Introduction: Libraries are currently facing fierce competition from commercial information services providers, who leverage library resources and repackage them for customized use by clients. Additionally, the…

Introduction: Library consortia play a crucial role in academia and research by fostering collaboration and resource sharing among libraries. A library consortium is an alliance of…

Introduction: Copyright is a fundamental concept that fuels the creative engine of our society, providing artists, authors, and innovators with the invaluable assurance that their original…

Introduction: Open access is a groundbreaking approach that has revolutionized the dissemination of knowledge and transformed the landscape of scholarly publishing. It challenges the traditional barriers…

Information seeking is an individual’s cognitive and purposeful process to actively acquire new knowledge, expand their understanding, or address specific information needs. It involves a series…

Information-seeking Behavior refers to the systematic and purposeful actions individuals undertake to gather, access, and evaluate information to fulfill their specific information needs. In an increasingly…

Introduction:  In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, information has become the lifeblood of our society. Whether we are students, professionals, researchers, or individuals seeking to stay…

Introduction: Information gathering is an essential and ubiquitous process that permeates every facet of human existence. From personal curiosity to professional investigations, from academic research to…

The acquisition policy of library materials plays a crucial role in shaping the composition and development of a library’s collection. It is a strategic framework that…

Introduction: Library Collection Development Policy is a comprehensive framework that guides the acquisition, organization, and maintenance of information resources within a library. It serves as a…