S. L. Sangam ¹, Keshava ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Library and Information Science, Karnatak University, Dharwad, 580003, IN

Abstract

In the present study the growth of world Social Science literature in the six sub disciplines viz., Anthropology, Economics, History, Psychology, Political Science and Sociology were derived from the CD-Rom version of the Wilson Social Science Abstracts for the period 1983-1998. Determines the rate of growth of the Social Science literature by calculating relative growth rates and doubling time for publications. Fits both modified exponential curve and logistic curve for the original publications. Study the criteria on which growth models are to be selected for their possible application in the six sub disciplines of Social Sciences.

Keywords

Social Science, Growth Pattern, Bibliometrics, Scientometrics, Quantitative Approach.

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Keshava ¹, Ramesha ², R. M. Vatnal ²

Affiliations
1 Dept. of Library and Information Science, Karnataka University, Dharwad, IN
2 University Library, Karnatak University, Dharwad, IN

Abstract

Choosing an appropriate carcer or a course of study reflects the individual's personality formation and his/her ambition in life. This is particularly important in a professional course like Library and Information Science (LIS). Looking into the bright future of the profession in the emerging Information Technology (IT) scenario  the present paper attempts to know the factors responsible for choosing Library and Information Studies as a future career.

Keywords

Professional Course, LIS Education, Karnatak University.

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