Syllabus

For

Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS)

2020-21
(One Year Programme)

Department of Library and Information Science

Makhanlal Chaturvedi
National University of Journalism and Communication,
Bhopal (M.P.)

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 Librarianship as a Career

Libraries are now universally recognized as important social Institutions, no

community is considered Complete without a Library. The rapid increase in
production of recorded knowledge, have led to the expansion of Libraries and the
development of their services. A Library is an important element of community; an
academic Library is an essential part of me Education Institution School, College or
University: a business house and industrial organization .

Librarianship is a growing field, which has by now attained the status of a separate
discipline in the Universe of Knowledge. It presents challenges and interesting
situations to Library personnel. The Management of these Libraries needs personnel
with good academic and professional qualification, Proficiency in one the Natural
Science, Social Science or the Humanities is helpful in the professional Development
of Librarian. Librarian work is primarily a social service, and therefore, needs young
men and women with a sense of dedication and a spirit of service.

Librarianship as a profession provides a variety of employment opportunities. Persons

with a superior record high qualification can achieve high position. The salaries in
college, university libraries are comparable to those of teachers.

OBJECTIVES:

• To enable the student to understand and appreciate the functions and purpose of
library in changing social and academic environment.
• To train the student in the techniques and management of Libraries of the 21st
Century.
• To train the students in the skill of information knowledge processing organization
and retrieval using modern technologies.
• To develop the skills to manage the Electronic Libraries in Digital Environment and
to provide the advance skill in Computer and its application in Library and
Information activities.

Duration of the Course: - 1 Year (2 Sem.)

Eligibility - Graduation from recognized University
Seats - 20

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Transcript or Grade Card or Certificate: Based on the grades earned, a grade
certificate shall be issued to all the enrolled students after every semester. The
grade certificate will display the course details (code, title, number of credits,
grade secured, marks) along with SGPA of that semester and CGPA earned till
that semester.

Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) is after graduation two

semester programme. In each semester, there will be 4 core compulsory paper
of 6 credits each, 1 open elective of 3 credits. In all, entire programme
constitute 54 credits, 27 credits each semester.

Bachelor of Library and Information Science - BLIS Course Code 197 one
year full time bachelor course.

Course:-
The Bachelor Degree in Library and Information Science - BLIS of one year
(Two Semester) course shall be designated as bachelor of Library and
Information Science and abbreviated as BLIS under choice based credit system
(CBCS)

Admissions:-
1. A candidate seeking admission to BLIS course should be any Graduate
from recognized University.
2. A candidate seeking admission to BLIS course shall have to submit his
Migration Certificate from previous University for enrollment in the
University.
3. Admission shall be offered on the basis of Entrance Test or other method
decided by the University from time to time.

Examinations:

1. There shall be University Examination at the end of each semester. These

examinations shall be named as follows:

(a) BLIS One Year

- BLIS - I semester
- BLIS - II semester

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 -: Scheme of Examinations :-

Bachelor of Library and Information Science (Course Code - 197 ) SEMESTER - I

S.N Course Paper Class & Paper Title Credit Th IA P Total

of Numerical Papers
Study Unique
1. CCC 1 2541 1 BLIS 1 Foundation of Library and 6 80 20 - 100
Information Science
2. CCC 2 2542 1 BLIS 2 Information Processing 6 80 20 - 100
(Classification & Cataloguing)
3. CCC 3 2543 1 BLIS 3 Classification Practice 6 50 20 30 100
CC and DDC
4. CCC 4 2544 1 BLIS 4 Cataloguing Practice 6 50 20 30 100
CCC and AACR 2
OPEN ELECTIVE
5. OE 1 2545 1 BLIS 5 Information Society and 3 25 10 15 50
Communication

