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25 Years of Electronic Resources Collection Development at the University of Salford: Some Issues and Challenges
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2005-11-10) Sandhu, Gurdish; Sale, Anna
The information landscape is changing rapidly; the reasons for these changes are discussed. The paper outlines the acquisition of electronic resources at Salford University along with the chronological history and expenditure as a percentage of the overall learning resources budget. Past, present and future developments for providing access to expanding e-resources collections are discussed. The paper further discusses the implications for managing e-resources
The 3C’s - Convergence of Computers, Communication and Content (Multimedia)
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2003-02) Doctor, Gayatri
We are moving from a physical world based on atoms to a digital world based on bits. Today new techniques of Information packaging and delivery ensure its availability at the point of demand instantly. This is achieved by exploiting the technologies provided by telecommunications, computer networking and broadcasting media. Some major Value-Added Services like E-mail and the WWW ( World Wide Web ) , Cable TV and Internet Access, Education via Internet E-business, Telebanking , Radio and Television Broadcast on the Internet are a result of this convergence bringing up various Security and Cryptography aspects . Internet telephony reflects the beginning of a new communication era, which is characterized by running real-time applications over Internet/Intranet based computer communication infrastructure. Mobile communications and Internet based computer communications are the two fastest growing areas of communications indicating an enormous potential in the intersection of these two domains. Emerging trends are 4G, the Wireless Broadband Access which gives way to applications like Virtual Navigation, Tele medicine, Tele-geoprocessing applications, Crisis management applications and Virtual Laboratories. The interaction between human and the 3C’s ( Computer + Communication + Content (Multimedia) is becoming a daily staple as we witness powerful computers uniting in a networked environment where wired and wireless communications enjoy broadening bandwidths that permit the transmission of multimedia content.
A-Lib 2.0: New Avatar Academic Libraries with Web 2.0 Applications
(INFLIBNET Center, 2008-02-28) Dora, Mallikarjun; Maharana, Bulu
The web has seen the explosion of social networking tools, which are empowering ordinary people to connect, collaborate and contribute in a global collaboration. These social software applications are now the hottest properties of the Internet users. This article explains the how Web 2.0 tools could be applied in academic libraries to convert them as A-Lib 2.0 or Academic Library 2.0. The paper further includes a few cases from different libraries which have already adopted these new services. One recent survey found that 34.41% of total academic libraries in New York State are using Web 2.0 Services; the major ones include IM, Blogs, RSS, Book marking, Wiki, Social Networks, etc. Library 2.0 has changed the traditional way of thinking about the profession where library only engage in creating the content and services for user shifted to the side of user where librarian will enable user to create them for themselves
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism A Case Study
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2016-10) Prakash, I N; Badrinath, H R
In order to avoid plagiarism, academic institutions need to maintainhigh academic standards through the use of various ethical codes and rules. Plagiarism in academic circlesmay not always be intentional and may stem from lack of awareness of the issue. We present a case study on how we have approached this issue at Alliance University.
Academic Integrity, Information Use and Information Literacy in the Digital Environment: A study from An Ethical use Perspective
(2022-11) Dhar, Prasenjit; Gayan, Mithu Anjali
Nowadays, the unethical use of information in the digital environment violates academic integrity. In this situation, information literacy is an essential skill mandatory for tackling challenges. The present study aims to find students’ awareness regarding academic integrity, information use, and information literacy in the digital environment from an ethical point of view. By using google form, a questionnaire was distributed randomly to PG students, and collected data were analyzed. Results of the study revealed that 88.24% (60) students are aware when plagiarism happens. Also, most of the PG students know the meaning of censorship (82.72%) and examples of citation style manuals (85.19%). On the other hand, less than half of the respondents were acquainted with the term netiquette (49.38%) and referencing software (27.16%). Further, Hypothesis testing results reveal that there is a significant difference between males and females regarding the statement, “Copying is allowed from open access resources without giving credit or citation or references”. Similarly, a substantial difference between the two age groups students was observed regarding two statements, one is the meaning of censorship, and another one is examples of citation style manuals. The researcher suggested that workshops, webinars, and training may be beneficial for students to keep academic integrity intact.
Academic Librarians of the North-East and Automation
(2003) Laloo, Bikika
Academic Libraries and Cloud Computing
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2013-03-23) Joshi, Namrata; Prajapati, Saurabh K
In library and information, first revolution came when automation started in most of the libraries. The main objective of this article is to give a basic overview of Cloud Computing and try to clear up some confusion on using the same. This paper also tries to present Cloud Computing in such a way that library community can understand it easily and make librarians to think on using it for designing and providing different services with modern infrastructure and technology.
