International Journal of Digital Library Services (IJODLS)
Jan-March 2012, Volume-2, Issue-1, ISSN:2250-1142
WEB-BASED LIBRARY CLASSIFICATION SCHEMES LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR LIS EDUCATION
MISS. PRANALI B. GEDAM AND DR. ASHWINI PARADKAR
ABSTRACT
The study highlights on Web-Based Library Classification Schemes in this paper. Web-based mode of teaching is gradually evolving as an important component of LIS education in India. Library Classification Schemes are extremely helpful to classify books which are important portion for study in LIS education. They use as a tool to classify universe of knowledge. The study deals with Online Accessible Library Classification Schemes especially ‘WebDewey’ (Online product of DDC 22nd ed.) and ‘UDC Online’ (UDC) in the paper. These are constantly updated Library Classification schemes. This study mainly describes Library Classification, Web-based learning, Impact of Web on Library Classification Schemes, Objectives of Web-based Library Classification Schemes, Web-Based Library Classification Schemes- WebDewey, UDC Online.
