Abstract Transforming libraries into Knowledge Resource Centres and keeping up to date with changes in education is important for all of us but especially for those of us working in academic libraries. Growing interest in active learning, new media and information formats; and technology rich collaborative spaces within the higher education environment are said to be the future of teaching and... Transforming libraries into Knowledge Resource Centres and keeping up to date with changes in education is important for all of us but especially for those of us working in academic libraries. Growing interest in active learning, new media and information formats; and technology rich collaborative spaces within the higher education environment are said to be the future of teaching and learning process. This paper discusses the need to analyze the pivotal role to be played by the library personnel’s in academic libraries in disseminating information. Read More Read Less

Abstract Development of information communication Technology, internet and mobile communication, introduction of computers into school and daily use of computers by people of different vocation has made education a very important field to researchers. The new technology and methods like video streaming, new technology techniques and methods inspired us to intensively use new term and way of integration of the computers... Development of information communication Technology, internet and mobile communication, introduction of computers into school and daily use of computers by people of different vocation has made education a very important field to researchers. The new technology and methods like video streaming, new technology techniques and methods inspired us to intensively use new term and way of integration of the computers in education called e-education. Read More Read Less

Abstract There has been a revolutionize in the process of preservation of materials for posterity. In this digital era the concept of digital preservation is gaining importance. UNESCO is continuously emphasizing the significance of digital preservation of cultural heritage of the world in any form. It aims that information should be for all. Climate controlled storage facility, trained staff, timely checking... There has been a revolutionize in the process of preservation of materials for posterity. In this digital era the concept of digital preservation is gaining importance. UNESCO is continuously emphasizing the significance of digital preservation of cultural heritage of the world in any form. It aims that information should be for all. Climate controlled storage facility, trained staff, timely checking of different types of Digital Medias, change of software or hardware whenever needed, regular power supply, regular users’ orientation is necessary for the proper uptake of the digital documents. The paper discusses some aspects of digital preservation and digital preservation in National Archives of India. Read More Read Less

Abstract It mentions about e-journals. It highlights the objectives, scopes, and methodology of the study. The paper deals with the usage of e-journals by the faculty of Annamalai University, and Varanasi. Analyses the findings of the study in the tabular form. It concludes with some suitable suggestion for the further improvement of the system.... It mentions about e-journals. It highlights the objectives, scopes, and methodology of the study. The paper deals with the usage of e-journals by the faculty of Annamalai University, and Varanasi. Analyses the findings of the study in the tabular form. It concludes with some suitable suggestion for the further improvement of the system. Read More Read Less

Abstract Copyright plays a major role in the use of books in libraries. The copyright Act, 1957 was borrowed extensively from the new Copyright Act of the United Kingdom of 1956 since then the act has been amended six times. The copyright (Amendment) Act 2012 is more substantial. This paper explains the law and its features and implications.... Copyright plays a major role in the use of books in libraries. The copyright Act, 1957 was borrowed extensively from the new Copyright Act of the United Kingdom of 1956 since then the act has been amended six times. The copyright (Amendment) Act 2012 is more substantial. This paper explains the law and its features and implications. Read More Read Less

Abstract Libraries have been a vital part of the society for years. It can be used for academic references, updating general issues, exploring past history and many more useful works. With the present day internet technology the library can be accessed in a personal system easily by users without even visiting a library personally. Hence there is a need to Re-Engineer... Libraries have been a vital part of the society for years. It can be used for academic references, updating general issues, exploring past history and many more useful works. With the present day internet technology the library can be accessed in a personal system easily by users without even visiting a library personally. Hence there is a need to Re-Engineer the scenario of an orthodox library to a modern digital web connected library accepted by the modern day user. This paper focuses on the past history, services and advantages of modifying a library into a modern social networking platform based Academic Libraries. Read More Read Less