Journal of Library and Information Science (JLIS)

Volume 29, Numbers 1 & 2 (Combined Issue, 2004) — With Article Abstracts

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Author(s) / Contributor(s)	Article / Document Title & Abstract	Citation / Volume & Issue	Pages
Volume 29, Number 1 & 2 (Combined Issue, 2004)
KARISIDDAPPA (CR) & KAVITHA (HC)	New Face-lift for Public Libraries through Information Literacy Abstract: Information is a vital resource for lifelong learning. It enables people to perform all sorts of activities perfectly and efficiently. It is also considered as an important resource for the social, economic and overall development of a nation. Today's information environment is posing several challenges and demands people to validate, evaluate and interpret information so as to check the validity before it is applied for various purposes. This paper describes in brief the role of information literacy endeavors in public libraries. It also discusses the need for information literacy training for both public librarians and their users. A few examples where information literacy efforts are already being made are mentioned.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	1–13
NATARAJAN (M)	Digital Preservation of Cultural Heritage Information and its Implications Abstract: Deals with the definitions of digital preservation and the requirements for preservation. The need for preserving digital objects and their characteristics are discussed alongside preservation requirements and storage considerations. The author explains managerial issues, challenges, and preservation strategies. Managerial aspects and planning requirements are presented along with advantages of digital access and problems faced during preservation. Technical issues like intellectual property rights, societal and legal issues, access policies, quality control, financial management, and human resources are discussed in detail. Limitations and standards are outlined.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	14–25
MOUNISSAMY (P), KALLIAMMAL (A) & THIRUNAVUKKARASU (A)	Access to E-journals through Consortium in the Institutions of Higher Education in India Abstract: The Indian Higher Education System is one of the largest in the world, facing challenges due to globalization, increased academic population, and knowledge explosion on one side, and reduced budgets, staff cutbacks, inflation, and escalating costs of scholarly publications on the other. These cause pruning of scholarly subscriptions, creating a barrier to information flow. Library consortia offer an effective solution. Initiatives such as INDEST, UGC-Infonet, CSIR Consortia, FORSA, IIM Library Consortia, and IUC-DAEF consortia-based subscriptions are briefly reviewed with recommendations.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	26–36
IKORO (Francisca M)	Information System in Traditional IGBO Community: Past and Present Abstract: The paper considers traditional Igbo information vehicles, their roles, qualities, materials, and communicative functions; instruments for traditional broadcasting; information dissemination and communal affairs in the Igbo community; and contemporary information sources and services. Relevant suggestions are offered for the further development of the existing information systems.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	37–43
KUMAR (Suresh) & GUPTA (BM)	Application of Statistical Distributions in Collaboration Data Profile of Research Specialties: Case Studies in Quantitative Ecology and Multivariate Analysis Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to explore, analyse, and test the validity and applicability of selected probability distributions to the authorship distribution over time in the literature of quantitative ecology and multivariate analysis. It was observed that Geometric and Truncated Poisson distributions adequately described the distribution of author counts per publication, validating their use in modeling collaboration trajectories across research specialties.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	44–54
PARMAR (DS), KUMAR (Sanghamitra A) & PRAKASH (Thushara)	Information Seeking Behavior Related Literature: A LISA Plus Based Bibliometric Analysis Abstract: The paper examines literature on information seeking behaviour indexed in LISA Plus. Search outputs are analyzed to determine publication growth rates, co-authorship patterns, most prolific authors, primary languages of publication, preferred document formats and core journals, and topical distributions mapped via controlled subject descriptors.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	55–64
JOHRY (Nutan)	Asia-Pacific Population Journal: An Analysis Abstract: Population dynamics have profound significance for the socio-economic and political development of nations. Population studies aim to improve the quality of human life. This study bibliometrically analyses the periodical entitled Asia-Pacific Population Journal to identify principal research areas, thematic orientations, and developmental trends in demography and population studies across the Asia-Pacific region.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	65–72
SINGH (Sewa) & TUDANI (Niharika)	Redesigning Users Services in University Libraries of Gujarat State: A Study Abstract: Based on a survey of ten university libraries in Gujarat State, this study reveals that a majority do not provide essential abstracting and indexing services, CAS/SDI alerts, or CD-ROM database searching. The paper highlights critical operational factors required for restructuring user services and emphasizes the role of professional staff in laying solid foundations for modernized services.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	73–80
KUMAR (Rajeev) & KAUR (Amritpal)	Use of Internet by Teachers and Students in Shaheed Bhagat Singh College of Engineering & Technology: A Case Study Abstract: Examines Internet use among faculty and students at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College of Engineering & Technology (SBSCET). A structured questionnaire administered to 30 teachers and 30 students evaluated usage frequency, skill acquisition methods, access locations, browsing techniques, perceived pros and cons, infrastructural hurdles, and satisfaction levels. Actionable recommendations are offered to optimize campus digital access.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	81–94
SINGH (SP)	Styles of Bibliographical Citations Abstract: Deals with three major bibliographic citation styles (Chicago, Harvard, and MLA). Targeted particularly at students and scholars creating MLISc, MPhil, PhD, and DLitt dissertations and research articles, the paper explains plagiarism prevention, the scholarly necessity of referencing, and citation uniformity across physical and digital formats with concrete worked examples.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	95–99
Editorial Board	Instructions for Authors Scope: Official editorial directives, manuscript submission guidelines, refereeing policies, layout standards, and bibliographical conventions for prospective contributors to the Journal of Library and Information Science.	Vol. 29, No. 1–2 (2004)	95–99

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