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The study analyses research publications in leather technology during 2009-2018. The data was obtained from Web of Science database. A total of 4027 records used for the present analysis were downloaded from the Web of science database. The year wise distribution, authorship pattern, degree of collaboration, prolific author, prolific institute and productive journal were done as part of the present scientometric analysis Keywords: Leather Technology, Scientometrics, Web of Science, Growth pattern, Authorship pattern., 1. Introduction Leather is a durable and flexible material produced by tanning of animal raw hides and skins. It is produced through various manufacturing processes from cottage industry to heavy [...]

In the most recent years of the twentieth century, the world and particularly India saw a wonderful and quick headway in data and correspondence advancements. In this time, 'correspondence' has developed as the most well-known term. Today the correspondence upset has united individuals paying little heed to geological limits. The need to convey is a piece of an individual's inborn being. Since the very beginning mankind has imparted utilizing distinctive procedures and strategies. Conditions and accessible innovation have directed the technique and methods for correspondences. Subsequently, every once in a while new communication technologies have been developed for better individual and also for mass correspondence. With the approach of the printing innovation the new time of mass correspondence started. At that point the innovation of wireless communication came into existence - Radio was found. Afterward, the creation of Television had an enormous effect around the world. This study shows that most preferred use of social networking sites such as 34.9% respondents says Facebook, 7.4% respondents says twitter, 5.5% respondents says Linked in, 1.8% respondents says Pinterest, 3.7% respondents says Google+, 9.2% respondents says Instagram, 24.4% respondents says WhatsApp and 12.9% respondents says You tube. The study on the use of Social Networking sites by the University students' of Tamil Nadu conveys the existing pattern that there exists a held demeanor in the utilizing academic contents through Social Media for academic perfection. While 'Google' is an all around acknowledged medium for looking through all or any sort of data through Internet, there is a developing pattern of utilizing Social Media for specific data. Today, Social Media is the new Google where one can make separate group for detailed exchanges identifying with all fields of study. Social Media constructs a platform for one-on-one and one-tomany for pointed insights concerning the subject and to improve dominance over a subject. The prime consumers of the Social Media are students who approach boundless utilization for they have additional time and psyche to concentrate on their quest for knowledge. Keywords: Social Networking Sites (SNS), Students, User Study, Socialization, Interaction, Privacy and Entertainment, 1. Introduction Social Networking Sites are integrated into everyone's life. Man cannot live without society. Family is the primary spot for figuring out how to be in the gathering. Gatherings [...]

The study analyses the seed technology research publications during 2008-2017 based on the Scopus database. The objective of the study was to perform a scientometric analysis of all seed technology research publication. Data for a study is total of 8576 have been downloaded and analyzed according to objectives. The study reveals that the growth of literature follows the liner growth pattern, journal articles are the most published form of literature (73.83%), International Journal Of Food Science and Technology followed by Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao Transactions Of The Chinese Society Of Agricultural Engineering are top journals, China and Chinese Academy of Sciences are top research contributing country and institution. The highly productive subject areas are Agricultural and Biological Sciences .Collaborating authorship pattern analysis shows that degree of collaboration (92%) significantly high. Overall, the paper presents an informed account of seed technology research performance. Keywords: Seed Technology , Agriculture, Engineering , Scientometrics , Bibliometrics , Growth pattern, 1. Introduction, Agriculture plays a very important role in providing employment and food production. Around the world large proportion of population depends on agriculture and agriculture related activities. Most of countries Economic [...]

Bibliometric is an emerging thrust area of research and has now become a well established part of information research and a quantitative approach to the description of documents. Bibliometric has grown out of the realization that literature is growing and changing out of a rate with which no librarian or information worker equipped with traditional bibliographic skills and methods could keep abreast. This study aims to present a bibliometric analysis of the Library Philosophy and Practice journal, the aim being to offer a summary of research activity in library and information science and characterize its most important aspects. The paper analyzes a bibliometric study of 1402 articles were published during the period from 1998 to 2018 in the Library Philosophy and Practice journal. The paper covers the bibliometric analyses of year-wise distribution of articles, category-wise classification of papers, subject-wise distribution of articles, authorship patterns, and institutions-wise distribution of contributions. Keywords: Bibliometrics, Bibliometric Analysis, Scopus database, Content analysis, Authorship pattern, Citation analysis and LIS journals., Introduction Bibliometrics is a research method used in library and information science. It is a quantitative study of various aspects of literature on a topic and is used to identify [...]

