B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, M. Prakash ²

Affiliations
1 Sahyadri Arts and Commerce College, B.H. Road, Vidyanagar, Shimoga 577203, Karnataka, IN
2 Army Institute of Fashion and Design, Bangalore 560 016, IN

Abstract

The study evaluates the present situation of fashion technology institute libraries in Bangalore city. The study is intended to elicit opinion from the students of fashion technology institutes in Bangalore city regarding the resources and services of their respective libraries. A questionnaire was used to collect required information and data from the students of the institutes under study. The analysis of the collected data covers the use of library resources, services and physical facilities available in the libraries. Concludes that the students' utilization of the fashion technology institute library resources was observed to be functional since they use the library to accomplish their study goals.

Keywords

Information Resources, Library Services, Internet, Fashion Technology Library.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, T. N. Roopashree ²

Affiliations
1 Sahyadri Arts and Commerce College, B.H. Road, Shimoga 577203, Karnataka, IN
2 Govt. First Grade College, Magadi 562 120, Ramanagara Dist, IN

Abstract

The present study discusses about the information use pattern of Indian Geneticists. The study found that journals are heavily cited as compared to other forms of documents. It is evident from the study that the trend is towards team research. Multi authors lead over single author. United States contributes more number of articles in this subject. Around 48% of the journals cited are from United States. It is observed from the study that more number journals cited are of the period between 1996 and 2000 followed by 2001-2006 and 1990-1995. Therefore it can be deduced that current literature is more important for research in this subject field. It is observed from the study that „Genetics‟ is the most heavily cited journal followed by „Science‟, both are from United States. The Indian journal, Journal of Genetics is in the 14th place. Literature as old as 174 years have also been cited.

Keywords

Bibliomertics, Genetics, Authorship Pattern, Core Journals.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, H. M. Chidananda Swamy ²

Affiliations
1 Sahyadri Arts & Commerce College, B.H. Road, Vidyanagar, Shimoga 577203, IN
2 JNN College of Engineering, Shimoga, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

The study discusses the prevailing conditions of the Agricultural Science University Libraries in South India. The study deals with the year of establishment, user's community, working hours, building, collection, professional staff, financial recourses, library automation etc., were discussed in detail. The findings are very useful for the development of the agricultural university libraries in India in general and south India in particular.

Keywords

University Libraries, Agricultural Sciences, South India, Resources.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, H. M. Chidananda Swamy ²

Affiliations
1 Sahyadri Arts and Commerce College, B.H. Road, Vidyanagar, Shimoga 577203, Karnataka, IN
2 JNN College of Engineering, Shimoga, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

The study discusses about the inter library loan services provided by the agricultural science university libraries in South India. User opinion is collected and presented in the tables and the study found that very few users are satisfied with this service. Tables 6, 7 & 8 presented the data about the opinion of PG Students, Research Scholars and Faculty Members respectively. Opinion about Average time required for Receiving Books under Inter-Library Loan and Overall Satisfaction of Inter-Library Loan Services is discussed and found that 10% of the users are strongly satisfied with the service followed by 10% of users satisfied with the services and the remaining 80% of the users are not satisfied with this service.

Keywords

South India, Agricultural University Libraries, Inter-Library Loan Service, User Opinion.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, S. T. Rajanikanta ², Satish K. Tandur ³, Satish K. Tandur ³

Affiliations
1 University Library, Kuvempu University, Shankargahtta, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577 451, Shimoga Dist., IN
2 Diana College of Nursing, #68, Chokkanahalli, Hegde Nagar, Jakkur post. Yelahanka, Bangalore 560 064, IN
3 K.L. E Societies College of Pharmacy, 2nd Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore 560010, IN

Abstract

Though literature on information and knowledge management is vast, there is much confusion concerning the meaning of these terms. According to the literature review, technology-oriented information management includes data management, information technology management and strategic information technology management. The main emphasis of these approaches is the effective and efficient use of information technology. In contrast, content-oriented approaches focus on information and its use. They can be distinguished in records management, provision of external information, human-centered information management, and information resources management. The reading of the literature on knowledge management reveals that this term is either used synonymously for information management or for the management of work practices with the goal of improving the generation of new knowledge and the sharing of existing knowledge. This article identifies various aspects that are embraced by the terms information and knowledge management. Thus, it should contribute to more terminological clarity and finally improve communication both in science and in professional practice. In this sense, the author hopes that this article will not only contribute to more terminological clarity but have further positive implications.

Keywords

Information Technology, Information Management, Knowledge Management, Information and Knowledge Management, Terminological Clarity.

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M. Vijayakumar ¹, B. U. Kannappanavar ², Ramesh ³

Affiliations
1 Learning Resource Centre, Beams International Education Institute, Post Box. 31199, Dubai, AE
2 University Library, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri 577 451, Karnataka, IN
3 University Library, Karnataka University, Dharwad, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

The survey-oriented study provides the clear picture of the present position, where LIS professionals of India effectively use the e-mail for their personnel, professional work and problems faced while using the email.

