Does the "Sri Lanka scientific technical information network" (SLSTINET) stands to serve the expectations of its networkMembers: a critical evaluation

Abstract

This research paper examine whether the "Sri-Lanka Scientific and Technical Information Network" (SLSTINET) stands to ser\>e the member institutions to meet the expectations of them. The evaluation of the SLSTINET was conducted based on its objectives and selected criteria The Likert's Method of suinmated stating has been used to measure the objectives statement of the SLSTINET The effectiveness of the SLSTINET has been assessed by using chi-square test with 95% confidence level. 'The structuredquestionnaire was used[for this study. This survey covering all the participants of the network, yielded a rich set of data on which statistical analysis was done. The study has found out the effectiveness of the SLSTINET is as 59.13% ± 4.24% at 95% confidence level. As its effectiveness is found above 50%, so it is recommended to continue the network as worthwhile in the light of the recommendations given in this research study.