A study was conducted to investigate the accessibility and use of perception on open access resources used in the library and Information Science students in Idhaya College for Women. In this paper, an attempt has been made to study the awareness of open access resources. The methodology adopted for the study surveyed in which questionnaires, interviews, and observations were used in a collection of the data. A total of 131 respondents participated in the study. 80(61.07%) of the frequency are UG Students while 51(38.93%) are PG Students in the use of open access resources in Idhaya College for Women. show that the Using of open access resources 32(24.43%) respondents information access for Research purpose only. Show that the frequency-wise respondents used in open access resources in daily used in 25(19.08%). Show the Time Spend for the open access resources respondents used in Less than 2 hours used in 29(22.14%).Show that the used in open access resources in a maximum of respondents daily used in home 32(24.43%).: Show that the Problems of used in open access resources in a maximum of respondents Privacy problem faced in 27(20.61%), UG students access the problems of 20(20.62%) PG students access the problems of 7(20.59%).Show that the Storage of open access resources in the maximum of respondents PPT in 42(32.06%), followed by Word Document 28(21.37%).Show that the Impact of using open access resources of respondents Provides free online access to the necessary literature for my research strongly Agree for the 32 (24.43%) Agree for 46(35.11%). Keywords: Open access resources, Students, User Study, Institutional Repository, Database and Subject Gateway., Introduction Open access resources are electronic resources which are freely available to the end user at free of cost. No need to pay either by the institution or the individual [...]

This study examined Information Search Strategies employed by Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals of selected institutions in India for research. Questionnaire was used as the main instrument for the gathering of data. Data collected were analyzed using simple frequency tables and mean. Search specialists can be found in libraries of all kinds, but are located especially in college and university libraries and in the information centre and other special libraries associated with business and industrial organizations, law firms and medical establishments. Some search specialists are freelance entrepreneurs, in business for themselves and actively marketing their services to special user populations. clients of online information retrieval search specialists include undergraduate and graduate students and faculty in academic libraries, and scientists, engineers, businessmen, doctors, lawyers, and many others using special libraries and information centres to help satisfy their information needs. The study revealed that most of the respondents belonging to various educational qualifications prefer 'their library catalogue', except the respondents belonging to 'UG in LIS' qualification. Most of the respondents (44.4%) belonging to 'UG in LIS' qualification prefer 'open access databases' to seek needed information, followed by 'their library catalogue' (22.2%). The findings of such study would put light on the important data and insight into the current state of practices of LIS professionals and their understanding about information searching process on internet. The outcome and suggestions of the study would be beneficial for them to take appropriate measures to improve their information search strategy skills. Keywords: Information, Search Strategy, Academic Library, LIS Professionals, User Study, Internet., 1. Introduction According to Eke, Helen Nneka (2014), the convergence of computer and telecommunication has revolutionized information management in the present day information environment. One of the products of this [...]

This project examines information literacy skills among the Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals in India, pointing out the benefits and finally makes recommendations to improve the program. This is considered a very significant issue in view of the fact that it will afford in India, academic institutions and private organizations such as companies the understanding of what to improve and the way to improve them as far as their information literacy is concerned. As India become more advanced technologically, it has become more important for children and even adult to have the awareness of a solid foundation in Information Literacy to allow them maximum opportunities. This study is also important in view of the fact that it will make data available from the population of Indian Library and Information Scientists on the information literacy skills needed by the information professionals in India. Furthermore, it will add to the literature in this area of library and information science an area which currently growing and require necessary skills for any information professionals to be relevant in this digital age. Keywords: Information Literacy, User Study, LIS Professionals, Internet, Search Engine, Social Media, Database, Introduction Information Literacy is the ability to identify what information is needed, understand how the information is organized, identify the best sources of information for a given need, locate those [...]