Bachelor of Library and Information Science (Course Code - 197) SEMESTER - II

S.N Course Paper Class & Paper Title Credit Th IA P Total

of Numerical Papers
Study Unique
1. CCC 5 2561 2 BLIS 1 Management Information 6 80 20 - 100
Centers
2. CCC 6 2562 2 BLIS 2 Information Technology : 6 80 20 - 100
Theory
3. CCC 7 2563 2 BLIS 3 Information Technology : 6 50 20 30 100
Practice
4. CCC 8 2564 2 BLIS 4 Information Sources, Systems 6 50 20 30 100
and Services
OPEN ELECTIVE
5. OE 1 2565 2 BLIS 5 Academic Library and Media 3 25 10 15 50
and Archives Library
6. OE 2 2566 2 BLIS 5 Public Library and Information 3 25 10 15 50
System
7. OE 3 2567 2 BLIS 5 Internship 3 * - - 50

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Semester - I

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 Paper - 1 BLIS 1

CCC 1 : Foundation of Library and Information Science

Marks : 80+20 = 100

OBJECTIVES
1. To understand about the origin and development of libraries.
2. To acquaint students with the library as a social institution for knowledge
generation, creation and dissemination

3. To make understanding of the philosophical and social foundations of Library and

information centers
4. To understand details about library legislation
5. To get knowledge about professionalism and professional ethics

Unit - 1 Library as a Social Institution

Information - Characteristics, Nature, Value and use of Information. Social and
Historical background of Library. Founders, of Library Science (Dr. S.R. Ranganathan
and Contemporary thinkers, National Education Policy of Libraries. Library and
Education.

Unit - 2 State of Libraries in India (National, State, Public)

Types of Libraries, Functions of Libraries, New Concepts of Libraries, Technology
Impact, Social and Behavioral Changes. National Digital Library of India. National
Library, Special Libraries

Unit - 3 Development of Library Acts

Library Legislation in India, State Library legislations, National libraries, Copyright
act, Press and Books Registration Act, Books Delivery act, Library Movement,
Resource Sharing. Library Networking.

Unit - 4 Library and Information Science Profession

Attribution of Profession, Professional Ethics, Library Authorities. Professional
Education and Research, Role of Library and Information Professional Associations

Unit - 5 Public relations and Extension activities

Public Relations and Extension Services, Publicity and Library as an Agency of Mass
Communication, Various Channels of Communication in the Library, (Practical
Exercises for Making Rule Book, Pamphlet, Display Matter and for Get up the Library)

SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. BHATT (R K). History and development of libraries in India. 1995. Mittal
Publications, New Delhi.
2. KHANNA (J K). Library and society. 1955. Research Publication, Kurukshetra.
3. KRISHAN KUMAR. Library organisation. 1993. Vikas, New Delhi.
5. PRASHER (R G). Information and its communication. 1991. Medallion Press, New
Delhi.

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6. RANGANATHAN (S R). Five laws of library science. Ed. 2. 1989. Sarada
Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore.
7. VENKTAPPAIAH (V) and MADHUSUDHAN (M). Public library legislation in the new
millennium. 2006. Bookwell, New Delhi.
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CCC 2 : Information Processing (Classification & Cataloguing)

Marks : 80+20 = 100

OBJECTIVES
1. To aware the students with world of knowledge.
2. To provide knowledge how subjects emerge and formed.
3. To provide how various schemes of classification are developed.
4. To provide deep knowledge about the principles and techniques mapping subjects
and provide notation.
5. To teach how various devices have been used and how is the future of information
processing.
6. To find out the sources of the entries.
7. To deal in with various type of entries in cataloging.
8. To provide knowledge of modern approach to cataloging and make aware through
with latest trends.

Unit - 1 Universe of Knowledge & Methods of Information Organization

Structure and Attributes of knowledge, modes of formation of subjects, different types
of subjects and future trends, universe of subjects as mapped in various type of
classification systems. Impact of one subject on others. General theory of
classification, normative principles, phase relation and common isolates, fundamental
categories. division of subjects in classification schemes.