Keywords

E-Mail, LIS Professionals, India.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, S. T. Rajanikanta ²

Affiliations
1 University Library, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577 451, Shimoga, Karnataka, IN
2 Diana Education Trust, #68, Chokkanahalli, Hegde Nagar, Yelahanka post Bangalore 560 064, IN

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The paper highlights the use of e-learning resources in medical colleges. Study found that the Medical education popularized only after the independence of the country. It is found that majority of the colleges under the study have e-information resources, e-databases. Almost all colleges under study are also becoming members of a consortium. As for as the infrastructure facilities are concerned almost all colleges under study have provided very good infrastructure facilities to their libraries to serve their client effectively. Further, majority of colleges are also having internet and network facilities.

Keywords

Electronic Learning, Electronic Resources, Medical Colleges, Karnataka.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, S. T. Rajanikanta ², Satish K. Tandur ³

Affiliations
1 University Library, Kuvempu University, Shankargahtta, - Jnana sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577 451, Shimoga Dist., Karnataka, IN
2 Diana College of Nursing, #68, Chokkanahalli, Jakkur post, Bangalore 560 064. Karnataka, IN
3 K.L. E Societies College of Pharmacy, 2nd Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore 560010. Karnataka, IN

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This paper focuses on the in the decision-making importance of digitization of library materials process. The paper poses a series of questions to be answered which will facilitate the decision-making process of library professionals. They poses the questions as to what and how to digitize into the larger framework of collection building by focusing, first, on the nature of the collections and their use, and, second, on the realities of the institutional context in which these decisions are made. Their method is, above all, most helpful in its pragmatic approach to the unsettling dynamism of the digital technology itself. They view technology as a tool to serve specific collections-related goals and assess the available technology for its ability to aid or obstruct access and preservation.

Keywords

Digitization, Library Materials.

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C. G. Mathad ¹, B. U. Kannappanavar ²

Affiliations
1 Sahyadri Science College, Shimoga 577203, IN
2 Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577451, Shimoga Dist. Karnataka, IN

Abstract

The present study attempts to know the financial provisions of constituent college libraries of Karnataka. The Government and the UGC are found to be the major sources of finance for these libraries. The average UOC assistance is found to be Rs. 1,69,643, and the maximum assistance is Rs. 2,30,000. The library finance is found to be inadequate to meet the requirements of the users. The correlation coefficient is positive but insignificant.

Keywords

College Libraries, Financial Management, Library Budget, Expenditure, Correlation of Coefficient.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, M. Vijayakumar ²

Affiliations
1 University Library, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577451, Karnataka, IN
2 Dept. of Studies & Research in Library and Information Science, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahaydri, Shankaraghatta 577451, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Citation analysis was applied to the data of the Journal Plant and Cell Physiology of the year 1998. The distribution of citation frequencies was statistically tested and found be negative exponential distribution type. The obsolescence factors were determined. The average half-life literature was found to be of 6.2 years. Brooks technique of calculating AAF=a was applied to determine its applicability for the literature. The values of "a" was found to be 0.85 and the utility factors were calculated and found to be 6.64.

Keywords

Citation Analysis, Plant Cell, Physiology, Annual Aging Factor, Half-Life, Mean Life, Utility Factor.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹

Affiliations
1 University Library, Kuvempu University, Jnanasahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577451, Shimoga Dist., Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Librarians are generalist teachers. They strive hard to enhance the academic standards of both the teachers and the students by providing timely information in right proportions at various levels. But still their services are not considered on par with the regular teachers. An attempt has been made here to trace the library of struggle of the librarians to gain academic status on par with of teachers in colleges and universities. The suggestions and accommodations of various committees and commissions have not helped the community much. Even the government's orders have not been implemented is may cases the struggle goes on.

Keywords

College and University Librarians, Academicstatus, Karnataka.

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C. G. Mathad ¹, B. U. Kannappanavar ²

Affiliations
1 Sahyadri Science College, Shimoga 577203, IN
2 University Library, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577 451, Shimoga District Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Present study attempts to study the financial provisions of constituent college hbranes of Kamataka. The Government and UGC found to be the major source of finance for these libraries. The average UGC assistance is found to be Rs. 1,69,643 and the maximum assistance is Rs. 2,30,000. The library expenditure is found to be inadequate to meet the requirements of the users. The correlation coefficient is found to be positive but insignificant.

Keywords

Constituent College, UGC, Governmen, Library Budget, Expenditure, Correlation of Coefficient.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, M. Vijayakumar ²

Affiliations
1 University Library, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri - 577451, Karnataka, IN
2 Dept. of Library & Information Science, Kuvempu University, Jnana Sahyadri - 577451, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Traces the trends and developments of LIS research in India for the past 50 years. The year 1992 is the most productive year for research output. Planning and management is the most favoured area for research by LIS researchers followed by user studies and bibliometrics. Karnataka University and its research guides are the most productive university and research guides in the field.

Keywords

India, Library and Information Science, Research, Doctoral Research, Ph.D.

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B. U. Kannappanavar ¹, B. Shankarappa ¹

Affiliations
1 Kuvempu University Library, Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta 577451, Shimoga Dist., Karnataka, IN

Abstract

The continued rise in the price of the journals has been a major obstacle to the acquisition in the libraries and information centres especially in the universities. An increase by about 405 percent was observed in the prices of foreign journals with in a period of eleven years. The average price also doubled within a period of six years. The average price increase of about 16 percent per year was observed.

Keywords

Journal Subscription, Foreign Journals, Price Rise, Trends, Case Study.

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