MLIS

Master’s Degree Programme in

Library and Information Science

ASSIGNMENTS
For July 2019 and January 2020 Sessions

Faculty of Library and Information Science

School of Social Sciences
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068
 Dates for submission of Assignments

For July 2019 Session March 31, 2020

For January 2020 Session September 30, 2020

Where to Submit the Assignments

Kindly submit your assignments at the concerned Study
Centre within the due date as mentioned above

June, 2019
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 CONTENTS

Page No.

Instructions for Assignments ......................................................................................................... 4

MLI-101: Information, Communication and Society ....................................................................... 6

MLII-101: Information Sources, Systems and Services ...................................................................... 8

MLI-102: Management of Library and Information Centers...................................................... 10

MLII-102: Information Processing and Retrieval ......................................................................... 12

MLII-103: Fundamentals of Information Communication Technologies ................................. 14

MLII-104: Information Communication Technologies-Applications ........................................ 16

MLIE-101: Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials .............................................. 18

MLIE-102: Research Methodology ................................................................................................ 20

MLIE-103: Academic Library System .......................................................................................... 22

MLIE-104: Technical Writing .................................................................................................................. 24

MLIE-105: Informetrics and Scientometrics ................................................................................ 26

MLIE-106: Public Library System and Services .......................................................................... 28

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 INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSIGNMENTS:
As part of MLIS Programme, each candidate has to do one Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA), and
a seminar/practical in each of the six core courses and two electives selected by her/him.
Assignment and seminar/practical carry 30% weightage each in the continuous evaluation of a
course. The term-end examinations carry 70% weightage.
The assignments as well as seminars/practical will be evaluated at the study centre and there specific
percentage (30 per cent) of marks will be added to their percentage of marks obtained at the term-
end examination. Each candidate will have to complete assignments as well as participate in the
seminars/practical in order to qualify for the term-end examination. Candidates are, therefore,
advised to take assignments and the seminars/practical seriously, complete the assignments in
time and ensure their participation in the seminars/practical.

Note: You can write your assignments in English as well as in Hindi medium.
Instructions for Tutor Marked Assignments

1) The validity of the assignment is ONE YEAR. Those who take admission in January session or
July session have to attempt the assignments for that session only. If they fail to submit their
assignments before the due date of the particular session, they are supposed to attempt the
fresh set of assignments of subsequent sessions (e.g. if a student of January 2017 th session
fails to submit her/his assignments till 30 September2017, s/he will have to attempt the fresh
assignments of January 2018 session).Similarly, those who take admission in July session have
to attempt the assignments of July session only. If they fail to submit their assignments before
the due date of the particular session, they are supposed to attempt the fresh set of assignments
of subsequent sessions (e.g. if a student of July 2017 session fails to st submit her/his
assignments till 31 March 2018, s/he will have to attempt the fresh assignments of July
2018 session).
2) Write your Enrolment Number, Name, Full Address and Date of Dispatch at the top right- hand
corner of the first page of your answer sheet.
3) Write the Programme Title/Code, Course Title/Code, Assignment Number and Name and Code
of the Study Centre on the left-hand corner of the first page of your answer sheet.

The top of the first page of your answer sheet for each assignment should be as follows:
Programme Title/Code…………………….. Enrolment No.…………………………..
Course Title/Code ……………………... Name ………………………………..
Assignment Number………………………… Address ……………………………
Study Centre (Code)........................... .…………………………..
Study Centre………………....……… ............................................
Date...………………………...

(Note: Candidates are required to follow this format strictly otherwise the assignments may not be
evaluated.)

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4) Your answer sheet should be complete in all respects. Make sure you have answered all
the questions in an assignment before you submit them. Incomplete answer sheets will
bring you poor grade /marks.

5) As far as possible students are advised to give the relevant points from the course material
and elaborate their answers and explanation in their own language instead of reproducing the
language of the course materials. Do not reproduce your answers from the units. If you
reproduce from units, you will get a zero.

6) Do not copy from the answer sheets of other students. If copying is noticed, the assignments
of such students will be rejected.

7) Typed and computer print assignments are not permissible.

8) Use only foolscape size paper for your answers, ordinary writing paper, neither too thick nor
too thin, will do.