Unit - 2 Library Classification: Types, Schemes

Types of library classification, various Schemes of library classification and their
features - CC, DDC, UDC (basic information). Devices in library classification, notation
: types, canons, call number, facet analysis (CC and DDC).

Unit - 3 Cataloguing: Catalogue Entries and various formats of documents

Objectives of library Cataloguing, need, purpose, definition, function, history and
development of library catalogue codes, physical forms of Catalogue, types of
catalogues, normative principles of cataloguing. Various formats of documents, types
of Entries. Author(s), corporate authors, pseudonymous, uniform titles, on print
documents.

Unit - 4 Subject Cataloguing & Computerized Cataloguing

Concepts, principles of subject cataloguing, techniques of deriving subject headings,
study of Standard lists (LCSH, SLSH, Chain Procedure), OPAC, Web OPAC, online
searching.

Unit - 5 Emerging Trends

Emerging Trends in Classification and Cataloguing

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SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. KRISHAN KUMAR. Theory of classification. 1993. Vikas, New Delhi.
2. RANGANATHAN (S R). Descriptive account of the colon classification. 1990.
Sarada Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore.
3. RANGANATHAN (S R). Prolegomena to library classification. Ed 3. 1989. Sarada
Ranganathan Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore.
4. SAYERS (W C B). Manual of classification for librarians. Rev. by Arthur Maltby.
Ed. 5. 1975. Andre Deutsch, London.
5. SAYERS (W C B). Introduction to library classification. Rev. by Arthur Maltby.
Ed.9. 1958. Grafton, London.
6. PARKHI(R.S.). Library Classification, The Evolution of a Dynamic Theory. 1972.
Vikas Publishing House, New Delhi.
7. PARKHI (R.S.). Decimal Classification and Colon Classification in Perspective.
1964. Sagar Publication, New Delhi.
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13. AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, et al. Anglo-american cataloguing rules. Rev.
Ed. 1998. Library Association, London.
14. KUMAR (G) and KUMAR (K). Theory of cataloguing. Rev. Ed.5. 1993. South Asia
Books, New Delhi.
15. RANGANATHAN (S R). Classified catalogue code with additional rules for
dictionary catalogue code. Ed. 5 (with amendments). 1989. Sarada Ranganathan
Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore.
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CCC 3 : Classification Practice CC and DDC

Marks : 50+20+30 = 100

OBJECTIVES
1. To understand the formation and expansion of universe of knowledge with a need
to understand its organization.
2. To understand the basic concept and importance the organization of knowledge
3. To be acquainted with major schemes of classification and develop skills in subject
analysis and synthesis.
4. To develop proficiency in using Dewey Decimal Classification to construct Class
Numbers for documents of different disciplines/subjects.
5. To develop skills of classification

• Classification of Documents with CC 6th Reprint and DDC 21st Edition

1. The students will prepare a register for 100 Titles for classification by both the
schemes.
2. Search and Print 100 Titles from Library of Congress
This will be basis of internal Assessment.

SUGGESTED READINGS:

1. DEWEY (Melvil). Dewey decimal classification. Ed. 21. 1996. Forest Press,
Dublin, USA.
2. KAULA (P N). A treatise on colon classification. 1985. Sterling Publishers, New
Delhi.
3. RANGANATHAN (S R). Elements of library classification.1989. Sarda Ranganathan
Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore.
4. RANGANATHAN (S R). Colon classification. Ed.6. 1960.Sarada Ranganathan
Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore.
5. SATIJA (M P). Manual for practical colon classification. Rev. Ed.3. 1995. Sterling
Publishers, New Delhi.
6. SATIJA (M P). The theory and practice of the Dewey Decimal Classification
system. 2007. Chandos Publishing, Oxford.
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CCC 4 : Cataloguing Practice CCC and AACR 2

