African Journal of Library and Information Science

African Journal of Library and Information Science ISSN 5721-610X Vol. 8 (5), pp. 001-008, May, 2022. © International Scholars Journals

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Views of student teachers on information technology integration in geography teaching

Hakkı Yazici¹ and Hilmi Demirkaya²*

¹Department of Social Studies, Faculty of Education, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyon, Turkey 03100.

Accepted 3 April, 2022

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine the views of Primary School Social Studies teacher candidates regarding integration of Information Technologies in teaching and learning processes. The sample of the study was composed of 122 student teachers in their third year pursuing their studies in the “Department of Primary Education Social Studies Teaching”, Faculty of Education, Mehmet Akif Ersoy University. The study was conducted in three stages. In the first stage, student teachers were asked to prepare a one-hour lesson plan to find the answer to the question “How much do student teachers who are expected to start teaching within one year integrate Information Technologies in their lesson plans?” Of the participants, 59% were found to integrate Information Technologies in their lesson plans at varying degrees. In the second stage of the study, student teachers were posed an open-ended question to reveal their views on the reasons why they integrated or avoided integrating Information Technologies in their lesson plans. In the third stage of the study, student teachers were asked the following questions: “Do you think that information technologies are integrated in your geography lessons?” and “How much do you plan to integrate Information Technologies in your geography lessons when you start teaching in the future?” The responses to these questions were evaluated. The data obtained were analyzed through descriptive statistics method.

Key words: Geography course, student teacher, IT-information technologies, teacher education, technology.

African Journal of Library and Information Science ISSN 5721-610X Vol. 8 (3), pp. 001-007, March, 2022. © International Scholars Journals

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Knowledge management and new generation of libraries information services: A concepts

Sharma Ajay Kumar

Institute of Management Studies, Dehradun, Uttarakhand – India. E-mail: [email protected]. Tel: 09412156058.

Accepted 6 February, 2022

Abstract

The library will play a very crucial role in the extension and modification of knowledge. The growing need for knowledge management has influenced every component and operation of a library. Knowledge management requires more effective methods of information handling, speedy transfer of information and linking of information with individuals and their activities. It demands library patron centered development of information systems and services and customization of information at the individual level. Libraries have been thought of as being expert at collecting and organizing published information. This paper is intended to be an overview to assist knowledge management in terms of its relevance for library and information science professionals. Development of information technology (IT) and its applications in Library and Information Centers, the concept of document management has been changed to information management and again the entire scenario of information management has started its change to knowledge management (KM). This paper mainly focuses on the concept of knowledge management and the role of library and information professionals in managing the knowledge and information in the digital environment. It also highlights the importance of library and information professionals in the organizations such as knowledge creation, acquisition, preservation and sharing knowledge and information. This paper also describes the development and use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in the library and information centers.

Key words: Knowledge management, ICT, OPAC, information management, library and information professionals, LIS.

African Journal of Library and Information Science ISSN 5721-610X Vol. 8 (2), pp. 001-006, February, 2022. © International Scholars Journals

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Role of technological innovations in improving library services

Har kaur¹* and Preeti Sharda²

¹Government Medical College and Hospital, Sector 32-B, Chandigarh, India.

²Regional Institute of English Sector 32-C, Chandigarh, India.

Accepted 22 January, 2022

Abstract

This paper elaborates on how technological innovations have led to the improved information management and library services. Information technology (IT) and Information Communication Technology (ICT) have changed the information seeking behavior of the users and services being provided by the librarians. Journey from print phase to the era of Electronics (E) has been discussed. How information needs have been changed from asking for a book or a journal to an article or a topic with the provision of E-resources has also been discussed. A survey has been conducted to know the changes in the information- seeking behavior and needs of the medical professionals and librarians in this era of “E”. Increase in the demand of E-resources by the users as well as librarians have been observed with the growth of knowledge to use these resources. In spite of some problem in using E-resources almost every user need E-resources in one or the other form. Provision of E-resources has shown a rapid growth in research. This information explosion, increasing needs of users, lack of self sufficiency and financial crunch has led to the formation of consortia all over the world.

Key words: Changing information needs, electronic databases.