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Role of Digital Libraries in supporting E-Learning. Rachna Patnaik Head, Library & Documentation Division, Space Applications Centre, ISRO Ahmedabad rachna@sac.isro.gov.in. 2 nd August, 2017. CALIBER, 2017. Introduction.
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Role of Digital Libraries in supporting E-Learning Rachna Patnaik Head, Library & Documentation Division, Space Applications Centre, ISRO Ahmedabad rachna@sac.isro.gov.in 2nd August, 2017 CALIBER, 2017
Introduction • Libraries are repositories of knowledge and the impact of information technology has changed the face of traditional libraries to digital libraries. • Digital libraries are supporting E-learning which has emerged as a boon as it involves learning through information and communication technology. • E-learning includes online/computer based learning in the form of webinars, discussion forums, chats, audios, videos. CALIBER, 2017
E-Learning • . CALIBER, 2017
E-learning through various modes INTERNET Online Learning Discussion Forums Video conferencing Computer-based Learning Webinars Chat CALIBER, 2017
Digital Libraries supporting E-Learning • The Space Applications Centre (SAC) digital library is developed on DrupalContent management system (CMS). • The portal provides a platform for managing scattered information resources. • It allows learners to use digital resources remotely without even knowing where it is stored. CALIBER, 2017
SAC Library portal CALIBER, 2017
Online Learning • The current content pages of books and journals are downloaded/scanned and linked which are accessible from OPAC. Content Pages of Books/Journals CALIBER, 2017
Online Learning : E-Books • Library has procured E-books and are linked with OPAC. CALIBER, 2017
Online Learning : Digitized Journals • Full-text access of House • Publications from OPAC CALIBER, 2017
E-Learning :CD/DVD Access • Library has a collection of CD/DVDs which are mapped on 100 TB Network Attached Storage (NAS) which are accessible from desktop. Accessing CD/DVD from OPAC CALIBER, 2017
E-Learning : NPTEL Videos • The National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) videos are mapped on NAS that can be accessed through portal. CALIBER, 2017
Online Learning : Institutional Repository • The Institutional Repository of SAC library uses DSpace open source software which is linked with portal . CALIBER, 2017
E-Books CALIBER, 2017
News Clippings CALIBER, 2017
Online Learning : Hindi Language Laboratory • The content available in this laboratory are video, audio materials, Hindi e-books and software tools for learning Hindi. CALIBER, 2017
Virtual Reference Service • Library has incorporated virtual reference service in portal through discussion forum where learners can discuss, exchange views, expertise on a topic. Discussion Forum CALIBER, 2017
Book Reviews • The indenter of the book is requested to deliver a talk on the book and presentation is linked to the portal. CALIBER, 2017
Webinars CALIBER, 2017
E-Learning Platform - Moodle CALIBER, 2017
Conclusion • SAC Library is supporting E-learning and is in process of using Moodle an open source learning management system for learners. • It is the responsibility of library professionals to develop their skills to meet challenges posed by e-learning environment. CALIBER, 2017