About Plinius

Tord Høivik, associate professor of library and information science, Oslo University College, is also an eager blogger. Plinius is a blog on new library developments. It is published in two different versions, English and Norwegian.

Until September 2008 the English language version was called Pliny the Librarian - see From Pliny to Plinius.

Background

At Oslo University College (OUC) I teach management subjects, statistical methods and digital reference work.

My main professional interest is the interplay between data technology and processes of social change - both in organizations and in society as a whole. I enjoy creating courses that combine elements of ICT, adult learning and organizational development.

As a young student in the 1960’s I trained as a statistician and sociologist. After twenty-five years in peace research (1967-91) I turned to the library sector in 1992. More at the web page on international work.

Since 2004 I have mainly been engaged in research - on library statistics, on digital reference services and on user interactions with libraries. From 2007 I serve on the IFLA Statistics and Evaluation Section.

For publications in English - see Publications

Outside Norway, Høivik usually becomes Hoivik. The Norwegian alphabet includes three spesial letters Æ, Ø and Å - which are not appreciated abroad.