Author : P. Venkata Ramana
Publisher : Ess Ess Publication
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 13,26 MB
Release : 2004-04
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9788170003823
"This book provides an overview of IT and also an excellent review of the global as well as the national scenario of the current trends in IT applications in libraries. It presents detailed information about the impact of IT on library operations, information services, staff and end users. It discusses the key factors in strategic technology planning and strategies for managing technological change in libraries."
Author : Holland, Barbara
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 23,37 MB
Release : 2024-02-14
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN :
In the ever-evolving landscape of information technology within library and information science, scholars often find themselves navigating a complex web of diverse research areas. The broad spectrum of topics, ranging from digital libraries to artificial intelligence, poses a significant challenge for academic scholars seeking a comprehensive understanding of the field's intricacies. The absence of a consolidated resource tailored to the specific needs of graduate students, professors, and practitioners further exacerbates this issue. Multidisciplinary Approach to Information Technology in Library and Information Science addresses the pressing challenges faced by scholars in the realm of library and information science. This reference handbook serves as a beacon, illuminating the multifaceted interactions and impacts of technologies on information resources. This book delves into the ethical, legal, and social implications of information technology across diverse contexts – libraries, information centers, archives, museums, education, business, government, and healthcare.
Author : Anirban De
Publisher : Allied Publishers
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 14,86 MB
Release : 2014-07-09
Category :
ISBN : 8184249152
The proceeding focuses on the adoption and use of information and communication technology that have resulted in the globalization of information and knowledge resources in modern libraries. The diverse set of technological tools and resources to create, communicate, disseminate, store and manage information have been discussed. Other topics include semantic tools and techniques, collection development, data and content management in digital era, the role of the digital librarian and the next generation library management, ethics for professionals, licensing issues, information access, repository projects for organizations. The book covers information management, problems and prospects of digitization in scientific institutes, emerging technologies in e-library & technology enhanced e-learning, ethics for library professionals & users in the digital environment, technology enhanced services in digital environment.
Author : Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A., Mehdi
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 702 pages
File Size : 41,64 MB
Release : 2018-11-02
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1522576606
As the academic and scholarly landscape are continuously enhanced by the advent of new technology, librarians must be aware and informed to develop and implement best practices. Effective administration of libraries is a crucial part of delivering library services to patrons and ensuring that information resources are disseminated efficiently. Advanced Methodologies and Technologies in Library Science, Information Management, and Scholarly Inquiry provides emerging information on modern knowledge management and effective means of sharing research through libraries. While highlighting the importance of digital literacy and information resources, readers will also learn new methods in information retrieval and research methods in quality scholarly inquiry. This book is an important resource for librarians, administrators, information science professionals, information technology specialists, students, and researchers seeking current information on the importance of effective library science technology.
Author : Hsiang-Chuan Liu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1146 pages
File Size : 43,32 MB
Release : 2018-06-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0429785526
This proceedings volume brings together peer-reviewed papers presented at the International Conference on Information Technology and Computer Application Engineering, held 10-11 December 2014, in Hong Kong, China. Specific topics under consideration include Computational Intelligence, Computer Science and its Applications, Intelligent Information Processing and Knowledge Engineering, Intelligent Networks and Instruments, Multimedia Signal Processing and Analysis, Intelligent Computer-Aided Design Systems and other related topics. This book provides readers a state-of-the-art survey of recent innovations and research worldwide in Information Technology and Computer Application Engineering, in so-doing furthering the development and growth of these research fields, strengthening international academic cooperation and communication, and promoting the fruitful exchange of research ideas. This volume will be of interest to professionals and academics alike, serving as a broad overview of the latest advances in the dynamic field of Information Technology and Computer Application Engineering.
