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154 articles for “Library Collection”
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Barriers to the Use of Library Collection vs. Demographic Characteristics of Engineering College Library Users in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractThis paper focuses on the barriers of using library collection vs. demographic variables of the users of Mysore region engineering college libraries (MRECL) in Karnataka. The principal objective of the study therefore, is to assess the relationship between the four demographic variables such as gender, age, educational qualifications and designation with that of barriers to the use library collection. This is shown by the way of cross tabulation of barriers …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 46–56 Read article
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Adequacy of Library Collection and User Satisfaction in Mysore Region Engineering College Libraries (MRELC) in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractLibraries are the heart of all the academic libraries, which assists to conduct research and teaching programs successfully. Engineering college libraries are no less in this direction. The present study explores to identify the adequacy of library collection and user satisfaction in Mysore region engineering college libraries. Adequacy is based on quantity, quality and accuracy of the collection. This will automatically lead to user satisfaction. Thus, both adequacy of library …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Weeding as a Sustainable Practice: Ethical Implications for Library Collection Management
Abstract: Libraries continually refine their collections to ensure they remain relevant, reliable, and representative of their users' needs. However, the process of weeding raises pressing ethical and environmental concerns. This study reframes weeding as a practice of ethical stewardship and sustainable collection management rather than a routine technical procedure. It introduces the Ethical-Sustainability Weeding Framework (ESWF), a conceptual model integrating ethical responsibility, Institutional transparency, and ecological accountability. The ESWF encompasses five …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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From Cave Paintings to Virtual Web-based Information Resources: Expedition of Library Collection Formats
Abstract: AbstractThe study confers the trends in information storage mediums offered by libraries i.e. collection formats to bring to light the development and advancement in the formats of collection from cave paintings to the virtual web-based information resources. In the beginning, information storage formats tend to be crude and rough in response to the available demand for information as well as the technique available, to store and preserve information that ultimately …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 57–70 Read article
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University Libraries in Kashmir: Present Status of Resources and Services
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to find the present status of resources and services available in eight libraries of the universities in Kashmir, as no such work has been carried out previously. For this study survey method has been adopted and questionnaires used as an instrument to collect data about the resources available in each case for their users. The paper also attempts to build a correlation between the …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Library Treasures in the World: Manuscript Collection in Vatican Library, Vatican Palace, Rome, Italy
Abstract: AbstractThe world has great treasures embodied in the ocean of knowledge. Libraries are the source of knowledge and heritage collections. Vatican library situated in the Vatican Palace, Rome, Italy possess one of the oldest and rare manuscript collections of the previous centuries. It plays a major role in supporting the researchers by providing useful information and collection which helps them to reveal secrets of previous centuries in their works. It …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 45–53 Read article
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Opinion of Young Adults towards Collection Management of Public Libraries in Karnataka
Abstract: AbstractThe paper aims to look at the Young Adult Public Library (YAPL) users’ opinion towards collection of public libraries in Karnataka. A well thought-out questionnaire was administered to gather data by using random sampling method and collected data were analyzed with the help of SPSS version 16. The key findings of the current study are; Majority of the respondents numbering 775 (75.9%) are male, nearly 457 (44.8%) users are UG …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Evaluation of Collection Development Provided by NIT Libraries in North India
Abstract: AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to know about the collection development policies and the users’ views about various aspects of their respective libraries’ functioning like working hours, collection, services, staff, space available for seating, etc. It was also intended to know their suggestions about any improvement, change required in the existing library functioning and services. This study investigates existing collection in NIT libraries and trends of collection development being …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–6 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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Library Resources and Collection Development: A Study
Abstract: The selection activities of the public, academic and large special libraries will also vary depending upon their sizes. In small public libraries, most of the librarians are involved in the selection procedure. As the library system grows, adds branches and expands services, selection is usually delegated to the departmental heads or branch library supervisors. A large metropolitan public library system frequently assigns the selection activities to a committee composed of …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 29–34 Read article
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Collection Development at MM Engineering College Library: A Case Study
Abstract: AbstractCollection Development plays a vital role in fulfilling ever growing and changing demands of users. A library is relevant to its users only when it provide relevant information to its users. The collection should be quality based rather than quantity. The paper presents different aspects of collection development and analyzes the growth of collection in the library so far with particular reference to books and e-resources. This article provides guidelines …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 1–7 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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Developing Print Collection at Mysore Region Engineering College Libraries (MRECL) in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractThe present study focuses on the growth of different kinds of printed library materials available at Mysore Region Engineering College Libraries (MRECL) of Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Karnataka, India. From this region a total of 52 engineering colleges were identified. Of this 47 colleges responded to the questionnaire served to all the librarians of these sample colleges. The responses thus received were categorised into six groups such as; books, journals, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Collection, Organization and Proper Dissemination of E-Resources and Services: Role of Librarian
Abstract: AbstractThe information need and information seeking behavior of the users have already changed due to massive development of information communication technology. In the modern digital era, most of the libraries have not only changed their library collection but also changed their services pattern. Most of the private engineering college libraries have started to subscribe the electronic resources. Libraries provide not only collection of e-resources, and their e-services but also proper …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–5 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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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 Development: Transition from Traditional to Artificial Data
Abstract: Presently, conventional libraries, although using information tools, are encountering difficulties in effectively managing books. Traditional libraries must embrace innovation and adapt to the AI society in this technological age. Internet-of-things (IoT) technologies have the capability to collect data in real-time. By implementing business process re-engineering, it is possible to improve and optimize certain procedures. Implementing an AI library management system that incorporates IoT and automates the fundamental operations of a …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Unveiling Library Usage Patterns: A Python-based Descriptive Analysis of Big Data in Librarianship
Abstract: This study analyses circulation data from Vivekananda Library, Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana, India, for the academic year 2022-23. The analysis is conducted using descriptive statistics and Python programming to understand library resource utilisation patterns, temporal trends, and user behaviour. The findings reveal distinct usage patterns across the four quarters, with variations in the number and types of transactions. Temporal trends show fluctuations in library usage based on academic calendars …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Users Perspectives on Library Resources at the Colleges of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh Division
Abstract: The present paper delves into the perspectives of library users across various college divisions, including Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. The study employs a survey approach, with a carefully designed questionnaire distributed among users to gather essential data. A significant response rate was achieved, with approximately 572 completed questionnaires returned. This study examines college students' perceptions of these divisions, focusing on their use of the library for browsing both print and …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–23 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