Comprehensive Guide to the Essential Features of a Library
Libraries have evolved far beyond the traditional image of quiet spaces filled with rows of bookshelves. In today’s digital age, they serve as multifunctional hubs of information, learning, and collaboration. With technological advancements and a shift towards digital content, libraries…
Transforming Libraries into Revenue-Generating Hubs: Innovative Strategies for Financial Sustainability
In today’s digital age, libraries are evolving beyond their traditional roles as mere repositories of books. They are dynamic community hubs offering various services, from educational programs to digital resources. However, with shrinking budgets and increased operational costs, many libraries…
Mastering the Craft: Essential Tips and Tricks for Librarians
Librarians play a crucial role in fostering education, promoting literacy, and providing access to information within communities. Mastering the craft of librarianship requires a combination of skills, including organization, communication, and adaptability. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore essential tips…
Alternative websites for OCLC Classify
Library of Congress University of British Columbia Library | UBC University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan National Library of Pakistan Punjab Union Catalogue, Pakistan IndCat- Online Union Catalogue of Indian Universities DDC Summary (First Summary and Second Summary) LUMS- Gad…
The Impact of Pakistan’s Default on Libraries: A Struggle for Knowledge and Access
Libraries have long been regarded as the custodians of knowledge, serving as crucial institutions for education, research, and intellectual development. However, in recent years, Pakistan’s default on its financial obligations has had a significant impact on libraries across the country….
How AI Facilitates Libraries to Support the Visually Impaired
How AI Facilitates Libraries to Support the Visually Impaired Libraries have always been a place of knowledge and learning, providing resources and services to people of all walks of life. However, not everyone can fully access the wealth of information…
Library Genesis and Z Library: A Controversial Realm of Digital Literature
Access to knowledge and information is easier than ever before in the digital era. It has, however, resulted in a complex web of copyright regulations and prohibitions. In the midst of this terrain, platforms such as Library Genesis (LibGen) and…
Mastering Soft Skills: The Key to Success for Librarians
Introduction: Librarians play a crucial role in connecting individuals with knowledge and resources. While technical expertise is important, it is the soft skills that truly elevate a librarian’s ability to provide exceptional service. In this blog, we will explore the…
Unleashing the Power of Google Lens in the Library: Enhancing the Reading Experience
Introduction: In the digital age, libraries are continually exploring innovative technologies to augment their services and provide a more interactive and immersive reading experience. Google Lens, a powerful visual search tool powered by image recognition and machine learning, has emerged…
Features of a modern library
Libraries have been a cornerstone of education and learning for centuries, but the role of libraries has evolved over time. In the digital age, libraries are no longer just repositories of books, but rather dynamic centers of information and resources….
Library Security
Libraries are important community resources that provide access to information, education, and cultural experiences. However, ensuring the security of libraries and their patrons is critical for maintaining a positive and enriching environment. In this blog post, we will explore the…
Virtual Reality in libraries
Libraries are places of knowledge and learning, where people come to read, research, and explore. However, as the world becomes more digital, libraries are also embracing new technologies to enhance their services and offerings. Virtual reality (VR) is one such…
characteristics of a modern librarian
Librarians have come a long way since the days of card catalogs and physical books. With the rise of technology and the digital age, the role of the librarian has evolved to meet the changing needs of society. Today’s modern…
In a world of constant noise and rush, The library stands, a peaceful hush
In a world of constant noise and rush, The library stands, a peaceful hush. A sanctuary for the seeking mind, Where knowledge and wisdom we can find. Here are shelves that hold the written word, Tales of history and the…
how to increase library use
Increasing library use can be achieved through various methods such as promoting library services, enhancing library resources, and improving the overall user experience. Here are some strategies that can be implemented to increase library use: Promote library services: One way…
Effects of TikTok in Young Generation: Views of Pakistani TikTokers
TikTok was created by Bytedance, a Chinese multinational internet technology company headquartered in Beijing and was introduced in 2017. It is a social media application in which users can create 15 to 60 seconds or 3 minutes of short lip…
School Librarian
School Librarian School librarians are responsible for the day-to-day running of the school’s library or resource centers. They acquire, organize and maintain resources that support the learning needs of library users and the needs of the broader school community. “According to Neuman,…
Information Technology Skills Needed By Everyone In The Workplace
Basic IT Skills Being familiar with everyday technology is no longer something that only specialists and devotees need to worry about. In today’s we live in technology-centrically world, it’s vital for us to have basic computing skills that allow everyone…
Problems and Challenges in the field of Library and Information Science/ Information Management Regarding Research
Higher education commission (HEC) recognized institutions should prepare students for effective, extraordinary and competitive research that should be viewed as an invention of involvement in a serious research experience. As Ahmadian (2018) said ‘University needs a research scholar who is…
IT Managerial Trends: Top Technological trends in Libraries and their Effects
IT Managerial Trends: Top Technological trends in Libraries and their Effects The changing role of management due to evolving technologies and what the library management is doing about it Technologies such as artificial intelligence, use of machinery with natural learning…
Changing Paradigms: Library and Information Science into Information Management in Pakistan
Fakhra Khalid Changing paradigms: Library and Information Science (LIS) into Information Management (IM) in Pakistan The change from the industrial age to the knowledge economy, connect with advanced technological development and globalization have revolutionized economies and labor markets, creating continuous…
Vital skills every professional needs to have now
Essential skills you’ll need for career success Fakhra Khalid Generally, skill is referred to the ability, aptitude and capacity to perform a task with excellent outcomes in a given period of time. In simple words to accomplish the tasks successfully…
Ustaad-e-Mohtarram
Ustaad-e-Mohtarram (Dr. Haroon Idrees Late: A Dedicated Teacher) I am writing this article with tears in my eyes and I’m not sure how to describe my thoughts about my great teacher in words (we used to call him “Ustaad-e-Mohtarram”). He…
Naya Pakistan Housing Program
Author: Hafiz Usman Haider Prime Minister Imran Khan launched the Naya Pakistan Housing Program (NPHP). While talking about the program on October 10, 2018 he said that 5 million houses would be constructed under this mega project in the next…
