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Word Embeddings For Fake Malware Generation, Quang Duy Tran, Fabio Di Troia

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Signature and anomaly-based techniques are the fundamental methods to detect malware. However, in recent years this type of threat has advanced to become more complex and sophisticated, making these techniques less effective. For this reason, researchers have resorted to state-of-the-art machine learning techniques to combat the threat of information security. Nevertheless, despite the integration of the machine learning models, there is still a shortage of data in training that prevents these models from performing at their peak. In the past, generative models have been found to be highly effective at generating image-like data that are similar to the actual data …

Robustness Of Image-Based Malware Analysis, Katrina Tran, Fabio Di Troia, Mark Stamp

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

In previous work, “gist descriptor” features extracted from images have been used in malware classification problems and have shown promising results. In this research, we determine whether gist descriptors are robust with respect to malware obfuscation techniques, as compared to Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) trained directly on malware images. Using the Python Image Library (PIL), we create images from malware executables and from malware that we obfuscate. We conduct experiments to compare classifying these images with a CNN as opposed to extracting the gist descriptor features from these images to use in classification. For the gist descriptors, we consider a …

Sources Of Library Information Needs For Climate Change Adaptation Among Rural Farmers In South Eastern Nigeria, Abaobi David Agbo Phd, Christian Sunday Ugwuanyi Phd, Onyinye Regina Ekere Mrs

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

There is a dearth of research on the library information needs of farmers for climate change adaptation to improve agricultural products among the rural farmers. Thus, this study explored the sources of library information needs for climate change adaption among rural farmers. Descriptive survey research was adopted for the study using a sample of 510 registered rural farmers in South Eastern Nigeria. A well validated and trial tested instrument was used to collect the data. The internal consistency reliability index of the instrument was 0.97 using Cronbach alpha method. Data collected were analysed using mean as a descriptive statistic to …

School Library Resources For Inclusive Online English Language Learning: Teachers’ Perspectives About Differentiating Instruction In The Context Of English As Second Language, Angela Eze, Charity N. Onyishi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

In an inclusive education setting, learners with and without disabilities are guided to study in the same classrooms with adaptable facilities and equipments. With this arrangement in place, assistive technology becomes an absolute requirement, and the school library is a medium for providing and using inclusive resources. In the current education system where online learning is speedily overtaking face-to-face learning modalities, school Library resources are indispensable for the effective inclusion of all learners through differentiated instruction. Such is critically essential for English language learning, especially in Nigeria, where English is learned as a Second Language. However, little is known …

Management Of School Libraries And Utilization Of Library Resources By Secondary School Students In Rivers State, Felix Ahamefula Nwankwo Ph.D Cln, Pearl Chidimma Akanwa Prof. Cln, Ogechi Nkechinyere Okorie Ph.D, Cln

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study aimed at examining the management of school libraries and utilization of library resources by secondary school students in Rivers State. The researchers adopted survey design for the study. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. The population of the study is 12210 comprising 12200 students and 10 teacher librarians from 10 selected secondary schools in Rivers State. A sample of 387 was drawn from the entire population using Taro Yamene statistics while proportionate sampling technique was used to determine the number of instruments that will be distributed in each of the schools. The instruments for data …

Measuring Information Literacy Skills Of Mbbs Students, Imran Ali, Rashid Siddique, Khurram Shahzad

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main purpose of this study was to measure the information literacy skills of MBBS students at King Edward Medical University Lahore, Punjab Pakistan. The quantitative research method was used to carry out the study. A convenient sampling technique was used to collect data from the entire sample. The total number of respondents was 309 with a total response rate of 91.69%. SPSS 22^nd version was used to analyze the gathered data from respondents. Descriptive statistics were applied to check the frequency, percentage and reported in the form of tabulation. Moreover, the mean and standard deviation was also found …