9) Leave 3" margin on the left and at least 4lines in between each answer in an assignment.
This will enable your Counsellor to write useful comments in appropriate places. Write
question number with each answer.

10) The evaluated assignments will be returned to you by the Coordinator of your Study
Centre. This will enable you to improve in your future assignments as well as in the term-
end examinations.

11) The Tutor Marked Assignments should be sent to the Coordinator/Programme In-charge of
the Study Centre allotted to you.

For sample Term End Examination question papers of previous

years, please visit:

http://www.ignou.ac.in

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 MLI-101: Information, Communication and Society
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLI-101 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-16 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Explain the concept of information analysis and consolidation. With the help of a diagram describe
the information consolidation process. (10)
OR

1.2 Explain how information centers are different from libraries. Briefly describe the types of services
provided by information centers. (10)

2.1 Do you think non-print media is a threat to print media? Justify your answer. (10)

OR

2.2 Describe the LIS related activities of UNESCO with special reference to developing countries.
(10)

3.1 Explain the terms ‘library professionals’ and ‘information professionals. Enumerate their types.
Describe the role of any one type of library professional. (10)

OR

3.2 Describe the characteristics of ‘Reviews’. Explain their types and functions with the help of
examples.
(10)

4.1 Define the term database intermediaries. Discuss how database intermediaries act as potential source
of information for users. (10)
OR

4.2 What do you understand by intelligent agents? Describe the different types of Internet intelligent
agents. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) CODATA
(b) Electronic Media
(c) INFLIBNET
(d) Expert System

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 MLI-101: Information Communication and Society
Seminar

Course Code: MLI-101 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-16 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the
Programme Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course
based on the model topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student
will be evaluated at the study centre.

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 MLII-101: Information Sources, Systems and Services
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLII-101 Assignment Code: AST/TMT/ Jul. 2019/Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-19 Total Marks: 50

Answer all questions.

1.1 What do you understand by non-traditional information organisations? Discuss how ‘disintermediation of
information’ and ‘end-user empowerment’ are linked with each other. (10)

OR

1.2 Categorise non-documentary sources of information. Describe the importance of any one category.
(10)

2.1 Discuss the various information systems and programmes available in the area of humanities in India.
(10)
OR
2.2 List the different categories of ‘aids to information sources’. Discuss any two such categories with
examples. (10)

3.1 Describe customised organisation of information services in relation to different types of

information needs. (10)
OR
3.2 Define document delivery service (DDS). Describe the DDS provided by NISCAIR. (10)

4.1 Discuss the role of information professionals as resource persons. (10)

OR

4.2 Enumerate the different components of mass media. Explain the role of media persons as sources of
information. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) AGRIS
(b) Computer-based Search Technique
(c) Planning and Management of IAC
(d) Newsletters

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 MLII-101: Information Sources, Systems and Services
Practical

Course Code: MLII-101 Assignment Code: AST/PRAC/ Jul. 2019/Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-19 Total Marks: 50

Answer all questions.

The broad areas on which practical tests are to be given are mentioned below. Counsellor will provide
details about the practical work.

1) Development of a CAS product. (25)

2) Acquaintance with finding the names of e-resource providers on different topics. (10)
3) Identification of the activities of library and information network at national and
international level. (15)

Note: Concerned counsellor will provide the details about the practical work.

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 MLI- 102: Management of Library and Information Centres

Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLI-102 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/ Jul .2019- Jan. 2020
Coverage: Units: 1-18 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Describe the applicability of different management theories in libraries and information centres.
(10)
OR
1.2 Discuss the role of perception, learning and motivation in shaping human behavior. Describe the
importance of human factor in management. (10)

2.1 Describe the different aspects of evaluation of information systems. (10)

OR
2.2 What type of conflicts generally occurs in an organisation and how these can be resolved? (10)

3.1 Explain the characteristics and processes of operations research. Discuss its application in libraries.
(10)
OR
3.2 Describe different methods of financial estimation? State which method is appropriate for academic
libraries? (10)

4.1 Discuss the characteristics of information as a commodity and a public good from the perspective of
marketing of information. (10)
OR
4.2 What do you understand by marketing approach? Discuss the importance of market research for
information products and services. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Forces of change
(b) Break-even analysis
(c) Product life cycle
(d) Variable cost

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 MLI-102: Management of Library and Information Centers
Seminar

Course Code: MLI-102 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/Jul. 2019-Jan. 2020

Coverage: Units: 1-18 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the
Programme Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course
based on the model topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student
will be evaluated at the study centre.

