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126 articles for “Institute Library”
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Evaluating Web Content and Design Trends: A Comprehensive Study of Forest Institute Library Websites of ICFRE
Abstract: This study evaluates the website content and design features of forest institute libraries under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE). A comprehensive checklist comprising eight categories and 60 parameters was developed to assess nine regional forest institute websites systematically. The findings reveal that all websites (100%) feature visible and contrasted colour schemes with clear and easily readable text. Moreover, every institute’s website includes webmail functionality, copyright information, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Collection Management of E-Resources and Services of Pharmacy Institute Libraries of Central Gujarat: A Survey
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE As the electronic resources developed they make drastic changes in the library working and performance. The collection management is the essential tools for library, which presents practical, research-based information about building administering, preserving, assessing, and organizing library collections. The resources have changed the principles of selection radically. The selection is based on quality, library relevancy, aesthetic and technical aspects, and cost remain …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 10–23 Read article
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Utilization of Library Services by National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Library users: A Study
Abstract: The study indicates the Utilization of Library Services by 16 National Institute of Fashion Technology campus library users of India as a sample for the study.Objectives: The result is to discover the utilization of library services by 16 National Institute of Fashion Technology campus library users. to examine the awareness of craft repository and OPAC service by NIFT library users, to understand the purpose of using Swatch Library, to know …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Optimizing Electronic Resource Accessibility and Utilization: Strategic Suggestions for RTU-Affiliated Institute Libraries
Abstract: This research article is based on the future strategy of libraries based on the research study done on the availability and use of e-resources in the libraries of institutions affiliated to Rajasthan Technical University (RTU). The article presents strategic recommendations aimed at shaping the libraries of the future. These recommendations include selection process of e-resources, IT infrastructure development in libraries, need for IT skilling in library staff and best practices …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Cloud Storage of CD/DVD Data in Nirma University Libraries: Future Service
Abstract: Cloud computing technology is emerging technology for libraries to give different services to the patrons with the help of cloud. This paper may be helpful to storage of non-book material like CDs, DVDs in cloud era. It helps in reducing cost, time and manpower of library staff and solving current resource sharing problem to utilize library resources. In the first part, paper describes present situation of storage of CDs/DVDs and …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 84–89 Read article
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Analysis of Web-Based Content of Indian Institute of Technology Libraries through Websites: A Study
Abstract: The main purpose of this study is to evaluate and analyze the content and design performance of Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) libraries' websites. This study is based on online survey and observation methods through some selected checklists/parameters and GTmatrix tools to analyze the websites' design and performances. Most of the chosen IITs' libraries' websites were very easy. They had fundamental usability features regarding general information related to the library, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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Trends in Private Engineering Education Institutions and their Libraries Services in West Bengal: An Overview
Abstract: AbstractThe growth and development of private Engineering & Technology institutions in the state of West Bengal has been accelerated throughout the 9th, 10th and the 11th Five years Plan Period and the beginning of the 12th Plan period. The demand for techno-savvy manpower is high to fulfill the void and much stress has been given on expansion, modernization and reorientation of engineering education in the state. To attain the purpose, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 32–40 Read article
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Library Automation: A Case Study of the Central Library of BGS Institute of Technology, BG Nagara
Abstract: AbstractThe study focuses on the automation process in the BGS Institute of Technology, BG Nagara. Library automation is very important task for engineering college libraries, today is information technology era, we update to advance technologies in field of library and information science, major automation areas and outline the various factors needed to be considered by the librarians while doing automation work for their respective libraries. We have been using NewGenLib …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Usability Analysis of Indian Institutes of Management Libraries Websites: An Evaluative Study
Abstract: This paper evaluates the usability, efficiency, and effectiveness of Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) libraries’ websites. For conducting the study, online survey and observation methods were found appropriate. Two different approaches were selected for online survey i.e. checklist/parameters and online automated tools. Study reveals that selected IIMs’ libraries had useful websites but ignored the basic usability features and thus seem to be in primitive stage of website development. Most of …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 23–32 Read article
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Webometric Analysis of Indian Institute of Management Libraries Websites
Abstract: The study explored different characteristics of linking study of fifteen Indian Institute of Management (IIM) websites. All the IIMs has their own websites, and all websites working under homogeneous Domain Name System “.ac.in” and “ernet.in.” To achieve the goal, these are a need to have websites of each academic institute to perform well and stay in the competition. The World Wide Web has now become one of the main sources …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Web Presence of Library Websites/Webpages of NIRF Ranked Central Zone Pharm Institutes of India: An Analysis of Content
