Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences
Volume 4, Issue 2 (2017)
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Table of contents
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Reading Attitudes of Students in Medical Colleges of Mandya, Mysore and Hassan District
Abstract: Reading is a conscious activity that aims to understand one’s idea; therefore, it can also be explained as a mental action. Reading habit can be beneficiary to a person in the aspects of gaining knowledge. It is impossible to measure reading habits just by observing the print book in one’s hand and number of books checked out from the library. The aspect of reading has reached beyond the books to …
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Perceived Impact of Books on Student Reading Habit
Abstract: Reading is an art capable of transforming man’s life and the entire society. It is a wonderful activity, which not only gives pleasure but also a basic tool for education. Reading makes a better understanding one’s experience and exiting voyage to self-discovery. The present study expresses a mere high interest for digital texts, even though without raising significant concerns. Respondents appreciate the ease of access provided by e-resources for both …
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Research Trends in Library and Information Science in African Countries: A Scientometric Assessment
Abstract: Research Trends in Library and Information Science in African Countries: A Scientometric AssessmentPaper deals with the scientometric assessment of research output of African countries in Library and Information Science. Paper discusses quantitative research output of 37 African countries in terms of total research output, citable research output, and non-citable research output. Moreover, citations and self-citations related data to African countries have been analyzed also. Citations per document and h-index values …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Copyright Law, Engineering and Impact of Technology in an Academic Library
Abstract: Copyright Law, Engineering and Impact of Technology in an Academic LibraryThe major purpose of establishing copyright law is to protect owners of creative work, in which it provides them with monopoly of exploiting their work for any purposes within a stipulated amount of time. Digital technology enables the transmission and use of all these protected materials in digital form over interactive networks. This process allows the conversion of such materials …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Usability of the Information Discovery Layer in Academic and Public Libraries with Reference to Madhya Pradesh
Abstract: Usability of the Information Discovery Layer in Academic and Public Libraries with Reference to Madhya PradeshThe library has been able to calm the pious people for ages, but the expansion of the information in the present time has resulted in a person wandering in it. Providing accurate information at the right time to the right person is a daunting task for the right librarian. If a person tells the needs …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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The Data Analysis Tools Used in the Articles of Annals of Library and Information Studies: An Analysis
Abstract: Research is the means to deplore the already existing information in the discipline. It is continuous and exhaustive study and leads to development of the newer theory, methodology or redefinition of the already existing theory in the light of new facts. This rediscovery depends upon the used methods and tools of the research. The present study is a step towards this. It tries to find out the various research methods …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 46–49 Read article
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Transition/Transformation of Libraries: An Overview
Abstract: AbstractIn the today’s world, information technology is making revolution in all fields and is to be ever present. Information technology is bringing tremendous impact and change on the library and information professions. The existence of electronic environment is bringing marvelous changes in information landscape and it has made challenging environment for the information creators, providers and users to learn new skills, particularly for information professionals and librarians, consequently leading them …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 50–55 Read article
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User Behavior towards Digital Resources in Mohinder Singh Randhawa Library: A Study
Abstract: User Behavior towards Digital Resources in Mohinder Singh Randhawa Library: A StudyAs we know, digital resources have made a special place in libraries and they are replacing to the print resources of information. Due to this, users’ behavior towards the digital resources is also changing and they are molding towards these resources to fulfill their information requirements. Digital resources have some features that cannot be ignored, like it can be …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–13 Read article