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 MLII-102: Information Processing and Retrieval
Tutor Marked Assignment
Course Code: MLII-102 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/ Jul.2019- Jan.2020
Coverage: Units: 1-19 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 What is vocabulary control? Discuss its need and objectives. Explain methods to achieve
vocabulary control giving examples. (10)
OR
1.2 What is a thesaurus? Explain its functions. Describe the process of thesaurus construction. (10)

2.1 Write an essay on special classification systems discussing their need, purpose, scope and
approaches to design. (10)

OR
2.2 Explain Coate’s contribution to Subject Indexing giving examples. (10)

3.1 Differentiate between pre-coordinate indexing and post-coordinate indexing. Explain the different
types of post- coordinate indexing. (10)

OR
3.2 Differentiate between HTML and XML. Explain the XML syntax and tags. Describe its
applications in library and information activities. (10)

4.1 What is an ISAR system? Discuss its different types of users, objectives and types. (10)
OR
4.2 What do you understand by compatibility in ISAR systems? Discuss the areas and principles of
compatibility in ISAR systems. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Exhaustivity and specifity in indexing
(b) Deep Structure of SIL
(c) Field 856 in MARC
`(d) Farradane’s Relational Operators

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 MLII-102: Information Processing and Retrieval
Practical

Course Code: MLII-102 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/ Jul.2019- Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-19 Total Marks: 50

Broad areas on which the practical are to be conducted are given below:

1) a) Creation of a database using CDS/ISIS. (25)

b) Creation of index to the above database by using CDS/ISIS.
c) Generation of catalogue data according to AACR-2R (either print or display).

2) XML coding and creation of web page. (15)

3) Database searching (online/offline) for creation of a bibliography on a particular topic. (10)

Note: Further details about the practical will be provided by the concerned counselor

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 MLII-103: Fundamentals of Information
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLII-103 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019- Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-14 Total Marks:50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Describe the characteristics of various generations of computers. (10)

OR

1.2 Discuss some of the major types of I/O devices and their important characteristics. (10)

2.1 What do you understand by the expression “Programme Development Cycle”? (10)

OR

2.2. “Communication systems perform a variety of functions to improve the efficiency and
reliability of Information Transfer”. Discuss those functions of the communication system
which help in achieving these objectives. (10)

3.1What do you understand by Multimedia? Explain its need and purpose. Mention
the areas of application in Library and Information Science. (10)

OR

3.2 What is meant by network publishing? Explain the categories of network

publishing technology providers. (10)

4.1 Define library and information networks. State the need for, objectives and
characteristics of such networks. (10)
OR

4.2 Identify the major library networks in India. Explain the activities and the
services of any two of them in detail. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Markup languages

(b) Object oriented programming languages
(c) Circuit switching
(d) Database management system.

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 MLII-103: Fundamentals of Information
Practical

Course Code: MLII-103 Assignment Code: AST/PRAC/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-14 Total Marks: 50

Broad areas on which practical are to be conducted are given below:

1) Acquaintance with different parts of a computer and telecommunication technology

used for networking. (15)

2) Various MS-DOS commands. (15)

3) Various functions of Windows Operating System. (20)

Note: Further details about the practical will be provided by the concerned counselor.

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 MLII-104: Information Communication Technologies-Applications
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLII-104 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019 - Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-16 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Discuss database from the point of view of library and information science. Describe its
different types giving examples. (10)

OR

1.2 What is a data model? Explain its different types. (10)

2.1. What are the functional requirements of a computerised cataloguing module? Discuss the jobs/
processes undertaken in a computerised cataloguing module. (10)

OR

2.2 Enumerate the functions performed by a Library Management System (LMS). Discuss the general
system requirements expected of an LMS. (10)

3.1. Define digitisation. Discuss the need for digitisation. Describe the criteria for selection of materials for
digitisation. (10)

OR
3.2. What is a news filtering service? Describe some such services giving examples. (10)

