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This document outlines 12 units that cover topics related to information institutions, information centers, data centers, referral centers, information analysis centers, information sources, national and international information systems and organizations, and various information products. The units progress from discussing the evolution and types of information institutions to focusing on specific types of information centers, databases, and products. Key areas covered include libraries, documentation centers, data analysis, print and non-print sources, and global information networks and programs.
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Contents - MLI-02 Information Sources, Systems and Services
This document outlines 12 units that cover topics related to information institutions, information centers, data centers, referral centers, information analysis centers, information sources, national and international information systems and organizations, and various information products. The units progress from discussing the evolution and types of information institutions to focusing on specific types of information centers, databases, and products. Key areas covered include libraries, documentation centers, data analysis, print and non-print sources, and global information networks and programs.
This document outlines 12 units that cover topics related to information institutions, information centers, data centers, referral centers, information analysis centers, information sources, national and international information systems and organizations, and various information products. The units progress from discussing the evolution and types of information institutions to focusing on specific types of information centers, databases, and products. Key areas covered include libraries, documentation centers, data analysis, print and non-print sources, and global information networks and programs.
1.0 Objectives 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Evolution of Information Institutions 1.2.1 Growth Patterns 1.3 Types of Information Institutions 1.3.1 Libraries 1.3.2 Documentation Centres 1.3.3 Information Analysis Centres 1.3.4 Data Centres 1.3.5 Referral Centres and Clearing Houses 1.3.6 Deinstitutionalised Information Services 1.4 Indian Situation 1.4.1 The Three Era Framework 1.4.2 Research and Information System for Non-Aligned and other Developing Countries 1.5 Institution Building 1.5.1 Prerequisites for Building Institutions 1.5.2 Human Resources 1.5.3 Role of Institutions in Knowledge Based Economy 1.6 Summary 1.7 Answers to Self Check Exercises 1.8 Keywords 1.9 Acronyms Used in the Text 1.10 References and Further Reading
UNIT 2 INFORMATION CENTRES: TYPES AND THEIR
ORGANISATION 2.0 Objectives 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Information Centres 2.2.1 Origin 2.2.2 Definition 2.2.3 Libraries and Information Centres 2.2.4 Need for Information Centres 2.3 Information Centres: Types 2.3.1 By Specialised Interest 2.3.2 By Ownership 2.3.3 By Level of Service 2.3.4 By Variety of Services Provided 2.3.5 By Types of Material 2.3.6 By Service in Terms of Users 2.4 Organisation of Information Centres 2.4.1 Areas of Activity 2.5 Services of Information Centres 2.5.1 Lending of Books 2.5.2 Inter-library Lending of Documents 2.5.3 Photocopy Service 2.5.4 Document Delivery Service 2.5.5 Reference, Literature Search and Preparation of Bibliographies 2.5.6 Referral Service 2.5.7 Newspaper Clippings 2.5.8 Translations 2.5.9 Technical Enquiry 2.5.10 Information Scouting 2.5.11 Current Awareness Services 2.5.12 Abstracting 2.5.13 Information Centre Publications 2.5.14 CD-ROM Search 2.5.15 Online Access to Databases 2.5.16 Internet Services 2.6 Planning an Information Centre 2.7 Examples of Information Centres 2.7.1 National 2.7.2 International 2.8 Summary 2.9 Answers to Self Check Exercises 2.10 Keywords 2.11 References and Further Reading
UNIT 3 DATA CENTRES AND REFERRAL CENTRES
