Robotic Technology, Artificial Intelligence and the 4IR Libraries

Name: Robotic Technology, Artificial Intelligence and the 4IR Libraries
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Adeyinka Tella Omwoyo Bosire Onyancha(Editor)

De Gruyter Saur (Publisher)

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Published on 2. February 2026

XV, 447 pages

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Intro
Contents
Editor's Biography
Contributors
Chapter 1 Internet of Things (IoT)-based Smart Libraries: Opportunities and Advances
Introduction
Conceptualizing the IoT Related to Smart Libraries
Methodology
IoT Technologies and Architecture
Creating Smart Libraries Through the IoT: A Theoretical Model
Categories to Consider for Smart Library Creation via the IoT
Smart Library Architecture Linked to the IoT
Issues to Consider Towards Smart Library Creation via the IoT
Alternative Research Opportunities in the Application of the IoT in Smart Libraries
Conclusion
Reference list
Chapter 2 Internet of (Robotic) Things in Library System Automation
Introduction
The Internet of Things and Robotics
The Internet of Things
Robotics
Types of Robots
Internet of Robotic Things
IoRT Architecture
Applications of IoT, Robotics, and IoRT
Academic Library System
IoT, Libraries, and Automation
Studies in IoT and Libraries
Applications of the IoT in Libraries
Proposed IoRT-Library Model
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3 Enhancing the Findability of Library Information Resources Using the Internet of Things: A Kenyan Perspective
1 Introduction
2 The Internet of Things
3 Rationale and Methodology of Study
4 Enhancing Findability Using Internet of Things in Kenya
4.1 Challenges Library Users Currently Face with Findability
4.2 Strategies Currently Used to Enhance Findability
4.3 Application of the Internet of Things to Enhance Findability of Resources in Academic Libraries
4.4 Challenges in the Adoption of IoT
5 Recommendations
6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 The Prospect of Blockchain Technology Adoption in Academic Libraries: An Overview
Introduction
The Blockchain Technology: An Overview
Features of the Blockchain Technology
Evolution of the Blockchain Technology
Types of Blockchain Networks
Potential Application of Blockchain Technology
Uses of Blockchain Technology
Challenges to the Adoption of Blockchain Technology
Blockchain Technology Adoption and Application in Nigeria
Blockchain Technology and the Libraries
The Prospects of Blockchain Technology: Adoption and Application in Academic Libraries in Nigeria
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5 The Assumptions of the Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Robotics in Inclusively Engaged Academic Libraries in Sub Saharan Africa: A Literature Survey
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Overview of Artificial Intelligence Technologies Robotics in Academic Libraries in Sub-Saharan Africa
2 Methodology
2.1 Theoretical Framework
3 Presentations of Results and Discussions
3.1 Assumptions of Interactive and Engagement of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Technology in Academic Libraries
5 Conclusion
6 Definition of Key Terms
Bibliography
Chapter 6 Building Future Information Professionals for 4IR Libraries: Role of Library and Information Science Lecturers in Nigeria
Introduction
Concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Library and Fourth Industrial Revolution
Roles of the LIS Lecturers in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Awareness and Knowledge of 4IR by LIS Lecturers
Attitude of LIS Lecturers Towards 4IR
Curriculum Development by LIS Lecturers
Advocacy for Acquisition of 4IR Technologies by LIS Lecturers
Challenges Facing LIS Lecturers in Building Information Professionals for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 7 Artificial Intelligence and Libraries: The Possibilities in the 4IR
Introduction
Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
AI Applications in Libraries
The 4IR
The Future of Libraries in 4IR
Conclusion
References
Chapter 8 Inclination of Uganda University Libraries on Co-Driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Introduction
Aim of the Study
Objectives of the Study
Literature Review
Methodology
Findings of the Study
University Libraries' Attitude Towards the 4IR
The Need for University Libraries to Embrace the 4IR
The Preferred Forms of the 4IR
Skills of University Library Staff
Envisaged Challenges
Discussion of Findings
University Libraries' Attitude Towards the 4IR
University Libraries' Impetus to Embrace the 4IR
