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Papers by Dr Madhu Patel

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2024

The main aim of this study is to determine the status of implementing the Radio Frequency Identif... more The main aim of this study is to determine the status of implementing the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology in the central library of Jadavpur University, Kolkata; the other purpose is to increase awareness of RFID technology among library professionals and users of the library. RFID technology occurs in many areas of society, such as healthcare, marketing, libraries, etc. For this study, the users and library professionals of Jadavpur University have been selected. This study adopted the descriptive analytical research method, and quantitative and qualitative data were collected to achieve its objectives. The survey method has been used with the help of two sets of questionnaires. The first stage evolved by making a questionnaire to conduct research or gather information from users and library professionals. The second stage included the data tabulated in an Excel sheet and presented for analysis in tabular, bar, and graph formats. The study explained the outline of the RFID technology implementation status, the amount of work done in the library, and the gaps; it also explained the awareness of RFID technology among library professionals and Users and the user satisfaction level towards the library services.

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021

LIS Today, 2023

The study presents the webometric analysis of the websites of 7 Central Universities of the Easte... more The study presents the webometric analysis of the websites of 7 Central Universities of the Eastern India region. The study aims to identify and evaluate the web presence, Domain Name, Domain Authority, Page Authority, Google PageRank, Rich files, Language, and Social Media presence of the selected websites under study. To accomplish the objectives of the study, the Google search engine, some search engine optimization (SEO) tools, and manual website visits have been used to analyse the websites under study. Major findings of the study include that all universities' websites have the same Google PageRank value i.e. 4, the website of Visva Bharti has the highest Domain Authority, Central University of Jharkhand's website has the highest Page Authority, the website of Nalanda University is the single website which uses only one language, i.e. English. All universities have their presence on social media at different platforms. The study is unique and latest in the website analysis category. Very few webometric studies have been conducted on the universities of the Eastern region of India. This study is an effort to fill this gap. The present study concluded with some suggestions that will be helpful for Policymakers and Website developers to enhance their websites and their visibility on the Web.

Library Waves: A Biannual Peer Reviewed Journal of Library and Information Science, 2023

This article gives an insight into the usage of web resources for academic purposes and other act... more This article gives an insight into the usage of web resources for academic purposes and other activities by the users of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Central Library of Mahatma Gandhi Central University. Due to multimedia content, web resources are a better learning tool than textbooks for learners because it promotes dual learning i.e., combining learning and working as well as technology-enhanced educational learning. The study shows the web resources usage patterns, levels, favourite visiting websites, time spent online, and main motivations for utilizing the web resources for their study and academic activities. The study concluded that all users of the library use the web resources for their academic and other purposes. The majority of 90.56% of users use web resources daily for their study and research purposes. 94.34% of users consider educational and research-related web resources reliable on the Internet. 24x7 availability, time-saving and ease of searching are the most attractive features of web resources among the users. However, Low Internet connectivity is the biggest problem among the users in the access of web resources on the web. The majority of 92.46% of users are computer literate. It serves as a source of inspiration for students and researchers interested in advancing learning trends and finding instructional information for their needs.

LIS Today, 2022

Plagiarism is a massive issue in today’s academic field due to the information overflow. It can b... more Plagiarism is a massive issue in today’s academic field due to the information overflow. It can be noticeable at every level of the academic career. Many academicians take shortcuts when working, which leads them to use plagiarism because they are unaware of plagiarism, do not want to break the copy-and-paste culture or are pressed for time. Plagiarism is when someone takes someone else's work and passes them off as their own. Plagiarism is strongly linked to forgery and piracy, both of which are illegal under copyright laws. This is a significant problem for university students and research scientists; everyone must be extremely cautious with their academic work to solve it. This study shows the awareness of plagiarism among the students of two renowned universities in Delhi. It also shows the reason behind the adoption of plagiarism. A quantitative survey was conducted in Delhi with a sample of 100 students from Delhi University (DU) and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The first main finding of the report is that the reasons for plagiarism are a lack of willingness to study and a copy-paste culture. Second, most students learn about plagiarism through lecturers or other sources like web sources. Nowadays, plagiarism has become a punishable offence, so we need to be extra careful about plagiarism.

