Exploring the Shifts in Reading Habits and ICT Use Among the Law Students and Law Teachers
Author(s): Dr. B. Santhi
Abstract - The growth of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has significantly influenced various aspects of education, including legal studies. This research paper primarily aims to investigate the impact of Information and communication technologies on the reading habits of law students and teachers in the legal field. In the present world, the usage of ICT and frequency of web resource utilization have expanded, thus it is essential to understand how students and teachers access and utilize digital platforms is essential. It focuses on their academic engagement.
With digital and traditional resources. This paper includes primary data collected from law students and law teachers. This study examines the role of social media and various ICT tools in legal education. These collected data provide insights into digital literacy levels, preferences for traditional versus digital reading materials, and the role of social media in academic activities. It also identifies commonly used digital resources like online case databases, e-journals, and legal blogs, emphasizing their growing importance in both studies and professional development. Social media platforms are particularly useful for case discussions, academic collaborations, and knowledge sharing. The study ultimately suggests ways to improve digital literacy, expand access to technology, and balance traditional and digital learning methods to enhance legal education. The study suggests that improving technology accessibility involves integrating digital resources into traditional learning methods and adopting a balanced approach to legal education in the digital world.
Keywords - Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Social media, Legal Education, Reading habits, Digital Learning, Academic Engagement.
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.11.3.2025.1918
Cite This Article As: B .Santhi (2025) Exploring the Shifts in Reading Habits and ICT Use Among the Law Students and Law Teachers International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 11(3) 98-107. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-1918 Page: 98-107 Publication Date: 04 August 2025