Web 2.0 Usage in University Libraries in Karachi
Journal Title: Academic Research International - Year 2014, Vol 5, Issue 5
Abstract
Library services are reshaping round the clock and paradigm shift from manual to virtual space. Users to Users (U2U) service sharing information, ideas, views, comments, blogging, tagging frequently updating of information on web domain and instant replies of users query is big challenge task for the information experts and librarian. Information handling is become testing task due to opening of multiple channels of information. Dynamic role of information via web 2.0 create an unlimited responsibility to information provider, facilitator and users. The topic is so significant due to its importance because it’s directly link with the skills of library professionals if they have good skills & technique related to web this will be more beneficial for library users. In this challenging environment we review the Web 2.0 technology impact universities Librarian in Karachi which is the mega city of Pakistan. The purpose of this research study is to find the librarians and library staff Web 2.0 skills at universities in Karachi.
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Muhammad Ali
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