Abstract: The current study focused on the Web Presence of library websites that were listed under NIRF-ranked pharm institutes in the Central Zone of India. The checklist was prepared based on previously published literature. Data was collected using content analysis method of respective websites and webpages using online survey and observation techniques. The analysis revealed that the majority of websites are using webpages has library websites, and still nearly fifty percent …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Automated serials control at the B G S Institute of Technology Central Library: an overview
Abstract: Serial management module is a main subsystem of library automation in engineering college libraries in India. Its includes the following processes: new subscription, place firm order, receive subscription invoice, subscription invoice payment details, register serial issue, serial routing list, serial binding management (prepare logical binding list, place binding order, receive binding order, accession bound items) and add to renewal list. B. G. S. Institute of Technology central library started the …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 70–80 Read article
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Research Data Management Services in the Indian Institute of Technology Libraries
Abstract: Research Data Management (RDM) Service in university libraries is growing and is the most demanded service, especially for researchers. Still, many researchers need help understanding the particular research process, the life cycle of their produced data, and its management for upcoming research. Nowadays, research data is used to train upcoming professionals and teach them about specific fields of knowledge. These data will be stored, organized, and preserved on the institutional …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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Awareness and Usage of Electronic Resources by the Library Users of Engineering Institutions Affiliated to RGPV, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Abstract: The study presents the awareness and use of electronic resources by the library users of engineering institutions affiliated to RGPV, Bhopal, MP. The main aim of this study is to know the awareness and usage of electronic resources by faculty members who have been working in private institutions affiliated to RGPV, Bhopal, in Madhya Pradesh. As a tool, the survey method of a questionnaire was distributed among the respondents of …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 76–83 Read article
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Accessibility and Design Analysis of Library Websites/Webpages of National Institute of Technology (NITs) in India
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to analyze and examine the design and content information presented in library website/webpages of institutes of NITs across India. Website content organization and effectiveness can be measured utilizing content analysis techniques specifically under a prepared checklist to evaluate the website design and content of the library websites/webpages. In this study the library website/webpages design, functionality, usability and productivity of NITs libraries websites/webpages have been …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 76–84 Read article
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Webometric Analysis of Library Websites of Indian Institutes of Technology
Abstract: AbstractThe purpose of the study is to analyze the library websites of Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) through webometric indicators including URL analysis, Web Impact Factor (WIF) calculation, link pattern analysis as well as file formats analysis. The survey was conducted for all IITs library websites for three rounds having the gap of fifteen days in each round. Search engine “Google” has been found suitable for the survey due to …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 34–48 Read article
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Job Satisfaction among Library and Information Science Professionals of Management Institutes in Karnataka State
Abstract: Job satisfaction is a very important element for any type of organisation. In library and information centre, job satisfaction is very paramount because job satisfaction provides vivacity in offering dignified services to the patrons. The present study discusses the various issues related to job satisfaction and associated factors like salary, promotions, working conditions etc. of the library and information and science professionals working in management institutes of Karnataka state. Keywords: …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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State of the art of Resource Description and Access and Library Information Science in UAE and Gulf in Global Context
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigates the state of the art of Resource Description and Access (RDA) and its implementation in Library and Information Science (LIS) within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Gulf region in a global context. The study discusses the principles, structure, and conceptual foundations of RDA, including its relationship with FRBR, FRAD, and the IFLA Library Reference Model. It further explores the reasons …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 70–80 Read article
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Electronic Information Resources for Management Sciences: Review, Challenges and Management for Future Libraries
Abstract: This paper facilitates library professionals especially working with the Management Science Institute Libraries; one can certainly take a review of the notable listed e-resources made availed by various publishers, aggregators or third party vendors under the management sciences domain. It will definitely help library professionals to choose the best e-resource/s from the 59 listed e-resources as per their requirement and available library budget. The paper also describes the solutions towards …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 61–71 Read article
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Library Services: Need of Marketing and Promotion
Abstract: Libraries are the backbones of the any educational institute. Libraries are growing with the financial support of the parent institutions. They perform their duties and day to day life activities very effectively but now day’s new concept of library marketing & marketing and promotion of the service arises. For promotional of Library services it is very important to understand client needs. Plan service provision, available services and how effectively & …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 312–314 Read article