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580 articles for “E-library”
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Application and Management of Metadata of an Institutional Digital Repository Through DSpace: A Practical Approach
Abstract: Open sources are commonly used in libraries and information centers across the globe. As the libraries have different natures and services being provided, they are facing different challenges in implementing and adopting open sources like DSpace, Koha, Greenstone, and so on. These open sources are very popular among Library and Information Science professionals in the world for rendering automation and network-based services to the users’ community. While implementing or installing …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 33–44 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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Maker Libraries: Public Libraries as Centers for Experiential Learning
Abstract: The traditional definition of a library is a place to collect and provide access to resources. In response to the 2008–2009 economic crisis, numerous state and city governments had to make hard budget choices. Some of those choices involved cutting the funding for human services departments, which include after school programs. Of those programs affected by budgetary cuts most fall into the category of experiential learning, a necessary inclusion in …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Transforming School Library Services in Secondary Education: Status, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the status, challenges, and opportunities of school libraryservices in Jalpaiguri District, West Bengal. A survey method was adopted to collect primary data from higher secondary schools located within Jalpaiguri Municipality. A structured questionnaire was administered to librarians or library in-charges of selected schools, and field visits were conducted to observe the existing library infrastructure and services. The study revealed that a significant …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 81–91 Read article
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Open E-Journals in Library and Information Science: An analysis of its Facilities and Features
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe development in information technology has made drastic changes in the way the information is collected, stored, retrieved, and distributed. E-Resources are one of the products of information and communication technologies. The revolution in information and E-Resources is registering significant changes everywhere and have been playing substantial role in library and information systems ever since its inception. The advancement of E-Resources during recent years has given libraries a powerful new …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Assessment of Collection Development Practices in Afe Babalola University Library, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria
Abstract: Collection development is a vital aspect of the library function, which greatly contributes to the availability and adequacy of resources. The study investigates the assessment of collection development practices in Afe Babalola University Library. The study adopted a survey research design. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data for the study, and descriptive statistical method was used in analyzing the data collected. The finding shows that purchase and donation …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Library Stock Verification as Collection Evaluation Tool: A Survey of College Libraries of Bundelkhand University, Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh), India
Abstract: AbstractThe study defines the concept of stock verification and describes different policy issues, the frequency with which the job of stock verification should be undertaken and norms for inevitable losses as well as using stock verification methods, reasons of stock verification, attitudes of library staff towards stock verification and responsibility for losses of books in the college libraries of Bundelkhand University, Jhansi. The article also highlights the advantage of stock …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 69–75 Read article
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Job Satisfaction of Library and Information Science Professionals: An Expert’s View
Abstract: AbstractThe library is a growing organism it demands highly skilled and experienced library and information science (LIS) professionals to fulfil needs of the user and for information management. It is also very important for the professionals to satisfy their own needs because only satisfied professionals can provide innovative services to the end user. In this article, we analyse the various literature related to the job satisfaction of LIS professionals and …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Use of ICT in Language Teaching and Library
Abstract: Library experts need particular data tools (Information Communication Technology) for everyday schedule tasks just as for exploration and scholastic exercises. The most recent gadgets for data correspondence innovation have brought about the quick dissemination of information and have changed the data taking care of exercises in examination and scholarly libraries in India. Examination and scholastic libraries, generally connected with colleges and exploration organizations as focuses of library administrations, have hugely …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Library and Auditorium Electrical Appliances Automation
Abstract: Wireless technologies are used in consumer applications for quite a long while. On the other hand, the operation of radio based communication frameworks in mechanization of applications was viewed as dubious for long time. Basically, the exceptionally fluctuating nature of remote transmission channels, contrasted with wired ones, was responsible for this fact. The use of wireless technology in industrial automation systems offers a number of potential benefits, from the obvious …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Evaluation of Services of Academic Libraries of Colleges
Abstract: The proposed research work is based on the evaluation of the services provided by academic libraries. The study of services offered by the academic libraries of all these colleges is the area of research interest of present work. This study is completely based on information collected from these libraries regarding their services. Hence, the qualitative and quantitative evaluation of these library services is based on information obtained in the survey. …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 186–193 Read article
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Emerging Technologies in The Field of Library and Information Science: An Overview
Abstract: The advent of the computer and Internet impacted the field of library and information science to a greater extent and libraries are always in the forefront in implementing new tools and technologies to ensure effective and efficient services to the clients. This paper attempts to profile some of the emerging trends and technologies in the field of library and information science such as automation, digitization, consortia, RFID enabled security systems, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 430–435 Read article
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Library Leadership and Competencies: Essence of The Hour
Abstract: The concept of Leadership is not a new phenomenon and it becomes essential in all the sectors and Library and Information science is not an exception to it. Looking at the current situation of working togetherness and team spirit, today Leadership is one of the specialized areas being emphasized today as one of the key competency for teaching and practicing librarians. This study explores the significance of library leadership and …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 254–259 Read article
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Application of Radio Frequency Identification Technology use in Bhavnagar District Library user’s information- seeking behavior
Abstract: Purpose: Bhavnagar District Library to provide faster information services to the users through new technology by using radio frequency identification technology in the information seeking behavior of the user. When it comes to providing information services to users through old traditional methods, it takes time to get information. Today, RFID (Radio frequency identification device) has become very necessary regarding the behavior of getting information through new technology. The users of …
Published in International Journal of Radio Frequency Innovations · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Opinion of Young Adults towards Extension Activities of Public Libraries in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractThis paper examines the young adults opinion towards extension activities of public libraries in Karnataka, the purpose of the study is to know the demographic characteristics of young adult public library (YAPL) users and their opinion about the academic and cultural activities of public library. The structured questionnaire was designed and distributed randomly to 1680 users between 15 to 40 years of age out of which 1021 filled-in questionnaires were …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Changing Trends and Development in Digital Environment: User Education
Abstract: Academic libraries today are complex institutions with multiple roles and a host of related operations and services developed over the years. Developing information technology has enabled academic libraries to move from traditional paper-based environments toward networked electronic ones. Developments in computers, microelectronics, and communication technologies have radically changed the library and information environment. A great number of global information resources are available to libraries now. The discussion focuses on the …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 11–14 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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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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Discover the Library of Congress: An Evaluation About Digital Collection
Abstract: In contemporary knowledge-based society the novel developments mainly triggered by the advancement in information and communication technologies, intensely influenced the way of accessing, preserving, conserving and information, and thereby paved innovative way of archiving information resources through digital platform. In this milieu, current study attempts to analyse the collection archived by Library of Congress to highlight its varied features based on chosen parameters. The analysis evidently divulges that Library of …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 49–57 Read article
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Use of Internet Facility and Its Services Impact on the Faculty Members of SPBPEC and SPIT of North Gujarat Colleges: A Study
Abstract: The present study is aimed at analyzing the internet use and its services impact among the faculty members of SPBPEC and SPIT of North Gujarat. The study factors affecting the use of internet, purpose, services, infrastructures facilities, problems of using library resources, most use of database, etc., were studied. The research methodology tool, method of questionnaire was adopted to collect the data followed by both of the college faculty members. …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 19–28 Read article