Use of open access and licensed e-books by the researchers in academic and research institutes in Karnataka

Vidyarani, M. P. and Ramasesh, C. P. (2018) Use of open access and licensed e-books by the researchers in academic and research institutes in Karnataka. International Journal of Library and Information Studies, 8 (2). pp. 280-294. ISSN 2231-4911

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Abstract

The electronic books are among most extensively used electronic resources and its impact on academic community is much important. There are several managerial and technical prospects that affect usability of electronic books by research scholars in an academic institution. The purpose ofthis study is to investigated the use of open access and licensed electronic books by the research scholars in academic and research institutionsin Karnataka. The population of the study consists ofresponses from1110research scholars.The survey method was adoptedusing questionnaire as a tool for data collections. It is clear from the study that large number of research scholars are aware and use electronic books for their academic and research purpose. The institutes should subscribe large number of e-books for target users and proper training should be given to maximise the use of e-books.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	K Library and Information Science > Library and Information Science
Divisions:	Mysore university Library
Depositing User:	Manjula P Library Assistant
Date Deposited:	16 Oct 2019 11:34
Last Modified:	16 Oct 2019 11:34
URI:	http://eprints.uni-mysore.ac.in/id/eprint/9230

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