Nagaiah M

@sriraajaraajan.in

librarian
Sri Raaja Raajan College of Engineering and Technology

Nagaiah M

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Library and Information Sciences, Multidisciplinary, Arts and Humanities, Management Information Systems
4

Scopus Publications

83

Scholar Citations

4

Scholar h-index

3

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

  • Utilization of Open Educational Resources (OERs) by College Students in India
    M. Nagaiah, P. Kannan
    Exploring Digital Metrics in Academic Libraries, 2025
    In the information driven society OERs facilitates quality educational resources to the community without expecting anything in return. Here, researcher attempts to understand the utilization level of these resources among the college students. The study aims to evaluate the attitude of college students from rural area towards Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Open Educational Resources (OERs) and the necessity of using OERs among students which will shed light on the internet access, and learning methods. The sample taken from arts and science college students located in Pudukkottai District, Tamil Nadu, India. Samples of 649 were taken from the total population of 26449 students. Most of the respondents came to know about OERs through their teachers and started using it from less than a year before. Furthermore, it was found that librarians were playing a vital role in familiarizing students and teachers with OERs.
  • Challenges and Hurdles in Establishing a Green Library: Strategies for Overcoming Them
    P. Sivaprasad, S. Thanuskodi, M. Nagaiah
    Electronic Green Journal, 2024
    A green library, or a sustainable library, enables us to collaborate with nature to fulfill some of our fundamental needs. This concept fosters a harmonious relationship between our community and the environment; green libraries, in essence, serve as examples for reconnecting with the beauty of the natural world. The purpose of this article is to delve into the practical challenges associated with transitioning a conventional library into a green one, as well as strategies for improvements. It explores topics such as the green library's historical background, its significance in environmental conservation, the librarian's role within it, ongoing green library projects, and initiatives promoting eco-friendly libraries, particularly focusing on India's efforts in this regard. Managing a green library poses several challenges. Firstly, the transformation process involves architectural redesign, incurring construction costs if an existing library is to be converted. Establishing a green library from scratch entails substantial initial expenses. Moreover, daily maintenance is crucial, necessitating proper employee training and ongoing efforts. Maintenance costs and the allocation of manpower are also essential considerations. Furthermore, this article examines the roles of key initiatives such as the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), Sustainable Development Goals (UNESCO), the IFLA Green Library Award, the Green Building Council of India, and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) in advancing sustainable practices within library settings.
  • A STUDY ON AWARENESS AND USAGE OF ICT AND OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES (OERS) AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN RURAL PARTS OF INDIA
    Journal of Theoretical and Applied Information Technology, 2023
  • Application of Lotka's Law to the Research Productivity in the field of Open Educational Resources during 2011-2020
    Library Philosophy and Practice, 2021

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Utilization of Open Educational Resources (OERs) by College Students in India
    M Nagaiah, P Kannan
    Exploring Digital Metrics in Academic Libraries, 225-246 , 2025
    2025.0
  • Challenges and Hurdles in Establishing a Green Library: Strategies for Overcoming Them
    P Sivaprasad, S Thanuskodi, M Nagaiah
    Electronic Green Journal 1 (49) , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 11
  • A STUDY ON AWARENESS AND USAGE OF ICT AND OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES (OERS) AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN RURAL PARTS OF INDIA
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    Journal of Theoretical and Applied Information Technology 101, 3484 - 3495 , 2023
    2023.0
    Citations: 3
  • Lifelong learning through open educational resources
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    National conference on Documentation science and Information Management 1 (1 … , 2022
    2022.0
  • Awareness and use of open educational resources in college students in the Sivaganga District, Tamilnadu, India
    M. Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi, A Alagu
    TRANSITION OR TRANSFORMATION OF LIBRARIES DUE TO COVID PANDEMIC: LESSONS TO … , 2021
    2021.0
  • Awareness and implementation of various sustainable development goals in Tamilnadu - A study
    M. Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    Make in India: Redefined in A Digital Era for a sustainable developmentAt … , 2021
    2021.0
  • Application Of Lotka's Law To The Research Productivity In The Field Of Open Educational Resources During 2011-2020
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi, A Alagu
    Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal) , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 23
  • Scientometric Analysis of Leukemia Research Output During 2010-2019
    K Ayyanar, M Nagaiah, SK Kumar
    Emperor International Journal of Library and Information Technology Research … , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 3
  • Research Output on Lymphatic Filariasis Research: A Scientometric Analysis During 2009 to 2018
    KA K Thiruppathi, M. Nagaiah
    Infokara Research 10 (3), 1-11 , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 2
  • CREATING AND IMPROVING THE DESIGN OF THE LIBRARY WEBSITE AND THE OPAC ONLINE PUBLIC ACCESS LIST USING ZOHO. COM SITES AND AWESOMETABLE. COM: A STUDY
    M Nagaiah, K Thiruppathi, K Ayyanar
    2021.0
    Citations: 2
  • Utilization of open educational resources (OERs) among college students affiliated to Alagappa university in India
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    Linguistics and Culture Review 5 (S3), 1384-1399 , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 8
  • Software for Data Analysis in SPSS: On over view
    M NAGAIAH, K AYYANAR
    Research Methodology in Library and Information Science” (NCRMLIS 2016) , 2016
    2016.0
    Citations: 31
  • SCIENTOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF LEUKEMIA RESEARCH OUTPUT DURING 2010-2019
    K Ayyanar, M Nagaiah, K Thiruppathi
  • LIBRARY INFORMATION SERVICES IN THE USE OF EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONAL IN INDIA
    M MURUGAN, K AYYANAR