4.1 Explain various modes of document delivery service. Discuss the copyright issues involved in it and
services of agencies acting as copyright facilitators. (10)

OR
4.2 Discuss in brief application of Internet for supporting traditional library services and Internet
based new library. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following:

(a) Entity Relationship Model

(b) Intelligent Information Retrieval
(c) Collaborative Digital Reference Service
(d) Subscription of e-resources
 MLII-104: Information Communication Technologies-Applications
Practical

Course Code: MLII-104 Assignment Code: AST/PRAC/Jul.2019- Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-16 Total Marks: 50

Broad areas on which the practical are to be conducted are given below:

1) Searching, using different search options, databases that have been created using
WINISIS. (10)

2) Selecting a news alert service from Internet and becoming its member. (10)

3) Using and evaluating search engines. (15)

4) Creation of e-mail accounts and related activities such as, sending-receiving mails,
attaching files, etc. (15)

Note: Further details about the practical will be provided by the concerned counsel

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 MLIE-101: Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLIE-101 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-15 Total Marks:50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Differentiate between preservation and conservation. Explain the techniques of (10)
restoring book-material.
OR
1.2 Explain the points to be remembered in care and handling of microfilms. (10)

2.1 Why is preservation considered as an important activity in libraries? Explain the

strategies adopted for preserving library material. (10)
OR
2.2 Describe the role of insects in causing damage to library materials. Also explain
the use of chemical fumigant as repellent of insects. (10)
3.1 Explain the planning process for disaster management in libraries. (10)

OR
3.2 Describe the concept and the process of digitisation of library material. (10)
4.1 Explain methods of removing stains from library books and other documents. (10)
OR

4.2 Describe physical deformation problems associated with magnetic tapes. (10)

5.1 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Salvage of water-soaked documents
(b) Advantages of microfilming
(c) Early writing materials in India
(d) De-acidification and de-humidification

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 MLIE-101: Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials
Seminar

Course Code: MLIE-101 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/Jul.2019- Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-15 Total Marks:50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the Programme
Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based on the model
topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student will be evaluated at the
study centre.

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 MLIE-102: Research Methodology
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLIE-102 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-18 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Discuss the general characteristics of modern research. (10)

OR
1.2 Discuss critically the sources of information used in historical research (10)
and testing the authenticity of data.
OR
2.1 Differentiate between different approaches to research giving suitable (10)
examples from LIS.
OR
2.2 Enumerate different types of sampling. Discuss the methods of (10)
probability sampling.

3.1 Prepare a synopsis on a topic of your choice giving relevant information (10)
under all headings.
OR
3.2 Prepare a questionnaire for seeking information on Reading Habits of (10)
School Children.

4.1 Define a research report. Explain its plan outline, format and contents. (10)
OR
4.2 What is a hypothesis? How is it tested? Identify a research problem and (10)
state hypotheses for it.

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Basic research

(b) Case study method of research
(c) SPSS Package
(d) Laboratory experiment and field experiment

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 MLIE-102: Research Methodology
Seminar

Course Code: MLIE-102 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-18 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the Programme
Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based on the model
topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student will be evaluated at the
study centre.

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 MLIE-103: Academic Library System Tutor marked
Assignment

Course Code: MLIE-103 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-14 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Explain the role of UGC in curriculum development in library and information science.
(10)
OR
1.2 What do you understand by collection organisation? Discuss the various activities involved
in it. (10)

2.1 Explain the various types of materials acquired in a university library. Describe the various
modes of their acquisition. (10)
OR
2.2 What is meant by ‘Personnel Management’? Explain the aspects to be considered for staff
development. (10)
3.1 Explain the concept of Library Governance. Discuss the role of governing bodies in promoting
academic libraries. (10)
OR
3.2 “Weeding out of the material in an academic library should carried out as a routine activity.”
Elaborate on the statement. (10)

4.1 Discuss the major sources of revenue of an academic library. Enumerate different kinds of
budget. Which one do you prefer for a university library and why? (10)

OR
4.2 Discuss the objectives and advantages of library consortia. Explain the features of any two
Indian Library Consortia. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Cost of library services

(b) Duties of an university librarian
(c) Role of IFLA in continuing education programme
(d) Need for library networks
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 MLIE-103: Academic Library System
Seminar

Course Code: MLIE-103 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-14 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the Programme
Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based on the model
topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student will be evaluated at the
study centre.

