Library 2.0 principles and Ranganathan's fifth law.
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2010
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UNISA
Abstract
Ranganathan’s five laws of library science were first published in 1931. Although initially
devised for the Indian context, these laws have been adapted – in form and spirit – by
libraries all over the world. With the emergence of new librarianship models such as
Library 2.0, most practitioners wonder whether the laws still hold. This study used critical
documentary analysis to investigate the relationship between the Library 2.0 principles
and Ranganathan’s fifth law. The authors conclude that this law, like the other four, remains
applicable in most instances. However, some scenarios require careful consideration and
adjustment of the fifth law.
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Kwanya, T., Stilwell, C., Underwood, P.G. 2010. Library 2.0 principles and Ranganathan's fifth law. Mousaion 28(2), 1-16.