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Ravichandra (Inflibnet center, February 28, 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: The paper provides meaning of standards. It discusses the evolution of library standards and their requirements to become effective measures. It analyses and reviews the RGUHS Standards developed for implementation in the libraries of the colleges affiliated to RGUHS. It is concluded that the RGUHS Standards may not be able to achieve the desired results until the University, the institutional managements and the library managers sincerely aim to improve the library quality and work towards implementation of the Standards. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1288 Files in this item: 1
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Ramasamy Pillai, M (INFLIBNET Centre, March NaN, 2001)[more][less]
Abstract: Discusses the trend and the need for the transformation of traditional library collections from print into digital form. The concept of Hybrid Library is also briefly presented. Migration as preservation strategy is discussed. The influence of technological innovations on migration of digital collections is also discussed. Different risk factors involved in migrating the digital data from one media and format to another are highlighted. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/99 Files in this item: 1
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Natarajan, M. (INFLIBNET Centre, November 10, 2005)[more][less]
Abstract: The development and dissemination of information in various forms and media on a local, national and international level has envisaged the librarians to be advocative in all means of information service provided from their libraries. Higher education is experiencing a dramatic influx with a new generation of faculty with different sources of information. This article deals with the definition of risk management and identification of the various areas of risks in library environment. The applications of risk management in libraries start from the collection development, through publishers / vendors for different types of documents. The different types of risk include: Assessing the organization Collection management Access rights by the users Scholarly communication Risks associated with the migration Consortia Staff training and recruitment Preservation Use of technology by the students, faculty and library staff. The strategies for managing the risks are explained for the following: By having discussions, group meetings, etc, the information requirements of users, faculty and students can be found; Communicating with other agencies like library schools, professional associations for finding out the latest syllabus, in order to develop the content accordingly. Detailed discussion with publishers / vendors for collection management covering all aspects of the future needs /demands / changes; For collecting the resources from external sources, resource sharing and access to the databases along with Internet; Consortium approach for collection development, content management, information services and preservation; Hiring staff with competitive skills and also develop skills for the existing staff, by providing in-house training; and Preservation aspect could be resolved by consortia approach by discussing the formats, storage medium, software availability, upgradation of hardware, etc. The author concluded that the library professionals should take all precautions of risk management and provides risk free managerial services to the users on time. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1412 Files in this item: 1
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Makhdumi, Gayas; Sreenivasulu, V (INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad, February NaN, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper advocates and proposes the task of engineering and architecting Global Info ATMs. By applying and using this conceptual framework, the components, approaches, the process for building and development of comprehensive tools, technologies, techniques, support systems and possible methods of harnessing the concept of “Global Info ATMs” are discussed. The role of the new search engine-WebLib with Browser –Knowledge Navigator (KN) is put forth. The paper also outlines Global Info ATMs concept towards formation of Local/National/Global Digital Libraries Network. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/363 Files in this item: 1
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Bhattacharya, Sanat (INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad, February NaN, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: Digital libraries are indeed an important field of practice and research in the growing cyber culture. The question of knowledge its selection, storage and accessibility, is a key ethical and legal issue in a society which predicates for itself the attributes of information and knowledge. It contains in-depth discussions on ethical issues of privacy, censorship, preservation and its transmission to future generation. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/336 Files in this item: 1
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Jayalakshmi, M; Jyothi, B (INFLIBNET Centre, March 2, 2011)[more][less]
Abstract: Wikipedia says information literacy is “A set of competencies that an informed citizen of an information society ought to possess to participate intelligently and actively in that society”. This definition is apt for the Information Technology industry, where all employees are informed citizens of an information society. Assessing their information literacy is imperative in the knowledge environment. It aids them to realize their potential and promote their sustainable development in their organization. This paper explores how a corporate library is assisting the employees of the organization in enhancing their information literacy through its customized products and services. To understand the library’s reach among the employees at various roles in the organization, a survey covering 111 employees of Tata Consultancy Services, Chennai was conducted and the outcome of the survey is discussed URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1631 Files in this item: 1
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Gill, Nasib S; Dabas, K C (INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad, February NaN, 2004)[more][less]
Abstract: Libraries generate, accumulate, and disseminate information to its readers and users in the desired format and at the desired location. The process of using library data more effectively begins by discovering ways to connect the sources of data created by Libraries. The concept of data warehousing and data mining can assist library management in making decisions and setting policies, and can assist the library’s parent organization or community in understanding the information needs of its members. Data mining is the process of analyzing data from different perspectives and summarizing it into useful information. Data mining provides knowledge by uncovering valuable information that can be used for various purposes in different areas of applications. Using various techniques of data mining such as association rules, decision trees, and cross tabulation can help discover this unused information. The scope of this paper is to discuss the role and importance of data warehousing and data mining in making the libraries of the future. This paper first discusses the concept of data warehousing, its characteristics, and its uses. Further, the paper also discusses the concept of data mining and its use in library and information services. Description: This is only an Abstract URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/399 Files in this item: 1
