scholarly journals Usage of reference information resources in Senarath Paranavitharana public library, Badulla

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
E. Dharshani
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Reference Information

Elementary School Students, Information Retrieval, and the Web

2009 ◽  
pp. 469-476
Author(s):  
Valerie Nesset
Keyword(s):  
Elementary School ◽  
Information Retrieval ◽  
Multimedia Information ◽  
Elementary School Students ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
The Internet ◽  
School Students ◽  
Cd Rom ◽  
The Web

In today’s modern world, elementary school students (aged 5 to 12 years) use computers for a wide variety of tasks. These include communication (e-mail, instant messaging, and chatrooms), entertainment (games, video, music, etc.), leisure (such as information relating to hobbies and general interests), and information retrieval to support class-based learning. Internet access is now very widely available from home, school, and public library. A major reason for accessing the Internet is to find Web-based information relevant to classroom learning activities. Undoubtedly the Web represents an enormous and potentially rich source of multimedia information on topics within the elementary school curriculum, but accessing this information does pose a number of challenges. We identify in this article three major problem areas that currently impede effective exploitation by elementary school students of Webbased information resources: information systems are not necessarily intuitive or straightforward for children to use; basic information literacy skills too often are inadequate; and too little content appropriate for young users is available on the Web. The first technology to gain popularity as a means for children to retrieve information was the CD-ROM. By the early 1990s, a wide variety of multimedia information resources targeted specifically at children were available in this medium. Many were children’s encyclopedias, designed to facilitate rapid retrieval of discrete information “chunks,” and often multimedia versions of an original print title. These CD-ROMs could offer an engaging, interactive experience for the young student. Although students were willing to explore and experiment with interfaces (Large, Beheshti, Breuleux, & Renaud, 1994; Large, Beheshti, & Breuleux, 1998), they were not necessarily effective at retrieving information from these CD-ROM titles (Marchionini, 1989; Oliver, 1996). In any event, regardless of its strengths and weaknesses as a classroom resource, CD-ROM technology proved transient and was quickly superseded by the expansion of the Internet and the rise of the Web. Yet the information retrieval problems revealed by CD-ROMs would continue to plague the Web.

Implementation of information literacy programmes in public libraries

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 17-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
George Kingori ◽  
Dorothy Njiraine ◽  
Stephen Maina
Keyword(s):  
Information Literacy ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
National Library ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Qualitative Approaches ◽  
Major Player

Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine the implementation of information literacy programmes in the public libraries in Kenya as demonstrated through a case study of the major public library in the country – Kenya National Library Service (KNLS). Design/methodology/approach The use of a case study research design made it possible to establish in-depth personal views, opinions and attitudes of the various respondents through face-to-face interviews and questionnaires. Both quantitative and qualitative approaches were used to collect data from the respondents. Purposive and random sampling techniques were used, and data were analyzed. Findings Major findings of this study indicated that the majority of users at the KNLS relied heavily on the print information materials, while some users, especially researchers, utilized the Internet for their academic work or research. The findings indicated that information literacy should be embedded in the information literacy programmes in all public libraries. Research limitations/implications The study was confined to the KNLS. A much wider scope could be untenable, necessitating such limitation. Practical implications As KNLS is the national library charged with the responsibility of providing public library services, it is a major player in terms of policies and guidelines. The study will encourage users in public libraries to appreciate the importance of information resources and also sensitize public library administrators to support information literacy programmes. Social implications The study will enable the educational administrators to develop and plan relevant instructional models related to information literacy, critical thinking and independent learning. The challenges and solutions experienced at the KNLS can be applied in other public libraries in Kenya. Originality/value The study identified the various gaps and challenges that exists in implementation of information literacy programmes in public libraries. Major recommendations of this study are: users should be provided with training on use of information resources; library staff should be provided with methodology skills to make them effective trainers; and public libraries should partner with other stakeholders to provide information literacy programmes. In addition, adequate funding for physical, material and human resources should be provided to facilitate the implementation of information literacy programmes in the public libraries in Kenya.

Model Libraries: Historical Outline of the Project

2021 ◽  
Vol 70 (3) ◽  
pp. 245-254
Author(s):  
Evgenia N. Guseva
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Free Access ◽  
National Project ◽  
Model Library ◽  
Project Culture ◽  
The Republic

The article presents the history of interaction between the government authorities and the library and information sector in the project of development of municipal libraries. The project resulted in the “model libraries”. The project has been operating since the early 2000s. The purpose of the article is to reveal the implementation and analyse the support at the level of federal and regional government management of the program until 2018 (the start of work within the frames of the National project “Culture”). The author presents periodization of the project, as well as quantitative characteristics and approaches to the understanding the concept of “model library”.Model library is a public library of municipal level that has standard and optimal set of material and information resources. At the same time, there is no approved definition of this phenomenon. It is assumed that the model rural library in its functions, content and equipment meets international and domestic standards and serves as a model for other institutions. The “model” indicators are reflected in the “Model Standard for Public Library Services”.The project on creation of model libraries on the basis of municipal public libraries in rural areas of Russia started in 2002 with the emergence of the all-Russian project “Creation of model public libraries in rural areas”. Since 2012, funding under the federal target program “Culture of Russia (2012—2018)” is carried out in the form of subsidies allocated on a competitive basis. The project became a “catalyst” for modernization processes in rural libraries of Russian regions. The transformation program included the following stages: repair and equipment of the library premises; acquisition of books and electronic publications; conducting training seminars for staff. The rural model library targeted the goals of ensuring equal and free access to information, creation of a comfortable library space, etc.After the approval of the “Model Standard for Public Library Services” (2014), it was decided to test its feasibility by creating so-called “pilot libraries of a new type”. According to this document, model libraries are intellectual centres equipped with high speed Internet, access to modern domestic information resources, which should provide access points to the National Electronic Library.The regional leaders in creation of model libraries are the Republic of Chuvashia, the Belgorod Region, the Republic of Bashkortostan, the Kursk Region and the Republic of Mari El. As of January 1, 2019, there were 3,310 model libraries operating in the country. The creation of model municipal libraries has become one of the departmental projects of the National project “Culture”.