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 MLIE-104: Technical Writing
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLIE-104 Assignment Code: AST/TMT/ Jul. 2019/Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-14 Total Marks: 50

Answer all questions.

1.1 Define technical writing. Describe the writing skills required for information professional
(10)
OR
1.2 What are readability formulas? Explain their importance for technical writing. (10)

2.1 Give reasons for language variations. Discuss different kinds of dialects. (10)
OR

2.2 What is readability? Discuss the factors which influence the readability of a text. (10)

3.1 Describe the steps involved in the writing process. Illustrate your answer with suitable
examples. (10)

OR

3.2 Describe the technical style with reference to grammar which helps in enhancing clarity and
accuracy in the presentation. (10)

4.1 What do you understand by in-house bulletin? Describe its salient features and functions.
(10)

OR
4.2 Explain step-by-step the editorial procedure before a technical paper is accepted for publication.
(10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Introductory Paragraph

(b) Electronic Communication
(c) Aberrations
(d) Peer Review

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 MLIE-104: Technical Writing
Seminar
Course Code: MLIE-104 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/ Jul. 2019 - Jan. 2020
Coverage: Units: 1-14 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the Programme
Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based on the model
topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student will be evaluated at the
Study Centre.

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 MLIE-105: Informetrics and Scientometrics
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLIE-105 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-18 Total Marks: 50

Note: Answer all questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1.1 Define informetrics. Discuss its scope and limitations. (10)

OR

1.2 What is sociology of science? Explain its functions. Discuss its domain and (10)
approaches.

2.1 Explain different methods of graphical representation of data giving suitable (10)
examples.
OR

2.2 Explain Lotka’s Law disusing its areas of application. (10)

3.1 ‘Citation counting is a versatile tool in journal selection’. Elaborate the statement. (10)
OR

3.2 Define science and technology indicators. Explain their different types. (10)

4.1 What is cognitive mapping? Explain the four principal ways of constructing cognitive
maps. (10)
OR

4.2 Differentiate between principal components analysis and factor analysis. Explain factor
analysis as a structure determination method. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Obsolescence of literature

(b) Types of scales
(c) Informativeness and its use in library and information work
(d) Hierarchical cluster analysis
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 MLIE-105: Informetrics and Scientometrics
Seminar

Course Code: MLIE-105 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/ Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-18 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the
programme guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based
on the model topics suggested in the Programme guide. The performance of the student will be
evaluated at the study centre.

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 MLIE-106: Public Library System and Services
Tutor Marked Assignment

Course Code: MLIE-106 Assignment Code: AST/TMA/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-17 Total Marks: 50

Answer all questions.

1.1 “Public library is a social institution. It is created and maintained by the society for its
benefits and progress”. In the light of this statement discuss the social role of public library.
(10)
OR
1.2 Explain in detail the efforts of the state government in the promotion and development of
public libraries in India. (10)

2.1 Make a comparative study of the different public library acts in India. (10)
OR
2.2 Why is planning considered an important activity for public libraries in the changing
environment? Discuss the main areas to be covered in such planning. (10)

3.1 What is the need for standards relating to public libraries? Describe the norms and
standards for Indian public libraries developed by RRRLF. (10)
OR
3.2 State the benefits and objectives of resource sharing in public library system. Describe
some of the areas in a public library where resource sharing can be implemented. (10)

4.1 Write an essay on public library extension services. (10)

OR
4.2 What is resource sharing? Describe its objectives and identify the areas of resource sharing
in public libraries. (10)

5.0 Write short notes on any two of the following: (10)

(a) Marketing of public library services

(b) UNESCO Public Library Manifesto
(c) Public library and social change
(d) State Library Authority

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 MLIE-106: Public Library System and Services
Seminar

Course Code: MLIE-106 Assignment Code: AST/SEM/Jul.2019-Jan.2020

Coverage: Units: 1-17 Total Marks: 50

A student has to present a seminar as per the guidelines provided in Annexure-1 of the Programme
Guide. The topic of the seminar will be decided by the counsellor of the course based on the model
topics suggested in the Programme Guide. The performance of the student will be evaluated at the
study centre.

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