2nd ICLIM - 2017

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The Theses and Dissertations Deposited in Postgraduate Institute of Archaeology Library: a Bibliographical Analysis.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Rathnabahu, R.M.N.; Perera, S.
The collection of theses and dissertations deposited in the library of the Postgraduate Institute of Archaeology (PGIAR), University of Kelaniya plays a significant role in the field of archaeology and sub-disciplines. The collection that consists of 150 theses and dissertations is immensely popular among library users. However, no serious attempt has so far been made to analysis the collection in a specific order, therefore, its varied and non-orderly appearance makes hard to find research subject, person(s) responsible for supervision and what type(s) of postgraduate degree(s) have been awarded for the research study etc., at a glance. 50 theses and dissertations (9 PhD theses,19 MPhil theses and 22 MA dissertations) taken as a sample at the first stage to be analyzed with the following bibliographic specifications: subject of the research, period of study, affiliated organizations, supervision, medium of instruction, extent and references. According to the analysis, the first MA dissertation submission has taken place in 1992 by Raj Somadeva who is now a Senior Professor of Archaeology. Prishantha Gunawardhana submitted the first MPhil thesis in 1995 beingtoday a Professor of archaeology. Mr.Senarath Dissanayake, former Director General of Archaeology and Prishantha Gunawardhana submitted the first two PhD theses in 2003. It is noted that Prof. Senake Bandaranayke has been the highly commended supervisor for the period from 1992 to 2013.Historical archaeology, architecture and art history have gained popularity from the subjective point of view. Most of the research have been carried out in Sinhala. Regarding the extent and references, PhD theses take precedence. The analysis suggests to expand the areas of research, to follow systematic referencing and scientific writing, to include the abstract in English in the theses and dissertations written other than English and to publish the theses and dissertations by the PGIAR.
Social Media Use by Undergraduate Students of Education in Nigeria: A Survey.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Wickramanayake, L.; Jika, S.M.
This research investigates teacher students’ perceptions, intentions, experiences, attitudes, opinions, and barriers concerning social media (SM) use and impact of SM on their learning process. The study used a sample consisting of 242 teacher students selected from three higher educational institutions in Gombe State, Nigeria. A stratified sampling technique was applied to draw the sample, and a questionnaire survey method was used to collect the data. Data analysis was by means of simple and inferential statistics. The students widely used mobile phones to access SM, and SM was extremely popular for education, entertainment, and communication among the students. Educational and informational communities were preferred by students to other SM communities. The study further revealed that effective SM usage among students enhanced their different types of skills including learning. However, the study showed some barriers concerning students’ SM use, such as unstable electricity connections, security and privacy issues, internet costs, and unreliable internet connections. The outcome of this study will be a unique contribution because the pertinent literature provides little evidence or research highlights concerning teacher students’ and their SM use. The results of the present study may be a useful resource for university administrators, education policy makers, and innovative teachers in universities—especially in developing countries and particularly Nigeria—when considering integration of modern techniques and technologies with university teaching and learning.
Electronic Information Resources and Academic Library Users.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Gaikwad, M.N.
Information is generating from the every corner of the world and its explosion rate is very high and ever growing. It is difficult to retrieve particular information without wasting time, but today the information technology has changed the complexion of the academic libraries in a big way. On a side academic libraries were suffer three challenges- shrinking budgets, shortage of space and increasing cost of publications; on other side there are the challenges posed by the advances in the field of Information and Communication Technology. With the last few decades scenario has changed. The remarkable growth of e-publishing and access of the information in local, regional, national and international basis has solved the problem of time and space. E-resources have become bubbling boon for library professionals as well as library users in this Google era. The e-resources are available in multi-variety forms. The study examine the different types of e-information resources, access and use of subscribed UGC N-LIST and freely available e-resources by the faculty members, Ph.D scholars and UG Students of the Arts and Commerce College, Madha(Maharashtra) India. A structured questionnaire was distributed among faculty members, Ph.D scholars and UG students. The study confirmed that the all Ph.D Scholars are aware of various types of e-resources. Study evaluates the satisfaction level of the users on e-resources and the role of Internet in access of e-resources through different search engines (e.g. Google, Yahoo, etc.) and also offline databases in CD/DVD formats, Study also aims to highlight the problems encountered by the users and suggest some remedial measures for its improvements.
