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LIBRARIES
INTRODUCTION—
Library is the collection of books and sources of information made accessible to people for borrowing or reference purpose. The collection of libraries can include books, magazines, newspapers, films, audios, DVDs, maps, manuscripts, e-books and various other formats. Library is organized and maintained by individual, institution or public body. Public and institutional libraries provide their collection of resources and services to people who need material they cannot otherwise have access to. Those who require help for their research can seek the same from the librarian.
A personal library is the one owned by an individual with adequate means. Such libraries are created as per the knowledge and interest of person. Public library is open for all to cater to the interest and taste of all people and contains books on diverse subjects. An institutional library refers to a library that belongs to an institution such as school, college, university or a club, etc. Such library is open to the members of community and caters to their needs and interest.
BENEFITS—
• Libraries play a vital role in imparting knowledge. •Libraries help in learning and expansion of knowledge. • It develops the habit of reading and boosts the thirst for more and more knowledge.
• It adds to what an individual has already learnt and leads to his personal growth and development in life.
• Libraries are especially essential for people who cannot afford costly books and resources for reading and acquiring information. They are the ones who truly understand the value and importance of library.
• Libraries do not only provide resources but also offer service by professional librarians who are experts at searching, organizing and interpreting information needs.
• Libraries provide virtual space for individual and group studies. They also facilitate access to digital resources and internet.
• Modern libraries are extending services by providing material accessible by digital media. Librarians provide assistance in navigating and analysing large amount of information through digital resources.
• Library is the place with absolute silence where one can concentrate on reading. Even though it is open for all people the basic rule for all those who enter the library is to read peacefully and maintain silence.
• People who love reading create their own private libraries. Such ambiance at home has a positive impact on the members of the family. It helps in developing reading habit in children and contributes to their growth and development. It broadens the outlook of the people.
CONCLUSION—
The purpose of school libraries is to support students in learning process. Not only students but libraries also facilitate teachers with access to relevant sources and information for reference and research. Library staff collaborates with teachers to plan, implement and evaluate study programs that will ensure students acquire necessary skills to compete and progress in this fast paced world. Libraries are important part of every educational institute as they provide the right support to students and teachers. Education and library go hand in hand and are inseparable. Library is the essential leap in the development of literacy provided to students in classrooms.
Library is the collection of books and sources of information made accessible to people for borrowing or reference purpose. The collection of libraries can include books, magazines, newspapers, films, audios, DVDs, maps, manuscripts, e-books and various other formats. Library is organized and maintained by individual, institution or public body. Public and institutional libraries provide their collection of resources and services to people who need material they cannot otherwise have access to. Those who require help for their research can seek the same from the librarian.
A personal library is the one owned by an individual with adequate means. Such libraries are created as per the knowledge and interest of person. Public library is open for all to cater to the interest and taste of all people and contains books on diverse subjects. An institutional library refers to a library that belongs to an institution such as school, college, university or a club, etc. Such library is open to the members of community and caters to their needs and interest.
BENEFITS—
• Libraries play a vital role in imparting knowledge. •Libraries help in learning and expansion of knowledge. • It develops the habit of reading and boosts the thirst for more and more knowledge.
• It adds to what an individual has already learnt and leads to his personal growth and development in life.
• Libraries are especially essential for people who cannot afford costly books and resources for reading and acquiring information. They are the ones who truly understand the value and importance of library.
• Libraries do not only provide resources but also offer service by professional librarians who are experts at searching, organizing and interpreting information needs.
• Libraries provide virtual space for individual and group studies. They also facilitate access to digital resources and internet.
• Modern libraries are extending services by providing material accessible by digital media. Librarians provide assistance in navigating and analysing large amount of information through digital resources.
• Library is the place with absolute silence where one can concentrate on reading. Even though it is open for all people the basic rule for all those who enter the library is to read peacefully and maintain silence.
• People who love reading create their own private libraries. Such ambiance at home has a positive impact on the members of the family. It helps in developing reading habit in children and contributes to their growth and development. It broadens the outlook of the people.
CONCLUSION—
The purpose of school libraries is to support students in learning process. Not only students but libraries also facilitate teachers with access to relevant sources and information for reference and research. Library staff collaborates with teachers to plan, implement and evaluate study programs that will ensure students acquire necessary skills to compete and progress in this fast paced world. Libraries are important part of every educational institute as they provide the right support to students and teachers. Education and library go hand in hand and are inseparable. Library is the essential leap in the development of literacy provided to students in classrooms.
