SOFTWARE IN SCHOOL LIBRARIES VERNEKAR ZIET MYSORE
Aims & Objectives Support teaching learning activity Introduce self-learning Introduce the students the world of information sources Promote the use of library resources & services
Challenges Increased user demand Change in user interest Change in document format Use of Information Technology Automation of Libraries Development of Digital Libraries Development of Library Websites
Change in User interest Awareness about modern sources of information Direction to use latest information Easy to get information Availability of information
Inceased User Demand Change in method of teaching Participation in quiz programmes, talent tests etc Participation in entrance examinations Influence of teachers & parents
Need for Computer? For doing clerical work For developing OPAC For developing Database For doing House-keeping operations For providing Information service For developing Digital Library For developing Library Website
Application of software For doing clerical work : MS Office For developing OPAC: CDS/ ISIS For Developing Database: MS access, CDS/ISIS, Foxpro, Visual Foxpro etc. For doing House-keeping operations: SOUL, Libsys, Libsuit, Libsoft, Bookmagic etc. For providing Information Service: same as above For developing digital Library: Greenstone, dspace, etc.
Guidelines for Selection Study the software dealer Study the software Organize demonstration Clear out all your doubts
Compare Merits& Demerits Select & acqire the software Undergo intensive training in software Use the software Evaluate the performance of the software Ensure after-sale service