Innovative Use of QR Codes in Academic Libraries: Benefits and Challenges

Paul, Megha and Naikar, Satishkumar Innovative Use of QR Codes in Academic Libraries: Benefits and Challenges. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), 2024, vol. 11, n. 6, pp. 565-572. [Journal article (Paginated)]

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This paper explores the innovative uses, benefits, and challenges of Quick Response (QR) codes in academic libraries, focusing on their potential to transform traditional library services. Authors found that the adoption of QR codes in academic libraries faces challenges such as technological barriers, connectivity issues, and concerns regarding user privacy and data security. Further, the authors suggest that libraries must address these challenges by promoting technological literacy among users, ensuring robust Wi-Fi coverage, and implementing secure QR code practices, effective design and placement of QR codes to maximize the usability and accessibility.

Item type: Journal article (Paginated)
Keywords: Innovative use, QR codes, QR code reader, QR code generator, Library marketing, Academic libraries
Subjects: L. Information technology and library technology
L. Information technology and library technology > LQ. Library automation systems.
L. Information technology and library technology > LR. OPAC systems.
Depositing user: Satishkumar Naikar
Date deposited: 05 Jan 2025 15:55
Last modified: 05 Jan 2025 15:56
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/10760/45900

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