Use of Internet by Faculty Members and Research Scholars at GB Pant Library, DSB Campus, Kumaun University, Nainital
Published: 2012
Author(s) Name: Suchetan Kumar and Charu Tiwari |
Author(s) Affiliation: 1-Asst. Librarian, DSB Campus, Kumaun University; 2-Librarian, Graphic Era Hill University, Bhimtal
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Abstract
The article reveals about the use of the Internet in libraries by faculty members and research scholars at GB Pant Library,
DSB Campus, Kumaun University Nainital. A total of 150 questionnaires were distributed, 40 to faculty and 110 to research scholars. A total
of 140 valid questionnaires were collected from faculty members (34) and research scholars (106). The response rate was 86.67%. The study
reveals that research scholars use internet daily and their favorite place for accessing it is GB Pant Library. Research and education are the top
reasons for accessing internet. However open access journals are most preferred resources. But most respondents face downloading problem
due to low speed.
Keywords: Internet, E-Theses, E-Journals Information Literacy, Search Engine
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