Use of Web Based Information Resources by the Faculty Members of Engineering Colleges in Mysuru Region: A Study
Authors : Shivakumara M. & Mallinath Kumbar
Abstract – The present study examines the purpose of use web resources, use of various types of web based information resources, frequently and benefits of use of web information resources, use of search engines for accessing e-resources, preferred method to read electronic resources, search option preferred for accessing web based information resources, extent of use of field based search methods, extent of use of advanced search facilities and factors influencing the use of search engines among the faculty members of Engineering Colleges in Mysore Region. The study indicates that the most of the faculty members of engineering colleges are aware of various types of e-resources and search strategies for searching the relevant information from the web. The article concludes with appropriate suggestions to improve use of web based information resources by the faculty members.
Keywords - E-Resources, Web Environment, ISB, Retrieval Techniques, Search Strategies, Information Seeking and Searching Behaviour.
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.7.2.2021.1404
Cite This Article As: Shivakumara M. & Kumbar M. (2021). Use of Web Based Information Resources by the Faculty Members of Engineering Colleges in Mysuru Region: A Study. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS),7(2) 89-100. www.ijrls.in
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Publication Date : 22 May 2021