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Elements of Information Organization and Dissemination
1st Edition - November 5, 2016
Author: Amitabha Chatterjee
Paperback ISBN:9780081020258
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Elements of Information Organization and Dissemination provides Information on how to organize and disseminate library and information science (LIS), a subject that is taught in many international Library Information Science university programs.
While there are many books covering different areas of the subject separately, this book covers the entire subject area and incorporates the latest developments.
Presets an overview of the entire subject, covering all relevant areas of library and information science
Contains bulletpoints that highlight key features in each chapter
Written in an accessible language, this book is aimed at a wide audience of LIS academics
Dedication
Preface
Chapter A. Background
Abstract
A.1 Introduction
A.2 Concept of IOD
A.3 Need for IOD
A.4 Role of IOD
A.5 Nomenclature
A.6 Definition of Documentation
A.7 Main Facets
A.8 IOD Activities
References
Chapter B. Information Sources
Abstract
B.1 Introduction
B.2 Genesis of IS
B.3 Varieties of IS
B.4 Importance of IS
References
Chapter C. Information Users
Abstract
C.1 Introduction
C.2 User
C.3 User Study (US)
C.4 Information Need
C.5 Information Behavior
C.6 Information Seeking
References
Chapter D. User Empowerment (UEm)
Abstract
D.1 Introduction
D.2 Scope of UEM
D.3 Methods of UEM
D.4 Information Literacy
D.5 User Education (UED)
References
Chapter E. Organization of Information
Abstract
E.1 Introduction
E.2 Two Phases
E.3 Identification of Need
E.4 Compilation of Retrieval AIDS/IACR Products
E.5 Characteristics
E.6 Importance
References
Chapter F. Information Service
Abstract
F.1 Introduction
F.2 Four Phases
F.3 Understanding User Needs
F.4 Searching
F.5 Making Presentable
F.6 Transmission
F.7 Characteristics of Information Service
F.8 Information Service in Digital Environment
F.9 Importance of Information Service
References
Chapter G. Current Awareness Service
Abstract
G.1 Introduction
G.2 Current Approach
G.3 Definition of CAS
G.4 Need for CAS
G.5 Characteristics of CAS
G.6 Prerequisites of CAS
G.7 Media of CAS
G.8 New Media of CAS
G.9 Importance of CAS
G.10 Current Trend
References
Chapter H. Selective Dissemination of Information
Abstract
H.1 Introduction
H.2 Definition of SDI
H.3 Need and Objectives of SDI
H.4 Characteristics of SDI
H.5 Work-Flow of SDI
H.6 Operation of SDI
H.7 Advantages of SDI
H.8 Disadvantages of SDI
H.9 SDI Service Providers
H.10 SDI as CAS
References
Chapter I. Index and Indexing
Abstract
I.1 Introduction
I.2 Evolution of Index
I.3 Need of Index
I.4 Definition of Index
I.5 Indexing
I.6 Indexing Ideas
I.7 Indexing Language
I.8 Indexing Process
I.9 Effectiveness of Index
I.10 Advantages of Index/Indexing
References
Chapter J. Indexing Language
Abstract
J.1 Introduction
J.2 Natural Language (NL)
J.3 Indexing Language (IL)
J.4 Types of SIL
J.5 Attributes of SIL
J.6 Theory of SIL
References
Chapter K. Controlled Vocabulary (CV)
Abstract
K.1 Introduction
K.2 Definition of CV
K.3 Characteristics of CV
K.4 Types of CV
K.5 Advantages of CV
K.6 Disadvantages of CV
References
Chapter L. Indexing Methods
Abstract
L.1 Introduction
L.2 Elements of Indexing
L.3 Types of Indexing
L.4 Graphic Representation
L.5 Automatic Indexing
L.6 Selection
References
Chapter M. Assigned Indexing
Abstract
M.1 Introduction
M.2 Chain Indexing (CI)
M.3 PRECIS
M.4 POPSI
M.5 Uniterm Indexing
References
Chapter N. Derived Indexing
Abstract
N.1 Introduction
N.2 KWIC
N.3 Citation Indexing
N.4 Science Citation Index (SCI)
References
Chapter O. Information Consolidation
Abstract
O.1 Introduction
O.2 Meaning and Scope
O.3 IACR Products/Services
O.4 Methodology of IACR
O.5 Advantages of IACR
O.6 Abstracting
O.7 Abstracting Process
O.8 Guidelines for Abstracting
O.9 Pre-Natal Abstracting
O.10 Abstractor
O.11 Abstracting Service
O.12 Advantages of Abstracts
References
Chapter P. Documentation List
Abstract
P.1 Introduction
P.2 Definition of DL
P.3 Need of DL
P.4 History of DL
P.5 Attributes of DL
P.6 Types of DL
P.7 Coverage of DL
P.8 Periodicity of DL
P.9 Method of Compilation
P.10 Advantages of DL
References
Chapter Q. Translation Service (TS)
Abstract
Q.1 Introduction
Q.2 Meaning of Translation
Q.3 Need of TS
Q.4 Demand for TS
Q.5 Kinds of Translation
Q.6 Who’s Job?
