Revista Bibliomar

Librarians training and performance for reading mediation in brazilian school libraries

Martha Suzana Cabral Nunes — 2025-12-04

This study discusses the training of school librarians as reading mediators in Brazilian school libraries, based on a literature review from 2014 to 2022. The research analyzes the librarian’s role as an educational agent who promotes access to information, reading encouragement, and mediation between readers and collections. Reading mediation is seen as essential for the intellectual, social, and critical development of students, positioning the school library as an active learning space. The lack of qualified professionals, inadequate infrastructure, and insufficient public policies are highlighted as major challenges. The study concludes that librarians must develop pedagogical, technological, and interdisciplinary skills, and that their ongoing education is crucial to strengthening the role of school libraries in the Brazilian educational system.

Cloud security: perception of Library Science students at the University of Costa Rica

Ginnette Guillén-Jiménez — 2025-08-29

This article presents the results of research conducted on the knowledge of Cloud Information Security among students from both Educational Libraries and Information Sciences bachelor's programs at the School of Library Science and Information Science of the University of Costa Rica, enrolled in the first semester of 2024. The research employed a mixed-method exploratory approach, focusing on the students enrolled in the bachelor's programs at the School of Library Science and Information Science at UCR during the first semester of 2024. A self-administered questionnaire was distributed to the study population. The results revealed that the surveyed students are at an advanced level in their bachelor's studies and demonstrated a relationship between the emphasis of the student's program and their knowledge of Cloud Information Security. The importance of integrating Cloud Information Security into the curriculum of the bachelor's programs at the EBCI.

Guidelines for the implementation of a community library and its contribution to citizenship development

João Otávio Gomes Silveira — 2025-08-22

This study analyzes the contribution of community libraries to the formation of citizenship by investigating their concept, social role, and impact on the community, using bibliographic and exploratory research methods. Academic productions on community libraries, civic education, and social inclusion were reviewed in the SciELO and Google Scholar academic databases, as well as in the institutional repository of the Federal University of Ceará (UFC). The results indicate that these libraries go beyond merely storing books; they become spaces for access to information, reading mediation, and cultural development. Additionally, they promote active community participation, strengthen social bonds, and stimulate critical thinking. It was observed that these institutions play an essential role in building citizenship by providing access to informational resources, fostering reading habits, and organizing cultural and educational activities. As a result of the research, guidelines were created for the implementation and management of community libraries, addressing aspects such as community engagement, collection development, mediator training, and project sustainability. These guidelines demonstrate that community libraries act as agents of social transformation, promoting inclusion and civic participation. It is concluded that strengthening these institutions should be encouraged through public policies and community actions to ensure their continuity and expand their impact on the construction of a more democratic and informed society.

Open educational resources: an analysis of the structure of OER in the repositories of brazilian federal higher education institutions

Ana Maria Ferreira de Carvalho — 2025-08-21

Open Education, aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 4, aims to democratize education by promoting inclusive, high-quality educational resources. Open educational resources (OER), defined by UNESCO as learning materials available in the public domain or under open licenses, follow the principles of the 4Rs: Reuse, Revise, Remix, and Redistribute. In this context, institutional repositories (IRs) are essential for providing open access to materials that support teaching and research. Using an exploratory methodology of descriptive nature and a qualitative-quantitative approach, Brazilian institutions were mapped through the e-MEC Register, and 10 IRs containing "learning objects" were selected from the OpenDOAR Directory. The available resources in each IR were analyzed to identify their structure, means of distribution, and contacts with environment administrators. The analysis revealed that the concept of OER is not clearly understood by institutions, highlighting the need to consult IR managers directly to understand their perceptions. A questionnaire was developed to understand managers’ perspectives on the structure, definition, functionalities, and importance of making OER available. It was found that many materials do not meet OER criteria due to inadequate formats and a lack of institutional support and that, although familiar with OER, managers noted a lack of guidelines to ensure the inclusion and maintenance of these resources. The conclusion is that, in addition to integrating OER into repositories, it is necessary to implement policies that ensure their sustainability, thereby strengthening the democratization of knowledge.

