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    Investigating the effective techniques for the promotion of library services and resources among the academic staff members of University College of Kuliyapitiya
    (Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2023) Hansika, W.A.M.
    In the modern educational landscape, libraries play a crucial role in supporting the teaching, research, and professional development activities of academic staff members. However, ensuring that academic staff members are aware of and fully utilize the available library services and resources remains a challenge. A significant Percentage decrease in the number of academic staff members borrowing books or accessing eresources was the main research problem of the study. Therefore, the main objective of the study was to investigate the effective techniques for promoting library services and resources among the academic staff members of the University College of Kuliyapitiya. For in-depth understanding, contextual insight and flexibility, this study used a phenomenological qualitative research design. The population of the study consisted of the staff of the University College of Sri Lanka, and all the academics were selected as a sample. According to the findings, techniques such as personalized assistance, customized resource lists, library newsletters, digital marketing, faculty testimonials, library open houses and incentives and recognition are found to be effective techniques for the promotion of library services and resources among the academic staff members of the University College of Kuliyapitiya. These research findings will contribute to the broader academic community's understanding of effective library promotion strategies, serving as a benchmark for other institutions seeking to improve their library services. These insights will aid the University College of Kuliyapitiya in developing targeted and tailored initiatives to effectively communicate, engage, and support their academic staff members in making the most of the library's offerings. By enhancing the promotion and usage of library services, this research endeavors to strengthen the collaboration between the academic staff and the library, ultimately fostering a more enriched teaching and research environment at the University College of Kuliyapitiya. The study proposes evidence-based recommendations and effective strategies to optimize the promotion of library services and resources.
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    Study on Educational Advantages of Using Internet in Higher Education
    (Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016) Hansika, W.A.M.
    Internet becomes a basic need especially for the young generation. There are various advantages and disadvantages of using internet. Research problem of this study is; do undergraduates attempt to get the educational advantages of using internet in higher education? And to what extent do undergraduates get the benefits of using internet in their higher education? The main purpose of the study is to identify the educational advantages of using internet in higher education. For the study sample of 125 undergraduates from the Department of Business Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka were selected. Relevant data were gathered through conducting direct discussions with the particular respondents. Even though it was very time consuming, it was possible to get more reliable and correct information from the particular participant. Findings suggest that, among the several educational advantages of using internet, powerful tool in e-learning, allows students to read the latest news on certain subjects, and eliminate the barriers for handicapped students who may have trouble getting to a library as most important educational advantages. However, a majority of the students do not get the educational advantages of using internet because of inadequate awareness. So finally it is recommended that the relevant authorities of the universities must take steps on conducting some awareness programs on getting the educational advantages of using internet in higher education. Since majority of the students use internet for social and entertainment purpose it is high time to conduct relevant programs on how to get the educational advantages through use of internet in higher education.