scholarly journals Use and Perception of Sci-Hub by Library and Information Science (LIS) Professionals: From an Indian Perspective

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
N Vasantha Raju
Keyword(s):  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Free Access ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Scholarly Publications ◽  
The World ◽  
Indian Perspective

Sci-Hub a pirated website for scholarly articles have been heavily used in India and other parts of the world. Alexandra Elbakyan, a computer geek and a native of Kazakhstan has created this Sci-hub for providing free access to scholarly publications in 2011. India being one of the top countries in downloading research papers from this website, there was not much literature available on this site to understand its use and popularity. In this study, a survey has been conducted to understand the use and perception of Sci-hub from Indian librarians’ perspective. Lack of institutional access to scholarly articles, journals escalating cost, and easy & free access to paywalled content were the primary reasons for using this site, the study found. Another interesting result was that 30% of the survey respondents opined that it was morally and legally wrong to download articles from Sci-Hub.

A Dialectical Approach to Search Engine Evaluation

Libri ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 70 (3) ◽  
pp. 227-237
Author(s):  
Mahdi Zeynali-Tazehkandi ◽  
Mohsen Nowkarizi
Keyword(s):  
Information Retrieval ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Related Literature ◽  
Philosophical Foundations ◽  
Dialectical Approach ◽  
Retrieval Systems ◽  
The World ◽  
Information Retrieval Systems ◽  
Oriented Approach

AbstractEvaluation of information retrieval systems is a fundamental topic in Library and Information Science. The aim of this paper is to connect the system-oriented and the user-oriented approaches to relevant philosophical schools. By reviewing the related literature, it was found that the evaluation of information retrieval systems is successful if it benefits from both system-oriented and user-oriented approaches (composite). The system-oriented approach is rooted in Parmenides’ philosophy of stability (immovable) which Plato accepts and attributes to the world of forms; the user-oriented approach is rooted in Heraclitus’ flux philosophy (motion) which Plato defers and attributes to the tangible world. Thus, using Plato’s theory is a comprehensive approach for recognizing the concept of relevance. The theoretical and philosophical foundations determine the type of research methods and techniques. Therefore, Plato’s dialectical method is an appropriate composite method for evaluating information retrieval systems.

scholarly journals Almost Halfway There: An Analysis of the Open Access Behaviors of Academic Librarians

2011 ◽  
Vol 72 (5) ◽  
pp. 443-453 ◽  
Author(s):  
Holly Mercer
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Open Access Publishing ◽  
Academic Librarians ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Science Literature ◽  
Scholarly Publications ◽  
Scholarly Communications

Academic librarians are increasingly expected to advocate for scholarly communications reforms such as open access to scholarly publications, yet librarians do not always practice what they preach. Previous research examined librarian attitudes toward open access, whereas this article presents results of a study of open access publishing and self-archiving behaviors of academic librarians. Following an analysis of open access to library and information science literature in 2008, several strategies to encourage academic librarians to continue to embrace open access behaviors are discussed.

Indian Contribution to Open Access: A Study of e-LIS

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 72-75
Author(s):  
Subhash Khode
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Journal Article ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Asian Countries ◽  
Library And Information Studies ◽  
Information Studies ◽  
The World ◽  
Indian Contribution

The concept of open access has been increased in recent years around the world and India is also contributing in open access movement actively. e-LIS is an international open repository in the field of library and information science established in 2003 and as of today e-LIS contains 21,123 various types of documents. The basic aim of this study is to provide an analysis of Indian contribution towards open access movement, particularly the documents submitted in the e-LIS. This study provides analysis of 1090 various types of documents submitted to e-LIS (Eprint for Library and Information Science) from India as on 30 January, 2019. It found that the position of India in terms of number of documents submitted in the e-LIS is first among Asian countries. The maximum documents (432) are submitted as” Journal Article (Print and Online)” and maximum documents (72) are published in 2006.The maximum numbers of submitted articles (35) were published in “Annals of Library and Information Studies”.

scholarly journals First-generation students’ information literacy in everyday contexts

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 73
Author(s):  
Darren Ilett
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information Literacy ◽  
First Generation ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Funds Of Knowledge ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Deficit Thinking ◽  
First Generation Students ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
The Us

Historically, much of the Library and Information Science (LIS) literature on first-generation students (FGS) framed them using deficit thinking, emphasising what they lacked to be successful in higher education. In contrast, recent scholarship has turned to asset-based pedagogies, shifting the focus onto the strengths that FGS bring to college. Further, LIS research on FGS has examined how students engage with information solely in academic contexts, such as completing research papers or navigating higher education procedures. The current study contributes to the discussion of asset-based pedagogies by using a funds of knowledge approach to explore the ways in which FGS at a mid-sized university in the US engage with information, and it expands the scope of inquiry to several everyday contexts, including students’ households, workplaces, and communities. The findings reveal a variety of funds of knowledge concerning participants’ information literacy (IL) and lay the foundation for IL instruction that meets FGS where they are, thus serving them more equitably.

