Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences
Volume 2, Issue 1 (2015)
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Application of OPAC in Central Library of Jawahar Lal Nehru University and Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
Abstract: AbstractThe present paper examines the utility and application of two Central University Libraries of India. Findings clearly revealed that the majority of the users extensively use the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) because it saves the time substantially. However, the OPAC is the most popular and successful way of indicating the holding and shelves of items in a library. The study reveals that most of the users of JMI and …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Pros and Cons of Current Licensing and Pricing Models of Electronic Resources
Abstract: Abstract The paper aims to explore and identify the recent contributions to the literature available in the current developments and issues in licensing and pricing models in electronic resources (e-resources). An extensive literature survey was performed in an attempt to identify substantial works published to date concerning pricing and licensing issues coupled with the publishers and librarians. It is evident from the scrutiny of related literature that there are still …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Publications of Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram
Abstract: AbstractBibliometric analysis is presently used for evaluating the qualitative and quantitative interest in a very specific field through the analysis of publications. This paper brings-out the bibliometric analysis result of research publications of Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Thiruvananthapuram, for the period 2008-2013. During the period of study, it analyzed 157 research publications from the 76 journals. Further, it examines year-wise publications, journal wise distributions, document wise …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Zotero Software for Effective Reference Management
Abstract: AbstractZotero is a personal research assistant.“Zotero is the only research tool that automatically senses content in your web browser, allowing you to add it to your personal library with a single click” (1). Zotero is free and open source reference management software. This software is used to control bibliographic data and such other related research material (like PDF files). Firefox web browser is the enabler to use Zotero. Zotero is …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 36–47 Read article
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Use of Electonic Resources by the Patrons of University of Kashmir
Abstract: AbstractThe study was an attempt to determine the use and satisfaction level with respect to the electronic resources provided by the University of Kashmir to its users. A total of 200 questionnaires were distributed to collect the primary data from full time Research Scholars (M.Phil/Ph.D) and post-graduate students of science and social science faculties, University of Kashmir. The result shows that users of science faculty use e-resources adeptly than users …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 48–56 Read article
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Federated Search Systems Employed in Different Libraries: An Overview
Abstract: AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of federated model of information search and retrieval, and to explore various federated search products employed in different libraries. Limited search of literature was carried out by employing search terms as “federated search”, “cross-search”, “metasearch”, interoperability and digital libraries-federated search in various nationally and internationally reputed databases and a collection of literature on federated model and search products was identified …
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Evaluation of Job Satisfaction on the Basis of Existing Rules and Working Condition of Female Library Professionals in Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: AbstractThe present paper highlighted the present status of job satisfaction on the basis of existing rules and working condition of female library professionals in Uttar Pradesh. Survey method is used to collect the data. To know the satisfaction level in the analysis on the basis of existing rules and working condition, the strongly satisfied as well as satisfied have been added together and the satisfaction level of the respondents has …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–19 Read article