Reading Habits of Medical Undergraduates in an Academic Library
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Angammana, A.M.S.; Ranasinghe, S.
University libraries as academic libraries play a major role in creating academic excellence as well as producing all round personalities. Though university libraries pay special attention in providing subject textbooks to its users, the collection should consists of other categories of resources too. In order to fulfill the needs of the users, librarians need to identify the users reading patterns and behavior. The present study aimed at investigating the use of library books by medical undergraduates. As specific objectives it was intended to find out whether medical students read extra books and whether pattern of reading differ according to study year. Methodology involved is a case study. The population was all undergraduates enrolled in the faculty of medical sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura from freshmen to final inthe year 2016. Total population was 1201 and total population was considered as the sample. Quantitative data was collected using the book loan statistics of circulation module of Library management system “KOHA” during the year 2016. Daily statistics of books checked out during January 2016 to December 2016 were analyzed. Subjects were coded using Dewey Decimal classification system.According to demographic data, sample consisted of 21% of males and 79% of females. Number of students who have borrowed books during the year were 610, that is 51% of the sample. Among them 12% were first years while 20%, 26%, 21%, 21% were second, third, fourth and final years respectively. 98% of the first year students have borrowed only textbooks. But this amount has decreased to 76% among final years. Percentages of textbooks borrowed by second, third and fourth years were 92%, 80%, 86% respectively. When considering other categories 17% of final years have borrowed fictions (English, Sinhala and translations) while only 1% of first years have borrowed fictions. This number varied through the study year as 7%, 18%, 10% in second, third and fourth years respectively. Findings revealed that majority of medical students read only textbooks and usage varies among the year of study. The lowest usage was observed from first year students, while third year students had the highest usage. Again in final year there is a decrease in usage. They tend to read other categories of books from third year onwards and most famous category was fictions. Also they have borrowed IT related and General knowledge books.Since this study shows a medium usage of library books, measures should be taken to increase the utilization of books especially by first years and final years. Also authorities should pay attention in fulfilling extra reading needs of medical undergraduates when developing the collection in order to assure effective library usage.
Publication Pattern and Citation Analysis of the University of Madras: A Performance Analysis.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Perumal, A.; Chandrakumar, V.
The aim of this paper is to analysis the publication pattern and citations analysis of publications of the faculty / researchers of the University of Madras. The objectives of study are: (i) to quantify the publications of the faculty / researchers for the select period; (ii) to identify the prolific authors among the authors; (iii) to study the authorship pattern ; (iv) to examine the collaboration pattern ; (vi) to study the citation pattern ; and (v) to study the preferred sources for publications and their impact factors. To achieve the objectives of the study, the methodology adopted in this study were: (i) Web of Science citation databases was used to gather data for the period 2012-2015; (ii) The publication details and citations counts gathered from the Sources have been used to analysis; and (iii) Microsoft Excel, Bibexcel, Pajek were used to analysis the data in relation to achieve the objectives. The prolific authors of the University of Madras during the study period were arrived. The authors’ h-index, collaboration pattern and citation pattern were studied and its results were recorded in the form of tables, charts and graphic manner. The outcome of this study may be useful to evaluate the faculty / researchers, University, and overall the country / region. And also it will help to policy-makers to take appropriate policy decisions in research activities.
Tide Gauge Data Management for the Analysis of Ocean-based Disasters, their Mitigation and Management: A Standard Procedure.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Indika, K.W.; Weerakoon, W.R.W.M.A.P.