Library Progress (International)

Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided b... more Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided by the higher education academic libraries to their users, find out their problems in delivering better services to users, followed by the best possible suggestions for overall improvement and development of the libraries of selected higher educational institutions in Motihari, Bihar. Design/Methodology/Approach-To accomplish the objectives of the study, data has been collected through a structured questionnaire consisting of several questions keeping in mind the objectives of the study, followed by personal interviews with librarians or In-charge of the libraries and visits to the selected libraries. Questionnaires were filled by the librarians or incharge of the libraries chosen for study. The quantitative and qualitative both methods were employed to analyse the collected data, and a conclusion is drawn with suitable & achievable suggestions as well. Findings-The study reveals that libraries of all selected higher educational institutions in Motihari have a good collection of library resources and provide user-oriented library services to their users. Research limitations/implications-The study is confined to Academic libraries of selected higher educational institutions viz, Central university and state university colleges situated in Motihari and affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The study examines the resources, services and facilities available in libraries for their users, in this drastically changing environment. Originality/value – The study is unique in its own way as all the studies have been conducted on the use of public & academic library resources & services by its users, but the comparison of academic libraries of higher educational institutions in eastern Indian states, especially in Bihar type state, where literacy rate is still meagre, is still untouched and the present study is an effort put forward to fill this gap. In addition, this study will be also helpful for the other academic libraries to adopt new trends & technology-based services and some suggestions to ensure better services to their users.

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021

This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-No... more This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 Unported License, permitting all non-commercial use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021

Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided b... more Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided by the higher education academic libraries to their users, find out their problems in delivering better services to users, followed by the best possible suggestions for overall improvement and development of the libraries of selected higher educational institutions in Motihari, Bihar. Design/Methodology/Approach-To accomplish the objectives of the study, data has been collected through a structured questionnaire consisting of several questions keeping in mind the objectives of the study, followed by personal interviews with librarians or In-charge of the libraries and visits to the selected libraries. Questionnaires were filled by the librarians or incharge of the libraries chosen for study. The quantitative and qualitative both methods were employed to analyse the collected data, and a conclusion is drawn with suitable & achievable suggestions as well. Findings-The study reveals that libraries of all selected higher educational institutions in Motihari have a good collection of library resources and provide user-oriented library services to their users. Research limitations/implications-The study is confined to Academic libraries of selected higher educational institutions viz, Central university and state university colleges situated in Motihari and affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The study examines the resources, services and facilities available in libraries for their users, in this drastically changing environment. Originality/value – The study is unique in its own way as all the studies have been conducted on the use of public & academic library resources & services by its users, but the comparison of academic libraries of higher educational institutions in eastern Indian states, especially in Bihar type state, where literacy rate is still meagre, is still untouched and the present study is an effort put forward to fill this gap. In addition, this study will be also helpful for the other academic libraries to adopt new trends & technology-based services and some suggestions to ensure better services to their users.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2021

The concept of blockchain technological came into existence from the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoi... more The concept of blockchain technological came into existence from the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin. It is a very new, complex and trusted technology, and researchers are working continuously to find a way to apply this disruptive technology in different areas. This paper discusses a brief concept about the blockchain and the application of blockchain technology in libraries & information centres to enhance better library and information services in the future, as well as at present. This paper provides a basic understanding of blockchain technology, like what blockchain and blockchain technology is, its features, advantages, types, and how it will be helpful in education and libraries? Blockchain is a very disruptive technology that can reconfigure all aspects of society and its operations. This technology is immutable and distributed, making it difficult for transactions to be changed, duplicated, or faked. The study is an initiative to make library professionals aware of this emerging disruptive technology and guide them in taking some actions for the appropriate application of blockchain technology in libraries.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2021

Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided b... more Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided by the higher education academic libraries to their users, find out their problems in delivering better services to users, followed by the best possible suggestions for overall improvement and development of the libraries of selected higher educational institutions in Motihari, Bihar.