scholarly journals The RAS Library for Natural Sciences through the eyes of cataloguers

2017 ◽  
pp. 33-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lidia Zykova ◽  
Elena Rozhkova ◽  
Alexander Sysoev ◽  
Elena Shmarova
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Organization Development ◽  
Natural Sciences ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Bibliographic Record ◽  
Reference Information

Key functions of the RAS Library for Natural Sciences are highlighted. The processes of catalog organization, development and update using BIBLIOBUS AILS are examined. Basic requirements to bibliographic record technology are discussed. The authors conclude that cataloguers need to access to reconciled cumulative reference information resources to consolidate the catalog and to ensure its reliable quality control.

User perception on library services and information resources in Kenyan Public Libraries

2012 ◽  
Vol 61 (2) ◽  
pp. 110-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charles N. Nzivo
Keyword(s):  
Survey Methodology ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Library Management ◽  
Fundamental Information ◽  
Kenya National Library Service ◽  
Search For Information

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide information on how public libraries and information services in Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) are perceived, by examining adult users, with a view of improving service delivery and enhancing the effective management of public library services.Design/methodology/approachSurvey methodology using questionnaires was adopted to solicit required information from 112 respondent adult users and data were analyzed using SPSS version 14.FindingsThe paper shows that KNLS library services and information resources are very positively perceived by most respondents. KNLS libraries are: comparatively better off than universities and other public libraries; are predominantly focused on print documents (books) as preferred sources; readers' mostly begin their search for information on a particular topic; general reading and research purposes and information resources equip users with appropriate knowledge.Research limitations/implicationsThe study focused on adult users in internet‐serviced libraries within the KNLS and thus may not be used to generalize about users of all public libraries in Kenya.Practical implicationsThis paper attempts to provide KNLS public libraries with fundamental information about adult users' perspectives of services and information resources. Though the services and information resources are positively perceived, the library management has room to improve and maintain current levels of perception.Originality/valueThe paper is of value because understanding of users' perceptions is vital for services and information resource improvement.

scholarly journals Document resources of RNPLS&T: The structure, content, use and relevance

2018 ◽  
pp. 21-33
Author(s):  
Marina Ivanova ◽  
Tatyana Panteleeva
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Information Support ◽  
Bibliographic Databases ◽  
Digital Information ◽  
Electronic Archive ◽  
Comprehensive Strategy ◽  
Digital Resources ◽  
User Groups

The authors characterize the collections of the Russian National Public Library for Science and Technology, the structure of traditional and digital information resources being developed to provide information support of education and science. Special attention is given to inhouse digital resources, i. e. e-catalogs of various types, e-library including electronic archive, specialized bibliographic databases, as well as open access digital resources and licensed resources of other organizations and resources being accessed in test mode. The authors examine the issues of access organization and availability of information resources for various user groups. The authors analyze the use of library collections and the subject scope of demanded documents. The rate of traditional and digital information resources in user services is specified, the relation between the user audience structure and resource relevance is demonstrated. The role of exhibitions in collection use and new users attraction is emphasized; the significance of educational, scientific and popular seminars to promote the system of information resources, technologies and services is shown. The need for comprehensive strategy to balance efficient traditional and digital information resources in library services is substantiated.

scholarly journals Information Resources of the State Historical Public Library of Russia for Slavists: The Practice of Using

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 200-205
Author(s):  
Vera Z. Grigoreva ◽  
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Anna A. Leontyeva ◽  
Lyudmila B. Stanyukovich ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Library ◽  
Round Table ◽  
The State ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Historical Science ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Foreign Literature ◽  
Science Centres ◽  
Closed Door ◽  
Slavic Studies

The round table, “Information resources of the State Historical Public Library of Russia for Slavists: the practice of using” was held on 25 February 2020 at the State Historical Public Library of Russia. It was opened by the director of the Historical Public Library, Mikhail D. Afanasiev, and by the director of the Institute of Slavic Studies, Konstantin V. Nikiforov, who underscored the importance of libraries for education, historical science, and Slavic studies in Russia. Specialists from the Historical Public Library discussed ways of acquiring foreign literature for Slavic studies and of networking with colleagues, libraries, and science centres in other Slavic countries; and provided information regarding Slavic studies in Belarus, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Poland, Serbia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Ukraine, Croatia, Montenegro, and the Czech Republic. For the Round table, an exhibition of foreign literature for Slavic studies was opened, which included items acquired by the Historical Public Library in 2018 and 2019. The exhibition contained more than 700 publications. Colleagues from the Institute of Slavic Studies presented some books published by the Institute of Slavic Studies, including “Slaves and Russia”. They have been publishing since 2013, when they released the translation of M. Sekulich’s book “Knin failed in Belgrad. Why did the Serb Republic of Krajina die?” and N. Vujović’s memoirs “The last fl ight from Dayton. Closed-door negotiations”.

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