Observation of sea-level variation is an essential long-term global process, and is difficult to manage anthropogenic effects at in-situ data recording. Besides, the unremitting collection of data with desired frequencies and research quality is a challenge. Notably, obtaining accurate and firstly data, i.e. real-time and near-real time are important for analysing, prevention, mitigation and management of ocean-based disasters. This paper discloses a model procedure for tide-gauge data management pertaining to ocean-based disasters and recognition of special events while highlighting the usability and prospects. The hydrostatics pressure sensors were installed at known depths below the surface in serene environments without anthropogenic effects whereas tide-wells equipped wave absorbers. Surface wave height radar sensors were installed at known heights above the surface referring to an eternal bench-mark. The data collected [f; frequency = 1 minute] were transmitted via satellite communiqué where the resulted time series was obtained via the global sea level monitoring facility provided by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC). The data were primarily processed by rectifying noises, null-data fields and outliers according to the IOC quality control standards. Afterwards, the tidal impact was examined while confiscating the residual variation. The process included assessing the astronomical forces of the Moon and the Sun using a Harmonic analysis of a time series, and quantifying the contribution of those tidal constituents. The pattern was appraised quantitatively, pertaining to the Luni-solar declinational diurnal constituent, the Principal Lunar declinational diurnal constituent, whereas the effects produced by the Moon (semidiurnal lunar), and the Sun (semidiurnal solar), whilst the spring and neap tide variations were determined. Ensemble empirical mode decomposition method was used to determine the inter-annual variability and related events. Data (f=1) were re-computed to diverse frequencies where event analyses, i.e., both short-term and long-term variations were performed Accordingly, meteo-tsunami, tidal and seasonal variations, El-Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), whereas sea level rise were revealed and were identified as potential research areas.
A Study on the Factors Affecting Employee Commitment in University Libraries in Sri Lanka.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Jayasinghe, K.K.
Employee’s commitment is a major aspect of organizational success. The commitment of employees are decided on the various factors such as extrinsic reward and intrinsic rewards, job challenge, role fit, career path, promotions, job security, opportunity for personal development and freedom to work. The research is focused to identify the reasons that affect to commitment of library professional employees who work in state universities. This paper is based on a review of the factors affecting to commitment. Then primary data has been collected through Questionnaires and interviews. The secondary data is being used for identifying the commitment related factors comparing to the academic staff of university libraries. The population represents academic level employees of 10 state university libraries in Sri Lanka. Female married employees are much interest to work in these organizations and more than 50% of library academic staff represents them. In general, their commitment is lesser than female unmarried employees due to various factors such as family commitment, work stress etc. Female unmarried employees represent only 14% with higher commitment. These employees are not satisfying with the existing roles and looking for various job opportunities in the external market. Male employees also interest to engage in this profession and majority of them are married employees. Their commitment is low compare to female and they are of the view that they are underutilized. Male un-married employees represent only 2% and their commitment is much better than male married employees, these employees too of the view that, external opportunities are more viable than the current roles. Proper employee monitoring process should be implemented since majority of employees are idle and underutilized. Due recognition should be given to the committed employees and should encourage for innovations and analytical thinking. Career path should be reorganized and need to build employee career life cycle within the organization. Employee rotation process should be implemented in order to share the knowledge among employees. Employee’s ideas, views should be taken in to consideration for decision-making Motivate employees by providing various kinds of benefits.
The Half Life of Books used in Doctoral Theses on History by Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra and Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak in Haryana (1979-2012) .
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Kagra, S.K.