Utilization Of Bibliotherapy Among Public Primary School English Language Teachers: Implications For Teaching Library Reading Skills, Gloria Chikasiemobi Ugwu Phd, Cajetan Ikechukwu Egbe Phd, Clara Odozi Ifelunni Phd

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study was conducted to find out the extent to which guidance counsellors are aware of bibliotherapy as a library reading skills intervention service, and the extent they utilize it in public primary schools in Nsukka Local Government Education Authority of Enugu State, Nigeria. Four research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study in line with the specific purposes of the study. Descriptive survey design was adopted for the study and population of 101 school guidance counsellors in the public primary schools were used for the study. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire of 28 items which …

Measuring The Reliability Analysis Of University Students' Utilization Of Web-Based Library And Information Services In Malaysian Academic Libraries, Husain Hashim, Shamila Mohamed Shuhidan, Norizan Anwar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of this article is to examine a small sample of data looking at the extent to which the utilization of web-based library and information services has any relationship with library technology, the roles of academic libraries, and the library learning environment. In addition, a moderating variable is introduced, namely, information literacy skills, to investigate its influence on the correlation between library technology and library learning environment factors, and the utilization of web-based library and information services. The sample is designed to involve students at public Malaysian universities. Based on a review of the literature, a 47-item questionnaire was …

Indigenisation Of Nigerian Librarianship Through Indigenous Knowledge: Exploring Its Possibilities, Abdulakeem Sodeeq Sulyman,, Basirat Omolara Amzat, Muritadho Abiodun Taiwo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Knowledge cannot be separated from the people holding it and the best way to make it appreciated is to present it in a way that represents the beliefs, customs and norms of its origin. This submission makes this paper attempts to find the perfect word between indigenisation and decolonisation as a way of developing Indigenous Librarianship in Nigeria. It settles for indigenisation because indigenisation focuses on the exploitation of the native, local resources to create, share, transform and retain knowledge. It ponders on the historical antecedents of Librarianship in Nigeria to proof that the Nigerian library practices were purely nurtured …

The Collaboration System Between Library Managers And Teachers During The Covid-19 Pandemic In Supporting Learning In Indonesia, Delia Annisa Lesmana, Pawit M. Yusup, Andri Yanto

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted various aspects of life. One aspect affected is the educational aspect, where the learning process must be carried out through online learning. Given that online learning has never been implemented before, all available learning resources will significantly help schools achieve learning goals. The school library is the closest learning support source to provide a smooth online learning process. SDN Karya Mulya library implements collaboration between the library manager and teachers, especially in supporting student learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. This study aimed to determine the collaboration system between the library manager and SDN Karya Mulya …

Workplace Information Literacy: Current State Of Research Published From South-Asia, Haleema Saadia, Muhammad Asif Naveed

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper intended to provide and critical and analytical review of research on workplace information literacy published form South-Asia with a view to inform policy and practice. Library, Information Science and Technological Abstracts (LISTA) was searched to identify the key studies published in the proposed research area using multiple keywords. The search process resulted in 384 citations which was screened for duplication and relevance. As a result, 375 citations were excluded due to duplication and non-relevance. Only nine citations remained to deal with for review. The reference lists of these citations were also examined to identify more related citations which …

Understanding Covid-19 Related Health Literacy Skills And Competencies Among The Working Lis Professionals In Dr. Zakir Husain Central Library, Jamia Millia Islamia: A Study, Ms. Nisha Mn, Manir Uddin Ansari Mua

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Health literacy has become an integral component of human life, and it plays a significant role in ensuring safety from a variety of deadly diseases. India's health literacy rate is below average when compared to other countries. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, doctors and volunteers from all over the world have been striving to promote health literacy to raise public awareness through various media. Given the foregoing, the main objective of this study is to identify the level of Covid-19 related health literacy among working LIS professionals at Jamia Millia Islamia's Dr.Zakir Husain Central Library. The survey approach is being used …

