Online Database Use by Science Research Scholars of Alagappa University, Karaikudi

Abstract

The main aim of this chapter is to create awareness among the researchers about online database resources and to promote effective access to electronic products. A well-equipped and well managed library is the foundation of modern education structure. It is said that education without library services is like a body without soul, a vehicle without and engine, and building with bricks but no cement. The library is the chief instrument for accumulating and using our intellectual heritage. This research work will bring out tremendous changes in the working style of the libraries. University library is a way of making educational and research data and information available to faculty, researchers, students, and others at the institutions and worldwide. A well-structured questionnaire was employed to test the variables using statistical tools.

Research Trend Analysis of Usage of E- Resources in Libraries Using Scopus Database

“…Zibani and Kalusopa (2019) describe e-resources as "the electronic information sources or services that are accessed through a computing network or any other ICT infrastructure in the library or remotely". And according to Suresh and Ravi (2020), "an electronic resource is defined as a resource which requires computer access or any electronic product that delivers a collection of data…".…”