The 14122 citations analyzed were cited in 95 doctoral theses of History awarded in Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra and MaharshiDayanand University, Rohtak (Haryana) from the period beginning of research in this university up to the end of 2012.In History, the highest number of 36 theses (66.66%) of Kurukshetra University had 201-300 pages majority of theses (51.22%) in MaharshiDayanand University; Rohtakalso had same number of pages.The highest average number of 210.8 per theses in History was during 1979-1983. The forms of cited literature in History,the highest number of 9146 (64.76%) books were cited. There were 957 (6.77%) journals citations in History. Among overall citations, Government Publications 1473 (10.43%), Reports/ archival papers 1304 (9.23%), News paper/Magazine/Poster/Pamphlet 680 (4.81%), Conference/Seminar/Proceedings 166 (1.71%), Theses/ Dissertation 164 (1.17%), Contributed books /interview 130 (0.93%) and Encyclopedia/ Directory/Dictionary 102 (0.73%) were cited in History.The books contributions 93.60 percent citations were produced under single authorship. The half life of books in History is 34.24 years.
International Research Publications on Education in Sri Lanka: A Scientomeric Study.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Navaneethakrishnan, S.; Raja, S.; Kupeshan, R.
Quantitative studies of scholarly communication activities tend to have a better understanding of phenomena of construction, dissemination and use of scientific and technical knowledge. Nowadays scientometrics is considered as a standard tool of science policy and research management. It is also realized that this is the opportune time for the library professionals to study the current trend of Sri Lankan education system in the view international scholars to identify the role of the libraries in fulfilling the obligations specified in these research studies. This study was carried out with the intention to analyze the international research publications on education in Sri Lanka. The process of selection of publications was utilizing scientometric approach of research publications indexed by the web of science (WoS) database. Quantitative research methodological approach was taken, based on scientometric analysis. Results of this study shows a total of 201 publications were released by the Global scientists in education during 2010-2016 which received 4873 citations. The mean number of publications per year was 16.57%. It states that globally 9.45percents of items were from lone authors, pursued by 16.42% authors by double authors etc. 0.91 percent of collaborative author’s articles released throughout the study periods. The value of a mean RGR of publications which declined from 3.32 in 2010 to 0.32 in 2016, simultaneously the values of doubling time (Dt) of publications expanded from 0.21 in 2010 to 3.04 in 2016. The high frequency keywords were “Sri lanka” 109 (54.2%, TCLS 14, TGCS 332). The foremost cited quotation is Katulanda P, 2008, diabetic med, V25, P1062, DOI 10.1111/j.1464-5491.2008.02523.x. The suggestion of this research is to setup an enabling environment for more studies across the nations on Sri Lankan education and international researchers need to be encouraged on this.
Automation of Records and Tapes Collections of the Library Attached to Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) De Silva, H.S.A.
Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC) is the first Asiatic broadcasting entity established under British administration and the recording commenced in 1936. There are more than 25000 records and tapes in the library. There are five records and tapes libraries in the SLBC. Different physical forms like records, tapes, CDs, Dat and MD are available and they contain programs conducted, songs, music, advertisements, news, and notices and so on. The purpose of this paper is to examine the process of automation of records and tapes collections available in the library attached to SLBC and other objective is to explore the issues facing when digitization the collections. Automation means the activity or process done to achieve good results with the help of equipment, machines, tools and techniques specially computers and computer applications When automating the library attached to SLBC, the process should be started from automating the collections like records, tapes with their content and data with a mechanism of combining the metadata with the sounds of these. Later these sounds should be incorporated to the digital technology. Automation of the SLBC library began in 2009. Most important and valuable sounds belong to old songs, rare songs, songs and other programs that are prone to decay and ruination are being digitized at present. It is in the scrutinization process and study that digitization has to be fully operated with the help of a compatible library management software. How to make an access system for the users purpose for this digitized collections with the Metadata belong to records and tapes and how a classification system used whether the AACR 2 or RDA system is used in the anticipated database are some of the complications the library facing at this stage. Developing and keeping up proper authority file management, selection of the different fields needed for the above database and providing user accesses for information retrieval are issues to be addressed very scientifically for enabling and providing quality service. Whole digitization proses is a team work which us to be done very carefully. Everybody involving this activity is delivering very concomitant job. Due to this dynamic transformation cost effect, audience friendly, easy maintenance, less labor driven effective and efficient environment seen in the SLBC library premises. With these developments, SLBC library has achieved a success in digitizing very important treasures for preserving, conserving, effective organization and delivery of sound to the audience.
