Volume 19, No. 2, 2022
Problem And Prospect Of Modernization And UpGradation Of College Libraries Of Barak Valley Districts Of Assam
Sufia Khanom Mozumder , P. K. Barooah
Abstract
The aim of this study is to discuss the challenges and opportunities for modernization and upgrading of various undergraduate college libraries in Barak Valley, Assam's southernmost region. The current status of automation, infrastructure, and accommodation for teachers, students, and staff in Barak Valley college libraries was discussed. Participation in Library Consortiums and National Library Networks of various college libraries was also attempted. User feedback on library building planning, architectural modelling, and infrastructure facilities, librarians' and users' perspectives on college library modernization, user perceptions of library personnel's helpful attitudes, and user advocacy, among other things, were studied. Finally, identify the barriers and limitations of modernization issues, and make recommendations and closing statements. The findings revealed issues and opportunities for college libraries to be modernised and updated. The majority of libraries lack building planning, architectural modelling, up-to-date automation software, skilled labour, and adequate seating for library users in reading rooms.
Pages: 3620-3643
Keywords: College Library, Modernization, Digital Library, Library Automation, Library consortium, Information Communication Technology.