Mobile Technology and Library Services in
Bharathidasan University Library
Adhisivam.S
Manivel.D
Rajeshkumar.R
Abstract
This paper is highlights over vies of mobile phone how its helps to access the Resources and services in Bharathidasan University campus.Mobile technology is fast becoming the most preferred method for connecting to the internet , especially for Access to E-Resources, E-Mail,Information Alert service,Library Virtual tour, status of the book in the library etc,Librarians,E-Mail, to know more about.The Book feature a nice mix of hard data ,information on the present state of mobile services in libraries,and theory about the future of mobile technology.This article is will make the awareness of mobile technology uses to library professionals.
Introduction
As the information revolution continues to unfold, Library will experiment with mobile devices and services to support the information needs of their user wherever they may be. Mobile technology is fast becoming the most preferred method for connecting to the Internet,especially for Access to E- Resources,E-Mail,Information Alert service, Library Virtual tour status of the book in the library etc .,Librarians must aware and utilize this technology and integrate themselves into the mobile realm if they wish to deliver enhanced user services.Mobile Technology themselves into the mobile realm if they wish to deliver enhanced user services. Mobile Technology and libraries is a practical,easy-to-follow new resource that will walk you through the start-to- finish steps for strengthening your library’s mobile presence.
How to connect the Mobile to Internet
Select the wi-fi icon in the mobile phone and click to connect the network, once it connected come out fom the wi-fi window. Then click the internet icon to enter the username and password for your autherntication.
SMS Service at Bharathidasan University
Bharathidasan University Library offering SMS service to Library users using way way2SMS.com and offers unlimited free SMS text messaging to any mobile. The messages are delivered almost instantly. It worked well on all Mobile.At Way2SMS we are keeping address book of library Users. We have created Groups and sending group and individual message for the following services:
- Last date for return the books
- ID card issuing etc.,
New Arrivals of Books
Bharathidasan University Library offers current awareness service for books and Journals for students, researchers, faculty and other staff.The new arrivals of document list is available in display counter and also upload in to the library website.The library users can access this site though their mobile phone.
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Bharathidasan University
Access to E-Resources
Student, scholars, Faculty and other staff can access the Electronic Resources use of mobile phones. (Mobile phone shone have wi-fi facilities).Wi-fi hotspot or 3G Connection, it is Supporting and convenient access to the internet, email and blogs. The built in accelerometer automatically adjusts to portrait or landscape views, you get the best views out of their mobile.
Access to Web OPAC in Koha
BDU Library provides a web-based access to the catalogue of books,journals and other reading materials available in its collection .A user-friendly web interface provides various options including author,title,keyword,combinational search,etc.,to search the library holdings. Members can also check the status of each book and overdue, etc.
Talk with Librarian
A Reference Librarian can help you identify and retrieve appropriate resources to satisfy the users information needs, provide help in using a variety of computer systems and information resources. If the users have any query or clarifications directly they talk with Librarian.
Online Document Delivery Service
Books/Journal articles(not available with us)may be obtained from other libraries on request. For any queries regarding this service please drop a mail to [email protected]. While receiving the document from other institutions, we are informing through to concern requester and they will get the alert in their mobile.
Conclusion
- Mobile technology is here to stay
- Mobile technology is another vehicle for information
- Mobile technology is another way to meet our users where they are at
- Our content should be portable or have the ability to be ported
- Library users no need to pay any amount for access the internet with in the campus.
Mobile devices and services raise issues of access to information in the digital age. Librarians need to know more about Mobile technologies .The book features a nice mix of hard data information on the present state of mobile services in library, and theory about the future of mobile technology. Librarians must keep pace with this trend and integrate themselves into the mobile realm if they wish to deliver enhanced user services.