Impact and Utilization of Competitive Examination Resources Thiruvalluvar University.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Shanmugam, A.P.; Kathirvel, R.
The basic aim of this paper is to assess and impact of the utilization pattern of Competitive Examination Resources Thiruvalluvar University by the aspirants of competitive examinations. Survey method is applied and the Data collected from Thiruvalluvar University and constitution Colleges through a structured questionnaire, this paper attempted to classify the Thiruvalluvar University and its constitution Colleges. Analysis are carried out variable versus gender and the constitution wise, and found that majority of male aspirants are using the library more than female likewise the purpose of library visits and preferences of information are analysed. This study reveals that present generation aspirants of competitive examinations are approach university libraries in an effective way and the constitution college libraries, Thiruvalluvar University has more opportunity to shape the young minds.
Advocacy Programs and Activities Conducted by Public Libraries Attached to Municipal Councils of Sri Lanka: Some Public Libraries Selected from the Western Province.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Jayasekara, D.W.
Library is the most important place that everyone goes to get information for his or her various needs. Today the technology has vastly changed the way most of the people in accessing the information. Technology has greatly enhanced library and information services, but it has also raised some unsettling questions, issues. Libraries have been challenged for their firm existence and maintenance. In this background, “Advocacy” is the most useful element and the concept for libraries. Simply, library advocacy means “Appearing for the libraries” or talking on behalf of the libraries and their very existence. The persons who appearing for the libraries are called as “Library Advocates”. The Librarians and library staff, library trustees, friends of libraries, library users, institutional and community leaders, library and information science students, potential advocates can identify as library advocates. The democracy needs libraries. Moreover, libraries need advocates. The main objects of library advocacy are certifying libraries protection and the provision a good library service. Therefore, the main activities under the library advocacy are public relations and library marketing. Library advocates support libraries, organize various library advocacy activities and programs as seminars, lectures, exhibitions, cultural programs, book fair etc. and this task is vested with the librarians and library staff. This study explores about the library advocacy activities and programs conducted by public libraries in Sri Lanka. The research studied through five main public libraries operating under municipal councils in Western province. Method of study is the survey research. Questionnaires, interviews and observation methods were used for the survey. Information was gathered mainly from librarians and users through two different questionnaires. This research information were presented about, what is the library advocacy, why is it needed, who are library advocates, what are the advocacy programs conducted by public libraries in Sri Lanka, who participate and support for them, what is the service to the society by this programs and new tendencies, problems, challenges of these programs. Accordingly, presented conclusions and suggestions for the development of library advocacy activities and programs. It was found that lot of library users are not aware what is library advocacy. Moreover, public libraries were conducting various advocacy programs, but most of them introduced those programs as extension services. “Library Advocacy” was an uncommon word for most of libraries and library users in Sri Lanka. It must be changed. This research was done for directing to that change.
Emerging Leadership Skills and Competencies of LIS Professionals.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Kavitha, P.; Aravind, S.
Emerging technologies in the field of LIS has resulted in the need for LIS Professionals to acquire adopting new skills and competencies. This paper addresses the coming out of leadership skills and the competencies necessary for a Library professional who want to be notable from the swarm, need to nurture and attain assured skills and competencies in broad like Generic skills, Managerial skills, Professional skills and ICT skills. To be specific: Vision, Trust And Values, Honesty, Emotional Intelligence (EI) and Emotional stability, Strategic orientation, Dominance, Innovative mindset, Customer focus, Enthusiasm, Teamwork and collaboration , Interpersonal and Intra personal skills, Research-based competencies, Critical thinking, problem solving and decision making , Communication , Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems , Conscientiousness, Confidence, Commitment, Creativity, Independent, initiating and proactive; self-directed , Self-assurance, Tough-mindedness, learning Ability from situations and events, Social boldness, including failures and successes, Ability To Inspire, Intuition, Leadership style and traits, Compulsiveness, acquiring all these the LIS Professionals stay extremely confident in their abilities and They are not boastful which would make them successful leaders and the drive to pursue their professional goals. Thus skills acquired by a librarian persuades library’s efficacy and Competencies are the set of talents needed to achieve the role of LIS Professional by applying the skills to cope with the rapidly changing world.
