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269 articles for “Library Science Journal”
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Availability of Open Access Books in Punjabi over Different Web Portals: A Descriptive Study
Abstract: Punjabi is the eleventh largely spoken language of the world. It is the mother tongue of 120 million Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians inhibiting the vast stretch from Multan to Delhi in the North-West of the Indo-Pak subcontinent. Of the total 120 million speakers, 76 million are in Pakistan and 33 million in India. Punjabi diaspora in 35 countries, especially in North America, Europe and Australia has taken its culture …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 86–93 Read article
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Use of INDEST E-Resources by the Faculty of IITs: Factor Analysis with Designation
Abstract: This study examines the use of INDEST E-Resources by designation wise by Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) faculty. It also highlights the testing of analysis of variance (ANOVA) basic advantages, disadvantages, augmented purpose, availability and accessibility, limitation of accessing, strength in accessing, expected facilitation, core purpose, value addition, satisfaction, importance, reading pattern with designation wise using INDEST E-Resources by faculty of top seven IITs. The F value is 2.11 and …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 49–64 Read article
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Research Publication Trends among Faculty of Bharathiar University: A Scientometric Study
Abstract: The study examined the analysis of research publications of the faculty of Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. Bibliographic records of 4645 items were retrieved from Scopus database between 1982 and 2015 and increasing publications trends were seen in Bharathiar University. The average output of the organization was 137 per year. Among the 4645 papers published in the span of 34 years, highest number of 748 papers was published in the year 2015. …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Use of Information Resources and Services by Academia of Fashion Design Institute: A Study
Abstract: The study examines the use of information resources and services by the academia. It also highlights institution, age, designation, class, gender, qualification and computer literacy impact all use of information resources and services. The analysis found that they are satisfied with information resources and services of Fashion design institution. Keywords: Information, resources, services, fashion design, fashion institution, fashion technology, swatch library, south IndiaCite this Article Manjunatha S.R., P. Sarasvathy. Use …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Analysis of the Publications of the KSR College of Engineering: A Bibliometric Study
Abstract: The study examined the analysis of research publications of the faculty of KSR College of Engineering, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, India. Data has been downloaded during the selected ten years between 2007 and 2016 from the Scopus database. Among the 465 papers published in the span of 10 years, highest numbers of 101 papers were published in the year 2015. The total numbers of citation received by the papers were 1149 …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Research Productivity of Faculty Members in Urumu Dhanalakshmi College: A Scientometric Study
Abstract: The bibliometric and scientometric studies are frequently used to assess research publications and to generate information that could be used by policy makers and experts. This study has proven to be a useful tool in the assessment of research publication of faculty. Taking into account the Scientist’s participation in scientific collaboration, publication and productivity pattern have been calculated. The present study aims to analyze the research productivity of faculty in …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Issue and Challenges of Plagiarism in Digital Environment: A Conceptual Analysis
Abstract: Information explosion is the concept that originated after the invention of www. Plagiarism is one of the most discussed phenomenons nowadays. It has crept in the scholarly society in the late 19th century with information explosion. The paper discusses the possible ways to avoid the plagiarism. It presents a brief conceptual analysis of plagiarism along with information on some important plagiarism detection tools/software. It also compares the characteristic features of …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 65–69 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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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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Intellectual Freedom and Censorship
Abstract: In the present scholastic world, intellectual freedom is an important issue. In this paper, different variables which are influencing intellectual freedom have been talked about alongside endeavors that should be made with a specific end goal to make access to information feasible to all. The issues being confronted primarily by librarians concerning the protection of private information of the library clients have additionally been discussed in this paper. Moreover, the …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–40 Read article
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Passion of Reading on Print Resources: A Survey of IPS Academy, Indore
Abstract: Reading of print resources is a psychological necessity of learned society. There are a number of people who never sleep before reading. The study sought to assess the passion of reading on print resources among students of IPS Academy, Indore. Study covered the area of interest among the students and finds their view about their hobby, variety of literature, place of reading, leisure reading time etc. The study recommended that …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 47–57 Read article
