LIS EDUCATION IN E-LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: PROBLEMS AND PROPOSAL FOR BANGLADESH

Introduction: E-learning as an advanced system for learning through Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) is becoming an engine of innovation in education. In LIS education, it is becoming popular day by day due to its applicability and recognized as a suitable mode of education. This system also changes the library and information services, changing the role of information professionals and unwrap a new vista for effective and efficient environment for library education. Method: In order to provide a detailed analysis of the literature on e-learning in LIS education many webliographic sources were consulted. Current situation of e-learning in Bangladesh, documentary sources and direct observations are the major methods of this article. Result: This study examines the LIS education in e-learning environment and its implications in other areas. This study also gives an overview of e-learning education systems in Bangladesh and finds out problems of e-learning in LIS educations in Bangladesh. To reach information superhighway and face the e-learning environment, Bangladesh needs a proposal to acquaint with this system. It provides a proposal to apply distance and e-learning modes adopted by different LIS institutions in Bangladesh. This article also makes some recommendations for implementing the proposal. Conclusion: In 21 century, learning mode is increasingly relying on various forms of electronic delivery and communications. E-learning is now widely used to promote distance education in an effective way. Bangladesh needs an immediate dedicated decision to ensure an appropriate e-learning environment in LIS education.