The University Libraries 4IR Preferred Forms
Augmented Chatting
Big Data
Robots
Artificial Intelligence
Skills of Library Staff
Challenges
Conclusion and Recommendation
References
Chapter 9 Legal and Ethical Issues Associated with Adoption and Utilisation of Cloud Computing in Academic Libraries in Nigeria
Introduction
Literature Review
The Concept of Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Development in Nigerian Academic Libraries
Different Cloud Computing Development Model in Nigerian Academic Libraries
Cloud Computing Services in Nigerian Academic Libraries
The Rationale Behind the Adoption and Utilization of Cloud Computing in Nigerian Academic Libraries
Legal and Ethical Issues Associated with Adoption and Use of Cloud Computing in Academic Libraries in Nigeria
Cloud Computing Components and Library Services in Nigeria
The Challenges Associated with the Adoption and Utilization of Cloud Computing in Academic Libraries in Nigeria
Conclusion
Recommendations
Definitions of Key Terms
Further Reading List
References
Chapter 10 The Relevance of Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things for Effective Information Service Delivery in Medical Libraries in Nigeria
Introduction
Cloud Computing
The Internet of Things
Skills Required for the Effective Use of Cloud Computing and IoT in Medical Libraries
Potential Benefits of Cloud Computing and IoT to Medical Libraries
Preparedness for the Adoption of Cloud Computing and IoT in Medical Libraries
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 11 Cyberethics and Cybersecurity in Universities in Developing Countries: A Literature Survey and Course Content Analysis from Library Instruction's Perspective
Introduction
Literature Review
User Education
Content Analysis of Existing User Education Courses in Nigerian Universities
Examples of ICT based components of Use of Library Courses
University of Ilorin
Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin
Landmark University, Omu Aran
Methodology
Results
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 12 Application of Big Data and Advanced Analytics in Future Librarianship
Introduction
History of Big Data
Characteristics of Big Data
Differences Between Traditional Data and Big Data
Big Data Technologies
Relevance of Big Data
Big Data Practices in Librarianship
Application of Big Data and Advanced Analytics in Libraries
Benefits of Big Data in Academic Libraries
Big Data Analyzing Techniques
Challenges of Big Data in Libraries
Conclusion
References
Chapter 13 Libraries in the Wake of the Fourth Industrial Revolution: A Portrait of Roles, Challenges, and the Prospects
Introduction
Factors for Industrialization
Historical Perspective of the Industrial Revolution in the World
The First Phase of the Industrial Revolution
The Second Phase of the Industrial Revolution
The Third Phase of the Industrial Revolution
The Fourth Phase of the Industrial Revolution
Libraries and Their Roles in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Challenges and Characteristics of Libraries in the Emerging Technologies
The Prospects of Libraries in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 14 The Changing Role of Librarians in the Age of Hypermedia Seduction: Reflection on the Researchers' Exposition
Introduction and Problem Statement
Purpose and Research Objectives of the Study
Theoretical Framework
Research Methodology
Literature Review
Purpose of the Changing Role of Librarians in the Age of Hypermedia Seduction
Changing Role of Librarians
Types of Hypermedia Commonly Used in Libraries
Challenges Encountered by Librarians and Users of Hypermedia
Opportunities Associated with Hypermedia Seduction in Libraries
Conclusion and Recommendations
References
Chapter 15 Machine Learning and Data Mining: An Overview for Emerging Trend in Fourth Industrial Revolution
1 Introduction
2 Supervised Learning
2.1 Types of Supervised Learning Algorithms
2.1.1 Linear Regression
i. Linear Regression Equation with One Independent Variable
ii. Linear Regression Equation with Two Independent Variables
Calculation of Regression Statistics
2.1.2 Logistic Regression
The Logit and Logistic Transformations
2.2 Support Vector Machines
2.1.3 Decision Trees
2.1.4 Naive Bayes
3 Unsupervised Learning
3.1 Clustering
3.1.1 K-means
3.1.2 Hierarchical Clustering
3.1.3 Principal Component Analysis (PCA)
3.1.4 Association Rule Learning
3.1.4.1 Association Rules
4 Reinforcement Learning(RL)
4.1 Elements of Reinforcement Learning Paradigms
4.2 Types of Reinforcement Learning Agents
4.3 Types of Reinforcement Learning Algorithms
5 Components of Machine Learning Solution
6 Steps to Solving Machine Learning Problems
