International Journal of Academic Library and Information Science
 

International Journal of Academic Library and Information Science

Vol. 5(1), pp. 8–18, January, 2017. 

ISSN: 2360-7858

DOI: 10.14662/IJALIS2016.070

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The use of Web 2.0 tools are very helpful in constructing our ideas and develop a new vision to look at simple things in different possible and best ways. Web 2.0 Technology endorses the way in which teachers learn, browse information and communicate with students instantly. These tools facilitate distance learning, virtual online learning and e- learning which have transformed the way the teaching learning process a lot. It offers new and alternate modes of delivery and facilitates to reach new potential target groups. The present study attempted to assess familiarity of Web 2.0 and to determine the difficulties faced by LIS faculty while using and teaching Web 2.0 tools in LIS education in India. Survey method is adopted with the help of online structured questionnaire and designed keeping in view of the stated objectives comprising of several types of questions, dichotomous questions (yes/no), multiple choice questions and opinion-based questions. Findings revealed that 95.45% of participants learned through self-practice or through online tutorials.

Keywords: Web 2.0, LIS education, Virtual learning, India

 

Cite This Article As: Singha SC, Sen D, Sarmah M (2017). Reflection of Using Disruptive Web 2.0 Technology in LIS Education and Virtual Learning Environment: A Study. Inter. J. Acad. Lib. Info. Sci. 5(1): 8-18.

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