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Choughule, Pradnya (INFLIBNET CENTER, December 7, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Present paper explains the role of digital information services in corporate libraries. The introduction to digital information has added a new dimension to information technology, which gave birth to new concept of digital information services. Corporate libraries have different users with different requirements. The methodology used for this paper is a literature survey and observation. It discusses how the effective and efficient use of new technologies helps us to improve the library’s image. Digital information services provide a wide array of services to assist members of the library with organising material or making them more widely available. Today the trend is quickly shifting towards computerisation. Library whether big or small tries in to provide better or more accurate services to its end users at minimum cost and time. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1054 Files in this item: 1
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Singh, Prachi (INFLIBNET Centre, February 2, 2005)[more][less]
Abstract: Today the concept of e-learning or online learning is getting emphasis in many organizations like academic, research, corporate or government. But method of implementation of elearning is still a question. Many organizations have developed separate IT based systems for e-learning which are independent and costly as well. While others have preferred to develop e-learning modules integrated to their other IT technology based systems like KM System (Knowledge Management), Content Management System (CMS), or digital library. Digital Library provides a very well framed and compatible base for e-learning module. This article deals with various aspects of e-learning, strategies for e-learning implementation, role of digital libraries in developing e-learning, and few cases where digital libraries are successfully used in e-learning. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1564 Files in this item: 1
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Tholkappian, S; Chandran, D (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: E-books are becoming popular of late because they have several advantages when compared to printed books. E-books provide multimedia information, full-text searching, reference linking, flexibility in searching and browsing, selection of different types of fonts, portability, and interoperability on a variety of devices. E-book reader software allows users to highlight, annotate, underline and bookmark. This paper discusses the role of e-books in academic libraries. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1441 Files in this item: 1
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Prakash, A Jaya (INFLIBNET Centre, November 10, 2005)[more][less]
Abstract: Libraries play a very important role in this fast changing e-environment of publishing. Their role includes identification of selection of information, its organization of management, storage retrieval and dissemination to right users at the right time at right place at right price and in right format. The goal of any academic libraries is to meet the teaching, research and other information needs of the user. The proliferation of the literature on all the subjects, price of journals hike in currency conversion rate and the budget crunch made the libraries depend upon each other. This leads to library co-operation, resource sharing and networks etc. At present the online databases, E-journals facilitate formation of the consortia at resource sharing among the libraries. Consortia prove to be one of the major solutions to the existing problems of budget crunches among the libraries and information centers. The advent of E-publishing has brought a revolution in journal publication, subscription and access delivery mechanism. The paper discuses the necessisity increasing the information resources in electronic form to meet the current demand of academic libraries and institutions at affordable cost and also discuses need and importance of E-journal consortium and resource sharing among libraries and information centers. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1413 Files in this item: 1
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Karisiddappa, C R; H C, Kavita (INFLIBNET Center, February 2, 2006)[more][less]
Abstract: The Paper discusses the issues related to information literacy in l;the context of internet URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1178 Files in this item: 1
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Nair, G Hemachandran (INFLIBNET Centre, February 2, 2005)[more][less]
Abstract: The present practice of Ayurveda emphasizes on traditional way. The globalisation, patent, intellectual property rights issues and biopiracy are becoming major challenges in the indigenous traditional medical system like Ayurveda. So there is going to be crises and challenges in the Ayurveda system. In order to promote as a global medicine and equip Ayurveda to meet the global healthcare needs of the 21st century, there is an urgent need to modernise the ancient system in pace with the development of science and technology. So considering all these facts, Ayurveda is needed to restructure in the global context to meet the rising demands of a cyber society with the application of information and communication technology. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1568 Files in this item: 1
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Singh, Rajender (INFLIBNET Centre, February NaN, 2003)[more][less]
Abstract: Information Technology (IT) is the buzzword now-a days. It has brought out fundamental changes in functioning of libraries and the services they provide to the users. Today, in the age of Information Technology, we have the concept of ‘Using Information from Digital and Network Libraries’. For using information from digital libraries, we need speed creativity, ability to retain people and security. All these requirements can be met by Internet and an Intranet. It means that, today, the role and importance of these two buzzwords not only in libraries/organizations but for each human being is very high. Internet should reach to every man, woman and child. In my opinion, therefore, a new slogan should be coined as “Roti, Kapda, Makan aur Internet !”. This paper describes briefly Internet, Intranet, their differences, and their role and applications in an educational organization and particularly in digital libraries and network security. Description: This is only an Abstract URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/272 Files in this item: 1
