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    Use of Social Networking Sites among Pondicherry University Faculty Members and Students
    (Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016) Kalisdha, A.; Subbiah, M.
    The modernization of using Social Networking applications by us to get closer to each and trying to expand our on-line contact circle has become talk of the town. The process of creating social Networking community commonly interested on-site surfers for the purpose of sharing and Collaborating is possible in a click away. This study explains to trace out the understanding and utilization of different social networking sites by the faculty members of Pondicherry University. Data was collected from 72 respondents through questionnaire. This study shows the results of a university wise survey on in Pondicherry University. The results show that Social Networking Sites dissemination is not at full 100% as in the beginning. The Students spend the most time online for social networking and learning. The results also show that while the respondents are using Social Networking Sites for the intention of informal learning activities, only Small (25%) use it to get in touch with their lecturers in informal learning contexts. The faculty members also reported spending more time on Social Networking Sites for socializing rather than learning and they do not believe the use of Social Networking Sites is affecting their academic performance.
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    Assesment of Digital Information Literacy among Faculty Members of Bharathidasan University
    (Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2016) Balasubramani, R.; Abu, K.S.
    This study will assess the digital information literacy skills and where they need training among the professionals of Bharathidasan University. This study followed a survey method and structured questionnaire has been used to collect data from the respondents.Professionals working in universities are not only engaged in teaching but also involved in research and development activities. They are considered as a disciplined group of individuals with high order of knowledge which they use to impart high order thinking skills in the minds of students. Hence, they are expected to posses the adequate cognitive and technical skills. In the present digital era, no doubt those professionals must also be cognizant of promoting digital literacy to help their students to acquire information quickly and effectively.The study adopted a survey procedure and a structured questionnaire has been used to collect data from the faculty members of various departments in the University. The responses collected were analysed using descriptive (Mean and SD) and inferential statistics such as t-test, F-ratio, chi-square and correction statistics.The study identified whether the faculty members are having adequate digital information skills, if not what type of training should be provided to them will be identified. The study identified whether there will be any gender difference with regard to digital information skills.