1) The UWI Library aims to play a more active role in Jamaica's national information network by strengthening its own university library network.
2) Key roles for the UWI Library include providing resources and expertise to other libraries, engaging in digital preservation projects, increasing resource sharing, and disseminating research outputs.
3) Areas for improvement in the national network include increasing resources, encouraging participation and buy-in from all libraries, and developing consistent standards for activities like cataloging.
In the recent past, Resource sharing concept has become prime factor and playing vital role in
libraries because of innovative developments in Information, Communication and Technology
(ICT). ICT has made easy to establish networks among libraries and share their information
resources quickly and instantly. Resource sharing has become prime reason for establishing
cooperation between libraries without any geographical barriers. The various reasons for resource
sharing are might be cost benefits, non-availability of resources, insufficient library funds, lack of
skills etc. In this paper, the attempt has been made to understand the various aspects of resource
sharing in modern library technological environment.
Resource sharing in e-environment: A Study of P.M.N.M. Dental College and Hos...Vijaykumar2014
To introduce practical experiences of some important resource sharing activities in the PMNMDCH Library by focusing on digital activities and the HELINET Consortium of Rajiv Gandhi Health Sciences, University.
DELNET with passage of time and technological advancements not only widened its scope but has crossed the geographical boundaries. Presently, it is the major resource sharing library network in India connecting more than 5,900 libraries in 23 States and Union Territories in India and eight other countries.
The main objectives of DELNET is to promote resource sharing among the member-libraries by collecting, storing and disseminating information and by providing networked services to the researchers and scholars to supplement their research activity
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The PPT talks about the innovative library resources, services and products by the libraries and librarians during the pandemic from different parts of the India
In the recent past, Resource sharing concept has become prime factor and playing vital role in
libraries because of innovative developments in Information, Communication and Technology
(ICT). ICT has made easy to establish networks among libraries and share their information
resources quickly and instantly. Resource sharing has become prime reason for establishing
cooperation between libraries without any geographical barriers. The various reasons for resource
sharing are might be cost benefits, non-availability of resources, insufficient library funds, lack of
skills etc. In this paper, the attempt has been made to understand the various aspects of resource
sharing in modern library technological environment.
Resource sharing in e-environment: A Study of P.M.N.M. Dental College and Hos...Vijaykumar2014
To introduce practical experiences of some important resource sharing activities in the PMNMDCH Library by focusing on digital activities and the HELINET Consortium of Rajiv Gandhi Health Sciences, University.
DELNET with passage of time and technological advancements not only widened its scope but has crossed the geographical boundaries. Presently, it is the major resource sharing library network in India connecting more than 5,900 libraries in 23 States and Union Territories in India and eight other countries.
The main objectives of DELNET is to promote resource sharing among the member-libraries by collecting, storing and disseminating information and by providing networked services to the researchers and scholars to supplement their research activity
Libraries and library professionals in the new normalNabi Hasan
The PPT talks about the innovative library resources, services and products by the libraries and librarians during the pandemic from different parts of the India
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Digital Academic Content and the Future of Libraries: International Cooperati...UBC Library
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Against a background of low literacy among many Jamaican children and young adults, the Learn to Read Read to Learn @ Your Library was launched by the Jamaican Library Service and the Library and Information Association of Jamaica.
Library is the heart of any educational institutions. Nowadays there are two basic form of library, one is traditional library and another is digital library. Traditional library is the library to collection the information in print form like books, journals etc. and digital library is the library to collection information with associated services, where the information is stored in digital format like text, video, audio etc. and accessible over a network. According to Bala and Sagar(2014, 369p.) “Library as an institution has played an important role in the progress of civilization. In the modern age the library users need accurate, current and pinpointed information, and there expectation also high”. Due to lack of time no body have time to visit a library and search catalogue cards. Most of the users prefer the digital resources because these can be used anytime and by everyone over the Internet.
lecture presented by Elvira B. Lapuz at PAARL’s Seminar /Parallel Session-workshop on Library and Web 2011 (Holy Angel University, Angeles City, Pampanga, 19-20 August 2010)
Digital Academic Content and the Future of Libraries: International Cooperati...UBC Library
International Library Cooperation Symposium presentation May 14, 2010 in Tokyo, Japan.
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https://sla2015.sched.org/event/4c2b6850f6e913a72cb892b8d2e495e9#.VYDBU0bwPm4
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An Innovative Digital Library Project in Monteverde, Costa Rica.
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Library collaboration in India, consortia program between publisher and libraries. this paper deals with Indian library systems and why there is need of collaboration for them.
Last three decades have witnessed the information explosion. New ICT systems have increased the generation of more and more information and multiplied the knowledge bases. Every day more and more information is digitally born. The ordinary user is unable to cope with the Internet to select, choose, download, store and retrieve the right information they need from this information deluge. Yet the modern generation prefers digital format due to its advantages. For Librarian this is a great opportunity to concentrate on collection development of digital resources / e-resources and assist users by providing methods and techniques for better control of the digital resources. The principles of Library and Information Science couples with the modern day Information Technology facilitates several options for better management of Libraries, collection and services.