A Study about E- Government Services and Its Usage Provide by Sri Lanka Government to Citizens Specifically on Three Services.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Shyamali, P.T.C.
E government refers to the use of Information and communication technology give to provide citizens with more convenient access to the government’s services and information. As the usage of Information technology is growing fast, Sri Lankan government is making many efforts to provide services to its citizens through e government. In 2007, Sri Lanka government was adopted e government policy and then launched e government project with support of Sri Lanka Information Communication Technology Agency (ICTA). There are many e government services which delivered by Sri Lankan e government to its citizens. Among these e government services selected three e services which most important to citizens in their day today life. Those are online exam result services, online vehicle license service and online train schedule service to this research. Sri Lankan government is spending lot of money one government project. The purpose of the research is study about the usage of e government service in rural areas. The method of this research is interviews and questionnaire. The data collection-using questionnaire from 300 people who lived in Benthota Divisional Secretariat Division. How the communities use e government services is surveyed. Their awareness, attitudes also studied. It is also expected to study the facilities and provisions of e government services available in those intuitions attached to Benthota Divisional Secretariat Division.
Impact of Internet on Library and Information Services: Experience of an Academic Library in a Technical University.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2017) Seneviratne, T.M.
Internet technology has been used to enhance teaching and learning in higher education. Computer literate population is ever increasing and the majority of the students have basic computer skills when they arrive at the university and able to use online resources and interact via social media. In such circumstances, Internet can be heavily used as an information resource, retrieval tool, communication tool than the physical library.As such, academic libraries have also taken advantage of the trend and made them visible online.Though, Internet has not replaced the physical library but has made an impact. Therefore, objective of this paper is to highlight some changes Internet has brought to an academic library in a technical university. Trend analysis of library reader services data within year 2011 to 2016 along with the observation of usage of electronic information sources and services was done. According to the data, library registration of undergraduates and diploma students are parallel to university admissions but postgraduates registrations have declined by 22% and academic staff registrations by 50%. Registration renewals have increased in undergraduates (170%). Issuing of library materials has recorded a decline by 27% in undergraduates; 19% in diploma students; 36% in postgraduates and 42% in academics. Reservations of library materials has also reduced (70-80%). However, online renewal of library materials has increased by 110 % -150% in four user categories. Usage of online databases has been greatly increased and 27275 average total article downloads have been recorded for online databases subscribed by Consortium of Academic Libraries and 68545 average total article downloads by self-subscribed databases over the period 2014-2016. Since its inception, digital library has archived nearly 4000 documents and over 6000 user logins and 500, 000 searches have been recorded. In conclusion, all categories of library users have a declining trend in using physical library materials and services and have positive developments towards electronic information sources and services. Hence, it is recommended to design novel user education programmesteachmedia and information literacy for undergraduates and diploma students. It is essential to include subject specific library skills programmespostgraduate students and new academic staff members.
The Information and Information Seeking Behavior of Sri Lanka Administrative Service Cadet Officers: A Study Based on Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka, 2017) Balasooriya, B.A.P.
