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Role of Digital Library in Open and Distance Learning: Challenges and Opportunities


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1 IGNOU Regional Centre, Ranchi 834022, Jharkhand, India
2 Central Library, Ranchi University, Morabadi, Ranchi 834008, Jharkhand, India
     

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The paper discusses the need for digital libraries for open and distance learners in India. It also highlights the various features of the digital libraries for open and distance learners; looks into the problems and issues related to the provision of library services to the open and distance learners in India. Utility of digital libraries is further examined and strategies for its adoption are suggested.

Keywords

Digital Library, Open Distance Learning.
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Basanta Kumar Das
IGNOU Regional Centre, Ranchi 834022, Jharkhand
India

Sanjay Kumar Karn
Central Library, Ranchi University, Morabadi, Ranchi 834008, Jharkhand
India


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Authors

Basanta Kumar Das
IGNOU Regional Centre, Ranchi 834022, Jharkhand, India
Sanjay Kumar Karn
Central Library, Ranchi University, Morabadi, Ranchi 834008, Jharkhand, India

Abstract


The paper discusses the need for digital libraries for open and distance learners in India. It also highlights the various features of the digital libraries for open and distance learners; looks into the problems and issues related to the provision of library services to the open and distance learners in India. Utility of digital libraries is further examined and strategies for its adoption are suggested.

Keywords


Digital Library, Open Distance Learning.

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