The document discusses a study on the impact of increased library facilities on students' purchase of books. It describes the objectives, type of research, data collection process, sample and tools used in the study. A survey was conducted among 100 students in Varanasi, India to understand their library usage patterns and the impact of facilities. Key findings indicate that most students visit the library for reading newspapers and magazines and prefer business and general studies books. They feel increased facilities like more books being issued have helped their studies and support further computerization of libraries.
Research on Open Educational Resources & Open Textbooks from BC, CanadaChristina Hendricks
Slides from three research studies about open textbooks & other open educational resources focusing on students in postsecondary institutions in British Columbia, Canada.
Hay, L. (2010). Building vision & capacity for school libraries. [Keynote Address] ‘Envisioning a preferred future for your school library’ Seminar, Pre-Conference Session, Catholic Education Services, Cairns, 12 March.
Undergraduate Use and Expectations of CU Boulder LibrariesMatthew Hamilton
This was a project for my LI811 class, we conducted an intensive community assessment of the undergraduate population at the University of Colorado at Boulder. We used focus groups, surveys, existing data, and observational study to gather a comprehensive picture of undergraduate library usage and needs.
We used TechSmithMoraeto conduct usability testing of the new WVU Libraries website. The first round of usability testing was internal (undergraduate student employees), from which we compiled and implemented suggested changes based on test results. This is the results of the second round of usability testing, with randomly selected undergraduate students, and focusing on testing the changes that were implemented.
In early 2014, Michigan State University Libraries’ User Experience Work Group set out to determine why patrons value the Main Library facilities. Seating sweeps and surveys were conducted to gather quantitative and qualitative data, which was combined with existing data such as gate counts, chat transcripts, and computer logins, to learn about patrons’ interaction with library spaces. Join three members of the UXWG to discuss design, implementation, and analysis of a space study in a library that supports social, academic, and community activities. Attendees will be encouraged to share and reflect upon the “space value” of their library facilities.
Research on Open Educational Resources & Open Textbooks from BC, CanadaChristina Hendricks
Slides from three research studies about open textbooks & other open educational resources focusing on students in postsecondary institutions in British Columbia, Canada.
Hay, L. (2010). Building vision & capacity for school libraries. [Keynote Address] ‘Envisioning a preferred future for your school library’ Seminar, Pre-Conference Session, Catholic Education Services, Cairns, 12 March.
Undergraduate Use and Expectations of CU Boulder LibrariesMatthew Hamilton
This was a project for my LI811 class, we conducted an intensive community assessment of the undergraduate population at the University of Colorado at Boulder. We used focus groups, surveys, existing data, and observational study to gather a comprehensive picture of undergraduate library usage and needs.
We used TechSmithMoraeto conduct usability testing of the new WVU Libraries website. The first round of usability testing was internal (undergraduate student employees), from which we compiled and implemented suggested changes based on test results. This is the results of the second round of usability testing, with randomly selected undergraduate students, and focusing on testing the changes that were implemented.
In early 2014, Michigan State University Libraries’ User Experience Work Group set out to determine why patrons value the Main Library facilities. Seating sweeps and surveys were conducted to gather quantitative and qualitative data, which was combined with existing data such as gate counts, chat transcripts, and computer logins, to learn about patrons’ interaction with library spaces. Join three members of the UXWG to discuss design, implementation, and analysis of a space study in a library that supports social, academic, and community activities. Attendees will be encouraged to share and reflect upon the “space value” of their library facilities.
5. 1.Do you use library ? Response Number of respondents Yes 100 No 0 Total 100
6. 2.How frequently you use the library? Response Number of respondent Once in a month 12 Fortnightly 7 Once a week 46 Daily 35 Total 100
7. 3 Which library do you prefer to use? Response Number of respondent college library 93 any local library 7 Total 100
8. 4. I borrow a book from the library Response Number of respondent Weekly 58 Monthly 24 Termly 13 Yearly 3 Never 2 Total 100
9. 5.For what purpose do you go to library? Response Number of respondent Reading newspaper, magazines, etc 49 Literature survey 6 Issue and returning of books 43 For time pass 2 Total 100
10. 6. Which type of literature do you prefer to read when you vist to library? Response Number of respondent Agriculture/environment studies 2 Business 24 Education 6 Genetal Studies 14 Humanities 1 Military / Naval Sciences 1 Science/ Math 4 Architecture 3 Communications/journalism 11 Engineering/ Computer Science 8 Health Sciences 9 Law 1 Perfoming & Fine Arts 2 Social Sciences / Psychology 3 Others 11 Total 100
11. 7.What are the main changes you observed in your library in recent years (regarding facilities) Response Number of respondent computerization of library 37 photocopy facilities 29 Internet facilities 22 Library in night time 9 Other 3 Total 100
12. 8. what is the maximum number of books to be issued by the college library? Response Number of respondent 1 0 2-3 26 4-5 72 more than 5 2 Total 100
13. 9. Do you feel that this number should increase. Response Number of respondent Yes 86 No 14 Total 100
14. 10. Which of the following facilities are available in your college library? Response Number of respondent Issue of books 36 Photocopy facilities 28 computer facilities 26 Library at night time 3 Reading facilities 1) only library books 3 2) any books 4 Total 100
15. 11. Which of the following features are available in your library Response Number of respondent library is fully air conditioned 6 good seating arrangement 26 good lightning 18 books are properly arranged 11 photocopy machine work properly 17 Good collection of books 14 Peaceful environment 3 journals are issued 2 Most of the books are in good condition 2 Library remains open in night hours also 1 Total 100
16. 12. Have increase facilities in your library, helped you in your studies? Response Number of respondent Yes 89 No 11 Total 100
17. 13 How do you manage for course book? Response Number of respondent Get it issued by from college library 38 Read class notes 28 Borrow from friends 13 Get photocopy important topics 21 Total 100
18. 14. Poor students are benefited in studies due to library facilities Response Number of respondent highly satisfied 78 somewhat satisfied 14 neither satisfied nor dissatisfied 2 somewhat dissatisfied 4 Highly dissatisfied 2 Total 100
19. 15. Computerization of library is must in current scenario Response Number of respondent highly satisfied 41 somewhat satisfied 36 neither satisfied nor dissatisfied 14 somewhat dissatisfied 6 Highly dissatisfied 3 Total 100