... and information science Diffusion of innovations Library technology Diffusion model The diffusion of innovations (DoI) theory, as proposed by Everett Rogers (1962) , has long been a valuable and consistent framework for understanding how people adopt new technologies and ideas. One of the most widely...

...Dorcas Bana; Monica Eberechukwu Eze; Lovet Ovigue Esievo Purpose The purpose of this study is to compare the use of electronic resources (e-resources) by undergraduate students in library and information science (LIS) and computer science in two Nigerian universities. Design/methodology...

...), 39 (14.29 per cent) and 30 (10.99 per cent) contributions, respectively. It appears that the coverage of DJLIT, even being an international journal in the field of library and information science (LIS), is not very broad and its scope is broadly confined to India only. Majority...

... of questionnaires was prepared by the authors and furnished to information professionals. Findings – The findings disclose that some SN tools are gaining popularity among Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals in India. The most active professionals are aged 26-35 years; the habits of using SN...

... and dissemination. Research limitations/implications – This study will be a help to the students as well as faculty of library and information science to develop the e-learning model in their respective departments. Students will learn what e-learning courses are being run by various institutions in view...

... of the Maharashtra state of India were considered for the study. Originality/value This is one of the first papers focusing on the use of web 2.0 tools in teaching by LIS instructors in India. India Universities Web 2.0 Library and information science LIS education © Emerald Group Publishing Limited...