The study aimed to assess the Digital Literacy research output during the period of 1992-2011. The web of science database has used to retrieve records related to digital literacy research. The bibliographic citation retrieved data are analyzed using the Histcite Software application. Based on the retrieved data, digital literacy research publication is analyzed and interpreted. The performance of the most productivity countries, authors, journals, language-wise, Institution-wise, keyword wise and citation reference is analyzed. Relative Growth rate and doubling time have assessed. The performance of the most productivity countries and the highest number of articles are published in the form of total articles that covers 512 records. The maximum number of papers 126 is published in the year 2011. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy journal placed in the first position with 18 records. Keywords: Bibliometrics, Digital Literacy, Authorship Pattern, Degree of Collaboration, Research Productivity, Web of Science., 1. Introduction Bibliometrics is that part of information theory that analyze quantitatively the properties and behavior of recorded knowledge. Through this technique, we can study only the recorded, not the [...]

This study aims to analyze student's awareness and use of ICT the rural area at Dindigul. A survey of the questionnaire was distributed randomly to the total of 150 students a rural area in Dindigul district. The survey research design was a study adopted. The data for quantitative research were analyzed for both descriptive and inferential statistic using SPSS (version 23) software. A comparison of undergraduate students between awareness and use of ICT sources and services. Independent samples t-test and ANOVA test difference were performed across two groups, which are gender and age. The results of the tests conducted indicate that ICT integration is a great effectiveness for the students. The study found that majority of the respondents had ICT information needs on their academic engagements like class assignment and preparing exam updating subject Knowledge. The study recommended that the teaching needed to ICT oriented training program for rural students it improve their career development and education level. Keywords: ICT, Awareness, Students, Rural Area, the Statistical technique of ANOVA test and T-test., 1. Introduction Information Communication Technology (ICT) is one of the important slogans of today's education world. It has changed the society into an information society and our way of life. [...]

This study assessed and the use of information skills among the students of Alagappa University Central library users. Simple random sampling technique is used in the study. The scope of the study covered various aspects like awareness in library sources and services, both printed document and electronic documents.; Knowledge about the item usually covered in the catalogue and including Internet; familiarity use ICT and Online Database; Information literacy a determining factor in the development of the information society. The study shows that the majority of the students accessing internet in university central library and the maximum number of students are using various information resources for developing their knowledge and prepare the seminar, conference and writing journal article. The study also analyzed that the main problem of the lack of electricity was the prime barriers to the use of the computer by university library users. Keywords: Information Literacy, ICT, University library User, Information Seeking and Information Resources., Introduction Literacy is traditionally assumed as the ability to read and write. The term's meaning has been expanded to include the ability to use language, information available from various sources [...]

This study investigated the use and user perception of electronic Information resources of Alagappa College of Arts and science. It also examined students' awareness of e-resources and satisfaction level; problems are faced by users while using e-resources. The sample consists of 80 respondents drawn respectively from a population of 120 from the college. Descriptive survey method was used to draw data through the Alagappa College of Arts and Science Library questionnaire on Electronic Information Resources in the study. The data collected were analyzed using simple percentages. It was found that majority of respondents have low knowledge of e-resources, they may be use university library it will be get more number of e-resources. The study concludes that user low awareness of e-resources and moderate level of satisfaction. Keyword: User Perception, electronic information resources, Internet, Search Engine, User Study., 1. INTRODUCTION Libraries all over the world make available a wide diversity of electronic information sources for use by the various students and staff in their respective institutions. These e-resources [...]

A study was conducted to investigate the accessibility and use of open access resources used in the library and Information Science PG students in Alagappa University DDE. In this paper, an attempt has been made to study the awareness of open access resources. The methodology adopted for the study surveyed in which questionnaires, interviews, and observations were used in a collection of the data. A total of 39 respondents participated in the study. It was concluded that most of the open access resources were not aware of most of the resources available hence they could not access and use them effectively. This study shows that majority of the student's impact of the open access resources in that 16 (41%) of the frequency are male while 23(59%) are female in the use of open access resources in distance education students in Alagappa University. Show that 39(100%) respondents are Awareness of open access resources available from the library. Show that the maximum learning of open access resources 16(41%) respondents information access in the home, followed by library 11(28.2%), that the maximum Level of satisfaction of open access resources 25(64.10%) respondents information access in Satisfied, that the 17 (43.58%) use for the open access resources in 1 to 3 years. Keywords: Open access resources, Students, E-Resources, Internet, Library Science, User Study., Introduction: Open Access (OA) resources are free of most copyright and licensing restrictions. Open Access research articles, therefore; unlike those in conventional subscription journals are free at the point of [...]

