Knowledge Organisation (Classification Theory)

Library classification is a systematic process of organizing library materials based on their subjects to facilitate easy retrieval and access. It involves assigning classification numbers to books and other resources according to a predefined scheme, such as the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), or Colon Classification (CC). These schemes group materials into broad subject categories, which are further subdivided into more specific topics. Classification helps libraries maintain an organized collection, ensuring users can quickly locate and access the information they need.

So, after going through this course the students will able to know and understand the role of library classification in organising information.


Introduction to Library Science

Innovative Learning Approaches Empowering Life-long Learning

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The integration of innovative Learning approaches opens new possibilities for lifelong learning and knowledge dissemination. Embracing emerging technologies, collaboration, and active learning methods will pave the way for a vibrant future in continuous process of life-long learning.

This course will enlight the readers to know about various learning approaches, which will make them a potential learner through out their life.

Management of Library and Information Centres

Motivation plays a crucial role in enhancing library activities. By providing user education, outreach programs, seminars, workshops, book exhibitions, and book fairs, libraries can motivate users to engage with library resources and services, leading to a more informed, educated, and literate community. Ultimately, motivated users are more likely to become active participants in the library's programs and services.

So, This presentation will led you to know about the Role of Motivation in Libraries as well as information centres for the management purpose


Information and Communication Technology in Libraries

After completion of this lesson, you will be acquainted with basic concepts, characteristics of ICT and its applications, advantages and disadvantages, and components of ICT. You would will learn about evolution of computers from generation one to generation five based on their size, components and processing capacity. You were also introduced to the computer system and its functional units including input unit, output unit, CPU and memory units, motherboard, ports, etc. 

ICT Applications in Libraries (Advanced)

The course is targeted for students of library science course. Learner will be able to know about fundamentals of computer, Library house keeping operation using computer, automation of library using open source Integrated Library Management software, internet basics, and providing regular library services utilizing the Internet and web 2.0 tools to the users. Also the learners will be able to get knowledge on web tools and web based library services.


Metric Studies

The content of this course include; Scientometrics, Bibliometrics and Altmetrics, Webometric.