Design/Methodology/Approach-To accomplish the objectives of the study, data has been collected through a structured questionnaire consisting of several questions keeping in mind the objectives of the study, followed by personal interviews with librarians or In-charge of the libraries and visits to the selected libraries. Questionnaires were filled by the librarians or incharge of the libraries chosen for study. The quantitative and qualitative both methods were employed to analyse the collected data, and a conclusion is drawn with suitable & achievable suggestions as well.

Findings-The study reveals that libraries of all selected higher educational institutions in Motihari have a good collection of library resources and provide user-oriented library services to their users.

Research limitations/implications-The study is confined to Academic libraries of selected higher educational institutions viz, Central university and state university colleges situated in Motihari and affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The study examines the resources, services and facilities available in libraries for their users, in this drastically changing environment.

Originality/value – The study is unique in its own way as all the studies have been conducted on the use of public & academic library resources & services by its users, but the comparison of academic libraries of higher educational institutions in eastern Indian states, especially in Bihar type state, where literacy rate is still meagre, is still untouched and the present study is an effort put forward to fill this gap. In addition, this study will be also helpful for the other academic libraries to adopt new trends & technology-based services and some suggestions to ensure better services to their users.

Conference Presentations by Dr Madhu Patel

International Conference on Knowledge Management in Higher Education Institutions (ICKHI), 2022

We all know that the Internet is a rich source of information. Most students, researchers and pro... more We all know that the Internet is a rich source of information. Most students, researchers and professionals approach the Internet to find relevant information for their day-to-day work. Finding the pertinent information on the Internet is like finding a needle in the haystack. There are various searching tools available on the Internet such as Search Engines, Directories, Web Indices, Deep Web and Subject Gateways for finding relevant information on the Web. A web directory is an important source of information on the Internet. There are so many directories on the Web having different types of content. This paper describes a brief concept about web directories, their types, features, rules, advantages, limitations and a list of some web directories which are very useful for the students, research scholars, working professionals and faculty members associated with the various disciplines.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2024

The main aim of this study is to determine the status of implementing the Radio Frequency Identif... more The main aim of this study is to determine the status of implementing the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology in the central library of Jadavpur University, Kolkata; the other purpose is to increase awareness of RFID technology among library professionals and users of the library. RFID technology occurs in many areas of society, such as healthcare, marketing, libraries, etc. For this study, the users and library professionals of Jadavpur University have been selected. This study adopted the descriptive analytical research method, and quantitative and qualitative data were collected to achieve its objectives. The survey method has been used with the help of two sets of questionnaires. The first stage evolved by making a questionnaire to conduct research or gather information from users and library professionals. The second stage included the data tabulated in an Excel sheet and presented for analysis in tabular, bar, and graph formats. The study explained the outline of the RFID technology implementation status, the amount of work done in the library, and the gaps; it also explained the awareness of RFID technology among library professionals and Users and the user satisfaction level towards the library services.

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021

LIS Today, 2023

The study presents the webometric analysis of the websites of 7 Central Universities of the Easte... more The study presents the webometric analysis of the websites of 7 Central Universities of the Eastern India region. The study aims to identify and evaluate the web presence, Domain Name, Domain Authority, Page Authority, Google PageRank, Rich files, Language, and Social Media presence of the selected websites under study. To accomplish the objectives of the study, the Google search engine, some search engine optimization (SEO) tools, and manual website visits have been used to analyse the websites under study. Major findings of the study include that all universities' websites have the same Google PageRank value i.e. 4, the website of Visva Bharti has the highest Domain Authority, Central University of Jharkhand's website has the highest Page Authority, the website of Nalanda University is the single website which uses only one language, i.e. English. All universities have their presence on social media at different platforms. The study is unique and latest in the website analysis category. Very few webometric studies have been conducted on the universities of the Eastern region of India. This study is an effort to fill this gap. The present study concluded with some suggestions that will be helpful for Policymakers and Website developers to enhance their websites and their visibility on the Web.