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Sharma, J C (INFLIBNET Centre, February NaN, 2002)[more][less]
Abstract: Internet engineering has emerged as a powerful tool for modern libraries and information centres in providing information services. Discusses what and why of Internet. Internet tools like E-MAIL, FTP,USENET and TELNET for achieving internet services have been briefly explained. Finally, need forresource sharing and role of Internet engineering in resource sharing have been elaborated. Description: This is only an Abstract URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/74 Files in this item: 1
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Beena, C; Padmakumar, P K (INFLIBNET Centre, February 18, 2010)[more][less]
Abstract: Resource mobilization or generation is one of the global challenges in all sectors such as business, agriculture, banking, industry etc. In recent years, higher education has undergone important changes including the shift from teacher centered to a student centered learning, and the replacement of the traditional practice of learning over a specified period of time by the concept of lifelong learning. Higher education also is facing the new challenges of Information resource mobilization and management. The advancement of Information and communication technology (ICT) and multimedia applications has resulted in a lot of change in education like classroom teaching, e-learning, scholarly communication, online resources etc. In the current scenario of higher education, institutional repositories play a major role in collective resource mobilization and resource sharing across the nation and over the globe. This paper explains how scientific community and academia in Cochin University of Science & Technology contribute for resource mobilization through the institutional repository and how it is beneficial to the institution as well as the academic community. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/988 Files in this item: 1
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Rathod, Meeta (INFLIBNET Centre, November 10, 2005)[more][less]
Abstract: Libraries or Information Centres are the hubs in which knowledge is a major resource and the performances of these knowledge in terms of adding and delivering value to their users depend upon their ability and effectiveness in generating , organizing, manging, and using this knowledge. As knowledge is continuously changing, it is necessary to dedicate and maintain a group of people to continuously update and maintain the knowledge repositories as well as validate the knowledge in the repositories. The system for managing this knowledge is known as Knowledge Management System and the person who manages this knowledge is better known as Knowledge Manager. The paper tries to describe briefly knowledge management ,tools of knowledge management and thereafter illustrates the essential characteristics required in the Knowledge Manager. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1380 Files in this item: 1
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Gandhi, R T D Ramesh; Ragavendra; Chidanandappa, S (INFLIBNET Centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: The basic foundation of librarian’s work lies in pursuit of his duties in accordance with the known expectations of society in general and needs of digital library users in particularly in a large multidisciplinary Library and Information Science discipline. Due to the emergence of digital World in the Web environment in response to the growing digital collection, distributing learning and multi and extra disciplinary research environment and the changing behavior of digital users. The paper mainly presents a brief an overview of librarian’s role in the digital Era / library. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/515 Files in this item: 1
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Dhanakar, M Arul; Nithyanandam, K; Pandian, R; Rajasekar, V (INFLIBNET Centre, November 6, 2008)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper emphasizes on Institutional Repository which includes online locus for collecting, preserving, and disseminating — in digital form – the intellectual output of an institution, particularly a research institution. For a university, this would include material such as research journal articles, before (pre prints) and after (post prints) undergoing peer review, and digital versions of theses and dissertations, but it might also include other digital assets generated by normal academic life, such as administrative documents, course notes, or learning objects. Institutional repositories have become an indispensable component for information and knowledge sharing in the scholar world. This paper discusses the role of Librarians in Institutional Repositories. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1144 Files in this item: 1
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Vyas, S D (INFLIBNET Centre, March NaN, 2001)[more][less]
Abstract: The data, concerning human development progress as well as use of information technology in our country, shows that we are still far behind other developed nations. Efforts have been made by present government to make India, a knowledge based society in new era. It has set time bound targets to see that India becomes a 'developed nation' in next twenty years. The paper criticises the concept of knowledge worker, as it fails to identify the due role of library and information professionals. Appreciates the efforts of the Planning Commission and A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's India 2020: A Vision of the New Millennium, making an environment in which the people make India a developed nation. It states how our rural people begin to use the tools of information technology in new era. The opening of two Public Information Kiosks (PIKS) by National Institute of Rural Development (NIRD), in Andhra Pradesh is a good beginning to harness new technology by its rural people. The paper discusses the role of library and information professionals, as they are actively engaged in finding practicle solutions to the challenges of digital age. The paper points out Christopher Edwards's view that the role of information professionals in knowledge society is neither fully recognised nor understood. He furthers remarks that the major initiatives of the government have always bypassed the library and information sector. Our professional skills developed over generations are marginalised. The paper deliberates upon the recent development in ICTs at international level. The paper concludes with a caution, that, without emphasizing the role of information professionals as well as of libraries and information centres, our vision of knowledge society shall remain a dream. Description: This is only an Abstract URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/167 Files in this item: 1
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