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Scientometric Study Of The Research Performed On Agronomy: The Indian Perspective, Suresh C, Ramesh Babu V

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The present study was conducted with an aim to provide a summary of research activity in Agronomy research and characterize its most important aspects. The data downloaded from the Scopus database during the period from 1956 to 2017. The analysis covers mainly the year wise distribution of articles, category wise classification of papers, authorship patterns of papers, growth rate study, most prolific contributions of papers, institution-wise distribution of contributions, geographical distribution of papers of the area of Agronomy research. The analysis showed that 1206 papers were published in Agronomy research for the period from 1956 to 2017.

Scientometric Study Of The Research Performed On Agronomy: The Indian Perspective, Suresh C, Ramesh Babu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The present study was conducted with an aim to provide a summary of research activity in Agronomy research and characterize its most important aspects. The data downloaded from the Scopus database during the period from 1956 to 2017. The analysis covers mainly the year wise distribution of articles, category wise classification of papers, authorship patterns of papers, growth rate study, most prolific contributions of papers, institution-wise distribution of contributions, the geographical distribution of papers of the area of Agronomy research. The analysis showed that 1206 papers were published in Agronomy research for the period from 1956 to 2017.

Solid Waste Research In India During 2008-2017: A Bibliometric Analysis, P Vijay, Saraswati Rao M, Sivasubraminiyan G

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper presents a bibliometric overview of Indian researchers publications published on “Solid Waste” in the Web of Science database from 2008 to 2017. Several aspects have been analyzed in the study; such as the growth and distribution of solid waste research in India, the most productive organization/institution in India, authorship pattern, document type, the high frequency of authors’ keywords, measuring the source of publications, and the international collaboration in India’s research output and so on. The highest number of contributions has been recorded in 2017 alone 216 papers, (21.49%) published and the lowest was 2008 with 71 papers, (7.06%). …

Rejuvenating The Grammar Of Subject Headings With Special Reference To The 20th Edition Of Sears List Of Subject Headings, Srijani Kundu, Parikshit Mondal Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The subject headings are generally prepared upon the assumptions of the cataloguer about the subject of the work. But for creating a proper subject heading, the knowledge about the grammar of subject headings is also necessary. The grammar used in formulating subject headings is not only rules about English words. It is unique in its own way. It is mainly used to avoid ambiguity and maintain uniformity. The knowledge of the grammar of subject headings makes the allotment and creation of subject headings easier for the cataloguer. This article emphasizes on the grammar of subject headings offered by the 20 …

Information Seeking Behavior Of Research Scholars Of Vidyasagar University, West Bengal, Biplab Banerjee

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main objective of the study is to investigate the information seeking behavior of the research scholars of Vidyasagar University (VU), West Bengal. Besides, the study also intended to identify their information needs and awareness regarding the library services rendered by the central library of the university. Required data was collected from 100 researchers of the university through a structured questionnaire. Findings indicate that guidance in the use of library resources and services is necessary to help researchers to meet some of their information requirements. Most of the researchers avail library weekly (30%) and monthly(45%) and spend maximum of 0-2 …

Publications Of Indian Universities In National Institutional Ranking Framework (Nirf) System: A Study, Siva Kumaren

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper examines the publications of Universities in NIRF. The study has considered the publications of top 10 Universities in Scopus, Web of Science (WoS) & Indian Citation Index (ICI), patent publications and citations. Further, the Citation Rate (CR) for the publications of the Universities have also been found using simple calculation method (NC/NP=CR).It is found in the study that the top 10 Universities were contributed more number of publications in Scopus(53.86%) database, followed by WoS (41.13%) and ICI(5%). The University of Delhi has received more number of citations (50434) for the publications of (8131) ,whereas, IISC has produced more …

Publications Of Indian Universities In National Institutional Ranking Framework (Nirf) System: A Study, Siva Kumaren

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper examines the publications of Universities in NIRF. The study has considered the publications of top 10 Universities in Scopus, Web of Science (WoS) & Indian Citation Index (ICI), patent publications and citations. Further, the Citation Rate (CR) for the publications of the Universities have also been found using simple calculation method (NC/NP=CR).It is found in the study that the top 10 Universities were contributed more number of publications in Scopus(53.86%) database, followed by WoS (41.13%) and ICI(5%). The University of Delhi has received more number of citations (50434) for the publications of (8131), whereas, IISC has produced more …