Inclusion, knowledge and challenges: information behavior of students – people with disabilities – of Federal University of Paraíba

Gislayne Perez Theodoro — 2025-08-22

The central theme of the research being reported is information behavior, aligned with the context of the inclusion of people with disabilities in the university context, which calls for studies on their experiences in the informational context that favor their full participation in academic life. The research therefore aims to analyze the information behavior of students - People with disabilities - of UFPB's undergraduate
courses, and the implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on this behavior. Methodologically, the research is characterized as bibliographic, descriptive, and exploratory, with a quantitative and qualitative approach. As a data collection instrument, a questionnaire was applied, and made available to the research subjects via a multiplatform instant messaging and voice call application, WhatsApp. It adopts Content Analysis to systematize the thematic categories regarding the profile, need, search, and use of information and, finally, implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on information behavior. The results show that he behavior of searching and using
information involves access to the Internet, massive use of social networks and communication, and information search applications, with a greater incidence in digital libraries. It concludes that the information behavior of students – people with disabilities – is anchored in traditional information channels such as books, scientific articles, television news, and others, but, above all, in contemporary channels, marked by the possibilities of digital information and communication technologies, such as social networks on the Internet and podcasts.

Records management in the context of the National Congresses of Archival Science (CNA)

José Raimundo Souza dos Santos — 2025-09-09

Records management is fundamental to Archival Science, especially given the growing importance of information for transparency, accessibility, and historical preservation. This study investigates the scientific production presented at the National Congresses of Archival Science, analyzing trends, gaps, and contributions on document management across editions. Through a systematic literature review, the most recurrent approaches are identified, and the evolution of discussions regarding standards, practices, and technological innovations in the field is evaluated. The National Congress of Archival Science, as the main forum for knowledge exchange, reflects the transformations and challenges faced by the area, fostering debates on digitization, preservation, and document accessibility. The analysis maps changes in
the field, highlighting how social, political, and technological factors influence document management and pointing out research gaps for future academic and professional investigations. The results provide a panoramic and critical view of
document management in Brazil, emphasizing the Congress’s role in disseminating knowledge and strengthening Archival Science, promoting the integration of theory and practice. It is concluded that the main trends focus on the incorporation of digital
technologies, document management in university archives, and the complexity of medical records, as well as the relevance of document management in public institutions. These findings reinforce the need for continuous research and innovative practices, essential for the advancement and efficiency of contemporary Archival Science.

An analysis of Brazilian scientific production on Bibliotherapy indexed in Brapci - Information Science Database (1975-2024)

Monique Izoton — 2025-09-09

This study analyzes the evolution of and interest in bibliotherapy as a therapeutic practice and a field of research in Brazil. Bibliotherapy uses reading books and other texts as a form of psychological and emotional treatment, providing individuals with a way to cope with problems, develop self-understanding, and find comfort. From a corpus of 137 studies retrieved from Brapci, the temporal analysis of the publications revealed three distinct phases: a sporadic production between 1975 and 2004, a gradual increase from 2005 to 2016, and a significant growth between 2017 and 2023, with 2023 standing out as the year with the highest number of articles published. The most frequent keywords in the studies include terms related to the therapeutic effect of bibliotherapy, such as "therapeutic reading", "therapeutic function", and "catharsis", as well as "bibliotherapy research" and disciplines such as "library science" and "information science". The research identifies the "school library" and "university extension" as the main application spaces, with children's and young adult literature being widely used. The practice also shows adaptability, reaching diverse audiences, including the elderly. This study fills a temporal gap in the literature on bibliotherapy in Brazil, highlighting its development as a relevant subfield in Information Science and Library Science in recent years.

