14 Web 2.0: A Boon for Building the Library 2.0 Dr. P. Sundaresan* ABSTRACT
The advent of the Internet especially the World Wide Web has changed the entire
world. All categories of people have benefited by the services of the Internet and
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User-Friendly Semantic Search in Digital Libraries
This book introduces a new approach to designing E-Librarian Services. With the help of this system, users will be able to retrieve multimedia resources from digital libraries more efficiently than they would by browsing through an index or by using a simple keyword search. E-Librarian Services combine recent advances in multimedia information retrieval with aspects of human-machine interfaces, such as the ability to ask questions in natural language; they simulate a human librarian by finding and delivering the most relevant documents that offer users potential answers to their queries. The premise is that more pertinent results can be retrieved if the search engine understands the meaning of the query; the returned results are therefore logical consequences of an inference rather than of keyword matches. Moreover, E-Librarian Services always provide users with a solution, even in situations where they are unable to offer a comprehensive answer.
The key to understanding the breathtaking development of mankind lies in the
ability to objectify knowledge. Just like human knowledge has undergone
changes, so have the libraries in their role as treasure chambers of said
knowledge.
Written from the perspective of a librarian, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the impact of e-books on academic libraries. The author discusses advantages to both researchers and librarians and provides current examples of innovative uses of e-books in academic contexts. This book reviews the current situation in e-book publishing, and describes problems in managing e-books in libraries caused by the variety of purchase models and varying formats available, and the lack of standardisation. It discusses solutions for providing access and maintaining bibliographic control, looks at various initiatives to publicise and promote e-books, and compares e-book usage surveys to track changes in user preferences and behaviour over the last decade. E-books have already had a huge impact on academic libraries, and major advances in technology will bring further changes. There is a need for collaboration between libraries and publishers. The book concludes with reflections on the future of e-books in academic libraries. Describes how e-books have changed library services and how they have enabled academic libraries to align with the e-learning initiatives of their universities Discusses problems with e-book collection development and management and lists examples of solutions Examines trends in user behaviour and acceptance of e-books
It was in 2004 when I was doing research on the use of e-books at the University
of Auckland Library. My son was already a few months into his first year at the
university, and out of curiosity I asked him and his freshmen friends what they
knew ...
Papers presented at the IFLA Satellite Meeting, Section Management & Marketing; Management & Marketing Section, Geneva, Switzerland, July 28-30, 2003
The contributions to the conference held in Geneva in 2003, focus on the very latest approaches to 'e-Learning'. The power and enormous diversity of this medium, becomes apparent as experts from all over the world compare notes and raise a whole new range of issues. The reader can examine the presentations of the various practitioners, or go straight to the discussions at the end, for insights into what the future holds for teachers and students alike.
... Informatics Department of Library and Information Studies University at Buffalo
Buffalo, New York Abstract With nearly ten years of actual Internet graduate
course teaching experience, initially motivated by lack of information regarding
such ...
Examines the issues of reference context and discoverability in school, public, and academic libraries, as well as within the reference publishing community.
Library. Resources. and. Services. Chad Mairn St. Petersburg College, USA
ABSTRACT Although the reasons vary, it is apparent that the majority of library
users prefer electronic reference content primarily because information provided
in ...
There are two types of libraries in Denmark: public libraries and research libraries. The purpose of public libraries is to promote information, education, and
cultural activity by placing books and other media at the disposal of the public.
A new third edition of this essential research E-book for Australian and New Zealand nursing and midwifery students. This third edition of Navigating the Maze of Research: Enhancing Nursing and Midwifery Practice is the ideal tool for nursing and midwifery students in Australia and New Zealand. Learning to access, evaluate and apply research findings in everyday clinical practice can be difficult. This excellent introductory E-book presents concepts in an accessible and engaging manner; demonstrating how to use research and, importantly, which research to use. Authors Sally Borbasi and Debra Jackson have also introduced a wealth of new content while continuing to provide the E-book’s inimitable balance of theory and activities. All chapters have been significantly revised and updated to reflect current nursing and midwifery research theory and practice, and midwifery students will welcome the increased focus on midwifery specific research. Additional new content in this E-edition of Navigating the Maze of Research includes an increased focus on developing an evidence-based culture in the nursing workplace; a new chapter on applying the research process; a more explicit discussion of nursing ethics; case studies linking practice to research; and increased detail on sampling techniques and reliability and validity. Additional online resources are available for lecturers and students via Elsevier’s Evolve platform. Content is presented in an accessible and engaging manner. Consistent format that makes the text easy to navigate Chapter features include: - Abstract - Key terms - Hints - Student Challenges - Tips for International Students - Other boxed information - Evolve icons indicated throughout the text Resources kit References Evolve eBook and online resources including Power point slides, test banks, activities and weblinks An increased focus on evidence-based practice throughout An increased focus on research specific to Midwives A more explicit discussion of ethical principles A new chapter on Applying the Research Process More detail on sampling techniques, reliability and validity Case studies linking research to practice
Fortunately, libraries don't keep their books organised like we do at home. Can
you imagine going into a library and the librarian saying, 'You want a copy of
Contexts of Nursing? Let's see, I seem to remember that it has a white and purple
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From the definitions given above, a digital library should have the following
characteristics among many others: • Electronic digital formats which may include
converted materials from printed works; original electronic publications;
resources in ...
Part of DK and Google's exciting family reference partnership, e.guides look at core topics from many angles, using facts, data boxes, charts, and more, bringing together the best of the Web with DK's outstanding reference books. The book that is online-with a dedicated web site and all the latest links
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