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Leili Seifi

Leili Seifi

Associate Professor

Full-Time Faculty Member

Faculty: Educational Science and Psychology

Department: Information Sciencs

Degree: Doctoral

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Leili Seifi

Associate Professor Leili Seifi

Full-Time Faculty Member
Faculty: Educational Science and Psychology - Department: Information Sciencs Degree: Doctoral |

I am an Associate Professor at the University of Birjand. My research focuses on cultural heritage, community informatics, public libraries, and information literacy. I have authored over 50 peer-reviewed national and international publications and have been an invited speaker at various international events. I have led nationally and internationally funded grants on information literacy, indigenous knowledge preservation, and database development. I have also played a key role in organizing international conferences and fostering scholarly collaboration. My contributions have been widely recognized by ASIS&T, including the 2021 Infoshare Award, the SIG Member of the Year Award and selection for the 2023-2024 Leadership Program. Under my leadership, SIG-III received the SIG of the Year and SIG Publication of the Year Awards, reflecting my significant impact on the field of library and information science. I am the Chair of the IFLA Library Services to Multicultural Populations Section.

 

 

 

 

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Streamlining cataloging: Indian librarians’ perspectives on publisher-assigned classification numbers

AuthorsLeili Seifi,Subaveerapandiyan A,Priyanka Sinha
JournalTechnical Services Quarterly
Page number187-214
Serial number42
Volume number2
Paper TypeFull Paper
Published At2025
Journal TypeElectronic
Journal CountryIran, Islamic Republic Of
Journal IndexScopus
KeywordsAccess to information; efficient resource management; library cataloging and classification; uniform classification; quality education; digital literacy

Abstract

This study examines the perspectives of Indian librarians on the use of publisher-assigned classification numbers. The research aims to understand the current methods of obtaining classification numbers, the challenges librarians face, and the potential benefits of having uniform classification numbers provided by publishers. Data were collected from 314 library professionals. Key findings indicate significant support for publisher-assigned classification numbers, perceived benefits in terms of time savings and improved cataloging efficiency, and strong advocacy for the involvement of Indian library associations in promoting standardized practices. The study concludes with policy recommendations to enhance cataloging consistency and efficiency in Indian libraries.

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