Academic Advisor - Prof. (Dr.) Rama

D.litt, PhD , Principal, Hansraj College, University of Delhi

Introduction

Welcome to the Online Course on Library and Information Science, a comprehensive programme designed to introduce learners to the foundations, functions, and future of libraries and information services. This course offers an indepth understanding of various types of libraries, both traditional and modern, including automated, digital, and virtual libraries. It explores the Five Laws of Library Science, various information sources, and essential reference tools. Learners will gain practical insights into library organisation, material processing, and user-centric services. The course also covers traditional and modern library services, library system management, staff roles, and user engagement. It provides valuable guidance for those aspiring to build a career in librarianship and introduces the fundamentals of information retrieval systems, tools, and search techniques. Whether you are a student, professional, or library enthusiast, this course is structured to enhance your knowledge and skills in managing, accessing, and delivering information effectively in today’s digital age.

What You Get in This Course?

1. Module-Wise Study Material: A structured approach to learning, with In-depth Study Materials provided for each module to understand the topic better in an easy format.
2. Video Tutorials: Module-wise video tutorials that explain each topic briefly through textual, pictorial and graphical with audio explanation representations to enhance your learning experience.
3. Important Questions with Answers: This section includes essential questions with their answers for each module to solidify the student’s knowledge.
4. Practice Interview Questions: After studying each module, check yourself with practice questions that will prepare you for job interviews & real-world scenarios.
5. Final Exam Quiz: A comprehensive quiz at the end of the course to test the student’s overall Study and Knowledge of the course
6. Course Completion Certificate: A Course Study Completion Certificate is awarded upon achieving at least 40% marks in the Final Exam Quiz.

What will you learn

• Library and Information Centres
• Types of Libraries and Information Centres
• Modern Library – Automated, Digital and Virtual
• Five Laws of Library Science
• Overview of Information Sources
• Types of Information Sources
• Reference Sources
• Electronic Resources – Training Presentation
• Organization of Library Material – Concept, Need and Purpose
• Processing of Library Material – Classification and Cataloguing
• Arrangement and Maintenance of Library Material
• Library and Information Services for the Users
• Traditional Library Services – Responsive and Anticipatory
• Modern Library Services
• Library System and Management
• Library Staff
• Library Users – Training Presentation
• Librarianship as a Career
• Information Retrieval System – Concept and Scope
• Information Retrieval Tools – Catalogues, Indexes, and Subject Heading
• Search Techniques – Basic and Advanced