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Dr. W.R.W.M. Anoma U. Weerakoon

Dr. W.R.W.M. Anoma U. Weerakoon

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Dr. Anoma Weerakoon is a Senior Assistant Librarian at the Open University of Sri Lanka, in charge of the Kandy Regional Centre Library. She holds a B.Sc. (Special) Degree in Botany from the University of Peradeniya, a PhD in Plant Sciences from the same university, and an MSSc. in Library and Information Science from the University of Kelaniya.

working experience

Senior Assistant Librarian

2014 - Present

Institute: The Open University of Sri Lanka

Assistant Librarian

2006 - 2014

Institute: The Open University of Sri Lanka

Visiting Lecturer (BALIS)

2019 - Present

Institute: The Open University of Sri Lanka

Visiting Lecturer (MLIS)

2018 - Present

Institute: National Institute of Library and Information Sciences

Visiting Lecturer

Intermittent: 2009 - 2024

Institute: Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka

Visiting Lecturer (Department of Agricultural & Plantation Engineering)

2011 - 2019

Institute: Faculty of Engineering Technology, The Open University of Sri Lanka

Consultant - Bachelor of Industrial Studies (Agriculture)

2013

Institute: Faculty of Engineering Technology, The Open University of Sri Lanka

Research Assistant

2002 - 2006

Institute: Department of Botany, University of Peradeniya

Demonstrator

2001 - 2002

Institute: Department of Botany, University of Peradeniya

English Language Teacher (SLTS)

1995 - 1998

Institute:

teaching experience

Library Service Marketing and Communication (HSU 6303)

2019 - Present

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (HSS)

Documentation Theory and Practice (HSU 6301)

2019 - Present

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (HSS)

Library Management (HSU 4304)

2025

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (HSS)

Research Methodology (HSU 6406)

2019 - Present

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (HSS)

Research Methods in Nursing (NGU 5303) – Information Searching, Evaluating and Reference Management

2020 - 2026

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (FHS)

Research Methodology (ZYU 5313)

2019 - 2024

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (FNS)

Research Methods (ZYEA 314) – Medical Entomology: Literature Searching and Reference Management (Postgraduate)

2021 - 2024

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (FNS)

Research Methods (NGE 9201) – Nursing: Literature Searching and Reference Management (Postgraduate)

2022 - 2024

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (FHS)

Organization of Knowledge and Bibliographic Control (PGDip 8113) (Postgraduate)

2018 - 2026

Institution: National Institute of Library and Information Sciences (NILIS)

Knowledge Management in Library Operations (HSU 6302)

2019 - 2023

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (HSS)

Postharvest Biology and Technology (AEI 3236, 5244 / AGI 3552, 4561)

2011 - 2019

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (FET)

Plant Growth and Development (BTU 3103)

2009 - 2011

Institution: The Open University of Sri Lanka (FNS)

awards

Best Presenter (Peradeniya University Research Sessions)

2001

Institution: University of Peradeniya

education

Master of Social Sciences (MSSc.) in Library and Information Science

2014

University: University of Kelaniya

PhD in Plant Science (Research Specialization: Postharvest Pathology of Fruits and Vegetables)

2009

University: University of Peradeniya

B.Sc. (Hon.) in Botany (Special Degree)

2001

University: University of Peradeniya

Publications

A Scientometric Review of Trends, Knowledge Gaps and Future Directions of Citizen Science Research Related to Climate Change

2026

COLLNET
University Libraries: Your Gateway to Citizen Science Success

2026

Information Matters
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Bridging Science and Society: Libraries as Partners in Citizen Science: A Rapid Review of Literature

2025

Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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Citizen Science Awareness among University Librarians in Sri Lanka: A Pilot Study

2025

15th International Conference of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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Community Development: From Outreach to Citizen Science

2025

Newsletter of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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Innovative Libraries, Inclusive Communities: Building Bridges through Knowledge

2025

Editor-in-Chief: Proceedings of the NILIS International Research Symposium
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User Engagement with Promotional Activities: A Case Study of the Open University of Sri Lanka Kandy Regional Centre Library

2025

International Research Conference of the Open University of Sri Lanka
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Information Seeking among Law Undergraduates at the University of Peradeniya: Identifying Barriers and Proposing Strategies

2024

Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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Distance Learners’ Engagement with Electronic Information Resources: Insight from The Open University of Sri Lanka

2024

International Research Conference of the Open University of Sri Lanka (IRC-OUSL)
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Artificial Intelligence Revolutionizing the Library Services: Challenges and Opportunities

2024

Editor-in-Chief: Proceedings of the 14th International Conference of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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It Is Time to Break the Boundaries: Profiling Practices and Perceptions on Marketing in Special Libraries in Sri Lanka

2022

Library Philosophy and Practice
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Usage of Online Resources by Distance Learners of the Open University of Sri Lanka

2022

Virtual International Conference on Library and Information Science, SLTC Research University, Sri Lanka
A Study of the Preference of Law Related Electronic Information Resources, with Special Reference to Law Undergraduates of the University of Peradeniya

2022

Virtual International Conference on Library and Information Science, SLTC Research University, Sri Lanka
Rating the Importance and Relevance of the Law Collection of the University of Peradeniya Main Library

2022

Empowering Libraries for a Sustainable Future, 17th Annual National Conference on Library and Information Science (NACLIS)
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Reading Habits and Factors Affecting Reading Habits of Advanced Level Grade Students

2021

The Open University of Sri Lanka Research Sessions
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Students’ Satisfaction with Library Services and Facilities at Three Regional Centre Libraries of the Open University of Sri Lanka

2020

Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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Learner Perception on Library Services at Kandy, Matara and Anuradhapura Regional Centres of the Open University of Sri Lanka

2018

Journal of the University Librarians Association of Sri Lanka
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Stop De-evolving: Ergonomics for Efficient Librarians

2018

ULA Newsletter
A Bibliometric Assessment of the Intellectual Content and Recognition Level of the Journal of the National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka

2016

1st International Conference on Library and Information Management (ICLIM 2016), University of Kelaniya
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Host pH Changes in Relation to C. musae and P. musarum Infection in Banana

2006

10th Anniversary Celebrations of the PGIS Poster Sessions
Significance of Host pH Changes during Colletotrichum musae Infection of Banana

2006

Peradeniya University Research Sessions (PURSE)
The Effect of Soil Potassium on Postharvest Fungal Diseases of Banana

2005

Peradeniya University Research Sessions (PURSE)
Changes in pH Following Freckle Infection (Phyllosticta musarum) as a Defense Response Against Anthracnose

2004

Peradeniya University Research Sessions (PURSE)