Cataloguers’ Awareness, Ict Skills And Use Of Resources Description And Access (Rda) In University Libraries In South South, Nigeria, Ademola Ferdinand Omosekejimi Mr (Cln), Angela Chiwendu Nweke Mrs (Cln), Okesanya Roseline Omoadoni Mrs (Cln) (Mnla)

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study examines cataloguers’ awareness, ICT skills and use of Resources Description and Access (RDA) in University Libraries in South South, Nigeria. The study population comprised two hundred and sixty-six (266) librarians from all the 26 university libraries across South South, Nigeria. The entire population of 266 librarians was used as sample using total enumeration sampling technique. Questionnaire was used to elicit data from the respondents. The data collected were analyzed using percentage and frequency counts as well as weighted mean. Findings from this study revealed that: cataloguers in university libraries in South South Nigeria were aware of the existence …

A Study On Information Seeking Behavior Of Professors Of Arts Colleges Affiliated To Gujarat University, Krina Kalpesh Patel

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

A study was conducted on 100 teaching professors in art colleges affiliated with Gujarat University to find out the information retrieval behavior problems of art college professors. A self-constructed questionnaire was used to find out the problems of the professors. The questionnaire was filled out and analyzed with expert advice. A statistical application for data analysis found the percentage of professors' departmental problems and also used graphs for its clear society

A Study Of Information Needs Of Members Of Parliament Of India Related To Rural And Urban Development In Their Constituency, Dr Poonam Parashar, Dr Gareema Sharma, Dr Shailendra Kumar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper aims to analyze the information needs of Indian Members of Parliament (MPs) related to the rural and urban development in their constituency or region. Rural Connectivity is a key component of the rural development, thus the current study explores the level of awareness of Indian MPs about the status of rural connectivity with the Urban areas and rural accessibility via various means of Transport available for the people in their region/constituency for Intercity and Interstate Travel. The implementation of various Government schemes for the development of rural India by the Indian MPs has also been studied.

The data …

Library Education And Its Impact On Students’ Library Use In Coal City University, Enugu, Nigeria., Perpetua Onyinyechi Ukwueze, Heman Uchechukwu Osuagwu, Steven Chukwudi Ani

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study is on library education and its impact on students' library use in Coal City University, Enugu, Nigeria. The study aims to ascertain the impact of library education on students' library use. Four research objectives and four research questions were adopted for this study. A total of 425 students formed the population of the study. The study was carried out using questionnaire (e-copies). Data were analyzed using simple percentage and presented in tables and charts. The result of this study revealed that the students are more familiar with the use of library course as a form of library education …

Performance Assessment And Job Satisfaction Of Support Staff In Academic Libraries, Sajjad Ahmad Mr., Naveed Anwar Mr, Muhammad Tariq Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of current study was to investigate about the job performance and job satisfaction of support staff working in academic libraries of Lahore. Supporting staff is performing many imperative duties in academic libraries and their role in libraries is very important. The objective of current study was to investigate the job performance through job satisfaction, to test relationship between job performance and job satisfaction and to investigate the moderating effect of hurdles in work between job satisfaction and job performance. Quantitative approach was adopted and survey method was used to achieve the objective of the study. Questionnaire with Urdu …

A Scientometric Analysis Of Scientific Publications Related To Covid-19 In Library And Information Science Research, Zhahirah Indrawati Zainuddin, Safirotu Khoir

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: As part of social sciences, Library and Information Science (LIS) has experienced development in COVID-19 discussions through the academic lens. The increasing number of research related to COVID-19 across subject areas is a response by researchers to overcome this crisis, including research in the LIS field. This research aims to describe the characteristics and trends of the keywords. It also aims to describe the most productive journals, institutions, and countries related to COVID-19 in LIS research.

