Academic library Effectiveness' presents papers that explain the methods to
assess and improve academic library systems and service. Speedy and timely
access to information for researchers, scientists and technologists is the call
of the day. Raped advances in the field of human learning and knowledge, and
information recording and retrieval through media technology has made more
sophisticated and complex the mechanics of matching relevant information to its
user. To face these challenges, libraries that collect, store and transfer
information requires to be modernized. Periodical programmes to assess the
effectiveness of libraries in regard to structure, task, technology and staff;
and a continuous process of developing and modernizing the library and
information services for maintaining effectiveness is essential. In this volume,
specialists in academic librarianship discuss the application of information
technology , market segmentation concept, citation analysis, bibliometric
technique and user satisfaction assessment which can evaluate and improve
academic library science courses continuous education, library or orientation
qualitative development of collections and right decisions in achieving maximum
academic library effectiveness. Academic Library Effectiveness'is the second
book under the series 'perspectives in academic Librarian's Association;
intended to cover diverse aspects of library and information services that
support academic pursuits in India and other third world countries.
Preface
1. Impact of new information technologies on libraries--------- Arun Kumar
chakraborty.
2. Market segmentation for information service-------------Kanakachari
M.
3. Continuing education Programmes for academic librarians--------------Sethi
A R.
4. Research degree programmes in librarianship : Critical areas and the
Nigerian job market-----------Same Iffidon
5. Influence of island effect on the citation behaviour: A comparative
study---------Usha Mujoo-Munshi, ArunaKaranjai and Sen B K.
6. Concept of bibliomerics and its impact on dissemination of
information---------Wali M. L.
7. User education in university libraries: what, why and how? Sewa
Singh
8. Influences on users' satisfaction other than library parameters: A study
in users' behaviour-----Karuna Saha
9. college library effectiveness ----Swaroop Rani B. S.
10. Qualitative development of college library collections-------------Raman
Nair R.
11. Collection development in academic libraries of India: A bibliographical
study -----------Choudhury B. K.
12. Decision -making process in libraries----------Arora M L.
Index
R. Raman Nair, a post graduate in Library and Information Science from
Banaras Hindu University is a senior college librarian. His published books
include two literary works and an edited volume on library science. He has
published numerous library science papers, literary articles and translations;
and has participated in many national seminars and conferences. He is a founder
member of the Centre for South Indian Studies. His field of interest includes,
history of library movement, library legislation and information dissemination
systems that support education and research.
K. Rajasekharan (M. A., LL.B., M. Lib. Sc.) is a library and
information scientist belonging to Kerala Agricultural University. He has
written extensively on library Science and has written extensively on library
science and has been increasingly active in the development of librarianship. He
held the position of General Secretary of Academy of Library and
Information Service for a few years and is now the President of Kerala Academic
Librarian's Association.