Library Waves: A Biannual Peer Reviewed Journal of Library and Information Science, 2023

This article gives an insight into the usage of web resources for academic purposes and other act... more This article gives an insight into the usage of web resources for academic purposes and other activities by the users of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Central Library of Mahatma Gandhi Central University. Due to multimedia content, web resources are a better learning tool than textbooks for learners because it promotes dual learning i.e., combining learning and working as well as technology-enhanced educational learning. The study shows the web resources usage patterns, levels, favourite visiting websites, time spent online, and main motivations for utilizing the web resources for their study and academic activities. The study concluded that all users of the library use the web resources for their academic and other purposes. The majority of 90.56% of users use web resources daily for their study and research purposes. 94.34% of users consider educational and research-related web resources reliable on the Internet. 24x7 availability, time-saving and ease of searching are the most attractive features of web resources among the users. However, Low Internet connectivity is the biggest problem among the users in the access of web resources on the web. The majority of 92.46% of users are computer literate. It serves as a source of inspiration for students and researchers interested in advancing learning trends and finding instructional information for their needs.

LIS Today, 2022

Plagiarism is a massive issue in today’s academic field due to the information overflow. It can b... more Plagiarism is a massive issue in today’s academic field due to the information overflow. It can be noticeable at every level of the academic career. Many academicians take shortcuts when working, which leads them to use plagiarism because they are unaware of plagiarism, do not want to break the copy-and-paste culture or are pressed for time. Plagiarism is when someone takes someone else's work and passes them off as their own. Plagiarism is strongly linked to forgery and piracy, both of which are illegal under copyright laws. This is a significant problem for university students and research scientists; everyone must be extremely cautious with their academic work to solve it. This study shows the awareness of plagiarism among the students of two renowned universities in Delhi. It also shows the reason behind the adoption of plagiarism. A quantitative survey was conducted in Delhi with a sample of 100 students from Delhi University (DU) and Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The first main finding of the report is that the reasons for plagiarism are a lack of willingness to study and a copy-paste culture. Second, most students learn about plagiarism through lecturers or other sources like web sources. Nowadays, plagiarism has become a punishable offence, so we need to be extra careful about plagiarism.

Library Progress (International)

Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided b... more Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided by the higher education academic libraries to their users, find out their problems in delivering better services to users, followed by the best possible suggestions for overall improvement and development of the libraries of selected higher educational institutions in Motihari, Bihar. Design/Methodology/Approach-To accomplish the objectives of the study, data has been collected through a structured questionnaire consisting of several questions keeping in mind the objectives of the study, followed by personal interviews with librarians or In-charge of the libraries and visits to the selected libraries. Questionnaires were filled by the librarians or incharge of the libraries chosen for study. The quantitative and qualitative both methods were employed to analyse the collected data, and a conclusion is drawn with suitable & achievable suggestions as well. Findings-The study reveals that libraries of all selected higher educational institutions in Motihari have a good collection of library resources and provide user-oriented library services to their users. Research limitations/implications-The study is confined to Academic libraries of selected higher educational institutions viz, Central university and state university colleges situated in Motihari and affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The study examines the resources, services and facilities available in libraries for their users, in this drastically changing environment. Originality/value – The study is unique in its own way as all the studies have been conducted on the use of public & academic library resources & services by its users, but the comparison of academic libraries of higher educational institutions in eastern Indian states, especially in Bihar type state, where literacy rate is still meagre, is still untouched and the present study is an effort put forward to fill this gap. In addition, this study will be also helpful for the other academic libraries to adopt new trends & technology-based services and some suggestions to ensure better services to their users.

