P. Sarasvathy ¹, M. Bhyrappa ², D. Giddaiah ³, M. Manjunath ¹, R. Harisha ⁴

Affiliations
1 University of Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, IN
2 Research scholar DOS in LISc, University of Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, IN
3 University Library University of Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, IN
4 Mysore university library, Mysore, IN

Abstract

The study aimed at finding the use of e-resources by the research scholars and faculty including guest faculty in the University of Mysore. 110 questionnaires distributed randomly and 82 filled-in questionnaires were received back with a moderate response rate 90%. The results show that e-resources are most important for scientific communication and research work. The library should also conduct brain storming workshop to help adapt to the new technology that often gets outdated.

Keywords

Academic Institution, Electronic Resources, Scientific Communication, Use.

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P. Sarasvathy ¹, D. Giddiah ¹, A. Selvaraja ¹

Affiliations
1 Mysore University Library, Mysore, IN

Abstract

The article surveys the Mysore University Library and University under Graduate Library users' attitudes towards overdue fines. A total of 2330 users who responded to a questionnaire participated in the study. The study reported here surveyed students' perception of increases in fines imposed by the University of Mysore. 2330 respondents were given a structured questionnaire to complete and return between December and January, 2011-12. Findings revealed the users opinions and feelings about overdue fines. The paper makes recommendations that can help libraries boost the collection of overdue fines.

Keywords

Library Users, Overdue Fines, University of Mysore, Users Attitude.

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