• Start Date:
• Jan. 18, 2024
• Price: Rs. 15000 /-

About the Course

This course is designed for adult learners at the Master's level to provide a comprehensive understanding of various dimensions of education within the context of library and information management. The course has several key objectives. The course develops a deep understanding of the philosophical and pedagogical foundations of library and information education. The important goal of the course is to provide students with practical knowledge in library and information center management. It equips learners with the skills and expertise needed to effectively oversee and administer libraries and information centers, ensuring that they are well-prepared for real-world responsibilities in this field. The purposes of the course is to make students proficient in the organization of knowledge, including classification and cataloging. This ensures that learners will be capable of effectively organizing and managing information resources, enhancing their ability to provide organized and accessible content to library users. It also enables students to understand the role of digital technology in library and information centers, as well as in information sources and services. The course acknowledges the increasingly digital nature of modern libraries and information management and ensures that students are well-informed about the latest technological trends and their impact on the field.

The course explores philosophical, pedagogical, and practical aspects of library and information education, providing students with a well-rounded foundation in this field. The course is divided into four modules, each focusing on specific areas of library and information education. Module One: Conventional and Progressive library and information management perspectives (Library, Information and Society), Module Two: Library and Information Centre Management, Module Three: organization of knowledge (Classification and Cataloguing), and Module Four: Information Source and Services; Digital technology in library and information Centre.