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Copyright Sensing Model of Orphan Works in Library: A Legal Approach
Abstract: This article has been designed to cater the awareness of copyright sensing of orphan collection. Author found that copyright sensing of orphan work is a real problem faced by the libraries and an important question emerges that orphan works may occur in any library To maintain the Copyright of the orphan work it is necessary to identify and trace all the legal heirs, requiring family relations to be traced with …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Role of E-Learning in Higher Education in India, Benefits and Challenges: A Review
Abstract: This paper describe e-learning, its benefits and challenges at higher educational institutes in India. The purpose of this paper is to present an intuition about e-learning and its use in the higher institution. Further, it elaborates the reasons for slower progress of e-learning. It also discusses the role, which librarians can play for providing effective e-learning environment in higher education.Keywords: E-learning, higher education, ICT, educational institutions Cite this Article Shivcharan. …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Social Reference Management Software: An Evaluation
Abstract: The present study has made an endeavour to evaluate and compare the select social reference management software. To achieve objectives a web survey of reference management software was conducted. Various web retrieval tools & sources were consulted in the identification of reference management software. After compiling an exhaustive list of reference management software, their web traffic was measured by Alexa Data Bank to ascertain their global web ranking. Accordingly all …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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A Comparative Study: The Usage of Electronic Resources by Library Users of Desh Bhagat University and Chitkara University (PB.)
Abstract: The research areas of the study were Desh Bahgat University Mandi Gobindgarh and Chitkara University, Banaur, Rajpura on the title of “A Comparative study Usage of EResources by the Library Users of Desh Bhagat University and Chitkara University, (Pb.)”. The knowledge was collected for the same thorough questionnaire and the sample size of the respondents was 200 only, from which, 25 were faculty members, 25 were research scholars and 50 …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 101–108 Read article
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Information-Seeking Behavior of the Students of Lovely Professional University: A Survey
Abstract: This study inspects the utilization of collection of resources and services at Library of Lovely Professional University, Punjab. To determine the information-seeking behaviour of the undergraduate and postgraduate users, 600 questionnaires were distributed during the November 01, 2017 to December 15, 2017. Out of 600, 528 filled questionnaires were returned by users. On the basis of that the present study focuses on utilization of resources, meaning of the library, purpose …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Transforming the Public Library Status in India
Abstract: Libraries of all kinds promote the individual opportunity that ultimately drives the success of our communities and our nation. Public libraries support people at every phase of life. They encourage life-long learning and help to develop skills and promote social inclusion. Libraries are a key contributor to the social, cultural, economic growth, health and well-being of communities and also contribute to ensure that the county remains a vibrant place to …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 97–103 Read article
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Efficacy of Electronic Resources in Teaching–Learning Process for Faculties in CMR College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana: A Survey
Abstract: This paper evaluates the use of C M R College of Engineering and Technology, College Library in Hyderabad (Telangana), India. A survey of 73 faculty members is conducted through a questionnaire. The analysis of the collected data covers the use of electronic resources and how the electronic resources are improving the academic careers of the faculty and also what are the problems that are faced in using the electronic resources. …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 85–88 Read article
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Global Digital Citizenship: Awareness and Practice of Youngsters
Abstract: This study analyses the awareness of digital citizenship of our youngsters. For this data collected from degree students (sample 900) from “Ballari Institute of Technology and Management, Ballari”. From the study, it is revealed that it has become necessary to make awareness for our generation about digital citizenship. People must get ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create and communicate information and technical skills. Technologies are …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 60–62 Read article
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Library Buildings: New Aspects of Library Design
Abstract: The importance of library building is obvious, regardless of whether one is thinking of the institution teaching and research program of its budget poor building can seriously handicap students and professor where as a good one can contribute to the intellectual health of the whole institution. The study regarding the building of library will play a very important role to design the new building of libraries according to new IT …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 75–79 Read article