Author : Holland, Barbara
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 46,14 MB
Release : 2024-01-18
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN :
In an era of rapid technological advancements, libraries have evolved to cater to the changing needs and aspirations of users and society at large. IT has emerged as a critical factor in this transformation, empowering libraries to offer faster, more efficient, and highly convenient services to their users. The Handbook of Research on Innovative Approaches to Information Technology in Library and Information Science is a comprehensive guide that delves into the dynamic relationship between libraries, information centers, and information technology (IT). Within the pages of this edited research handbook, a team of esteemed scholars and experts in the field explore the multifaceted applications of IT in libraries and information centers. They delve into the effective management of collections, resources, and operations, shedding light on how technology can optimize these vital aspects of library services. From information centers that curate and provide access, to diverse information resources, to the revolutionary impact of IT in digitizing libraries, this handbook covers a wide range of topics relevant to contemporary library and information science. This book address crucial themes such as artificial intelligence, data science, computer science, information management, metadata, cybersecurity, machine learning, chatbots, mobile services, and robotics. It explores the integration of these cutting-edge technologies within the realm of libraries, examining how they enhance efficiency, user experience, and digital equity. By addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by IT, this handbook equips librarians, information professionals, researchers, professors, advanced students, and practitioners with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of library and information science.
Author : P. Venkata Ramana
Publisher : Ess Ess Publication
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 23,98 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Libraries
ISBN : 9788170006985
Information Technology (IT) plays a vital role in today's global knowledge economy. It has proved to be a great boon for the modern society. The impact of IT is enormous and global in its magnitude, direction, pervasiveness, and usefulness. IT has become an integral part of all aspects of library management, profoundly affecting all library operations, information resources, services, staff skills requirement, and users' expectations. IT has virtually unlimited potential for a variety of useful applications in libraries, as it significantly contributes to improved quality, increased productivity, more efficient operations, better resource sharing, and more effective services to users. The success of a modern library is increasingly dependent on the most effective utilization and strategic management of innovative digital technologies in libraries. This book provides a brief overview of different components of IT. It covers the current trends in IT applications in libraries in India, as well as globally. The strategies for managing technological changes in libraries and the IT skills required for library professionals in managing libraries in digital environment are also discussed in detail.
Author : Tramullas, Jesus
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 47,51 MB
Release : 2012-07-31
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1466619139
The advent of computers in libraries made library automation a hot topic in the 1980s and 1990s, but this focus has dropped off over time, leaving much library automation research outdated. Library Automation and OPAC 2.0: Information Access and Services in the 2.0 Landscape brings library automation back to the forefront of cutting-edge research. In today's age of Web 2.0 and social networking, libraries are entering the new Library 2.0 era, and this reference will present current and future librarians with the necessary new library automation research they will need to keep their institutions up-to-date in today's constantly changing technological environment.
Author : Vijayan Sugumaran
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 815 pages
File Size : 26,85 MB
Release : 2020-07-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 3030514315
This book presents the proceedings of the 2020 International Conference on Intelligent Systems Applications in Multi-modal Information Analytics, held in Changzhou, China, on June 18–19, 2020. It provides comprehensive coverage of the latest advances and trends in information technology, science and engineering. It addresses a number of broad themes, including data mining, multi-modal informatics, agent-based and multi-agent systems for health and education informatics, which inspire the development of intelligent information technologies. The contributions cover a wide range of topics such as AI applications and innovations in health and education informatics; data and knowledge management; multi-modal application management; and web/social media mining for multi-modal informatics. Outlining promising future research directions, the book is a valuable resource for students, researchers and professionals, and a useful reference guide for newcomers to the field.
Author : David Raitt
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 26,95 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Libraries
ISBN : 1845443233
Annotation Nigeria seems to be behind in a lot of areas North American, European, Australasian and even S.E. Asian librarians will say been there, done that long ago but that does not negate the fact that articles about the experience of placing computers in libraries, automation of processes, use of CD-ROMs, introduction of the Internet and so on are just as valid from people doing it now, today for the first time, as they were from when many of us did it 20 or 30 years ago.
