K., Vishala B.; Bhandi, M. K.(INFLIBNET Centre, November 10, 2005)
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Abstract:
Information literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize when information
is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information”
– American Literacy Association,
Presidential committee on information Literacy final Report 1989.
Online access to scholarly scientific content is growing, Electronic journals (e-journals), in
particular is an increasing important resource for research and academic community and
plays a significant role in scholarly communication. Library and information professionals
and end-users will have to develop learning attitude and network related competencies to
reap the benefits being made available to us by the information and communication
technologies. The paper emphasizes the role of training and awareness programme, both
for staff and users of the library for ensuring effective use of electronic journals.