The Library of the Sri Lanka Institute of Development Administration (SLIDA) plays a leading role in catering to diversified information needs of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service Cadet Officers (SLASCOs) who are undergoing their induction training in SLIDA. The principal purpose of this study is to ascertain the service quality in the progress of the information needs of Sri Lanka Administrative Service Cadet Officers undergoing their induction training in SLIDA. The other objectives are to identify what sources they use, and how, when, where they locate information and finally the user satisfaction of the library services provided by the SLIDA Library. Survey by administering a pre-prepared questionnaire was the principal research methods and the population was the Sri Lanka Administrative Service Cadet Officers of 2017 batch. Sample was 60 SLASCOs to whom the questionnaire was given and interviews were held for collecting primary data. The principal information needs of SLASCOs were related to their occupation, study and research. They were adequately satisfied with the Library and the availability of its information services. Data revealed that the SLASCOs used a variety of resources and employed several information seeking patterns to fulfil their information require to write their assignments. Of the huge repository of information source in the library the SLASCOs,they used only a limited information sources related to their information needs, related to the training at SLIDA. Only a very small group of people uses books to obtain additional knowledge for leisure. The library can provide sufficient facilities, as well as provide e-library services, they can locate information through automate library services, as well as if it is better to use in the library books for distribution in the library books. The results show that development of a user-friendly Library Service is a prime requirement for SLASCOs and more information sources needed for them have to be acquired. This will facilitate to maintain of a more productive and useful library service in the future and would lay the foundations for the creation of an international library.
Professional Prestige Scale of Sri Lankan Librarians: With Special Reference to Librarians in Public, School & University Libraries.
(Ananda Tissa, R.D.(2017). Professional Prestige Scale of Sri Lankan Librarians: With Special Reference to Librarians in Public, School & University Libraries. Department of Library and Information Science,Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka. p 04., 2017) Ananda Tissa, R.D.
There are several factors involving the progress and development of a profession. Social recognition is one of the leading factors. Professional prestige is one entity, which can evaluate profession and its status and situation. Therefore, scale was used to measure the professional prestige of Sri Lankan Librarians. Due to its enormity, librarians in public, school and university libraries were selected to study their professional prestige scaling. Principal objective of the study is to investigate the professional prestige scale of librarians in public, school and university libraries. The other objectives are to identify the professional prestige scale of librarians towards the other professionals and to identify the professional prestige scale of librarians as according to the library reader’s point of view and how readers view and accept the librarians. Total study is based on two stages 200 librarians repressing public, schools and universities were taken 200 readers also were taken as the sample numbering 400 persons. Both end the school category as well as the top the University librarians were used since it is expected to cover whole librarians with the public librarians. Readers groups are also a category recognized by the society. Sample 400 applied using sampling techniques like cluster and multi stage sampling. Data analysis was done using the SPSS. It was revealed that professional prestige was rather low level. Low attitude and knowledge of the public, towards the library services is also prevailed. Other point that even though the librarians are educated and qualified it could not be visualized from the librarians. Pale attitude and mentality of the librarians themselves was another factor found. Social recognition was low hence, it affected for the librarians professional prestige. Suggestions are to develop attitudes and mentality of the policy makers, planners and administrators, top management towards the librarians and the library profession. Compiling a library service manifesto is a timely requirement. It is proposed to establish a library and information science commission for Sri Lanka. Formulation of a proper recruitment, promotion policy is another step. Role and responsibility of the libraries themselves is another factor to be reckoned with
Knowledge Networking Initiatives of the Indian National Agricultural Research and Education System (NARES).
