Introduction to Research in Library and Information Science

Library science is an interdisciplinary field that applies the practices, perspectives, tools of management, information technology, and education to libraries. Objectives:* To develop in the student's potential for critical thinking particularly concerning goals of Libraries and Information Centers.* To train students for a professional career in Library and Information Services.* To train students in handling information resources (Print and non-print).* To facilitate access and provision of information sources.* To train students in using Information Technology tools and techniques in information access, service, management and archival activities.* To further the state of the art in Library and Information Science through extension, research and publication activities.This book will help researchers and scholars in the field of Library and Information Science.