The results of the study show that the respondents have average level of e- resources usage skills, particularly on awareness about many available e-resources. The variables of the respondents namely gender, age groups, designations, specialisations and the type of institutions were significantly influencing their e-resource usage skills and its dimensions. Frequency of access is daily among the respondents belonging to below 35 years age group. Most of the respondents use open access journals, whilst few have individual subscription to e-Journals. Most of the respondents belonging to Government and private/trust institutions access 1 to 3 e-journals only. Smart phones/ tablets are the widely used devices to access eresources among ophthalmologists, followed by laptops. The researcher suggested conducting orientation and information literacy programs in order to eradicate lack of awareness. Providing supporting facilities for access, Selective Dissemination of Information and identifying the problems before rectifying are the notable aspects suggested by the researcher. The researcher also insists on the role of libraries and ophthalmology associations regarding the effective usage of electronic and online resources. Keywords: User Study, Internet, e-resources, Database, social media and ophthalmology., Introduction The prominence of electronic and online resources in this information era is a fact that is inevitable. Electronic and digital formats of information are interspersed in our day to [...]

The study shows that a majority of the respondents belonged to male (59.08%) category whereas the remaining belonged to female (40.92%) category ,Majority of the respondents in this survey were married 354 (56.37%) whereas the remaining respondents were 274 (43.63%) unmarried who belonged to the category of students or younger generation., The study reveals that majority of the respondents i.e. 144 (22.93 %) were from the age group of up to 25 years and very few respondents i.e. 56 (8.92%) belonged to the age group of 66 and above, The survey finding reveals that majority of the respondents were bachelor's degree holders 162 (25.80%) and very few respondents were qualified in Technical and other fields 84 (13.38%). The study reveals that the majority of the respondents were from the student community 156 (24.84 %) which was followed by the retired person 109 (17.36 %), unemployed youth 107 (17.04 %), employee in private sector 104 (16.56 %) and employee in government sector 80 (12.74 %). The findings reveal that majority of the respondents 255 (40.61%) were getting a monthly income of Rs. 5001-10,000 whereas few respondents 71(11.31%) were getting a monthly income of below Rs.3, 000. The findings reveal that majority of the respondents 479 (76.27%) are the member of public library. Out of 76.27 percentages, male respondents contributed 47.29% and female respondents contributed 28.98 % to this study. Smaller percentage of respondents 149 (23.73%) who belonged to the non member category also contributed to this study. It is understood that out of 628 respondents, the majority of them 63.2% are visiting the library more than twice in a week and few respondents are visiting the library once in a month. It is understood that majority of the respondents spent one to two hours of time in the library and few respondents spent more than three hours of time in the library, Majority of the respondents i.e. 229 (36.46 %) prefer to visit the public library in the evening, Therefore, evening is most preferred and suitable time for the visit to the library; Keywords: Public Library, District Central Libraries, Online Public Access Catalogue, Current Awareness Services, newspapers, General Books., Introduction The Library is a social institution. Libraries form a vital part of the world social and educational system. They are entrusted with the responsibility of carrying knowledge to the [...]

The results of the study show that the respondents have average level of e-resources usage skills, particularly on awareness about many available e-resources. The variables of the respondents namely gender, age groups, designations, specialisations and the type of institutions were significantly influencing their e-resource usage skills and its dimensions. Frequency of access is daily among the respondents belonging to below 35 years age group. Most of the respondents use open access journals, whilst few have individual subscription to e-Journals. Most of the respondents belonging to Government and private/trust institutions access 1 to 3 e-journals only. Smart phones/ tablets are the widely used devices to access e-resources among ophthalmologists, followed by laptops. The researcher suggested conducting orientation and information literacy programs in order to eradicate lack of awareness. Providing supporting facilities for access, Selective Dissemination of Information and identifying the problems before rectifying are the notable aspects suggested by the researcher. The researcher also insists on the role of libraries and ophthalmology associations regarding the effective usage of electronic and online resources. Keywords: User Study, Internet, e-resources, Database, social media and ophthalmology., Introduction The prominence of electronic and online resources in this information era is a fact that is inevitable. Electronic and digital formats of information are interspersed in our day to [...]