3.0 Objectives 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Data: Basic Concepts 3.2.1 Meaning and Definition 3.2.2 Historicity 3.2.3 Importance and Role 3.2.4 Characteristics 3.3 Data Generation, Compilation and Dissemination 3.3.1 Data Generation 3.3.2 Data Compilation 3.3.3 Data Dissemination 3.4 Data Centres 3.4.1 Meaning 3.4.2 Structure 3.4.3 Functions 3.4.4 Services 3.4.5 Types and Levels 3.5 Committee on Data for Science and Technology (CODATA) 3.5.1 Origin and Development 3.5.2 Functions 3.6 International and National Data Centres 3.6.1 International Data Centres 3.6.2 National Data Centres 3.7 Socio-Economic Data System in India 3.7.1 Definition and Types 3.7.2 Use of Socio-Economic Data 3.7.3 Data Generation and Collection Process 3.7.4 Bibliographical Control 3.7.5 Qualitative Improvements of the Indian National Data System 3.8 Referral Centres 3.8.1 Referral Service 3.8.2 Referral Centre: Definition and Meaning 3.8.3 Need and Purpose of a Referral Centre 3.8.4 Functions of a Referral Centre 3.8.5 Activities of Some Notable Referral Centres 3.9 Summary 3.10 Answers to Self Check Exercises 3.11 Keywords 3.12 References and Further Reading
UNIT 4 INFORMATION ANALYSIS AND
CONSOLIDATION CENTRES 4.0 Objectives 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Genesis of Information Analysis and Consolidation Centres 4.2.1 Barriers to the Use of Information 4.2.2 Information Consolidation: Definition 4.2.3 Objectives of Information Consolidation 4.2.4 Users of Information Analysis and Consolidation Products 4.2.5 Processes in Information Analysis and Consolidation 4.3 Information Analysis and Consolidation (IAC) Centres 4.3.1 Activities, Products and Services of IAC Centres or ICUs 4.3.2 User Groups and Types of IAC Products 4.4 Planning and Management of IAC Centres 4.5 Examples of IAC Centres in India 4.6 Summary 4.7 Answers To Self Check Exercises 4.8 Keywords 4.9 References and Further Reading
UNIT 5 INFORMATION SOURCES:
CATEGORISATION 5.0 Objectives 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Information Sources and Information Resources: Difference 5.3 Information Sources: Categories 5.3.1 Information Sources by Type 5.3.2 Information Sources by Content 5.3.3 Information Sources by Media 5.4 Summary 5.5 Answers to Self Check Exercises 5.6 Keywords 5.7 References and Further Reading
UNIT 6 PRINT AND NON-PRINT SOURCES
6.0 Objectives 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Print Media 6.2.1 Types 6.2.2 Future of Print Media 6.3 Non-print Media 6.3.1 Conventional Media 6.3.2 Electronic Media 6.3.3 Cybermedia 6.3.4 Virtual Reality Products 6.4 Storage Media 6.4.1 Optical Media 6.4.2 Magnetic Media 6.4.3 Microforms 6.4.4 Other Non-Print Media 6.5 Summary 6.6 Answers to Self Check Exercises 6.7 Keywords 6.8 References and Further Reading
UNIT 7 NATIONAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND
PROGRAMMES 7.0 Objectives 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Information Systems and Programmes in Science and Technology 7.2.1 National Information System for Science and Technology (NISSAT) 7.2.2 National Informatics Centre (NIC) 7.2.3 Biotechnology Information System (BTIS) 7.2.4 Environmental Information System (ENVIS) 7.2.5 INFLIBNET: Information and Library Network 7.2.6 National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (NISCAIR) 7.2.7 INDEST Consortium 7.3 Information Systems and Programmes in Social Sciences 7.3.1 Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) 7.3.2 UGC-Inter University Centre for International Studies 7.3.3 UGC-Inter University Centre for Humanities and Social Sciences (IUCHSS) 7.4 Information Systems and Programmes in Humanities 7.4.1 Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA) 7.4.2 National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM) 7.4.3 Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) 7.4.4 Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) 7.4.5 Indian Council of Philosophical Research (ICPR) 7.4.6 National Museum, New Delhi 7.4.7 National Archives of India (NAI) 7.4.8 Central Institute of English and Foreign Languages (CIEFL) 7.4.9 Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL) 7.5 Summary 7.6 Answers to Self Check Exercises 7.7 Keywords 7.8 References and Further Reading
UNIT 8 GLOBAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS
AND PROGRAMMES 8.0 Objectives 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Global Information Systems 8.3 INIS 8.4 AGRIS 8.5 INFOTERRA 8.6 UNESCO Science and Technology Policy Programme 8.7 ASTINFO 8.8 MEDLARS 8.9 CAS 8.10 INSPEC 8.11 BIOSIS 8.12 Summary 8.13 Answers to Self Check Exercises 8.14 Keywords 8.15 References and Further Reading