6.1 Machine Learning Perspective of Data
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Numeric Attributes
Categorical Attributes
6.2 Scales of Measurement
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Nominal Scale of Measurement
Ordinal Scale of Measurement
Interval Scale of Measurement
Ratio Scale of Measurement
6.3 Dealing with Missing Data
6.4 Handling Categorical Data
7 Summary and Conclusion
Bibliography
Chapter 16 The Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Relevance of its Technologies to Libraries
Introduction
Technologies Driving Change in the 4IR
Artificial Intelligence
Blockchain
Faster Computer Processing
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Biotechnology
Robotics
The Internet of Things
3D Printing
Fourth Industrial Revolution and Development in African Libraries
Artificial Intelligence
The Components of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its Applications in Libraries
Expert System and Library Activities
Applications of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in Library Activities
Application of Pattern Recognition in Library Activities
Applications of Robotics in the Library Activities
The Internet of Things
Cloud Computing
Virtual Reality/ Virtual Learning
Big Data
Robots in the Libraries -The Types and the FunctionsThey Perform
Readiness of African Librarians for Relevance in the 4IR
Knowledge and Skills Needed by Librarians to be Relevant in the 4IR
Challenges Confronting Librarians' Relevance in the 4IR
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 17 Artificial Intelligence Humanoid Robots for Public Libraries Reference Services
Introduction
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Links Between AI and Robots
Types of Robots
Robots and Their Usefulness in Libraries
Robots and Reference Services
Impact of Humanoid Robots for Reference Service in Public Libraries
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 18 Data Science: A Systematic Review of the Concept Using Author-supplied Keywords
Data Science: A Conceptual Setting
Informetric Studies on Data Science - A Brief Overview
Purpose and Objectives of the Study
Research Methodology
Results and Discussion
Publication Types and Trends in Data Science Research, 1983-2021
Mapping Most Common Author Keywords in Data Science Literature, 1983-2021
Data Science's Broad Subject Categories, 1983-2021
Conclusion
Recommendations and Implications of the Study
References
Chapter 19 The Prevalence of Digital Pedagogy for Delivering Library Instructions in the Era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Introduction
The Concept of Digital Pedagogy
Impact of Previous Revolutions on Digital Pedagogy
The 4IR and Digital Pedagogy
Benefits of Digital Pedagogy in the 4IR
Implications of the 4IR Era on Delivering Library Instructions
Digital Pedagogy and Delivery of Library Instructions in the 4IR
Practices of Digital Pedagogy in Library Instruction in the 4IR
Challenges of Digital Pedagogy for Delivering Library Instruction in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 20 Awareness and Usage Readiness of Artificial Intelligence in University Libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria
Introduction
Statement of Problem
Objectives of the Study
Literature Review
Concept of Artificial Intelligence
Expert System
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Pattern Recognition (PR)
Robotics
Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
Awareness of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
Perception Towards the Acceptance and Usage of Artificial Intelligence in the Library
Challenges of Application of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics in Libraries
Methodology
Results
Demographic Characteristics of Participants
Discussion of the Findings
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 21 Virtual/Augmented Reality Meeting Platforms: The Enablers of Librarians' Collaboration in 3D Virtual Environment
Introduction
Concepts of Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3D Virtual Environment
Virtual/Augmented Reality in Libraries
Virtual/Augmented Reality As a 3D Virtual Environment
How Does Virtual/Augmented Reality Serve as Meeting Platforms and Collaborative 3D Virtual Environment?
Benefits of Virtual/Augmented Reality for Librarians' Collaboration
Challenges Associated with Virtual/Augmented Reality for Librarians' Collaboration
The Future Trends in Using Virtual/Augmented Reality for Librarians Collaboration
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
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