERBADANAN PERPUSTAKAAN AWAM NEGERI PERLIS |
1135 – 1205 | E-Learning Platform By Sarawak State Library - SHASHA ARANTXA MA’CK CROSE, PUSTAKA NEGERI SARAWAK |
1205 - 1235 | Menggarap Kolaborasi, Menyemai Budaya Membaca - RAIFUDEEN ABD LATIF, PERPUSTAKAAN AWAM NEGERI MELAKA |
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0900 - 0910 | Introduction by moderator |
0910 - 0930 | Makerspace: Pembudayaan Kreativiti Dan Inovasi Di Pustaka Negeri Sarawak, Miri - RAZAK RAMBILI, PUSTAKA NEGERI SARAWAK, MIRI |
0930 - 0950 | Providing Reference Service To Sarawak Civil Service: Current Awareness Service By Pustaka Negeri Sarawak - ROZANA OCTOVIA RAYMOND UMPU, PUSTAKA NEGERI SARAWAK |
0950 - 1010 | Mainstreaming Oral History Practise: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak Chapter - MUHD SHAHRUL BAHRO & NADZRAH MOHD OTHMAN, PUSTAKA NEGERI SARAWAK |
1010 - 1030 | Possible Ways Forward in Mainstreaming Library and Information Services - JAPRI BUJANG MASLI, PUSTAKA NEGERI SARAWAK |
1030 - 1100 | Live Q & A Session |