Purpose -This paper aims to explore the usage of academic social networking sites (ASNSs) among the research scholars in Central Universities of Delhi, India.Design/methodology/approach -A structured questionnaire was designed and personally distributed among 200 research scholars in Central Universities in Delhi in May 2016. Of this, 180 filled-in questionnaires were personally collected by the investigator, eliciting a response rate of 90 per cent.Findings -Findings of the study reveals that research scholars have knowledge of ASNSs. ResearchGate and Academia are the most used ASNSs among research scholars. ResearchGate is used the most for connecting to other research scholars, and Academia is used for sharing and following research. Additionally, ASNSs help research scholars in research and learning and to share research ideas and experience. Finally, research scholars find ASNSs time-consuming and have cited data security as main concern for using academic social networks.Research limitations/implications -The findings of the study show that potential uses of ASNSs in Indian libraries are slow compared to the libraries of developed countries and some of the developing countries. It is suggested that universities under study may realize the benefits of ASNSs and incorporate these tools in their websites to enhance faster transfer and retrieval of information.Practical implications -The results also stress upon the responsibility of research supervisors to accord knowledge of ASNSs among research scholars and encourage them to join and use ASNSs efficiently and effectively for building professional connections and collaborations in their research area.Social implications -The study is significant because it represents one of the earliest works to shed the light on the current level of use of SNSs and ASNSs by research scholars in Central Universities in Delhi, which are in primitive nature. They provide space for self-expression, research updates, expert advice, connecting with fellow scholars, creating and joining events and discussions, presenting their views on a particular topic, finding collaboration on projects, finding jobs and much more.Originality/value -ASNSs have further promoted the open source movement. The paper apprises the academic stakeholders about the unique features, adoption, acceptability and usage of ASNSs for research work, exchange of information and collaborations, so that more productive and quality research is produced. The findings will also guide research scholars to find popular ASNSs, so that they can build more academic connections.
Thedigitalagehascreptoverthepresentgeneration.Digitaltoolsandwarehousesare moreandmorebeingusedbytheorganizationstomanagethecollections.Today's librarianfacestheproblemofmanagingandsharingtheinformationanddeliveringit totherightpersonbeforeitisoutdated.Inthisregard,socialmediasiteshaveemerged asanimportantcommunicationtoolforthelibrarianstoreachtheirusersandpromote theirproductsandservices.Thepresentchapterexploresvarioussocialmediatools andtheirapplicationandusageinthelibraries.
Cultural heritage is being recognized throughout the world as an important aspect for exploring and understanding the socio-economic background of any nation. Many steps have been undertaken throughout the world at different levels for carrying research in this area. Preservation of cultural heritage is deemed of utmost importance for tracing the evolution of different civilizations and preserving the same for linking the present with rich past. Arts and Crafts are one such important category of cultural heritage items and provide valuable information about the life style of any nation. This study is an attempt towards identification and preservation of famous woodcraft art of Kashmir (India). With influence of modern art and rapid socio-economic changes, woodcraft art is gradually declining throughout the valley. Thus, the knowledge about such crafts needs to be documented and provide access to in a more organised manner in order to preserve cultural richness for future generations. The Survey method is used for identification of different woodcraft items of historical importance. Digital images, description and relevant historical information pertaining to each artifact was collected and included in the collection. Various primary and secondary information sources were consulted to complete the information gaps including books, internet resources, people associated with such traditions crafts.
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