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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © 2005 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
- ISSN
- 1065-075X
- DOI
- 10.1108/10650750510578109
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Purpose – To look at how collaborative tools, such as Wikis, can be utilized in a digital library environment. Design/methodology/approach – A discussion of Wikis and postulation as to how such a tool might be used to facilitate research and collaboration in a digital library setting. Findings – Three potential applications of a digital library Wiki are discussed – the Wiki as a knowledge base tool, the Wiki as a content management tool, and the Wiki as a tool to empower interactive finding aids. Originality/value – Provides ideas for digital library developers and implementers, especially those looking for increasing collaboration and interactivity in digital libraries.
Journal
OCLC Systems & Services – Emerald Publishing
Published: Mar 1, 2005
Keywords: Digital libraries; Communication technologies; Research methods