Academic Libraries in Digital Environment.pdf

This PPT was mad for a Guest Lecture at Ranaghat College in an one day seminar

1. Academic Libraries in
Digital Environment
Dr. Sudipta Biswas
Librarian
Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College,
Rahara, Kolkata-700118

2. AGENDA
•History of Libraries
•Introduction to Academic Library Services
•Implementation of Digital Environment in
Academic Libraries
•Use of New Media

3. ~ https://blog.pressreader.com/libraries-institutions/21st-century-library-evolution-timeline

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~ https://blog.pressreader.com/libraries-institutions/21st-century-library-evolution-timeline

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~ https://blog.pressreader.com/libraries-institutions/21st-century-library-evolution-timeline

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~ https://blog.pressreader.com/libraries-institutions/21st-century-library-evolution-timeline

7. What is an Academic
Library?
•An academic library is a specialized
library that serves the information and
research needs of an educational
institution, typically a college or
university.
• Academic libraries play a crucial role in
supporting the teaching, learning, and
research activities of students, faculty,
researchers, and other members of the
academic community.

8. Key Services of an
Academic Library
•Collections
•Research Support
•Study Spaces
•Technology and Access
•Reference Services
•Instruction and Workshops
•Archives and Special Collections
•Open Access Initiatives
•Interlibrary Loan Services
•Community Hub
•Continuing Education

9. Role Of Academic Libraries In
Digital Environment
~ ://limbd.org/role-of-library-information-professionals-in-digital-era/

10. 1. E-resource Access:
•Academic libraries provide
seamless access to a vast
array of digital resources,
including e-books, e-journals,
databases, and multimedia
materials, accessible from
anywhere with an internet
connection.

11. 2. Remote Access:
•Users can access library
resources remotely
through secure
authentication methods,
ensuring that off-campus
students and researchers
can still utilize library
materials.

12. 3. Online Research
Guides:
•Libraries create
interactive online
research guides and
tutorials that guide users
through the research
process, database
searching, citation
practices, and more.
~ https://www.elearners.com/education-resources/online-learning/how-to-conduct-research-online/

13. 4. Virtual Reference
Services:
•Librarians offer real-time
assistance through online chat,
email, or video conferencing,
allowing users to get help with
research questions and
information needs remotely.
~ https://www.lisedunetwork.com/virtual-reference-service/

14. 5. Webinars and Workshops:
•Libraries offer webinars and
virtual workshops on various
topics, providing users with
opportunities to enhance
their research skills, learn
about new resources, and
stay updated on best
practices.

15. 6. Digital Archives and
Special Collections:
•Libraries digitize rare and
unique materials, making
them available online for
research and exploration.
Users can access historical
documents, manuscripts, and
artifacts from their devices.

16. 7. Open Access
Initiatives:
•Academic libraries promote
open access by providing
access to open educational
resources (OER), institutional
repositories, and supporting
faculty in publishing open
access research.

17. 8. Electronic Document Delivery:
•Users can request and receive
articles, book chapters, and
other documents
electronically, eliminating the
need for physical visits to the
library.

18. 9. Citation Management Tools:
•Libraries offer guidance
on using citation
management software
and provide assistance
with organizing and
formatting citations for
research papers.

19. 10. Collaborative Online Spaces:
•Libraries create virtual
collaborative spaces where
users can engage in group
discussions, share
resources, and work
together on projects.
~ https://kissflow.com/digital-workplace/collaboration/need-for-online-collaboration/

20. 11. Online Catalogs:
•Users can search and access the
library's catalog online, check the
availability of materials, and place
holds or requests for items.

