Growing Use of Electronic Sources of Information - A User Survey of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah (BGSB) University, Rajouri

Abstract

Purpose: The present study reflects the usage, popularity and effectiveness of electronic sources of information among users at BGSB University, Rajouri.

Methodology/approach/design: The study is undertaken by surveying the respondents and the questionnaire as a data gathering tool is employed.

Findings: The study reveals that there is a growing trend towards the use of electronic sources of information especially among the younger generation.

Research limitations/implications: The geographical area of the study was restricted to research students, research scholars and faculty members of BGSB University.

Key Words: Information sources; e-resources; Print resources; Information communication technology (ICT); e-publishing; Consortia; e-resource usage; Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah (BGSB) University

Paper Type: Research