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University Undergradautes’ Awareness And Utilization Of Electronic Databases In University Libraries In Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, Inemesit Udom Udoh, Nse Emmanuel Akwang Phd, Cln, Chukwuemeka Chukwueke Cln

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the awareness and utilization of electronic databases by university undergraduates in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It adopted a descriptive survey design with a study population of 1,116 registered undergraduates-users of Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) library and Ritman University Library. 224 undergraduates were selected using the proportionate stratified sampling technique. Observation checklist, structured questionnaire and unstructured interview were used to collect data for the study. 224 copies of the questionnaire were distributed, but 186 copies were completed and retrieved. The data collected were analyzed using frequency count, simple percentage, mean scores and standard deviations, with a criterion …

Infopreneurship Awareness And Opportunities Among Library And Information Science Students In Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba, Kogi State, Nigeria., Emmanuel Adeniyi Oloniruha, Khalimat Oyiza Momohjimoh, Monica Orahachi Ohiani, Helen Remilekun Oluleye

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The high rate of unemployment among university graduates in Library and Information Science (LIS) is alarming. This paper investigates the level of awareness of infopreneurship studies among LIS undergraduate students of Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba, Kogi State. The study is a survey design. The population of the study comprises of 460 students from year 1 to year 4. Krejcie and Morgan Table was used to determine a sample size of 159 students and simple random sampling technique was used to select students from the Department of Library and Information Science. Questionnaire was used as instrument of data collection. 159 …

Academic Social Networking Sites And Research Collaboration Among Faculties: A Study Of Indian Universities, Dr. Lokesha Naik

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The article presents findings on the usage, demographics, and correlation of Academic Social Networking Sites (ASNSs) among faculties in Bangalore University and Tumkur University. The study found that there is a high level of usage of ASNSs and Social Networking Sites (SNSs) among faculties in both universities, with slight gender and subject-wise variations in their usage. The study also investigated the awareness and usage of various ASNSs and SNSs, finding that ResearchGate and Academia.edu are more commonly used ASNSs among faculties compared to SNSs. Additionally, the study found a positive correlation between increased information sharing and consumption through ASNSs and …

Awareness Of Online Library Services And Frequency Of Utilization Of Online Resources During Covid- 19 Pandemic Among Education Students, Raffy D. Palma, Mary Rose V. Navarro, Myla P. Bernat

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

As the Covid-19 greatly affected the libraries, so too did the librarians' attempts to reach the library users through online and remote services. These emergency reforms have offered an unexpected opportunity to re-evaluate and re-imagine current service models in order to improve the library's user experience. This study looks into the awareness of online library services and the frequency of utilization of online resources among education students during the COVID 19 Pandemic. Descriptive in nature, the study utilized an online survey which was accomplished by 70 students of the College of Education. Findings revealed that respondents are fully aware of …

Awareness, Perceptions And Reactions On The Science Hub (Sci-Hub) Website Use Among Postgraduate Students Of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Mohammed Kpakiko, Aina Adebowale Japhet, Muhammad Zannah-Bukar Badia

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the awareness, perceptions and reactions on the Science Hub (Sci-Hub) website use among the postgraduate students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. The objectives of the study were to find out the postgraduate students’ level of awareness, perceptions and contributions of Science Hub website use for research and to ascertain their reactions and extent of satisfaction with it. The study adopted the survey research design. The population for the study comprised of postgraduate students of the university. Four faculties namely: Science, Health, Veterinary and Agriculture were purposively selected for the study. This is due to the fact that …

Awareness And Adoption Of Mobile Technology-Based Library Services In Federal Polytechnics In Southwest Nigeria, Tunde Idris Yusuf, Omotayo Jimoh Jimoh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper examines the awareness and adoption of mobile technology-based library services in Federal Polytechnic in Southwest Nigeria. To achieve the set objectives, the study adopted descriptive survey with a mixed method that is quantitative and qualitative approaches. The targeted population for the study was registered users for 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 academic sessions of Federal Polytechnics in Southwest Nigeria. The sample size for the study was 390 registered users which represented 10% of the student’s population and 10 library staff was justified by the recommendation made by Nwana (1992). The convenience sampling technique was be used. The data were analysed …

A Study On E-Resource Awareness And Use By The Faculty Members Of Jain University, India, Dr. Meeramani N

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The growth and development of Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Library 2.0 have revolutionized information delivery services of the libraries. Libraries have transformed into digital libraries where the printed resources have changed into electronic resources. Electronic resources (E-resources) are easily accessible in the remote areas with fast and easy access and retrieve the ever growing amount of stored information in international, national or local databases. It is crucial to analyse how people utilise electronic resources, find out how satisfied they are with them, and identify any barriers to their use. The current study focuses on how JAIN faculty members use …

Adoption And Use Of Plagiarism Software By Postgraduate Students In Universities In South-West, Nigeria, Olusegun Adebayo Opesanwo, Hannah Okon Anwana

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Over the years, there has been an increase awakening on plagiarism and the need to curb it, especially among postgraduate students. Hence, the need for them to have a good knowledge of plagiarism software.

This study investigates the adoption and use of plagiarism software among postgraduate students in universities in South-west Nigeria. Employing a survey research design and random sampling, thirty-four postgraduate students from each of the universities were selected.

The findings of the study revealed a moderate level of awareness among the respondents regarding the availability of plagiarism software. The frequency of use was also found to be low, …

Examining The Influence Of Awareness Tools On Library Electronic Resources: A Case Study Of The National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Babarotimi Oluwaseun, Babarotimi Opeyemi Oluwaseun Bo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study examines the influence of awareness tools on library electronic resources: a case study of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) employing a quantitative research approach and survey methodology, the research targeted a sample population of 1,680, including 1,513 students, 140 academic staff members, and 27 academic librarians. A combination of probability (stratified random and systematic) and nonprobability (purposive) sampling methods were applied. The study employed online self-administered closed-ended questionnaires distributed through Google Forms to participants' emails. Data analysis was carried out using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS).

Results revealed that both academic staff and …

Perceptions And Challenges In Accessing Library Electronic Resources: A Case Study Of The National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Babarotimi Oluwaseun, Babarotimi Opeyemi Oluwaseun Bo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated user perceptions and challenges associated with accessing and utilizing electronic resources at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), including their implications for remote users. Using a quantitative research approach and survey methodology, the study involved 1,680 participants: 1,513 students, 140 academic staff, and 27 academic librarians. Employing a combination of probability (stratified random and systematic) and nonprobability (purposive) sampling ensured comprehensive representation. Participants completed self-administered closed-ended questionnaires distributed through online platforms, primarily Google Forms. Data collected underwent thorough analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Findings indicated that the NOUN library offers access …