Academic Libraries as Social Hub with Special Reference to North Eastern Region
(INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, 2018-11) Rath, Pravakar
Libraries in higher educational institutions have under gone a great transformation from an automated to virtual environment using Internet and social media with an objective to enhance the reach of library resources and services among the academic fraternity. The present paper emphasises on the importance of academic libraries as social hub with special reference to North Eastern region by using social media tools. The author presents an overview of higher education in NE region and the libraries of centrally funded institutions currently providing various resources and services through Internet and social media. It is concluded that more efforts and initiatives need to be undertaken by academic libraries of North Eastern region for which some of the issues need to be addressed by planners and policy makers, library authorities and professionals liken policy issues, develop ICT infrastructure on priority, promote modernization of libraries, participate in library networks and consortia, develop digital library and optimal use of e-resources, creation of indigenous knowledge and knowledge specific to the region, recognize the importance of “Libraries –As Gateways to Knowledge” and contribute to national development, recognize the importance of social media and its application in teaching , learning and research.
Academic Libraries for the 21 st Century
(INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad, 2004-02) Konnur, P V; Bhandi, M K
This paper focuses on new paradigms and strategies that are ought to be considered from the perspectives of information technology and the critical information needs of academic library users, amidst the stress of reduced budgets and decreased buying power. The paper also discusses the effective solutions to meet the evolving information needs of the campus and the larger academic community.
Academic Libraries in the Participatory Age
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2012-03-03) Sahoo, Bibhuti Bhusan
Libraries are moving into a transitional state i.e. traditional library service and integration of current ICT to facilitate the services. Since the inception of libraries, libraries are trying to develop their collection in order to satisfy the need of their users. It is not possible for the librarians’ to provide all desired information to their users so they depend on other libraries for the information. The Library cooperation started with the participatory culture. The library professionals cooperate each other’s through various ways like inter library loan, consultancies etc. Online catalogs, hightech campus information networks, and accelerated resource sharing present opportunities for building comprehensive information centers. The present paper discusses the participative management, team work, ICT, Library building etc among library professionals as well as the user community. The library 2.0 technologies are helpful for collaborating in information creation, storage and retrieval. The library staff needs to be more dynamic in their approach to learn the current technology and leadership skills.
Academic Search Engines : Librarian’s Friend, Researcher’s Delight
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2006-11-09) Chakravarty, Rupak; Randhawa, Sukhwinder
Search engines are about excitement, optimism, hope and enrichment. Search engines are also about despair and disappointment. A researcher while using search engines for resource discovery might have experienced one or the other sentiments. One may say that user satisfaction depends much upon the search strategies deployed by the user. But at the same time its also depends upon the quality of search engine used for information retrieval. Today, there are many search engines used for resource discovery. They display the results of the searches made in readily-comprehensible manner with lots of customization possibilities including refining and sorting. This paper is an attempt to analyze qualitatively and quantitatively the three most used and popular search engines for academic resource discovery: Google Scholar, Scirus and Windows Live Academic.
Acceptance of MOOCs for Engineering Education In india
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2015-03-12) Joshi, Namrata M
MOOCs are in limelight recently. They are getting more and more attention from media ,education professionals and technology aware people from the society. MOOCs create enormous opportunity for continuing education. Anybody from anywhere can learn anything with the help of MOOCs. MOOCs became popular worldwide because of their free, quality , massive and attractive features. In this paper author explains concept of MOOCs, importance of MOOCs for engineering education, MOOCs in India , Moocs Globaly,Comparision of MOOCS in india and globally , Challenges and recommendations and Conclusion.
Access and Citing Theses Literature: A Study of the Role of Repositories and Academic Search Engines
(INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, 2023-11-17) P, Vijayakumar; M, Vijayakumar
This work investigates the impact of citations to theses emanating through archives and search engines such as Shodhganga, NDLTD, and others and compares them with Google Scholar citation data. The study is quantitative and uses the Bibliometrics citation analysis technique to evaluate references in the Scopus Database. The citation pattern of theses and dissertations indexed in the database is compared with the citation frequency of the repositories.The results show little correlation between the domain of ‘theses' output and its cited records. As expected, Scopus and Google Scholar have no correlation regarding citation frequencies. The findings help the authors understand the repositories' impact and provide attention to the high-impact repository sites.