Marks : 50+20+30 = 100

OBJECTIVES
1. To acquaint and equip students with the principles, standards, techniques of
knowledge retrieval tools in libraries and information centers especially with
reference to cataloguing of documents and digital objects.
2. To know about different physical forms of library catalogue
3. To understand the concept of catalogue entry to access the reading material
4. To acquaint with various entries of library catalogue as per types of material

• Cataloguing of Documents with the help of CCC(latest) and AACR2R Minimum 10

documents for cataloguing with maximum information.
• Practice of Cataloguing on SOUL
(Minimum 50 documents entries and there printed copy to be presented for
Internal evaluation

SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION. Anglo-american cataloguing rules. Rev Ed. 2.
1998. Library Association, London.
2. MILLER (Joseph), Ed. Sears list of subject headings. Ed 15. 1994. Wilson, New
York.
3. RANGANATHAN (S R). Classified catalogue code with additional rules for
dictionary catalogue code. Ed. 5 (with amendments). 1989. Sarada Ranganathan
Endowment for Library Science, Bangalore
4. SOUL Software for practical.

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OE 1 : Information Society and Communication

Marks : 25+10+15 = 50

OBJECTIVES
1. To understand the basic information about news and information.
2. To understand the Information generating agency.
3. To understand the process of Communication.
4. To understand the various format of Communication

Unit - 1
Basic of information, Information and news, misinformation, Disinformation,
Propaganda.

Unit - 2
Information generating Agencies. Newspapers, Magazines, Journals, TV, Radio, Blogs,
Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google etc.

Unit - 3
Structure of Society - Economic, Social, Psychological, Educational, Cultural, Political

Unit - 4
Process of Communication - Communicator, message, medium, audience, its
application in library.

Unit - 5
Various formats of Communications - Intra personal, Inter personal, Group and Mass
Communication. Various Print and TV Formats.

SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. PARASHER (R.G.). Information and its Commumication.1991.Medallion, New
Delhi.
2. BOSE (H). Information Science: Principle and practice. Ed.2.1993. Sterling
Publishing House, New Delhi.
3. GUHA(B). Documentation and Information. Ed.2. 1983. World Press, New Delhi.
4. PARASHER(RG). Library and Information Science: parameter and perspective,
Ed.2. Concept Publishing Co., New Delhi.
5. DHYANI(PUSPA). Information Science and Library.1990. Atlantica, New Delhi.
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CCC 5 : Management Information Centers

Marks : 80+20 = 100

OBJECTIVES
1. To clarify the basics of management & administration of the students.
2. To aware various sections and operations with library.
3. To provide knowledge of various library, records.
4. To make the students able to manage various type of libraries
5. To understand functions and principles of library management

Unit - 1 Management
Concept : Definition and Scope
Functions and principles of Management, POSCORB, 7CS
Planning : Need, Objective and Procedures
Basics of Total Quality Management

Unit - 2 Human Resource Management

Organizational Structure
Job Description and Analysis : Job evaluation
Recruitment Procedures
Discipline and Grievances
Performance Appraisal
Ethics

Unit - 3 Financial Management

Library Finance and Sources of Finance
Library Budget, Budgeting and Accounting
Income and expenditure

Unit - 4 Library Records and Statistics

Reporting, Types of Reports - Annual Report - Compilation, Contents and Style, Staff
Manual, Library Statistics, Library Rules and Regulations

Unit - 5 Infrastructure management

Library Building
Various Sections of Library & Information Centre and their functions
Acqusition of Books, Periodicals and Serials Circulation Control,
Computerized and Online Serials Control, UGC info net Maintenance etc.

SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. KRISHAN KUMAR. Library management in electronic environment. 2007.
HarAnand Publications, New Delhi.
6. MITTAL (R). Library administration: theory and practice. 2007. Ess Ess, New
Delhi.

