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Utilization Of Zoom As An Interactive Platform In Repositioning Library Administration/Management For Effective Service Delivery In Academic Libraries In Nigeria, Chinedu J. Ayolugbe, Amaka J. Jidere, Uzoamaka Ogwo Oct 2021

Utilization Of Zoom As An Interactive Platform In Repositioning Library Administration/Management For Effective Service Delivery In Academic Libraries In Nigeria, Chinedu J. Ayolugbe, Amaka J. Jidere, Uzoamaka Ogwo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The emergence of digital information resources and services has tremendously improved information handling and management in all spheres of human endeavor including academic libraries. This study examines utilization of zoom as an interactive platform in repositioning library administration/management in academic libraries in Nigeria. Several library innovative mechanisms has been explored such as the concept of information service delivery, social media as a strategic mechanism in repositioning information service delivery in academic libraries, impact of social media in repositioning information service delivery in university libraries, concept of zoom as a social media platform, concept of library administration/management, application of zoom as …


The Role Of Assistive Technology (At) In Enhancing The Educational Experience Of Students With Special Needs In Higher Education: A Case Of University Of Zimbabwe Library, Agnes C. Chikonzo, Masimba Muziringa, Jonathan Munyoro Jan 2021

The Role Of Assistive Technology (At) In Enhancing The Educational Experience Of Students With Special Needs In Higher Education: A Case Of University Of Zimbabwe Library, Agnes C. Chikonzo, Masimba Muziringa, Jonathan Munyoro

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined how assistive technology (AT) is being used to enhance the educational experience of learners with special needs at the University of Zimbabwe. Using a case study design, primary data were collected mainly through questionnaires from a sample of 82 respondents comprising students with visual impairment and albinism registered with the University of Zimbabwe Disability Support Services Library, a branch of University of Zimbabwe Library. The study results demonstrated that AT provides freedom by enabling respondents to complete academic activities that they were previously unable to do, such as studying, reading, writing, researching, web browsing, emailing, communicating with …