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Abstract:
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The paper examines both the two advanced terminologies of information skills
and information literacy as generally envisaged. Discusses the challenges
proffered by the new technology within and out of the institutions of higher
learning. Provide and direct users on library use and marketing information
literacy has become a major duty of library staff whether on a library practical
tour nor in a lecture hall. This has been both a major initiative and contribution
that library and information profession are involved for the sake of promoting the
effective use of the print and electronic resources under their custody. India has
not done much on the user skills programme as observed in most of their colleges
and universities, unlike other many countries. However, the country recognizes
the need for training end-users in the appropriate areas as the environment
changes in order to overcome hurdles while using the library resources. Stresses
the importance of continuing education not only for the library and information
professionals but also the patrons whenever there is a new invention. It further
suggests that Indian universities and colleges make it an obligation for all users
to undertake this training whether in a lecture theatre or hand on the site-training. |