Evaluation Of The Availability Of The North Sumatra University Library Collection Uses A Sitting Analysis Of The Dissertation Of Linguistic Sciences, University Of North Sumatra In 2019

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Evaluation of the Availability of the University of North Sumatra Library Collection: 2019 Linguistic Dissertation Analysis

Introduction

The University of North Sumatra (USU) Library plays a crucial role in supporting research activities in various fields, including linguistics. However, the availability of library collections can significantly impact the quality and relevance of research. This study aims to evaluate the availability of the USU Library Collection based on the analysis of the 2019 Linguistic Dissertation. The descriptive method is used to describe the existing conditions of the library collection.

Methodology

A total of 9 dissertations with 1,067 sites were examined, with data obtained through the download of the Bibliography from USU's library repository. The analysis was carried out by recording each type of document written in the Bibliography, then interpreted based on the table.

Results

1. Types of Documents Cited

  • Books are the most frequently cited types of documents (76.47%), followed by journals (11.43%), Thesis/Dissertation (3.28%), Proceedings (2.09%), Dictionary (1.49%), and Encyclopedia (0.37%). The dominance of books in Bibliography shows that books are still a major source of reference in linguistic research.
  • Books are still a major source of reference in linguistic research, and their availability is crucial for researchers. However, the results also show that journals are the second most frequently cited type of document, indicating the importance of journals in linguistic research.

2. Journal Domination

  • Although the journal is ranked second in terms of the number of sites, there is no single journal that dominates. The journal most frequently cited, namely the Journal of Pragmatics and the Journal of Maarif, only written 3 times. This shows that linguistic researchers in USU tend to refer to various journals, not fixated on certain journals.
  • Linguistic researchers in USU tend to refer to various journals, indicating a diverse range of research interests and a lack of dependence on a single journal.

3. Author who is often written

  • There is a tendency to cite Halliday and Robert Sibarani in the linguistic dissertation in 2019. Both of them were written 23 and 20 times each. This shows that the thoughts and theories developed by the two figures have a strong influence in linguistic research in USU.
  • The thoughts and theories developed by Halliday and Robert Sibarani have a strong influence in linguistic research in USU, indicating the importance of their contributions to the field.

4. Life Paro Age Document

  • Life Paro Age Analysis Document shows that 37.7% of the books being written are outdated, while the other 62.3% are still relevant. For journals, 66.4% have been outdated and 33.6% are not obsolete. This shows that the availability of collections of books and journals in the USU library needs to be updated.
  • The availability of collections of books and journals in the USU library needs to be updated, indicating a need for regular collection maintenance and updates.

5. Document Geography Citizen

  • Indonesia is ranked first as the country of origin of the most written documents (56.9%), followed by Britain (19.36%) and New York (7.4%). The dominance of Indonesian documents shows that linguistic researchers in USU refer more to local literature sources.
  • Linguistic researchers in USU refer more to local literature sources, indicating a preference for domestic literature and a potential lack of exposure to international literature.

6. Collection Availability

  • The results showed that only 24.2% of the written documents were available in the USU library, while the remaining 75.8% were not available. This is an indication that the USU library needs to expand its collection to support linguistic research in USU.
  • The USU library needs to expand its collection to support linguistic research in USU, indicating a need for increased collection development and acquisition efforts.

Analysis and Recommendations

Data obtained from this study shows a number of things that need the attention of USU libraries. First, although books are still a main source of reference, it is necessary to consider increasing the availability of scientific journals, given the rapid development of science. Second, lack of foreign literature collections shows the need for efforts to expand international literature collections, so as to improve the quality and relevance of research in USU. Third, a strategy needs to be done to update collections, especially for journals and books that have a relatively short life of life.

Conclusion

The results of this study can be an evaluation material and recommendations for USU libraries to increase the availability of collections and support research activities in the field of linguistics. The study highlights the importance of regular collection maintenance, updates, and expansion to support linguistic research in USU. By implementing these recommendations, USU libraries can improve the quality and relevance of research in the field of linguistics.

References

  • [List of references cited in the study]

Limitations

  • The study only analyzed 9 dissertations with 1,067 sites, which may not be representative of the entire USU library collection.
  • The study only focused on linguistic research, and the results may not be generalizable to other fields of study.

Future Research Directions

  • Conduct a more comprehensive analysis of the USU library collection, including other fields of study.
  • Investigate the impact of collection development and acquisition efforts on research productivity and quality.
  • Explore the use of digital collections and online resources to support linguistic research in USU.
    Q&A: Evaluation of the Availability of the University of North Sumatra Library Collection

Introduction

The University of North Sumatra (USU) Library plays a crucial role in supporting research activities in various fields, including linguistics. However, the availability of library collections can significantly impact the quality and relevance of research. In this Q&A article, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions related to the evaluation of the availability of the USU Library Collection.

Q1: What is the purpose of the study?

A1: The purpose of the study is to evaluate the availability of the USU Library Collection based on the analysis of the 2019 Linguistic Dissertation. The study aims to describe the existing conditions of the library collection and provide recommendations for improving the availability of collections and supporting research activities in the field of linguistics.

Q2: What methods were used in the study?

A2: The study used a descriptive method to analyze the existing conditions of the library collection. A total of 9 dissertations with 1,067 sites were examined, with data obtained through the download of the Bibliography from USU's library repository.

Q3: What were the results of the study?

A3: The results of the study showed that:

  • Books are the most frequently cited types of documents (76.47%), followed by journals (11.43%), Thesis/Dissertation (3.28%), Proceedings (2.09%), Dictionary (1.49%), and Encyclopedia (0.37%).
  • There is no single journal that dominates, with the journal most frequently cited written only 3 times.
  • Halliday and Robert Sibarani are the authors most frequently cited in the linguistic dissertation in 2019.
  • 37.7% of the books being written are outdated, while the other 62.3% are still relevant.
  • Indonesia is ranked first as the country of origin of the most written documents (56.9%), followed by Britain (19.36%) and New York (7.4%).
  • Only 24.2% of the written documents were available in the USU library, while the remaining 75.8% were not available.

Q4: What are the implications of the study?

A4: The study highlights the importance of regular collection maintenance, updates, and expansion to support linguistic research in USU. The study also suggests that the USU library needs to expand its collection to support linguistic research in USU.

Q5: What are the recommendations for the USU library?

A5: The study recommends that the USU library:

  • Increase the availability of scientific journals, given the rapid development of science.
  • Expand international literature collections to improve the quality and relevance of research in USU.
  • Develop a strategy to update collections, especially for journals and books that have a relatively short life of life.

Q6: What are the limitations of the study?

A6: The study has several limitations, including:

  • The study only analyzed 9 dissertations with 1,067 sites, which may not be representative of the entire USU library collection.
  • The study only focused on linguistic research, and the results may not be generalizable to other fields of study.

Q7: What are the future research directions?

A7: Future research directions include:

  • Conducting a more comprehensive analysis of the USU library collection, including other fields of study.
  • Investigating the impact of collection development and acquisition efforts on research productivity and quality.
  • Exploring the use of digital collections and online resources to support linguistic research in USU.

Conclusion

The evaluation of the availability of the USU Library Collection is an essential step in supporting research activities in the field of linguistics. The study highlights the importance of regular collection maintenance, updates, and expansion to support linguistic research in USU. By implementing the recommendations of the study, the USU library can improve the quality and relevance of research in the field of linguistics.