Q.7 Machine Translation
Q.8 Translation Pool
Q.9 Cover-to-Cover Translation
Q.10 Librarian’s Role
References
Chapter R. Document Delivery Service (DDS)
Abstract
R.1 Introduction
R.2 Document Delivery
R.3 Inter-Library Lending
R.4 Photocopy Supply
R.5 Soft Copy Supply
R.6 Legal Aspect
R.7 Librarian’s Role
R.8 DDS Providers
References
Chapter S. Community Information Service (CIS)
Abstract
S.1 Introduction
S.2 Community Information (CI)
S.3 Community Information Center (CIC)
S.4 Concept of CIS
S.5 Advantages of CIS
S.6 Digital CIS
S.7 CIS Scenario
References
Chapter T. Evaluation of Information Service
Abstract
T.1 Introduction
T.2 Concept of Evaluation
T.3 Need for Evaluation
T.4 Objectives of Evaluation
T.5 Levels of Evaluation
T.6 Method of Evaluation
T.7 Involvement of Users
References
Chapter U. Information Centers
Abstract
U.1 Introduction
U.2 Definition of IC
U.3 Need for IC
U.4 Types of IC
U.5 Functions of IC
U.6 International ICs
U.7 National ICs
References
Chapter V. Information Systems and Networks
Abstract
V.1 Introduction
V.2 Work-Flow
V.3 Types of Information System
V.4 Orientation of System
V.5 Centralized Systems
V.6 Collaborative Systems
References
Chapter W. Promotion of IOD Activities
Abstract
W.1 Introduction
W.2 Role of UN Agencies
W.3 Role of Other International Agencies
W.4 Role of International Professional Bodies
W.5 Role of National Agencies
References
Chapter X. Standards for IOD Activities
Abstract
X.1 Introduction
X.2 Standardizing Agency
X.3 Need for Standards
X.4 Areas of Standardization
X.5 Standards for IOD
X.6 Standards in Related Fields
References
Chapter Y. Automated Information Organization
Abstract
Y.1 Introduction
Y.2 Auto-Indexing
Y.3 Auto-Abstracting
Y.4 Information Organization Tools
Y.5 Machine Translation
Y.6 Natural Language Processing
References
Chapter Z. Recent Trends in IOD
Abstract
Z.1 Introduction
Z.2 E-Information Service
Z.3 Internet/Web-based Information Service
Z.4 Open Access Movement
Z.5 Digital Repository Development
Z.6 Other Developments
References
Index
No. of pages: 608
Language: English
Published: November 5, 2016
Imprint: Chandos Publishing
Paperback ISBN: 9780081020258
eBook ISBN: 9780081020265
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Amitabha Chatterjee
Professor Amitabha Chatterjee is a well-known name in the sphere of LIS education. He has taught the subject for over 40 years at bachelor’s degree level and over 35 years at master’s degree level in different universities. He retired as Professor and Head of the Department of Library & Information Science, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India. Professor Chatterjee has edited six journals and has published seven books.
Affiliations and expertise
Retired Professor and Head, Department of Library & Information Science, Jadavpur University, Calcutta, India