Libraries at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Date of this Version
2023
Document Type
Article
Abstract
This study aims to understand the services and web-based library resources of Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) libraries. Each library included in the study has a specific webpage and provides standard library information. The content characteristics of the websites of the top five Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) libraries, according to the NIRF ranking 2023, are assessed in this study. We create a systematic checklist to achieve the study's goals, utilizing the availability of literature. The study focuses primarily on the webpages of the selected IIT libraries, examining aspects such as webpage framework, style, layout, library services, and content. It explores how the IIT Library system employs rankings, services, print and electronic resources, and library technology solutions to support its users. The observational approach is utilized as the primary research method for this study. The study indicates that IITs have satisfactory web-based tools and services. Search and advanced search tools are implemented in almost all libraries, allowing users to browse available resources. Furthermore, every library website features hyperlinks to institutional repositories and open-access content. Based on the overall assessment, the IIT Delhi library website obtains the highest rating (77%), while the IIT Madras library website scores the lowest (60%) among the selected IIT libraries. The study suggests that these libraries should transition to the next level of high-tech services, such as dynamic websites, social media networks, and mobile applications, to meet the needs of young and emerging minds.