The Use Of Ict For Security And Theft Prevention In Two University Libraries In Nigeria, Akor Usman Philip, Justina N. Ekere Dr, Solomon O. Akor Mr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the use of ICT for security and theft prevention in two university libraries in Nigeria. Population of the study is made up of 80 library staff of the two universities, 40 library staff from Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina and 40 library staff from Al-Qalam University Katsina. Five research questions guided the study. The data was analyzed with the use of simple statistical tools like frequencies and percentages. Findings of the study revealed that maximum security in the libraries will prevent theft mutilation. It also revealed that a video surveillance system working in conjunction with a barcode …

Pharmaceutical Science Internship/Field Experience Bps 460x, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Beyond Books: Cataloging Special Format Items, Nicole Lewis, Alison Mccormack, Becky Skeen, Rebecca A. Wiederhold

Library Faculty & Staff Presentations

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The Design Cycle And A Mixed Methods Approach For Improving Usability: A Case Study, James C. Miller

WRL Scholarship

This case study explores the concept of the design cycle as a guiding principle for choosing usability methods. It discusses the stages of the design cycle alongside the strengths and weaknesses of usability methods commonly used in libraries. Hollins University applied the design cycle principles to the redesign of the library’s website, which involved various methods (e.g. analytics, card sorting, content audit, surveys, and usability testing). This article argues that using the design cycle encourages an effective practice of mixing different usability methods, which leads to a more informed approach to improving usability. It concludes with recommendations for application of …

All About Access: Technical & Public Services Collaboration, Jennifer L. Murray

Library Faculty Presentations & Publications

Sharing an experience of Technical Services & Public Services collaboration.

James White Library Painting Unveiling [Postcard Announcement], Andrews University

Library Administration and Marketing

Date: Wednesday, May 15, 12 p.m. Location: James White Library Main Lobby You are invited to a reception to celebrate the unveiling of a painting in the lobby of the James White Library. The Last Supper with Twelve Tribes was painted by Hyatt Moore (1943–) in the year 2000 to commemorate the inclusion of all peoples under God. The following people groups and areas are depicted: Crow of Montana, Berber of North Africa, Masai of Kenya, China, Ecuador, Afghanistan, Jesus, Ethiopia, Tzeltal of Mexico, Canela of Brazil, Papua New Guinea, Salish of British Columbia, Mongolia, Colombia, Canada Friends of the …

Use Of E-Resources By The Faculty Members And Research Scholars Of Srm Institute Of Science & Technology – Kattankalathur Campus, Ganesh P, Dr.Rajendran P

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The present study was carried out at SRM Institute of Science & Technology (SRMIST). This study was conducted to examine the use of electronic resources and databases, awareness factor, purpose and problems faced while accessing the e-resources subscribed at SRMIST Central Library. For this purpose, a well-structured Questioner method was employed to gather data from the faculty members and research scholars of SRMIST. The result shows that despite the availability of a wide range of e-resources the frequency of their use was low. The reason behind was identified as their lack of awareness & subject coverage.

Your Internet Data Is Rotting, Paul Royster

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries: Faculty Publications

The internet is growing, but old information continues to disappear daily.

Many MySpace users were dismayed to discover earlier this year that the social media platform lost 50 million files uploaded between 2003 and 2015. The failure of MySpace to care for and preserve its users’ content should serve as a reminder that relying on free third-party services can be risky. MySpace has probably preserved the users’ data; it just lost their content. The data was valuable to MySpace; the users’ content less so.

Preserving content or intellectual property on the internet presents a conundrum. If it’s accessible, then it …

Publication Trends In Global Output Of Rfid: A Bibliometric Profile, Rekha A.J., Jayaprakash M Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper presents an analysis of 2735 global publications in RFID(Radio Frequency Identification), indexed in Web of science database during 2014-2018. The collected records were analyzed with the help of ‘Histcite tool’.The present study attempted to reveal the year, country and institution, formwise distribution, authorship pattern, degree of collaboration, relative growth rate and doubling time of publications. The findings of this showed that degree of Collaboration was high at 2017 (0.96).The relative growth rates (RGR) has increased and the doubling time (DT) has rapidly decreased while calculated year wise i.e.2014 to 2018.

