• Journal of Korean Library and Information Science Society
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• v.42 no.1
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• pp.269-297
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• 2011

The purpose of this study is to investigate the current nationwide status of the multicultural and multilingual library services in Korea. To do this, a survey aimed at the public libraries, the non-governmental organizations and the governmental bodies that provided library services with multicultural and multilingual materials was conducted. Also, 15 librarians and the persons in charge were interviewed. As a result of this study, some recommendations not only regarding national library policies but also regarding public libraries providing multicultural library services to local users were suggested.

• Journal of the Korean BIBLIA Society for library and Information Science
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• v.34 no.4
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• pp.77-99
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• 2023

This study aims to quantitatively assess collection and circulation data of one small library in an area where multicultural users are concentrated and draw policy implications on improving multicultural services for public libraries. The Ansan Multicultural Small Library was selected for examining the library's collection and circulation usages from 2016 to 2022. The numbers of collection and circulation, collection turnover rates and use factors were calculated by year, language, and KDC subject. The result of this study presents the empirical evidence drawn from users' circulation usage, which can be a basis for leading to valid collection development and multicultural service policies.

• Journal of the Korean BIBLIA Society for library and Information Science
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• v.25 no.3
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• pp.77-100
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• 2014

This study aims to investigate the perception of public library users, who are local residences, on the multi-cultural services in public libraries using a series of statistical analyses on a questionnaire survey. The objectives of multi-cultural policies by Korean government are to foster assimilation of the multi-cultural people, social unification of Korean (local) communities, and cultural diversity in the communities. The results from the analyses show that the multi-cultural services in public libraries are understood from the unification and assimilation point of views, and that the perception of the multi-cultural services in public libraries is affected by the libraries' marketing activities, such as advertisements and participation. For the sustainable provision of the services, we suggest that the libraries would better consider 1) multi-oriented services with cultural diversity, assimilation, and social unification, 2) relationship with other multi-cultural agencies in a community, and 3) the perception of local residences on the services in public libraries.

• Journal of Korean Library and Information Science Society
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• v.43 no.2
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• pp.5-27
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• 2012

The purpose of this study is to figure out the multicultural library services that reflects the unique socio-cultural characteristics of Korea. The Korean libraries have accomplished very prompt adaptations and unquestioning acceptance of the western model, although Korean conditions are totally different from the western. Under these circumstances, this study intends to critically analyze the multucultural library services, based on a thorough investigation of the American libraries' experiences. As a result, this study suggests the proper answers which can be applied to the present Korean library situation. The data for discussion were collected by literature survey, direct observation of American public libraries, and interviews or e-mails with American librarians.

• Journal of Korean Library and Information Science Society
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• v.46 no.2
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• pp.337-366
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• 2015

This study had begun about the conflict between a lack of social adjustment and integration program for resident foreigners in Korea and a duplication of multicultural service in a specific area. This study was implemented through literature review and interview for analyses of the current status and problems of multicultural policy, subdivided into 3-stages model to reach the multiculturalism as multicultural policy process. The first stage suggested the unification of a channel for establishing a policies, reinforcing the functions of government ministries and the cooperation between the branches of the government. The second stage attempted to build the multicutural institutes network in a specific area unit, considering of the geographical and administrative environments. The third stage focused on the activities of individual organizations and proposed collaboration with library, school, support center for multi-cultural families, social service center, sport center, community center, and cultural facility. Additionally, 3-stages model emphasized on civic organization's role. This study was offered a meta-platform leaded by library community for sharing the information about planning and managing of multicutural programs and also mentioned significances for formulating multicutural policies. As a result, this study was presented and specified the 3-stages model to reach the multiculturalism, and verified the various considerations which have influenced the refinements of the multicultural policies as the demographic and geographical characteristics.

• Journal of the Korean BIBLIA Society for library and Information Science
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• v.22 no.2
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• pp.27-39
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• 2011

This study analyzed the policy of culture welfare in libraries for the information alienated groups. This study suggested several improvements as a conclusion. Research analyzed organizational tasks and policies for Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Planning Group for Library and Information Policy and the policies for libraries. First, library service for alienated class was centered in short term period projects. Second, it is hardware oriented such as building small libraries, places for disabled person, multi-cultural libraries. Due to the decentralization of policies for the groups with alienated information, and lack of public supportive policies for private library for the disabled, developing cooperative system is difficult. Third, we revealed that policies for quantitative production of alternative material were achieved. So, this study suggested professional policy in integrative cooperation in accordance with each domain and creation of a separate welfare library policy department and its activity.

• KLA journal
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• v.45 no.3 s.346
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• pp.86-87
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• 2004

일본도서관협회도 매년 12월 그 해의 주요한 사건을 정리하며 기관지에 발표하고 있다. 이 내용을 통해 일본 도서관계의 당해연도 고민의 수준을 짐작해 볼 수 있을 것으로 생각하여, 2003년도의 주요 토픽 내용을 요약하여 소개한다. 다만, 일본과 우리나라는 지방자치제도의 수준과 내용이 다르고, 이에 따라 도서관 정책과 제도, 운영수준 등 또한 다르다. 따라서 이 내용을 그대로 우리의 현실에 대입하거나 적용하는 일은 경계되어야 할 것이다.

• Journal of the Korean Society for Library and Information Science
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• v.49 no.3
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• pp.371-392
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• 2015

This research attempted to provide new philosophical perspective to be taken in the public libraries as an institution which should support the social inclusion in the multicultural society. As deepening on dichotomous system of culture in modern society, It is referred to the need for an intercultural discourse on mulitcultural services in the public libraries. The process of social Integration suggested by Esser indicated the interactive transformation between actors and society. The conception serves the standard perspective on immigrants. Accordingly, This research analyzed a multicultural program of public libraries based on the classification of policy about immigrants by Castles. And it is based on the intercultural philosophy of Mall, It suggested the roles of public libraries in social integration and the process to support immigrants through the framework by Esser.

• Journal of Korean Library and Information Science Society
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• v.44 no.1
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• pp.357-384
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• 2013

"The IFLA Multicultural Library Manifesto" affirms that libraries should serve all members of the community without discrimination based on cultural and linguistic heritage; provide information in appropriate languages and scripts; and, give access to a broad range of materials and services reflecting all communities and needs. Public libraries in Korea currently are facing the challenge to adopt this IFLA manifesto as Korea is rapidly changing toward a multicultural society. In regard to these speculations, this study explores the experiences and major characteristics of public library services for multicultural population in Richmond, Canada. Based on the case study, this paper scrutinizes the current situation of public library services for multicultural immigrant population in Busan area, and develops several service agenda as they can be oriented to the new strategic plans of public libraries in Korea.

• Proceedings of the Korean Society for Information Management Conference
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• 2014.08a
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• pp.197-202
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• 2014

공공도서관은 지역주민의 지대한 관심과 적극적 이용을 전제로 변화 발전해 왔다는 사실에 주목해야 한다. 영종 지역은 도서관에 대한 접근성 부족, 책을 매개로 한 특색 있는 문화 프로그램 개발의 필요성, 운영 인력 부족, 장애인 노인 다문화 가정 등 영종 지역 내 정보취약계층에 대한 적극적인 서비스 수요 증가 등 몇 가지 현안에 대한 개선책이 필요하였다. 이에, 지역사회와 지역주민의 변화를 살펴보고 이를 해결하기 위해 Y도서관은 지역 내 다양한 유관 공공기관 및 유관기관들과의 긴밀한 협력체계를 구축하여 상호 교류 및 사업연계를 활성화 필요성을 사례로써 설명하였다.