Access of E-resources By The Users Of LNB Library With Special Reference to UGC-Infonet: An Evaluative Survey
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2008-11-06) Majumder, Apurba Jyoti; Deka, Dipen; Bose, Sharmila; Sarma, Gautam kumar; Goswami, Kukila
This paper is based on the survey of the users of the Laksminath Bezbaroa (LNB) Library of the Dibrugarh University about the access of the e-resources available in the library. The different types of available in the e-rosources under the UGC-INFONET in the Laksminath Bezbaroa (LNB) Library of the Dibrugarh University, the reasons behind the use of e-resources in the UGC-INFONET, the subjectwise use of the e-resources, and the problems in using the resources are discussed.
Access of Electronic Resources in Engineering College Libraries of Assam: An Empirical Analysis
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2014-09-25) Majumdar, Apurbajyoti; Majumdar, Sharmila Bose
The main objective of this research is to analyze and evaluate the use of web based-resources by the engineering college libraries of Assam. It covers the different types of academic users including faculty members, students and research scholars. It aims to consider the various factors of e-resources usage such as purposes, impact, importance, problems, acceptance, and satisfaction with e-resources. The survey was conducted with the help of a structured questionnaire followed by interview as and where it was felt necessary. Two formats of questionnaire were prepared; first, a printed format and second, an electronic format using Google Docs spreadsheet. The data so collected were analyzed and interpreted with the help of MS Excel. The study finds many aspects of e-resources use among engineering academics of Assam. It reveals that engineering college library users are using many types of e-resources. Using the e-resources, their academic/professional competency also improved. The teaching methodology also involved the e-resources uses and the students’ ability was also affected in a positive manner by this methodology. Some problems were also explored in using eresources. The majority of users were quite satisfied with using e-resources. The study was an attempt to evaluate the use of e-resources by users of engineering college libraries of Assam. Results from the study are encouraging and it is hoped that the findings will provide meaning and a useful platform for further research as well as usability among engineering academics will also be improved.
Access Provision and Security to Digital Resources
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2001-03) Mukut, Sarmah; Chakraborty, Sumana
Usage of digital media has witnessed a tremendous growth during the last decades, as a result of their notable benefits in efficient storage, ease of manipulation and transmission. However these features make digital media vulnerable to copyright infringement, tampering and unauthorized distribution. The access provisions and security or protection of digital resources has received significant attention within the digital media community, and a number of techniques in this respect have been evolved. In this paper we have discussed some of the reasons for attacking the digital resources; authentication, authorization, data hiding techniques for copyright protection and also some relevant topics of research results.
Access to Digital Resources Using Internet At Banaras Hindu University : A Survey
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2001-03) Prasad, H N; Singh, Suchita
This paper presents the analysis of the survey of Internet users at Banaras Hindu University. It examines various aspects of Internet use like frequency, purpose, facilities etc. Problems faced by Internet users in accessing digital resources are presented. Authors suggest that university libraries should organise Internet users training programme to ensure better exploitation of digital information available world wide.
Access to E-journals through UGC INFONET Digital Library Consortium: A Study of Usage Trends among the Universities of North East India
(INFLIBNET Centre, 2008-11-06) Chand, Prem; Arora, Jagdish; Naga, Moses M; Pradhan, Dinesh Ranjan
The paper highlights the usage trends of access to e-journals in ten universities of North East India. The preliminary findings from the data of last five years revealed that there is an upward trend. The paper briefly describes open access journals and the measurement tools of e-journals.
Access to E-Resources at TISS : a Case Study
(INFLIBNET Centre, Ahmedabad, 2004-02) Angadi, Mallikarjun; Koganurmath, Muttayya
UGC is modernizing the University Campuses with State-of-the-art campus wide networks and setting up its own nationwide communication network named UGC-Infonet. This paper discusses the facilities made available in TISS under the UGC-Infonet programme. Also, in-house databases developed using Winisis software has been explained. Phase-wise implementation of TISS Digital Library, its present status and application have been elaborated.
Access to Government Information in India: Opportunities and Challenges
(INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, 2022-11) Dangi, Ram Kumar; Saraf, Sanjiv; Shukla, Ashok Kumar
Access to government information is essential to the success of democracy and to ensure human rights. India is the largest democracy. Indian citizens should be well informed. The objective of the paper is to describe the need and availability of government information in India. It also explains online opportunities to access government information. The paper further includes the challenges of motivating factors to access online and print resources of government information. This paper is based on available literature and websites in support of government information and tries to describe resource's features, online opportunities and challenges in accessing online and print/digital government information. In India, Online channels have been increased for the availability of government information. The information is visible globally. The ultimate aim of such digital projects is to provide greater access and promote wider use of their collections.

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