UNIT 9 NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL
INFORMATION ORGANISATIONS 9.0 Objectives 9.1 Introduction 9.2 National Information Organisations 9.2.1 National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources (NISCAIR) 9.2.2 National Social Science Documentation Centre (NASSDOC) 9.2.3 Defence Scientific Information and Documentation Centre (DESIDOC) 9.3 International Information Organisations 9.3.1 United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) 9.3.2 UNISIST (World Science Information System) 9.3.3 PGIGeneral Information Programme 9.3.4 International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) 9.3.5 International Federation for Information and Documentation (FID) 9.3.6 International Council for Science (ICSU) 9.3.7 Committee on Data for Science and Technology (CODATA) 9.4 Special Organisations 9.4.1 Institute for Scientific Information (ISI) 9.5 Summary 9.6 Answers to Self Check Exercises 9.7 Keywords 9.8 References and Further Reading
UNIT 10 INFORMATION PRODUCTS PART-I
10.0 Objectives 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Newsletters 10.2.1 History of Newsletters 10.2.2 Favourable Factors 10.2.3 Types of Newsletters 10.2.4 Functions/Purpose 10.2.5 Contents 10.2.6 Electronic Newsletters 10.2.7 Benefits of e-mail Newsletters 10.2.8 Bibliographical Control 10.3 House Journals 10.3.1 History of House Journals 10.3.2 Categories of House Journals 10.3.3 Contents of a House Journal 10.3.4 Characteristics of House Journals 10.3.5 Bibliographical Control 10.4 Trade and Product Bulletins 10.4.1 History of Trade Catalogues 10.4.2 Characteristics of Trade and Product Bulletins 10.4.3 Functions of Trade and Product Bulletins 10.4.4 Sources of Trade Literature 10.4.5 Bibliographical Control 10.5 Summary 10.6 Answers to Self Check Exercises 10.7 Keywords 10.8 References and Further Reading
UNIT 11 INFORMATION PRODUCTS PART-II
11.0 Objectives 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Reviews and Related Publications 11.2.1 Characteristics 11.2.2 Preparation 11.2.3 Types and Functions 11.2.4 Examples 11.3 State-of-the-Art Reports 11.3.1 State-of-the-Art of a Technology 11.3.2 Market Reports 11.4 Statistical Reviews 11.4.1 Methods of Evaluation 11.5 Trend Reports 11.5.1 Need 11.5.2 Preparation 11.5.3 Examples 11.6 Technical Digests 11.6.1 Definition and Meaning 11.6.2 Need and Functions 11.6.3 Categories 11.6.4 Planning and Preparation 11.6.5 Examples 11.7 Summary 11.8 Answers to Self Check Exercises 11.9 Keywords 11.10 References and Further Reading
UNIT 12 INFORMATION SERVICES - PART-I
12.0 Objectives 12.1 Introduction 12.2 Literature Searches and Bibliography 12.2.1 Literature Search: Definition 12.2.2 Literature Search: Need 12.2.3 Compilation of Bibliography 12.3 Search Technique 12.3.1 Manual 12.3.2 Computer-based 12.4 Technical Enquiry Service 12.4.1 Definition, Purpose and Scope 12.4.2 Search Technique 12.4.3 Information Sources 12.5 Document Delivery Service 12.5.1 Definition 12.5.2 Need 12.5.3 Characteristics 12.5.4 Types of Document Delivery Systems/Models 12.5.5 Examples of Document Delivery Centres 12.5.6 Electronic Document Delivery Systems 12.5.7 Role of International Organisations in DDS 12.5.8 Document Delivery Service: Emerging Trends 12.6 Translation Service 12.6.1 Need 12.6.2 Translation Process and Translator 12.6.3 Translation Services in S&T Institutions 12.6.4 Translation Activities in Humanities and Social Sciences 12.6.5 Bibliographical Control of Translations 12.6.6 Machine Translation 12.6.7 Translators Associations 12.7 Summary 12.8 Answers to Self Check Exercises 12.9 Keywords 12.10 References and Further Reading
UNIT 13 INFORMATION SERVICES PART-II