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3. RANGANATHAN (S R). Library administration. 2006. Ess Ess, New Delhi.
4. SEETHARAMA (S). Guidelines for planning of libraries and information centers.
1990. IASLIC, Calcutta.
5. GUPTA (C.B.). Management: Theory and Practice.1990. Sultan Chand & Co.,
New Delhi.
6. KRISHAN KUMAR. Library Administration and Management. 1987. Vikas
Publishing House, New Delhi.
7. SENGUPTA(B). Book Selection. 1975. Word Press, Culcutta.
8. PARASHER (RG). Developing Library Collection.1993. Medallion Press.
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CCC 6 : Information Technology: Theory

Marks : 80+20 = 100

OBJECTIVES
The student will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the organization and
maintenance of library collection in retrieval effective manner. The student will be
able to use standard classification tools in the effective organization¬ of the collection
holdings.

Unit - 1 Introduction to Computer

Historical Background, Functions of the computer in libraries. Configuration of
modern Computers,
Desktop, Laptop use of Mobile, types of mobiles for Library use.

Unit - 2 Software
Types of Software- Application and System Software
Operating System - Windows 7 & 10, Windows Server, Linux
Overview and House Keeping Operations
Case Studies : Library Software's, Open Source Software, Multimedia Softwares and
its use in Library and Information Services. PC Package MS Office complete.

Unit - 3 Introduction to Internet

Basics of Internet, Search Engines and Meta Search Engines, Internet Search
Techniques, E resources and Online Database
Networking : Types of Network (LAN, WAN, MAN) Networking Concepts & Topologies
Digital Library, Virtual Library

Unit - 4 Library Automation

Library Automation : Planning and Implementation
In- house Operations: Acquisition, Cataloguing, Circulation, Serial Control, OPAC, etc.
Bibliographic Standards : CCF and MARC 21
Introduction to Metadata : Types of Metadata, Dublin Core
Library automation software

Unit - 5 Database Management System

Database : Concepts and Components
Database structures, file organization and Physical Design.
Database management System : Basic functions, Potential Uses
Data Security

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SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. RAJARAMAN (V). Introduction to Information Technology. 2007.Prentice-Hall of
India, New Delhi.
2. RAMLINGAM. Library Information Technology: Concept to Application.2000.
Kalkoz, Delhi.
3. SHARMA(Pandey SK). Fundamental of Library Automatin.1995. Ess Publication,
New Delhi.
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CCC 7 : Information Technology: Practice

Marks : 50+20+30 = 100

OBJECTIVES
To impart practical, know-how of different Operating Systems, word processors,
Spreadsheets and developing bibliographic databases using select packages.

Unit - 1
Operating Systems, Application Software and anti Plagiarism Software

Unit - 2
Installation and Functions of Different Operating systems : Windows NT & Windows
Server, Linux, Windows 7 & 10

Unit - 3
Setting of Desktop, Library Server and its Maintenance
Creating Presentations with Power Point
Editing and Formatting Word Documents
MS Excel

Unit - 4
Database Creation and Library Software
Installation and Creating of Databases : Import, Export, Hyperlinks and Printing of
Records
SOUL : Installation, Configuration and Functions
KOHA, D-Space.

Unit - 5
Online and Offline Searching
Web Searching
Advanced Internet Searching
Search through Meta Search Engines
Offline Database
Internet and E- mail usage.
SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. RAJARAMAN (V). Introduction to Information Technology. 2007.Prentice-Hall of
India, New Delhi.
2. Library Automation Software practice (SOUL, E-Granthalaya, KOHA)
3. Institutional Repository Software for Practice (D space)
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CCC 8 : Information Sources, Systems and Services

Marks : 50+20+30 = 100

OBJECTIVES
1. Understand, identify and explore the different types of information sources
2. Evaluate various types of information sources
3. Explore, collate and facilitate access to the electronic resources, such as e-
journals, e-books, databases and institutional repositories
4. Provide library services using sources such as blogs, portals, wikis, subject
gateway, digital libraries
5. Understand the concept of library resource sharing and consortia
6. Comprehend the nature and functions of various information systems and
networks.

