The scope of academic librarianship : an essential facet of higher education / Ashish Kumar Srivastava.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Academic libraries: an introduction -- Higher education library -- Organizational structure of the library -- Library management system -- standards for libraries in higher education -- Information technology in higher education library -- The academic library in the information age: changing roles -- E-books for academic libraries.

"With the growth of digital technology, the function of the library and librarian in higher education has been greatly extended as a number of issues have arisen. As a result of our technologically driven society, the role of the library and librarian has altered in recent years. This book focuses on academic libraries’ mediating role in supporting teaching, learning, research, and innovation in higher education institutions in terms of collection development, positioning university libraries as research hubs, positioning as a hub for students’ learning and success, technology integration and implementation, fostering diversity and inclusion, open access advocacy, accreditation, and quality assurance, library collaboration and partnership, and organizational development"-- Amazon.com.

"In the modern world, the educational system is rapidly evolving. The impact of significant advancements in computer and communication technology has steadily affected perceptions, attitudes, and tactics of teaching and learning. As a result, in order to meet the requirements of quality education and achieve the expected goals, the entire educational system, as well as academic libraries, must keep pace with the demand for rapid change., Chang-es in the academic sphere are thought to be necessary for the country's future progress. With the growth of digital technology, the function of the library and librarian in higher education has been greatly extended as a number of issues have arisen. As a result of our technologically driven society, the role of the library and librarian has altered in recent years. A library is thought of as the "heart" of a university or other place where people go to get more education. As compared to basic and secondary schools, the role of the library in higher education is far more essential because it is seen as a primary necessity in university education. The library network is essential to the entire academic and research process. The library is a crucial component in the success of any educational program. The role of a library in the educational process at any level, particularly at the college level, is highly important for the overall development of students in areas such as personality, skill, communication, career, and creativity, among others. As a result, a well-organized library is critical for the teaching-learning process in a college, especially as the emphasis shifts away from classroom teaching-centered processes. The importance of libraries in education cannot be overstated. The quality of a college's teaching and learning process is determined by the information collected and disseminated by libraries. Higher education programs all around the world have realized them portance of changing instructional standards. This book focuses on academic libraries' mediating role in supporting teaching, learning, research, and innovation in higher education institutions in terms of collection development, positioning university libraries as research hubs, positioning as a hub for students' learning and success, technology integration and implementation, fostering diversity and inclusion, open access advocacy, accreditation, and quality assurance, library collaboration and partnership, and organizational development. Because information literacy skills play a significant role in students' academic progress, students, particularly international students pursuing postgraduate courses in other countries, may encounter difficulties in locating and utilizing library resources. The goal of this book is to examine and explore the information literacy abilities, challenges, and demands of international and domestic university students. The book paves the way for academic librarians to take a leadership position in higher education institutions by exploiting chances to contact students during critical learning times outside of the classroom"-- Back cover.