13.0 Objectives 13.1 Introduction 13.2 Application of Content Analysis in Information Services 13.2.1 Information Storage and Retrieval 13.2.2 Information Services and Products 13.2.3 Information Centre Management 13.3 Customised Organisation of Information Services 13.3.1 Meaning and Need 13.3.2 Users and their Information Needs 13.3.3 Customised Organisation of Information Services in Relation to Users Needs 13.4 Citation Analysis-based Services and Products 13.4.1 Citation Analysis Meaning and Purpose 13.4.2 Citation Indexes 13.4.3 Products Based on Citation Indexes 13.5 ICT and Customised Organisation of Information Services 13.6 Aids to Information Sources 13.6.1 Table of Contents 13.6.2 Indexes 13.6.3 Cumulative Contents and Indexes 13.6.4 List of Tables 13.6.5 List of Illustrations 13.6.6 Explanatory Notes 13.6.7 Propaedia 13.6.8 Abstracting/Indexing Services 13.6.9 Book Reviews 13.6.10 Guides to Information Sources 13.6.11 Reference Librarian 13.7 Internet as an Aid to Information Sources 13.8 Summary 13.9 Answers to Self Check Exercises 13.10 Keywords 13.11 References and Further Reading
UNIT 14 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION
PROFESSIONALS 14.0 Objectives 14.1 Introduction 14.2 Library Professionals 14.3 Categories of Library Professionals 14.3.1 Library Administrator 14.3.2 Classifier 14.3.3 Cataloguer 14.3.4 Classificationist 14.3.5 Indexer 14.3.6 Reference Librarian 14.3.7 Library and Information Science Teacher 14.3.8 Thesaurus Designer 14.3.9 Bibliographer 14.3.10 Librametrician 14.3.11 Bibliometrician 14.3.12 Content Developer 14.4 Information Professionals 14.5 Categories of Information Professionals 14.5.1 Information Generators 14.5.2 Information Gatherers 14.5.3 Information Processors 14.5.4 Information Recorders 14.5.5 Information Disseminators 14.5.6 Information Translators 14.5.7 Information Condensers 14.5.8 Information Retrievers 14.5.9 Information Quantifiers 14.5.10 Information Preservers 14.6 Summary 14.7 Answers to Self Check Exercises 14.8 Keywords 14.9 References and Further Reading
UNIT 15 INFORMATION INTERMEDIARIES
15.0 Objectives 15.1 Introduction 15.2 Information Intermediaries Characteristics and Functions 15.3 Information Intermediaries in the Post-Industrial Society 15.4 Types of Information Intermediaries 15.4.1 Information Brokers 15.4.2 Information Consultants 15.4.3 Online Vendors 15.4.4 Technological Gatekeepers 15.4.5 Invisible Colleges 15.4.6 Information Filters 15.4.7 Extension Workers, Paramedical Professionals, Block Development Officers, etc. 15.5 ICT and Information Intermediaries 15.5.1 Role of Internet in Intermediary Functions 15.5.2 Filtering Software 15.5.3 Expert Systems 15.5.4 Electronic Brokerage 15.6 Information Intermediaries in India 15.7 Summary 15.8 Answers to Self Check Exercises 15.9 Keywords 15.10 References and Further Reading
UNIT 16 DATABASE DESIGNERS AND MANAGERS
16.0 Objectives 16.1 Introduction 16.2 Information Systems and Databases 16.2.1 Information Systems 16.2.2 Databases 16.3 Database System Design and Development 16.3.1 Phases of Development of Database 16.3.2 Role of Consultants in Information System Design and Management 16.4 Information System Professionals 16.4.1 Operation-Oriented Professionals 16.4.2 Technology-Oriented Professionals 16.4.3 System-Oriented Professionals 16.4.4 Management-Oriented Professionals 16.4.5 Information - Oriented Professionals 16.5 Information Professionals as Resource Persons 16.6 Role of Database Designers and Managers in Training Users 16.7 Summary 16.8 Answers to Self Check Exercises 16.9 Keywords 16.10 References and Further Reading
UNIT 18 MEDIA PERSONS
18.0 Objectives 18.1 Introduction 18.2 Mass Media 18.2.1 Functions, Scope and Expanding Dimensions 18.3 Components of Mass Media 18.3.1 Print Media 18.3.2 Radio Broadcasting 18.3.3 Television 18.3.4 Audio-Visual Media 18.3.5 Motion Films 18.4 Advertisements 18.5 Public Relations 18.6 Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) and Mass Media 18.7 Media Persons as Sources of Information 18.8 Reference and Referral Tools in Mass Media 18.9 Summary 18.10 Answers to Self Check Exercises 18.11 Keywords 18.12 References and Further Reading
UNIT 19 INTELLIGENT AGENTS
19.0 Objectives 19.1 Introduction 19.2 What are Intelligent Agents? 19.3 Test for Intelligence 19.4 Learning in Agents 19.5 Internet Agents 19.5.1 E-mail Agents 19.5.2 Web Browsing Agents 19.5.3 Information Agents 19.5.4 FAQ Agents 19.5.5 Web Mining Agents 19.6 Distributed Agents 19.6.1 Design Approaches 19.6.2 Requirements 19.7 Mobile Agents 19.7.1 Advantages 19.8 Other Intelligent Agents 19.9 Agent Technology 19.10 Summary 19.11 Answers to Self Check Exercises 19.12 Keywords 19.13 References and Further Reading