Unit - 1 Information Sources

Nature, Characteristics, Types and Formats
Documentary and Non-documentary sources
Primary, Secondary and Tertiary sources of information
Human Sources of Information ; institutional sources

Unit - 2 Reference Sources and Electronic Information Sources

Reference Sources; Characteristics, Types, usefulness
Electronic sources; E-books, E-journals, ETDs
Subject gateways, web portals, Bulletin boards, discussion group/forum, Multimedia
resources, Databases, Institutional repositories
Evaluation of Reference sources and electronic information sources

Unit - 3 Reference and Information Services

Reference service; Concept, purpose, types and theories
Documentation services; Current Awareness Service (CAS), selective Dissemination of
Information (SDI), Translation services, Indexing and Abstracting services,
Bibliographical Services
Document delivery services, Inter Library Loan (ILL) service
Online service; Instant messaging, RSS feeds, Podcasts, Vodcasts, Ask a Librarian,
Mobile based services and tools; Collaborative services : Social networks, Social
bookmarking; Community Information Services

Unit - 4 Information Systems and Networks

Information Systems; Characteristics, functions
National Information Systems and Networks : NISCAIR, NASSDOC, DESIDOC,
SENDOC, ENVIS, NICNET, ERNET; National Knowledge Newtork (NKN)
Global Information Systems and Network ; MEDLARS, AGRIS, INIS, INSPEC, BIOSIS,
ERIC, Patent Information System (PIS), Biotechnology Information System (BIS)
Library resources sharing and Consortia

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Unit - 5 Information Literacy Programmes
Concept, Objectives, Initiation of Users
Users and their information needs : categories of users
Information needs
Information Literacy Products
Role of Reference Librarian in electronic environment
INFLIBNET and its services.

SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. Bopp, R.E. & Smith, L.C.(Eds.). (2011). Reference and Information services : an
introduction. Santa Barbara : ABC-CLIO Publishing.
2. Cassel, K.A. & Hiremath, U (2013), Reference and information services : an
introduction. Chicago: American Library Association.
3. Chowdhury, G & Chowdhury, S (2001). Information sources and searching on
the World Wide Web. London : Facet publising.
4. Cheney, F.N. & Williams, W.J. (2000). Fundamentals of reference sources.
Chicago: American Library Association.
5. Grogan, Dennis (1982). Science and technology : and introduction to literature.
London : Clive Bingley.
6. Guha, B. (1999). Documentation and information services (2nd ed.). Kolkata :
World press.
7. Higgens, C (Ed.) (1980). Printed reference materials. London : Library
Association.
8. Katz, W.A. (2000). Introduction to reference work. London : Butterworths .
9. Krishan Kumar (1984). Reference service. New Delhi : Vikas publishing house.
10. Ranganathan, S.R.(1991). Reference service. Bangalore : Sarada Ranganathan
Endowment for Library Science.
11. Rowley, J.E.(996). The basics of information systems. London : Fact publishing.
12. Shuman, Burce A.(2004). Issues for libraries and information science in the
internet age. London : Libraries Unlimited Inc.
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OE 1 : Academic Library and Media and Archives Library

Marks : 25+10+15 = 50

OBJECTIVES
1. To provide an overview of principles and practices in school library systems.
2. To understand the challenging roles of school libraries and media specialists

Unit - 1 Basics of Academic Library and Media Libraries

Academic Library : Definition, Objectives, Functions
Development of Academic Libraries in India
Types of Academic Library Users: Their Reading Habits and Information Needs
Role of Academic Library and Media Libraries in Inculcating Reading Habits

Unit - 2 Collection Development and Management (Print)

Print Information Sources: Selection, Acquisition, Evaluation
Information Sources for Children: Illustrated Books, Literary Journal, Reference
Books, Magazine, Comics.
Organization and Management of Library Collection

Unit - 3 Collection Development and Management (Electronic)

Electronic Information Sources: Selection, Acquisition, Evaluation
Audio-Video Collection, Internet Resources, Websites, Subject Portals, Digital Library
Resources.