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Software for Data Analysis in SPSS: On over view
    M NAGAIAH, K AYYANAR
    Research Methodology in Library and Information Science” (NCRMLIS 2016) , 2016
    2016.0
    Citations: 31
  • Application Of Lotka's Law To The Research Productivity In The Field Of Open Educational Resources During 2011-2020
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi, A Alagu
    Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal) , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 23
  • Challenges and Hurdles in Establishing a Green Library: Strategies for Overcoming Them
    P Sivaprasad, S Thanuskodi, M Nagaiah
    Electronic Green Journal 1 (49) , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 11
  • Utilization of open educational resources (OERs) among college students affiliated to Alagappa university in India
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    Linguistics and Culture Review 5 (S3), 1384-1399 , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 8
  • A STUDY ON AWARENESS AND USAGE OF ICT AND OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES (OERS) AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN RURAL PARTS OF INDIA
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    Journal of Theoretical and Applied Information Technology 101, 3484 - 3495 , 2023
    2023.0
    Citations: 3
  • Scientometric Analysis of Leukemia Research Output During 2010-2019
    K Ayyanar, M Nagaiah, SK Kumar
    Emperor International Journal of Library and Information Technology Research … , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 3
  • Research Output on Lymphatic Filariasis Research: A Scientometric Analysis During 2009 to 2018
    KA K Thiruppathi, M. Nagaiah
    Infokara Research 10 (3), 1-11 , 2021
    2021.0
    Citations: 2
  • CREATING AND IMPROVING THE DESIGN OF THE LIBRARY WEBSITE AND THE OPAC ONLINE PUBLIC ACCESS LIST USING ZOHO. COM SITES AND AWESOMETABLE. COM: A STUDY
    M Nagaiah, K Thiruppathi, K Ayyanar
    2021.0
    Citations: 2
  • Utilization of Open Educational Resources (OERs) by College Students in India
    M Nagaiah, P Kannan
    Exploring Digital Metrics in Academic Libraries, 225-246 , 2025
    2025.0
  • Lifelong learning through open educational resources
    M Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    National conference on Documentation science and Information Management 1 (1 … , 2022
    2022.0
  • Awareness and use of open educational resources in college students in the Sivaganga District, Tamilnadu, India
    M. Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi, A Alagu
    TRANSITION OR TRANSFORMATION OF LIBRARIES DUE TO COVID PANDEMIC: LESSONS TO … , 2021
    2021.0
  • Awareness and implementation of various sustainable development goals in Tamilnadu - A study
    M. Nagaiah, S Thanuskodi
    Make in India: Redefined in A Digital Era for a sustainable developmentAt … , 2021
    2021.0
  • SCIENTOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF LEUKEMIA RESEARCH OUTPUT DURING 2010-2019
    K Ayyanar, M Nagaiah, K Thiruppathi
  • LIBRARY INFORMATION SERVICES IN THE USE OF EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONAL IN INDIA
    M MURUGAN, K AYYANAR