The Digital Vortex is a mystical entity containing
within itself the known and unknown variables of
technological advancements. In the pre-digital era, LIS
thrived in its traditional form in various academic institutions. Subsequent changes in the digital age and maintenance of continuity led to varying curriculum standards besides other facets of academic excellence. It was increasingly challenged to seriously adapt itself for the projection of being the forerunner to the dissemination of information and knowledge in the digital era. However, in the ever-complex digital vortex,
the author felt it imperative to present the data
comparable to discerning grain from the sand. The
information seemingly appears attractive enough to be taken as credible, but on deeper insight, it reveals many beguiling and complex solutions which could lead to going haywire, similar to wandering aimlessly in a desert without proper guidance. Hence, the book. This book aims to formulate an ‘ICT Competency Framework for Library and Information Science Professionals in India’ (ICT-CF-LIS) for efficient, goaloriented and smooth functioning of the library so that they will be systematically and scientifically developed concerning the ICT environment prevailing in the digital vortex of library and information sciences. Therefore, an effort is made to delineate the conceptual terminology for developing two framework models in traditional LIS academia and a Web-Based application module for the LIS network. The framework inter-alia includes competency levels containing detailed information about each group within itself of various attributes and sectors. Altogether, the entire treatise is a conglomeration of LIS conceptual terminologies in the digital vortex as relevant in the present era.
Acknowledgements
Preface
List of Tables
List of Figures
List of Abbreviations
1 Introduction
1.1. Competency: Overview And Context
1.2. Structural and Functional
Characteristics of Competency Model
Career Progression
Performance Appraisal and Management
Succession Pathways
1.3. Competency Framework
1.4. Professional Requirements in
ICT-enabled Libraries
Inherent behaviour
Critical core
Function-based
Managerial coordination
Cohesive, organized traits
Technical support
1.5. Afterword
References
2 ICT Competency Framework:
Historical Perspective
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Review of Literature
2.3. ICT Competency Framework: Global Perspective
2.4. ICT Competency Framework: Indian Perspective
2.5. Afterword
References
3 ICT Competency Framework:Design
and Guidance Principles
3.1. ICT Competency Framework: Introduction and
Development
3.1.1. Level I: Basic Ict Competencies
3.1.2. Level II: ICT Competencies by Function
3.1.3. Level Iii: Ict Expertise
3.2. Professional’s Competencies: Current Opinion
3.2.1. Major ICT Issues
3.2.2. ICT Competencies
3.2.3. Evaluation Methodology
3.2.4. ICT Course Content
3.2.5. ICT Infrastructure
3.2.6. ICT Provisions for Continuing
Professional Development
3.2.7. ICT Topics
3.2.8. Other Ict Issues
3.3. Competency Levels and Sub-levels
3.4. LIS Professional Levels and Descriptions
3.5. LIS Professional Levels and Related
ICT Competencies
3.6. Professional’s Positions In University Libraries
3.7. Afterword
References
4 ICT Competency Framework for LIS
Professionals
4.1. Introduction: ICT Competencies
and LIS Professionals
4.2. ICT Competency Framework for LIS
Professionals in India (ICT-CF-LIS)
4.2.1. ICT-CF-LIS: Framework-1
4.2.2. ICT-CF-LIS: Framework-2
4.3. Afterword
References
5 ICT Competency Framework Pro
Web-based Application Modules
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Web-based ICT Competency Framework: Design
5.2.1. Need And Purpose
5.2.2. Objectives
5.2.3. Design
5.2.3.(a). Administrator
5.2.3.(b). Registered Users
5.2.3.(c). Home
5.2.3.(d). About Us
5.2.3.(e). ICT Framework
5.2.3.(f). Ask an LIS Expert
5.2.3.(g). Events
5.2.3.(h). LIS Work Profile
5.2.3.(i). LIS Designation
5.2.3.(j). LIS Qualifications
5.2.3.(k). Important Links
5.2.3.1. Feedback
5.2.3.(m). Contact Us
5.2.4. ICT Skills and Competencies for
LIS Professionals
5.2.5. ICT Competency Module
5.2.6. Search and Authentication
5.3. Afterword
References
6 Paradigmatic Shift in Policy Connotations
and Formulations for LIS and Digital Vortex
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Policy Connotations
6.3. Newer Horizons and Pathways
6.4. Interlocutions
References
The Author completed her schooling at
Kendriya Vidyalaya’s across India and
obtained her Bachelor of Science from
Meerut College, Uttar Pradesh
Subsequently, she received her Master of
Science (M.Sc.) and Masters in Philosophy
(M. Phil.) from C. C. S. University, Meerut.
She enrolled in the Department of Library and
Information Science, University of Delhi, wherein she
attained her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Library
and Information Science, besides clearing her UGC-NET
fellowship in the very first attempt during this
interlude. The author obtained her doctorate degree
in Library and Information Science from Indira
Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi.
The Author’s professional/academic experience
spans over two decades, working in union
government departments and autonomous
organizations. Her initial experience was at DELNET
and National Informatics Centre, New Delhi, and later
at Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, the University of
Delhi, where she is presently working as a Librarian.
She has published numerous articles pertaining to
her research and professional experience in reputed
National and International journals. The specific
areas of interest relating to ICT Applications in
Libraries, ICT-based library functions and services,
ICT competencies for LIS professionals, etc.
Previous book of the author include the book
entitled “ICT Competencies for Library Professionals”
released in January 2020.
