From engagement to knowledge machines

Demonstrating the value of humanities research databases and special digital collections for researchers on teaching and research outcomes is a known challenge for libraries globally. There is an increasing need for libraries... [ view full abstract ]

Demonstrating the value of humanities research databases and special digital collections for researchers on teaching and research outcomes is a known challenge for libraries globally. There is an increasing need for libraries to understand and communicate the research and teaching value of investment in content, as well as the impacts the content can be shown to have on the quality and quantity of research outcomes.

Understanding the specific details of these investments is only part of the bigger picture, wherein digital tools and resources are transforming knowledge creation across all disciplines as ‘knowledge machines’ (Meyer & Schroeder, 2015) become embedded into the routine practices of scientists and scholars.