Sandeep S. Pradhan,
Sanjay S. Bhutamwar,
- Research Scholar, IHLR&SS, Sardar Patel Mahavidyalaya, Chandrapur,, Maharashtra, India
- Librarian, IHLR&SS, Sardar Patel Mahavidyalaya, Chandrapur,, Maharashtra, India
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to analyze and examine the design and content information presented in library website/webpages of institutes of NITs across India. Website content organization and effectiveness can be measured utilizing content analysis techniques specifically under a prepared checklist to evaluate the website design and content of the library websites/webpages. In this study the library website/webpages design, functionality, usability and productivity of NITs libraries websites/webpages have been determined under the checklist parameter which includes evaluative indicators of design and content of website/webpages. A Comparative Checklist was created to recognize and analyze different points related to content and design of website/webpages. Study findings and observations indicate that there is variation in design and content presentation in most NITs library websites/webpages. Only one-fourth of NITs have separate websites with secure web URL addresses for their libraries. More than half of the libraries use text, images, and graphics in webpage design using only the English language. This study also reveals that most NITs libraries fail to provide additional aids, tools, and features like language selection options, font resize, site map, and search bar in their library websites. Utilizing the findings and observations of this study, NIT website quality, usability, and accessibility can be improved and increased.
Keywords: Content analysis, library website, NIT, web content analysis, webometrics, website accessibility, website design, website usability
[This article belongs to Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences ]
Sandeep S. Pradhan, Sanjay S. Bhutamwar. Accessibility and Design Analysis of Library Websites/Webpages of National Institute of Technology (NITs) in India. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2026; 13(01):76-84.
Sandeep S. Pradhan, Sanjay S. Bhutamwar. Accessibility and Design Analysis of Library Websites/Webpages of National Institute of Technology (NITs) in India. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2026; 13(01):76-84. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joals/article=2026/view=238812
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Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 01 |
| Received | 31/01/2026 |
| Accepted | 07/02/2026 |
| Published | 19/03/2026 |
| Publication Time | 47 Days |
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