Understanding the Awareness of Social Media Integration in Libraries: A Study of Library Professionals in Karnataka
Author(s): Shamala. S & Dr. Vitthal Bagalkoti
Abstract - This study aimed to explore the level of awareness of social media integration in libraries. The results were obtained through a survey of 224 library professionals in universities in Karnataka, which assessed their awareness of social media applications, their use in library operations and services, and related policies and acts. The findings indicate that a significant proportion of library professionals have some level of awareness of social media applications, with somewhat aware being the most common level of awareness. However, a smaller proportion is extremely aware or not at all aware. Additionally, the majorities of library professionals are not familiar with any policy or act governing the use of social media applications in the workplace. These results have implications for designing training programs and policies aimed at enhancing social media skills among library professionals and promoting responsible and effective use of social media in libraries.
Keywords - Social Media, Awareness, Library Professionals, Universities, Karnataka.
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.11.3.2025.1939
Cite This Article As: Shamala. S & Bagalkoti, V. (2025) Understanding the Awareness of Social Media Integration in Libraries: A Study of Library Professionals in Karnataka. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 11(3) 265-273. www.ijrls.in
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