Information Literacy: How do Librarians and Academics Work in Partnership to Deliver Effective Learning Programmes in Higher Education Das Kailash Chandra1,*, Satapathy Bhabani Kanta2, Acharya Jeoshnamayee3 1Associate Professor, PG, Department of Library & Information Science, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, India 2Senior Lecturer, Pt. Nilakantha College of Library & Information Science, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar, India 3Senior Librarian, Orissa Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patimal, Mahulpada, Dhenkanal, Odisha, India *Corresponding author email id: prof.k.c.das@gmail.com
Online published on 14 August, 2018. Abstract In recent times, it has been very much essential for the institutions of higher learning to facilitate the users ’community to develop necessary information retrieval skills through some fundamental programs like user orientation, information literacy and computer literacy through some modular courses. This paper discusses a brief account of emerging technologies, information literacy, changes in higher education and its impact upon library. It also highlights how faculty-librarian collaboration and the proactive role of librarians in ensuring right information to the right user in the right time and blending information literacy and technologies in higher education. Top Keywords Faculty-librarian collaboration, Changes in higher education, Information literacy, Emerging technologies, Librarian as skill developer, Blended learning, Technology impact on libraries. Top |