Evaluation Of The Availability And Use Of Information Resources And Services By Sandwich Students: A Case Study Of Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State., Albert O. Adetunji, Taofeek Abiodun Oladokun

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Part-time and Distance education is fast gaining global acceptance with millions of enrolments annually. Stakeholders have argued that, just like regular students, those who chose this mode of study deserve the highest quality services available. As a result, Library and Information service providers are seeking to understand this group of users in order to properly meet their information needs and design services that best fit their unique characteristics. The study thus examined the availability and use of Library and Information Services by Part-time, Students at Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria. A self administered questionnaire was used to gather data. …

Implications To Rules-Breaking In Some Selected Nigerian Library Association (Nla) Online Groups And A Way Forward For National Unity, Juliet Alex-Nmecha, Mercy Echem

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of this paper is aimed at taming the unacceptable behavioural pattern of some individuals in some professional groups as it has to do with rule breaking. Rules-breaking is a menace that could jeopardize a group if care is not taking. It does not just stop at that, rather it goes further to threaten the national unity as the nation is being represented by a small segment of group of professionals. This paper through observation and existing literature stated a brief overview of the meaning of rules and national unity and benefits of being in a group. The paper …

Awareness And Usage Of E-Resources By Faculty Members At Vardhaman College Of Engineering (Autonomous), Hyderabad: A Study, Srinivasulu Palikiti, Chinna Balu C, Narendra A

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The present study is an attempt to examine the awareness and use of e-resources by the faculty members of Vardhaman College of Engineering (Autonomous), Hyderabad and also focuses on the various types of their availability in the Library. The structured questionnaire was designed and distributed among the faculty members with different cadres across the departments seeking their opinion on e-resources subscribed by the Central Library. The questionnaire was tagged on 192 faculty members who were randomly selected for the study.

Evaluating The Job Performance Of Librarians In Universities In South-East, Nigeria., Obinna A. Nwokike Phd, Vincent E. Unegbu Phd

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Job performance consists of a set of employees’ behaviours that are perceived to be in agreement with organizational goals that can be measured, monitored and assessed as an achievement at an individual level. The librarian’s job performance is that aspect of work behaviour that is of relevance to the library’s success. This paper presents findings from a self-rating questionnaire on the levels of job performance of librarians in universities in one region of Nigeria. The study was carried out using a cross-sectional survey design to collect data from 210 respondents in 21 universities based on total enumeration. Data was analyzed …

Faculty's Information Seeking Behavior In An Ict Environment: A Study Of Koforidua Technical University, Patrick Baayel, Edward Asante

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the issues affecting Faculty Information Seeking Behavior in an ICT Environment. The study was conducted in Koforidua technical university (KTU), in Ghana. The study adopted a survey approach. The sampling method adopted for this study was simple random sampling techniques. The respondents of the study were drawn from the Faculty of Business and Management Studies (FBMS) of the Technical University. No sampling technique was used as the entire population of 98 was targeted. A structured questionnaire was developed and administered to elicit information from the respondents. A total of 98 copies of the questionnaire were strictly administered …

Open Access Electronic Thesis And Dissertation Repositories: An Assessment, Javaid Ahmad Wani

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract:

Purpose- This study evaluates the Open Access Electronic Thesis and Dissertation (OAETD) repositories available at oatd.org , on the basis of various parameters like structure, content support, technical and operational feasibility. It highlights positive and negative aspects of select OAETD repositories and forward suggestions for the better improvement.

Design/methodology/approach- Survey method coupled with online visits is employed to obtain data from OAETD repositories besides schedule is drafted to understand various technical features.

Findings- The findings of present work further strengthen the belief that adaptation of open access procedures in different settings especially in modern day research is showing an …

Search Strategies And Information Search Tools Used By Pharmacy Phd Students: A Qualitative Study, Shafi Habibi, Seyede Nasrin Fatemi, Leila Doshmangir, Shahram Sedghi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Objectives: This study aimed to investigate search tools and strategies of PhD students to access required information.

Methods: Semi-structured interviews with pharmacy Ph.D. students in Tabriz University of Medical Sciences were conducted. We used MaxQDA software to analyze the content of the interviews.

