Impact of Information Technology on the Knowledge and Skill Base of Library Staff in lIT-Bombay: A Study of Management of Change
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1998-03-04
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INFLIBNET Center
Abstract
Information Technology (IT) has radically changed the nature of work. and
as a consequence the context and skill base of many jobs in a library require
evaluation and redefinition. Keeping the libraries in institutions of higher
learning. such as the IIT·Bombay in mind. the author has mentioned the
approaches for developing new skills demanded by the introduction of IT in
the libraries. The Il'I'-Bombay library staff have responded positively to the
changing environment. maintaining a satisfactory balance with traditional
printed based information sources and services. It is well recognised that
there is a substantial educational role for the librarians in familiarizing users
with the networked learning environment and it is already possible to carry
out many of the activities associated with this role in cyberspace.
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Library Staff, Impact of Information Technology, Knowledge and Skill Base, lIT - Bombay