The study shows that a majority of the respondents belonged to male (59.08%) category whereas the remaining belonged to female (40.92%) category ,Majority of the respondents in this survey were married 354 (56.37%) whereas the remaining respondents were 274 (43.63%) unmarried who belonged to the category of students or younger generation., The study reveals that majority of the respondents i.e. 144 (22.93 %) were from the age group of up to 25 years and very few respondents i.e. 56 (8.92%) belonged to the age group of 66 and above, The survey finding reveals that majority of the respondents were bachelor's degree holders 162 (25.80%) and very few respondents were qualified in Technical and other fields 84 (13.38%).The study reveals that the majority of the respondents were from the student community 156 (24.84 %) which was followed by the retired person 109 (17.36 %), unemployed youth 107 (17.04 %), employee in private sector 104 (16.56 %) and employee in government sector 80 (12.74 %). The findings reveal that majority of the respondents 255 (40.61%) were getting a monthly income of Rs. 5001-10,000 whereas few respondents 71(11.31%) were getting a monthly income of below Rs.3, 000.The findings reveal that majority of the respondents 479 (76.27%) are the member of public library. Out of 76.27 percentages, male respondents contributed 47.29% and female respondents contributed 28.98 % to this study. Smaller percentage of respondents 149 (23.73%) who belonged to the non member category also contributed to this study. It is understood that out of 628 respondents, the majority of them 63.2% are visiting the library more than twice in a week and few respondents are visiting the library once in a month. It is understood that majority of the respondents spent one to two hours of time in the library and few respondents spent more than three hours of time in the library, Majority of the respondents i.e. 229 (36.46 %) prefer to visit the public library in the evening, Therefore, evening is most preferred and suitable time for the visit to the library; Keywords: Public Library, District Central Libraries, Online Public Access Catalogue, Current Awareness Services, newspapers, General Books., Introduction The Library is a social institution. Libraries form a vital part of the world social and educational system. They are entrusted with the responsibility of carrying knowledge to the [...]

In today's work environment there is a drastic change in the way how information are shared as well as networking and socializing take place in every society. No doubt that the Internet has become a powerful tool for communication purposes, to exchange ideas, and even used in participation in local, national and international networking. The history of the Internet emerges back in 1960s when several computer scientists were hired by Pentagon to build a system to decentralize communication network. As a result the Arpanet was born. Over time the network grew rapidly to interconnect numerous universities, research centers as well as commercial organization. Thereafter, the word and use of the Internet expand globally. No doubt, with that, Internet usage continues to develop rapidly over the years and now millions are using the Internet. The paper examines gender differences in Internet usage pattern among male and female students. Internet usage pattern covers items such as knowledge and experience on the Internet, purpose of using Internet and frequency of using e-mail. The paper also examines the influence of gender role on Internet usage pattern. Keywords: Internet; Usage pattern; Web use; Internet surfing; Male; Female; E-books; E-journals; Databases., 1. Introduction Internet use is spreading rapidly into daily life, and directly affecting people's ideas and behavior. Internet has an impact in many areas including the higher education system. Internet [...]

Introduction India actively promotes the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in education in the formal education sector today, as it has in the non-formal sector for more than [...]

Introduction Periodicals are the primary source of information and an important media for communication. They play a major role for communicating the latest research findings and publishing the articles containing [...]

Introduction Internet, computer-based worldwide information network. At the dawn of information age, professionals are experiencing new vigor in field of information collection, processing and retrieval. The internet considered as the [...]

Introduction There has been a more change in academic libraries because of the revolution in e-resources. The networked information and access to information resources rather than holdings have become the [...]

Introduction Bibliometrics is a research method used in library and information science. It is a quantitative study of various aspects of literature on a topic and is used to identify [...]

Introduction Bibliometrics is an LIS research method. It is a quantitative study of the literature on a topic and is used to identify patterns of publication, authorship, and secondary journal [...]

Introduction Information is an indispensable source for decision-making at every level. It is a vital ingredient for the social development of a nation, especially developing countries like India. It is [...]

Introduction The increase in the amount, type, and format of information available on the Web has affected information-seeking behavior (Fidel, et al., 1999). Current information is important to everyone. The [...]

Introduction India has significant advantages in the 21st century knowledge race. It has a large higher education sector--the third largest in the world in student numbers, after China and the [...]