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021

This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-No... more This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 Unported License, permitting all non-commercial use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2021

Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided b... more Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided by the higher education academic libraries to their users, find out their problems in delivering better services to users, followed by the best possible suggestions for overall improvement and development of the libraries of selected higher educational institutions in Motihari, Bihar. Design/Methodology/Approach-To accomplish the objectives of the study, data has been collected through a structured questionnaire consisting of several questions keeping in mind the objectives of the study, followed by personal interviews with librarians or In-charge of the libraries and visits to the selected libraries. Questionnaires were filled by the librarians or incharge of the libraries chosen for study. The quantitative and qualitative both methods were employed to analyse the collected data, and a conclusion is drawn with suitable & achievable suggestions as well. Findings-The study reveals that libraries of all selected higher educational institutions in Motihari have a good collection of library resources and provide user-oriented library services to their users. Research limitations/implications-The study is confined to Academic libraries of selected higher educational institutions viz, Central university and state university colleges situated in Motihari and affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The study examines the resources, services and facilities available in libraries for their users, in this drastically changing environment. Originality/value – The study is unique in its own way as all the studies have been conducted on the use of public & academic library resources & services by its users, but the comparison of academic libraries of higher educational institutions in eastern Indian states, especially in Bihar type state, where literacy rate is still meagre, is still untouched and the present study is an effort put forward to fill this gap. In addition, this study will be also helpful for the other academic libraries to adopt new trends & technology-based services and some suggestions to ensure better services to their users.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2021

The concept of blockchain technological came into existence from the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoi... more The concept of blockchain technological came into existence from the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin. It is a very new, complex and trusted technology, and researchers are working continuously to find a way to apply this disruptive technology in different areas. This paper discusses a brief concept about the blockchain and the application of blockchain technology in libraries & information centres to enhance better library and information services in the future, as well as at present. This paper provides a basic understanding of blockchain technology, like what blockchain and blockchain technology is, its features, advantages, types, and how it will be helpful in education and libraries? Blockchain is a very disruptive technology that can reconfigure all aspects of society and its operations. This technology is immutable and distributed, making it difficult for transactions to be changed, duplicated, or faked. The study is an initiative to make library professionals aware of this emerging disruptive technology and guide them in taking some actions for the appropriate application of blockchain technology in libraries.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2021

Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided b... more Purpose-This paper aims to know the library resources, library services and facilities provided by the higher education academic libraries to their users, find out their problems in delivering better services to users, followed by the best possible suggestions for overall improvement and development of the libraries of selected higher educational institutions in Motihari, Bihar.

Design/Methodology/Approach-To accomplish the objectives of the study, data has been collected through a structured questionnaire consisting of several questions keeping in mind the objectives of the study, followed by personal interviews with librarians or In-charge of the libraries and visits to the selected libraries. Questionnaires were filled by the librarians or incharge of the libraries chosen for study. The quantitative and qualitative both methods were employed to analyse the collected data, and a conclusion is drawn with suitable & achievable suggestions as well.

Findings-The study reveals that libraries of all selected higher educational institutions in Motihari have a good collection of library resources and provide user-oriented library services to their users.

Research limitations/implications-The study is confined to Academic libraries of selected higher educational institutions viz, Central university and state university colleges situated in Motihari and affiliated to the University Grants Commission (UGC). The study examines the resources, services and facilities available in libraries for their users, in this drastically changing environment.

Originality/value – The study is unique in its own way as all the studies have been conducted on the use of public & academic library resources & services by its users, but the comparison of academic libraries of higher educational institutions in eastern Indian states, especially in Bihar type state, where literacy rate is still meagre, is still untouched and the present study is an effort put forward to fill this gap. In addition, this study will be also helpful for the other academic libraries to adopt new trends & technology-based services and some suggestions to ensure better services to their users.

International Conference on Knowledge Management in Higher Education Institutions (ICKHI), 2022

We all know that the Internet is a rich source of information. Most students, researchers and pro... more We all know that the Internet is a rich source of information. Most students, researchers and professionals approach the Internet to find relevant information for their day-to-day work. Finding the pertinent information on the Internet is like finding a needle in the haystack. There are various searching tools available on the Internet such as Search Engines, Directories, Web Indices, Deep Web and Subject Gateways for finding relevant information on the Web. A web directory is an important source of information on the Internet. There are so many directories on the Web having different types of content. This paper describes a brief concept about web directories, their types, features, rules, advantages, limitations and a list of some web directories which are very useful for the students, research scholars, working professionals and faculty members associated with the various disciplines.