BACHELOR OF LIBRARY INFORMATION AND SCIENCE
June, 2011
BLS-6 : INFORMATION SERVICES
1.1 Explain the concept 'information'. Now the term 'information' is considered different from the terms 'data' and 'knowledge' ? Do you feel that in the context of library and information science this distinction is necessary ?
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1.2 Enumerate various groups of information users and explain the purposes for which they need information.
2.1 Give an overview of the impact of IC-f in various information services provided by libraries.
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2.2 Mention the different types of information service agencies that are considered as facilitators for information transmission. Describe their functions.
3.1 What do you understand by anticipatory reference and information services ? Describe their different types.
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3.2 Discuss the needs and functions of documentation and information centers. Describe
the services and products that are expected from them.
4.1 What is meant by long range reference service ? Explain the steps that may be employed in providing these services.
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4.2 Explain the characteristics of current awareness services. Briefly describe their types.
5.0 Write short notes on any three of the following (about 300 words each) :
(a) Value of information services
(b) Information analysis
(c) SDI system components
(d) Online searching and databases
(e) ADONIS.