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Veeranjaneyulu, K.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the apex body for co-ordinating, guiding and managing research and education in agriculture including horticulture, fisheries and animal sciences in the entire country, consists of 101 ICAR institutes and 71 agricultural universities spread across the country and one of the largest national agricultural systems in the world. The human resources developed by the NARES have been primarily responsible for green, white, yellow, and blue revolutions signifying respectively increase in food grain, milk, oilseed and fish production. Realising the importance of the libraries, the ICAR through successive plans supported development of agricultural libraries in India. During the Agricultural Human Resources Development Project (AHRDP), funding support was extended for the collection development of select agricultural libraries. The focus was shifted towards development of hardware, software and connectivity during implementation of National Agricultural Technology Project (NATP). During implementation of National Agricultural Innovation Project (NAIP), much importance was given by the ICAR to agricultural libraries to move towards digital landscape. Flagship projects were implemented during this period to bring the libraries into limelight viz., Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture (CeRA) – the national level e-resource consortium for agricultural libraries which connects all major agricultural university and ICAR institute libraries in India and ensure seamless access to more than 3000 online journals; KrishiKosh – a digital repository where all major agricultural libraries of the country are able to upload their digital knowledge resources for wider access. KrishiKosh provides ready software platform to implement all aspects of the open access policy, similar to ‘Cloud Service’ for any agricultural institution’s self-managed repository with central integration. At present the number of documents available in KrishiKosh exceeds 1.00 lakh. All 39 participating libraries of e-Granth project were automated using Koha ILMS and a digital library platform “IDEAL” (Indian Digital Ensemble of Agricultural Libraries) has been developed for capturing, digitizing and online sharing of library resources in order to cater to the increasing requirements of the stakeholders.EPubs is another digital initiative of the ICAR which facilitates the development of open access, peer-reviewed publishing using Open Journal System (OJS) platform. It provides the technical infrastructure not only for the online presentation of journal articles, but also the entire editorial management workflow including article submission, multiple rounds of peer-review and indexing and so far 36 scientific journals of various universities and professional societies are making use of this platform. This paper attempts to give an overview of these initiatives.
A Study of Changing Information Needs and Use Pattern of University Post Graduate Students.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Patil, S.S.; Kulkarni, J.N.
The present study aims to determine the Changing information needs and Use pattern of University Post-Graduate students. Data were collected from 185 PG students from the three different schools of S.R.T.M.University, Nanded’s Sub-centre, Latur (Maharashtra State), India. Out of 220 PG Students a questionnaire was distributed to 216 PG students and 185 filled in questionnaires were returned, giving an overall response rate of 85.64 percent. It was found that respondents used various sources for acquiring the needed information. Books were ranked as the most important source for teaching and research purposes, followed by periodicals and e-resources. It was found that a majority of the students seek information mainly for doing assignments/seminars and general information with a total of 85.48% (53) and 75.81 % (47) respectively. Thus Social media sites were the most preferred communication channel among students followed by E-mails and mobile phones.
Setting up a Preschool Book Corner: A Pilot Study with Special Reference to Preschool at Polpithigama in Sri Lanka.
(Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya,Sri Lanka., 2017) Harshani, K.R.N.
The period of Early Child Care and Education (ECCD) of 6 years separated in to two, 0-3 years as the step of beginning and 4 and 5 years as the stage of preschool education. A supportive preschool learning atmosphere encourages the growth of children’s critical thinking skills; and cultivates the interest and the engagement as the foundation of methods to learning. This type of setting must develop children’s capacity to involve extremely in individual and group activities and projects. This study focuses to determine the purposes of preschool teachers in reading for children, the practices they use to give children the pattern of reading, the resources they keep in their particular book area, the methods they use, the themes they desire in the books they read for children, and the events they conduct using story books which are significant throughout this period of childhood. The main objective of this study is to establish a creative book corner in preschool. Second objective is to explore the preschool teachers’ performances.The sample group of the study is composed of 89preschool teachers working in independent preschools of the PolpithigamaPradeshiyaSaba. As an initial stage the researcher conducted a one day workshop with all teachers conferring various types of group activities, way of storytelling and presentations related to book corner. This study data were collected by the evaluation of distributing questionnaire. Results showed that every preschool have story books. Though they have books, there is no any special creative area relevant. Recommendations for preschool and kindergarten teachers to accomplish diverse practices namely, teachers should plan picture story book reading activities that they will perform in their preschools considering principles as selecting books with a good theme, by voice, mimics and gestures, keeping the story short and exciting, repeating it on the following days and integrating them with the activities as poems, music and drama. Moreover, teachers should be aware of children’s skills and determine the issues that will attract them.