Guest Lecture: Open Access Library: Beneficial for Research

School: School of Design
Name of the Department: Department of Fashion & Textiles
Name of the Activity: Guest Lecture 

Date: 20 th December 2024 

Venue: A 503
Topic on which activity was organized: Open Access Library: Beneficial for Research
No. of Participants:

• M.Sc./M.Com Fashion Design (Sem-II & I IV): 04

• Ph.D Fashion Design : 04

Objective of the Activity:

The lecture aimed to familiarize students with the concept of open-access library and how these resources can enhance the research process by providing free and unrestricted access to a wide range of academic resources.

Description:
The Department of Fashion & Textiles successfully organized a guest lecture on “Open Access Library: Beneficial for Research” on 20th December 2024. The session was attended by M.A./M.Sc./M.Com Fashion Design Semester IV and II students, as well as Ph.D. scholars. 

The resource person, Dr. Sonal Jain, an expert in library sciences, delivered a comprehensive and engaging lecture. She emphasized the importance of open -access libraries in sharing knowledge widely and enabling researchers to access high-quality academic resources without financial limitations. 

Dr. Jain introduced the participants to several popular open-access platforms including EBSCO, JSTOR, ProQuest, DOAB, DOAJ, DELNET, and institutional repositories. She also provided guidance on the ethical usage of open-access materials, and emphasis the importance of maintaining academic integrity. 

The session was interactive, with students and scholars asking questions about the practical use of open-access libraries for their research. Dr. Jain addressed their queries and shared valuable tips for effective resource management. 

Outcome of the Activity:

The attendees found the session highly insightful and appreciated the opportunity to gain practical knowledge about open-access libraries. The lecture expected to enhance the quality and scope of their research through these valuable resources.