This paper covers the following:
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* Integrated Library Software (ILS) products
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Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
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students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
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A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
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Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
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1. Future Role of the UWI Library In
the National Information System
Presented by: Norma Amenu-Kpodo
UWI, Library
November 23, 2007
2. Introduction
Forecasting the future is a very
risky business to engage in, but I am
emboldened by the thought that
Libraries will continue to do what
they have done in the past,
collecting organizing, making
accessible and preserving
information for the benefit of society.
3. Introduction contd.
Advances in technology have put new
tools in our hands for doing what we do
with greater efficiency and effectiveness.
To the extent that we use the tools
sensibly, our various roles in the
network can only be enhanced,
providing of course, that commitment
levels remain high.
4. Background
The UWI is a regional institution with
campuses in Barbados, Trinidad and
Tobago and Jamaica. It how has an Open
Campus that serves the needs of 12 non-
campus territories and distance students,
many of which are in Jamaica. Despite its
regional base, specific provisions for the
UWI and its Library to participate in the
National Network have been made.
5. Library’s Mission Statement
To serve as the intellectual hub
of the University Mona Campus
and its wider community by
providing vital information in
support of Learning, Teaching,
Reflection and Research.
6. University’s Strategic Plan
2007 - 2012
Speaks to strengthening
national engagement processes
as the institution seeks to be more
visible in demonstrating its
relevance and impact in relation to
national needs and priorities
9. New Integrated System
• ALEPH 500 is a complete, integrated
system which streamlines the
management of library processes for
both staff and patrons.
• Modules include Web, Circulation,
Cataloging, Serials, Acquisitions, and
SDI
• Provides statistical analyses.
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10. Databases (in-house)
• CARDIN (Caribbean Disaster Information
Network)
• CAREN (Caribbean Environment Net
Work)
• Medcarib
• Mona Online Research Database
• West Indiana
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11. Databases (Commercial)
Biomed Central
• EbscoHostResearch Databases (including
EbscoHost Research Databases
(including Academic Search premier)
Academic Search premier)
Emerald Insight
•
First Search
First Search
•
JSTOR
HINARI
• Emerald Insight
STN International
• JSTOR
Proquest
• MathSciNet
Web of Science – Science Citation Index
• Medline
HINARI
Proquest
Web of Science – Science Citation Index
WestLaw 11
15. VISTAS
• Appropriate technology is used to aid
access to materials for the visually impaired
user.
• A Special Room for visually impaired users,
has been equipped with two computer
workstations loaded with JAWS and Kurzweil
software packages in the Main Library .
• The Caribbean Digital Audio Collection is
accessible from this room(CDAC).
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16. Information Literacy
Is the ability to locate, evaluate and
use information effectively from a
variety of sources to meet an
information need. The University
serves not only its students but has
outreach activities in schools and is
presently involved in a UNESCO
project at the Guys Hill High School
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17. Distance Students
A distance learner’s home page is accessible at:
http://mona.uwi.edu/library/distance_learne
rs.html
or
from a link on the Library’s homepage
available at: http://mona.uwi.edu/library/
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18. Preservation and Conservation
• Acquisition of software (Content DM) for
digitising and indexing some of its
valuable collections.
• Receipt of a grant from CHASE to
purchase electronic equipment that
facilitates automation of the lettering
process in the Library Bindery.
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19. Challenges for UWI
• Lack of adequate resources to :
-increase access to resources for a growing
student population.
-enrich collection resources with key
discipline- critical databases, e- journals, e-
books
-ensure continuity and sustainability of
relevant subscriptions
– develop and expand our digital programme
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20. Areas Needing Improvements In
the National Network
• Some networks have been more zealous in
forging ahead, than others but all are under-
resourced and need assistance to move
forward faster to the next level.
• There is need to work at what is often referred
to as the ‘buy in’ where every librarian
believes that contributing to the National
Information System is a good thing, that it will
empower their nation, their institution, their
clientele and themselves
21. Areas Needing Improvement in
Challenges for UWI
the National Network contd.
contd.
• On going dissemination and implementation
of high professional standards areas like
cataloguing, indexing, serial management is
needed to provide a consistent framework for
maintaining quality throughout the network .
• Delivery of quality outputs will help to improve
access and promote a positive image of the
network, where people will tend to gravitate
towards network services.
22. Future Role of UWI Network 1
• The first priority will be to strengthen the
University Libraries network to better
position it for participation in a national
information network .
• The UWI will play a more active role in
ACNIS informing of changes that have
taken place in the UWI Library system and
sensitizing the Advisory body to those
from which the network could benefit
23. UWIUWI Network
Future Role of role contd contd. 2
• Provide short attachments in the UWI
Library system, to fill a particular
need as recommended by ACNIS
• Partner with network members in digital
projects that involve the preservation of
valuable Jamaican cultural records in
any medium.
24. Role of UWI Library contd
Future Role of UWI Network contd. 3
• Foster Electronic resource sharing or
access through consortium agreements
• Increase Interlibrary lending and
document delivery activities
• Make widely available the Research
output of UWI through MORD
25. UWI LIBRARIES Role contd
Future Role of UWI Network contd. 4
• Share professional expertise in areas
where the University Libraries have
strength e.g. Cataloguing, Information
Literacy, Serials Management, West
Indiana
• Collaborate with the National Library
and other networks in the development
of unique Jamaican collections
.
26. Other areas of cooperation are being explored and as
these come on stream, it is envisaged that the role of
the University libraries in the network will be
strengthened and expanded
Thank You !
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