Adoptions of reference management software among the research scholars of India

Abstract

Background: There were only a few reference management softwares accessible in the 1980s, but presently there are more than 30 reference management softwares available to consumers. Reference management software is an extremely important tool for researchers; it gives error-free references and allows users to move from one referencing style to another in a matter of seconds, such as APA to MLA, MLA to Chicago, and many more. Import, export, highlight, cooperate with others, establish your own library, and so on are all vital functions of reference management software. It also helps us save time. Purpose: The study's purpose was to determine how frequently reference management software is recognized and used in India's central universities. Research Design: The survey method and questionnaire were used to collect data from research scholars at central universities in India. Study Sample: The researchers chose 18 central universities in India, which are offering Ph.D. course in Library and Information Science. Data Collection: 264 out of 347 responses received from respondents. Conclusion: The findings of the study showed that the respondents are aware of reference management software in central universities in India, and hypothesis 1 also proved that library and information science research scholars are aware of reference management software in central universities in India. Suggestion: The study strongly supports the necessity for a training program for the correct use of reference management technologies.