Results: Scopus and Google Scholar were the most popular search tools used by participants. These databases were also recognized as the most common starting points for searches among participants. Participants’ search strategies were categorized into two themes (search tools and search strategies) and six subthemes which include: search start up tools, search tools used, reasons to use, …

Status Of Electronic Resources In Libraries: A Review Study, Dr. Sabah Jan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract: Information sources and in turn electronic resources form the basis of all the sectors of society especially healthcare. They represent a framework to describe the wide spread management of health science information across the globe via computerized systems and its secured and scrutinized exchange between the health science professionals and various associated personals. The overall worth, security and competence of the health research and health services are known to be well determined by means of quality health information sources. Electronic resources in health sciences play a vital role by enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of the information. It is …

Bibliometric Appraisal On Dental Research At Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia From 1998-2017, Ikram Ul Haq, Sulaiman Khalid Al Fouzan, Rakan Khalid Al Fouzan, Muhammad Nadeem, Amir Latif

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: Scholarly research is considered as a yardstick to measure progress and development in any country, institution, or subject or individual. This study describes the growth of publications in the field of dentistry by researchers affiliated to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) during the two decades from 1998 to 2017.

Research Design: This observational and quantitative analysis on dental research growth in KSA is based upon the data retrieved from Scopus database. This study was carried out at the College of Dentistry, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (KSAU-HS). Bibliometric indicators such as year-wise growth, productive …

Cultural Heritage Awareness Among Students Of Pondicherry University: A Study, Somipam R. Shimray, Chennupati K. Ramaiah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper aims to study the awareness of cultural heritage using their demographic variables.For this study data was collected through an online questionnaire. A total of 201 students from Pondicherry University participated in this study.The study used SPSS version 20 to analyze the collected data. Independent Samples t-test and one-way ANOVA tests are used to test the stated hypotheses.Based on these tests results, this study accepted three hypotheses i.e. H2d, H3c and H3d. The findings shows that there is statistically significant difference on region in acquiring cultural heritage knowledge, region in promoting cultural heritage awareness and statistically significant on …

Request To Withdraw Article Number 2011 And Effect Changes, Nasir Koranteng Asiedu, Molly Chikafa, Happiness Michael Onuoha, Andrew Watson Malekani

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Dear Editor,

Please I am writing this letter on behalf of my own self and compatriots in the academia as original authors of a certain article our attention has recently been drawn to and published by your outfit. The article is entitled:

The role of Institutional Repositories in making lost or hidden cultures accessible, a study across four African University Libraries (2018) and was authored by Andrew Watson Malekani and George Kavishe.

Please I wish to clearly state that the following names are the original authors of the article: Nasir Koranteng Asiedu, University for Development Studies, Ghana ([email protected]); Molly Chikafa, …

Trends In Collection & Collection Development Practices In University Libraries With A Particular Reference To India And Other Developing Countries: A Review Of Literature, Sumaira Jan, Shabir Ahmad Ganiae

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Purpose – The paper intends to investigate and ascertain the contributions to the literature available about trends Collection & Collection Development Practices in University libraries.

Design/methodology/approach – A deep scan of literature was conducted to find substantial works that have been published regarding various facets related to Collection Development Practices in University libraries. In this regard diverse search terms like “Collection”, “Collection Development”, “Collection Management”, “Collection Development in University Libraries”, “Collection Development Polices”, “User need Assessment”, “Selection of information resources”, “Evaluation of collection” etc. were used for retrieving the literature from a variety of sources viz; books, print journals, …

Postgraduate Students’ Satisfaction With Library Services At The Federal University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria, Idayat Odunola Agboola Mrs, Olusola Bamidele Bamigboye, Ruth Onajite Owolabi Mrs.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the responses of post graduate students on the extent of utilization and accessibility of library resources as well as level of satisfaction with the quality of services provided in the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta library. A descriptive survey design was used to investigate the study and random sampling technique was used to select the respondents. Questionnaire was used to gather information from PG students in all the ten faculties in the university. Out of 100 copies of questionnaire administered, 86 were returned and found usable for the analysis. The result revealed that collections of the library …

Adoption Of Web 2.0 Applications For Education By Students In Nigeria, Awele Adibi, Foluke Okocha

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study entailed the survey of the use of Web 2.0 for educational purposes by the students in Nigeria. The sample of the study constituted of students from seven faculties and one center which were purposively selected. The study used a questionnaire as its instrument of data collection. Four hundred copies of the questionnaire were distributed among the sample, out of which 380 were returned and found usable. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to analyze the collected data. Statistical methods used for the analyses of the data were frequency distribution, cross tabulation, T-test, One-way ANOVA and Regression. …