21. 12. Data Management
Support:
•Libraries assist researchers
with managing and sharing
research data, ensuring
compliance with data
management requirements.
~ https://www.slu.se/en/subweb/library/publish-and-analyse/archiving-and-publishing-research-data/introduction-to-data-management/

22. 13. Digital Literacy
Programs:
•Libraries offer digital
literacy programs to help
users navigate the digital
landscape, evaluate online
information, and use
technology effectively for
research and learning.
~ https://www.soar-us.org/digital-literacy-and-coding-program/

23. 14. Open Educational Resources (OER)
•Open Educational Resources
(OER) are freely accessible and
openly licensed educational
materials that can be used for
teaching, learning, research, and
other educational purposes.
•The defining characteristic of
OER is that they are licensed in a
way that allows users to freely
use, share, modify, and often
even adapt the content to suit
their specific needs.

24. 15. 24/7 Availability:
•Digital library resources are
available 24/7, enabling
users to conduct research,
access materials, and seek
assistance at any time that
suits their schedule.

25. How New Media Helps in ICT Use
in Academic Libraries?
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➢New media refers to forms of digital communication
and technology that have emerged in the latter part
of the 20th century and beyond.
➢ It encompasses a wide range of digital technologies
and platforms that enable the creation, distribution,
and interaction with content in innovative ways.
➢New media is characterized by its interactive nature,
user-generated content, and the ability to reach
large audiences quickly.
➢Some examples of new media include social media
platforms, blogs, podcasts, online videos, interactive
websites, and mobile apps.

26. Examples of new media platforms
and technologies
✓Social media platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn
✓Video-sharing platforms: YouTube, Vimeo
✓Blogging platforms: WordPress, Blogger
✓Podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts, Spotify
✓Online forums and discussion boards
✓Mobile apps and games
✓Interactive websites and web applications
✓Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences

27. Social Media Engagement
Libraries utilize social media
platforms like Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram, and LinkedIn to engage
with their users and promote library
services, events, and resources.
Social media enables libraries to
reach a broader audience and
foster a sense of community
among users.
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28. Digital Marketing and Outreach
New media allows libraries to
implement targeted digital marketing
strategies. They can use email
campaigns, online advertisements,
and social media posts to promote
specific resources or services tailored
to different user groups.
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29. Virtual Events and Workshops
New media facilitates the
hosting of virtual events,
webinars, and workshops.
Libraries can conduct online
author talks, book clubs,
information literacy
sessions, and other
educational programs that
can reach a broader
audience, including distant
learners and researchers.
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30. Multimedia Content Sharing
Libraries can use new
media platforms to share
multimedia content,
such as educational
videos, podcast
episodes, and
interactive tutorials. This
enhances the
accessibility of
information and caters
to various learning
preferences.
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31. Blogs and Online
Publications
Libraries can create and
maintain blogs or online
publications to showcase
valuable research, highlight
library collections, share news
and updates, and provide
insights into relevant academic
topics.
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32. Collaborative
Platforms
New media tools, such as
cloud-based collaboration
platforms and project
management software,
facilitate teamwork among
library staff members. This
leads to improved efficiency
and coordinated efforts in
managing library resources.
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33. User-Generated
Content
Libraries can encourage
users to contribute content,
such as book reviews,
recommendations, and
user-generated lists,
creating a sense of user
ownership and community
participation.
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34. Interactive Online
Catalogs
Some libraries
incorporate interactive
elements into their online
catalogs, such as book
covers, book previews,
and user reviews, to
make the search
experience more
engaging and user-
friendly.
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35. Virtual Reality (VR)
and Augmented
Reality (AR)
Advanced new media
technologies like VR and
AR can be used in library
spaces to create
interactive and immersive
experiences, such as
virtual tours, historical
reconstructions, and 3D
visualizations of artifacts.
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36. Personalized
Recommendations
Libraries can use new
media to implement
personalized
recommendation systems,
suggesting relevant
resources to users based on
their interests and past
borrowing history.
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37. Instant Messaging
and Chatbots
New media tools like
chatbots and instant
messaging services can be
employed to provide real-
time assistance to library
users, answering their
queries and guiding them to
appropriate resources.
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38. Thank You
Dr. Sudipta Biswas
[email protected]