Web 2.0 From Evolution to Revolutionary Impact in Library and Information Centers

2019 ◽  
pp. 519-530
Author(s):  
Zahid Ashraf Wani ◽  
Tazeem Zainab ◽  
Shabir Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Web Design ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Media Content ◽  
Web 2.0 Tools ◽  
Select Group ◽  
The World ◽  
The Web

A key element of the technology is that it allows people to create, share, collaborate, and communicate. The Web 2.0 differs from ordinary websites as it does not require any web design or publishing skills to participate, making it easy for people to create and publish or communicate their work to the world. The nature of this technology makes it an easy and popular way to communicate information to either a select group of people or to a much wider audience. The Web 2.0 paradigm has gained substantial momentum in the last decade. The influence of Web 2.0 principles and technologies has fueled an explosion of information and media content on the web, and individual and corporate adoption of the technologies continues to rise. In this milieu, it is imperative to understand and learn about the present and evolving Web 2.0 tools and their application in different walks of life. The proposed study made an endeavor to dig deep into the genesis, development, and application of various Web 2.0 tools in library and information science.

A Bibliometric Analysis of Research and Services in Chinese Academic Libraries

2016 ◽  
pp. 253-262
Author(s):  
Suoling Zhu ◽  
Wen Shi
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
China National Knowledge Infrastructure ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Knowledge Infrastructure ◽  
Information Research ◽  
Text Database

This paper analyzes the years of publication, authors and their institutions, journal titles, and keywords of research papers relevant to academic libraries published in the 18 core journals of library and information science, which were downloaded from the full-text database of the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI). The purpose of this paper is to discover the distribution of the research subjects, hot topics in library and information research, and development trends in the age of big data.

The Curriculum of LIS Post Graduate Courses in Universities of Kerala

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-74
Author(s):  
Asha Peter ◽  
B. Mini Devi
Keyword(s):  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Graduate Level ◽  
Graduate Courses ◽  
Post Graduate ◽  
Curriculum Changes ◽  
The World ◽  
One Year

The study analyses the heterogeneity and homogeneity in the curriculum of Library and information Science(LIS) departments in Universities of Kerala at post graduate level and to know thelevel of adoption of ICT in the LIS curriculum. LIS programms throughout the world have instituted many curriculum changes as a result of technological achievements and advancement of ICT. Four departments are included in this study. The curriculum of the departments was collected personally. There are 3 institutions (75.00%) conduct 2-year integrated MLISc programme whereas one department M. G. University conducts one year BLISc and one year MLISc programs. There is a difference in the number of papers in the curriculum of these departments. Both in theoretical and practical perspective, all the departments covered ICT and application of ICT on library field.

New Beginnings: Introduction to the Special Issue on AERI 2016

2017 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-6
Author(s):  
Leisa Gibbons ◽  
Karen F. Gracy
Keyword(s):  
Doctoral Students ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
State University ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Kent State University ◽  
Archival Education ◽  
New Beginnings

Abstract:On July 8–12, 2016, the School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) at Kent State University hosted the eighth Archival Education and Research Institute (AERI). AERI is an annual event that brings together researchers, educators, students, and professionals from North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand to share knowledge, promote collaboration, and mentor new and emerging scholars in the areas of archival research and pedagogy. The conference was attended by ninety-five participants from eight countries, including faculty members, doctoral students, post-doctoral fellows, and ten undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the AERI-affiliated Emerging Archival Scholars Program (EASP). The five-day event included sixty-three paper presentations, fifteen posters, seven workshops, two plenaries, and a half-day unconference event.In this introduction, the hosts of the conference and co-editors of this issue, Leisa Gibbons and Karen F. Gracy, provide a brief overview of the conference highlights and introduce the research papers presented here.

scholarly journals Legal deposit of electronic books – a review of challenges faced by national libraries

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marietjie De Beer ◽  
Marieta Van der Merwe ◽  
Liezl Ball ◽  
Ina Fourie
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Information Science ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Electronic Books ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Technological Developments ◽  
Electronic Publications ◽  
National Libraries ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the challenges faced by national libraries regarding the legal deposit of electronic books, and to make recommendations for issues to consider – especially with regard to developing, planning and implementing. Design/methodology/approach – Literature published from 2000 to 2014 on legal deposit of electronic publications was examined. Key databases covering library and information science were searched, and case studies, general reviews, research papers/reports and view point articles were considered. Findings – National libraries embarking on projects on legal deposit of electronic books need to consider the collection, preservation and accessibility of the legal deposit collection. They face challenges regarding legal deposit legislation and institutional policy, legal considerations such as copyright, environmental factors, established mechanisms for deposit, information retrieval and access, preservation, human resources, financial implications and trust. Further research and continued monitoring of issues of concern and changes are required due to technological developments and the obsolescence of technology. Practical implications – The review raises awareness of issues that need to be considered by national libraries and other repositories to manage the legal deposit of electronic books in their institutions. Originality/value – The review can serve as a guide for nations (particularly in developing countries) to embark on the legal deposit of electronic publications, specifically electronic books.

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