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Identifying the Issues Using the Machine Readable Cataloguing Standard for the Library Automation in University Libraries in Sri Lanka
(3rd International Conference on Library and Information Management, Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2019) Rathnayaka, R.M.D.P.
Most of the libraries in the world have used the Machine Readable Cataloguing (MARC) for the automation their libraries which is the adoption of Manual Catalogue into machine-based system. Some of the versions in MARC are MARC I, MARC II, Universal Machine Readable Cataloguing - UNIMARC and MARC 21. Fifteen University Libraries in Sri Lanka had used Open Source Library Management Systems (OSLMS) and Commercial Library Management Systems (CLMS) for automation. Five out of fifteen University Libraries were selected as the sample. Sixty library staff members had responded for the given a structured questionnaire. It could be pointed out that had no proper level or proper format of MARC in LMSs. The awareness level of staff on MARC and its use were very low. Making union catalogue will be a difficult task because not having unity with OPAC among the University Libraries that is the major problem of the research.
Investigate the issues in applying the Machine Readable Cataloguing Standard for the library automation in University Libraries in Sri Lanka
(4th International Conference on Social Sciences 2018, Research Centre for Social Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2018) Rathnayaka, R.M.D.P.; Ven.Rewatha, P.
Machine Readable Catalogue (MARC) is not a kind of catalogue and is a method of cataloguing based on computer or machine. In 1960, Computers had been used for cataloguing purposes. MARC I, MARC II, UNIMARC and MARC 21 are some of the catalogue standards were introduced in later. 15 University Libraries and two other higher Educational Institution libraries used Open Source and Commercial Library software for automation. The objective was to investigate the issues and loopholes in applying MARC standards for automation in university libraries in Sri Lanka. The Survey design was the method of the study and the sample of the study was Simple Random Sample, 5 University Libraries were selected. A structured questionnaire delivered for 5 for University Librarians. 15 for Senior Assistant Librarians, 10 for Assistant Librarians, 5 for those engaged in the catalogue using MARC and 25 Library Assistants for obtaining primary data. In addition, discussions, interviews, observation and searching Online Public Access Catalogues were applied for primary data collection. Three out of 5 University libraries used KOHA. ALICE FOR WINDOWS and LIBSYS were used in other two libraries. Library using KOHA adopt MARC 21 on rudimentary basis while other libraries apply their own inbuilt standard based on the Library Software. According to the study, there is no proper MARC standard followed as well as no proper levels applied seen. The awareness level of staff on MARC and its use were very low. The complexity of MARC and its diversified fields was the main obstacle they face and 55% of staff endorsed the fact. Due to the time, wasting and related problems were evolved. As solutions, training and awareness programs on MARC and its application should be conducted for the staff. They have to be motivated by giving an interest and awareness for them. 80% of the staff endorsed that proper MARC standard system should be introduced for the use of university libraries. It is proposed a Uniform MARC standard system should be established under the National Library and Documentation Service Board, Sri Lanka.
Issues related to improper use of knowledge organization library standards in university libraries in Sri Lanka
(Book of Abstracts, Annual Research Symposium 2014, 2014) Rathnayaka, R.M.D.P.; Saman Kumara, G.M.
It is necessary for University Libraries (UL) to adhere to Knowledge Organization Library Standards (KOLS) to render an efficient service to their users. Though these KOLS are adopted in UL, inaccurate use of these KOLS have given rise to technical many issues. The causes of these inaccuracies are non-familiarly with these KOLS and the general recklessness on the part of the UL staff. Therefore this research was undertaken to identify KOLS which different universities adopt and problems associated with the use of those standards. The Population of the study was professional and non-professional library staff of UL in Sri Lanka. The sample consisted of 3 Librarians, 9 Senior and Assistant Librarians, 9 Library Assistants and 9 Library Attendants and Laborers in 3 universities.
The Library Trailblazers: A Satisfaction Survey Expedition
(Department of Library and Information Science, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 2023) Rathnayaka, R.M.D.P.
Within the ambit of libraries, library user education is a vital service that serves as a conduit for users to gain the fundamental skills and information needed for efficient information access, evaluation, and usage. Notably, guided library tours are an effective way to introduce new patrons to the library's wealth of resources and provide insightful advice on how to utilize them wisely. The primary objective of this survey was to assess the ability of 2965 newcomers to use the library services of the University of Kelaniya after taking part in a tour of the facility. It also aimed to determine how satisfied these beginners were overall with their guided library tour experience. A complex research strategy included qualitative and quantitative approaches in the quest for a complete understanding. The distribution of structured questionnaires using Google Form was used to collect data, and the outcome was the compilation of a sizeable dataset comprising 343 replies. The distribution of responses across faculties was as follows: The Faculty of Humanities attracted 87 responses (25.4%), the Faculty of Science attracted 81 responses (23.6%), the Faculty of Social Sciences attracted 78 responses (22.7%), and, proportionally, the Faculty of Computing and Technology contributed four responses (1.2%) via the Google Form. Both male and female students demonstrated unwavering pleasure with their library tour experiences across various faculties. In conclusion, this study's results unambiguously support the library-guided tour's effectiveness in providing newcomers with the necessary skills and information, as seen by their noticeably higher satisfaction ratings.