Madras University (UnOM) 2006 Bachelor of L.I.Sc. Information Services - Question Paper

Time: three hours
Maximum: 100 marks

ans ALL ques..
All ques. carry equal marks

1. (a) describe reference service. explain the different steps involved in rendering long range reference service. [Marks 20]
Or
(b) explain the methods of organising user education programme in a University library.

2. (a) What is current awareness service? explain briefly different kinds of current awareness services. [Marks 20]
Or
(b) explain the structure and functions of NISSAT.

3. (a) explain the need for and importance of translation services. [Marks 20]
Or
(b) discuss the procedures followed in the compilation of a subject bibliography on cloning.

4. (a) explain the objectives, structure and services of NASSDOC. [Marks 20]
Or
(b) Write an essay on documentation activities of DESIDOC.

5. Write short notes on any 3 of the following: [Marks 20]
(a) Initiation in a school library
(b) SDI
(e) Referral service
(d) Reference service
(e) Qualities of the reference librarian.

Earning:   Approval pending.