Communication between a deaf student and a hearing teacher in a regular classroom: reflections about the challenges of inclusive education in a public school in the state of Maranhão – Brazil

Susana de Sousa Araújo — 2025-09-19

Considering that inclusive education is an urgent matter in educational policies worldwide, this study is about communication between a deaf student and a hearing teacher in a regular classroom. Weaving reflections on the challenges of inclusive education in a municipal school in the state of Maranhão (Brazil), with regard to teacher training, as well as teaching methodologies. Aiming to discuss inclusion from communication between a hearing teacher and a deaf student during Portuguese language classes, taught in a regular classroom in a regular school. For this purpose, it was necessary: a) research the history of deaf students education; b) investigate, based on observation and application of a questionnaire, the communicative resources used by a deaf student and a hearing teacher in a regular classroom; c) highlight the impact of communication between a deaf student and a hearing teacher in school performance, emphasizing the importance of teacher training for the teaching-learning of a deaf student. It was carried out a basic field research, with a qualitative approach, under the theoretical framework of Skliar (2013), Quadros (2019), Campos (2021) and Damacena (2021). It was used a questionnaire applied to the teacher of a regular classroom. It was found that communication between a deaf student and a hearing teacher in a regular classroom occurs with difficulties. It is possible to highlight the lack of specific training of a hearing teacher and the absence of LIBRAS (Brazilian Sign Language) interpreter. It is therefore concluded that despite the current official documents, the education of the deaf students still faces pertinent challenges, with regard to a teaching that contributes to the inclusion of deaf students.

The practice of bibliotherapy in the process of coping with grief

Reinan Rios da Silva — 2025-10-02

Grief can be considered a feeling of deep sorrow and sadness experienced after the loss of someone significant. In some cases, it becomes a painful process, marked by difficulty in acceptance and the presence of distress and anguish. In these circumstances, having a support network is essential, and in some cases, seeking the assistance of a mental health professional. In this context, reading is presented as a welcoming resource, capable of helping to reframe feelings. Bibliotherapy thus emerges as a practice that supports coping with grief. The objective of this study was to survey texts with therapeutic potential recommended by Brazilian authors who have published on bibliotherapy in the field of information science. This is a qualitative, basic
research study with an exploratory objective. As methodological procedures, a questionnaire was used to collect data and review the literature based on texts by authors identified in the Information Science Database. The results revealed that, although authors in the field do not directly address the topic of grief in their publications, they do provide relevant references to works that they consider to have therapeutic potential. These references to texts can contribute to the practice of bibliotherapy aimed at the bereaved, offering reading paths that function as emotional
support in the process of coping with loss. Thus, the study highlights gaps to be explored, but also points to possibilities for using reading as a resource for care in the field of Information Science.

Public library in the City Park: promoting sustainability and environmental education

Arthécia Rayane Ferreira Reinaldo — 2025-10-21

Public libraries play a fundamental role in society by providing access to knowledge, education, and culture. They offer an inclusive and democratic environment where people of all ages and backgrounds can access information and participate in educational and cultural activities. With the growing environmental challenges, such as climate change and ecosystem degradation, libraries can promote actions and services that contribute to sustainability. The Nivaldo Monte City Park Library exemplifies an institution that integrates sustainability into its operations and programs. This study investigates the sustainable actions of this library and its contribution to environmental
awareness in the community. Its general objective is to analyze the Library's sustainable initiatives and assess their impact on promoting environmental education. The methodology includes bibliographic, documentary, and exploratory research with a qualitative approach through a case study with non-participant observation at the Library in question. The research is based on a literature review and semi-structured interviews to document and analyze these actions. It finds that the analyzed Library adopts sustainable practices, such as efficient resource management and recycling programs, in addition to organizing educational programs on environmental
awareness. By highlighting the initiatives of the City Park Library, the study provides a replicable model for other cultural institutions. It concludes that public libraries have the potential to influence behaviors and attitudes toward the environment.

Brief reflection on bibliotherapy

Diego Monsani — 2025-11-29

Partindo do princípio que a literatura possui um potencial devir terapêutico que pode abalar as estruturas do sujeito e o colocar em questionamento sobre suas certezas pessoais e calcado no conceito de biblioterapia elaborado por Caldin (2001) de que o texto literário permite uma terapia e um processo de cura através da leitura e discussão de textos literários. Este ensaio pretende discutir os principais conceitos que envolve a biblioterapia, enquanto mediada por um profissional da informação e sugerir a aplicação de um texto extraído do livro Velhos de Alê Motta (2020) para uso em um econtro biblioterapêutico.

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Ione da Conceição dos Santos Mendes — 2025-08-21

Editorial

Raimunda Ramos Marinho — 2025-08-21