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Invited Paper Title: Strategic innovation: More than a myth? - Live-Streamed Presentation (Friday, April 6, 3:15-4:00)

Elisabeth Leonard

Libraries mention innovation in strategic plans and in mission statements. There are numerous innovation awards. But what exactly does innovation mean and what value does it provide? Is there more to innovation in academic libraries than is represented by award winners? This paper seeks to provide context for the buzz and purpose to the hype surrounding innovation.