Workplace Learning Among Library Professionals of University Libraries in Kerala

  • Mohamed Haneefa University of Calicut
  • Mohammed Irfan P.P. University of Calicut
  • Shyni K.G. University of Calicut
Keywords: Workplace learning, training and development, continuing professional development

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate the workplace learning among the library professionals in university libraries in Kerala. Structured questionnaires were employed to collect data from a representative sample of 100 library professionals from the central libraries of the University of Kerala, Mahatma Gandhi University, and University of Calicut. The analysis shows that majority of the library professionals are engaged in workplace learning. It is found that formal learning methods contribute much for workplace learning in the libraries. The library professionals engage in workplace learning to keep them up-to-date. Most of the professionals are self motivated and they acquire the skills for digital library development through these learning interventions.

dx.doi.org/10.14429/djlit.35.5.8586

Published
2015-09-10
How to Cite
Haneefa, M., Irfan P.P., M., & K.G., S. (2015). Workplace Learning Among Library Professionals of University Libraries in Kerala. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 35(5). https://doi.org/10.14429/djlit.35.5.8586
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Papers