2022 LD4 Conference on Linked Data

This study discusses the importance of collection development as well as the application of linked data technologies in university libraries. Various factors have to be taken into consideration while developing a qualitative collection for the benefit of the users with the application of linked data technologies in the university libraries. These factors may include policies, principles, user orientation of new technology and application, staff training and development, problems associated with collection development, weeding and the use of linked data technologies. It is equally important to evaluate the collections to assess the usefulness of print and electronic collection in the library environment. The paper attempt to emphasize on collection development policy, internet and web-based collections and challenges with the collection development for print and electronic resources and the application of linked data technologies in Libraries.