Unit - 4 Management of Academic Library and Media Libraries

Financial Management, Skills and Competencies for Academic Library and Media
Libraries staff, Library Automation, Resource Sharing and Library Networking
DELNET

Unit - 5 Services of Academic Library and Media Libraries

Circulation Service, Reference Service, Storytelling, Read Aloud, Summer Reading
Programmes, User Orientation

SUGGESTED READINGS:

1. Barr, Catherine & Gillespie, John T. (2009). Best books for high school readers:
Grades 9-12. 2nd Westport: Libraries Unlimited.
2. Craver, Kathleen W. (2002). Creating cyber libraries: An instructional guide for
school library media specialists. Santa Barbara: Libraries Unlimited.
3. Dickinson, Gail K. & Repman, Judi (2015). School library management, 7th ed.
Columbus: Linworth Publishing.
4. Harper, Meghan (2018). Reference sources and services for youth. Chicago:
American Library Association.
5. Martin, Barbara Stein & Zannier Marco (2009). Fundamentals of school library
media management: A how-to-do-it manual. New York: Neal-schuman publishers,
Inc.

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OE 2 :Public Library and Information System

Marks : 25+10+15 = 50
OBJECTIVES
1. To foster the development of professional knowledge to successful public
librarianship
2. To educate and train about range of professional challenges associated with public
library administration and management

Unit - 1 Role of Public Library and Information System

Public Library" Definition, purpose: Development of Public Library System in India
Role of Public Library in Formal and Informal Education
Role of Government and other agencies in the Development of Public Libraries:
UNESCO, IFLA, Raja Rammohun Roy Library Foundation and National Mission on
Libraries including national Knowledge Commission. Organizational Structure of
Public Libraries as depicted in Public Library Acts of States and Union Territories in
India Library Association - ILA, DLA, MANLIBNET, AMCA, SLA etc.

Unit - 2 Collection Development and Management (Print)

Printed Information Sources: Selection, Acquisition, Evaluation
Information Sources for Special Categories of Users: Children, Young Adults, Senior
Citizens, Differently Abled People. Organization and Management of Library Collection.

Unit - 3 Collection Development and Management (Electronic)

Electronic Information Sources: Selection, Acquisition, Evaluation. Audio-Video
Collection, Internet Resources, Websites, Subject Portals, Digital Library Resources

Unit - 4 Management of Public Library and Information System

Library Governance: Composition, and Functions of Library Authority/Library
Committee in Public Library Acts of States and Union Territories in India
Financial Management: Sources of Finance, Financial Provision in Public Library Acts;
Budgeting Methods. Human Resource Management. Resource Sharing and Library
Networking

Unit - 5 Services of Public Library and Information Systems

Circulation Service, Reference service, Reader's Advisory Service
Information Literacy. Extension Services: Author Talk, Book Clubs, Exhibition,
Lectures. Outreach Activities: Mobile Library Services, Online Services

SUGGESTED READINGS:
1. Baker, Sharon L. & Wallace, Karen L. (2002). The Responsive public library, 2nd
ed. Englewood Colo: Libraries Unlimited.
2. Goulding, Anne (2017). Public libraries in the 21st century: Defining Services and
debating the Future. London: Routhledge.
3. Koontz, Christie & Gubbin, Barbara. (2010). IFLA public library service guidelines.
2nd Rev ed. Berlin: Walter de Gruyter & Co.
4. Matthews, Joseph R. (2005). Measuring for results: The dimensions of public
library effectiveness. London: Libraries Unlimited.

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Marks : 50

OE 3 : Internship

OBJECTIVES

One of the main objectives of an internship is to expose you to a particular job and a
profession. While you might have an idea about what a job is like, you won't know
until you actually perform it if it's what you thought it was, if you have the training
and skills to do it and if it's something you like.

Internship for 30 days in reputed Library & Information Centers

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