Methods: We analysed 250 documents related to “COVID-19” in LIS research area indexed in Scopus during 2020-2022. VOSviewer was used to analyse the …

Organisational Justice As Correlate Of Turnover Intentions Among Academic Librarians In South -West, Nigeria, Opeyemi Deborah Soyemi, Oluwayemisi Eunice Oloyede

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the influence of organizational justice on turnover intentions of librarians in universities in South-West, Nigeria. The study adopted the survey research design. Four hundred and twelve librarians from fifty-three (53) universities in South-West, Nigeria made up the study's population. Multistage stratified random sampling technique was employed in selecting a sample size of two hundred and three (203). Data was collected through the distribution of validated questionnaires, with a 98.5% response rate. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings from this study revealed that organizational justice (F _{(2, 196)} =178.318, Adj.R² =.503 P ≤.05) significantly …

Information Needs By People Living With Hiv/Aids In Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Amaku-Awka, Anambra State., Egwuonwu Ugochi Iruoma, Ezechika Chiamaka Priscilla, Chigor Christianan Nneka

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study dwelt on the information needs by People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus /Acquired Immune-Deficiency Syndrome (PLWH/A) in Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Amaku-Awka. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Three research questions were drawn from the three purposes that guided the study. The population consists of 3,264 registered Human Immune-Deficiency Virus (HIV) patients no AIDS patient. Sample size comprises of 50 HIV patients using purposeful sampling technique. Questionnaires were used as instruments for data collection. These research questions were analyzed using mean of 2.5. The findings indicated the areas of information needs of …

Relationship Between Transformational And Transactional Leadership Styles And Job Performance Of Librarians In Federal University Libraries In South-South, Nigeria., Enite Anita Urhefe-Okotie

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Leadership styles are among the major drivers used to improve the performance of staff in any organization. It is believed that an organization's kind of leadership style influences its overall results. This study focused on two styles of leadership which are transformational and transactional style of leadership. Relationship between leadership styles and job performance were also discussed. It is revealed that leadership styles definitely have a strong correlation with the achievement of set goals and objectives of the library. The study adopted correlational research design. Three (3) research questions were raised to guide the study, and two hypotheses were also …

Refugees' Digital Equity, Inclusion, And Access In Public Libraries: A Narrative Review, Jessie Stoner, Nicklesh Sagran, Danny Cervantes, Steffanie Baseley, Sarah Borgolini

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Online Resources Utilization Of Visual And Performing Arts Undergraduates, G. F. Yasanthini, S Santharooban

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Even though the performance-based academic materials are useful for visual and performing arts studies, their availability is comparatively low in virtual space which makes difficult to find appropriate online resources to enrich their theoretical and practical knowledge. This study investigated the online resource utilisation and its barriers among visual and performing arts students of Swami Vipulananda Institute of Aesthetic Studies, Eastern University, Sri Lanka. A questionnaire survey was conducted among 246 randomly selected undergraduates and focus group discussion was conducted among sixteen students. The results revealed that the students mainly use social media, google applications, mobile applications and websites …

Investigation Of The Users’ Access To Health Information For Sustainable Development During The Covid 19 Era In Professor Kenneth Dike E-Central Library, Awka, Anambra State, Eliezer C. Agim, Maureen Azolo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The research investigated users’ access to health information for sustainable development during the Covid 19 era in Professor Kenneth Dike E-central Library, Awka, Anambra state. A descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The sample population comprised of 100 users of Professor Kenneth Dike E-central Library through the use of accidental sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was used for collection of data. The instrument was subjected to face validation and pilot test using Cronbach Alpha which gave a reliability coefficient value of 0.97. Data collected from the study were analyzed using mean scores. The study found that health …

Information Needs Assessment And The Usefulness Of Library Electronic Resources As Sources Of Critical Information, Patrick Ajibade Phd, Ndakasharwa Muchaonyerwa Phd

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The ability to provide consistent and authoritative information during an emergency is crucial. Hence the role of libraries to curate online resources that is accessible during the pandemic is very important. This paper conducted an information needs assessment of the library’s electronic resources as sources of critical information. The pandemic was a pivotal moment for the libraries to serve as sources of valid reference sources and provide continued information. The paper conducted a qualitative assessment of 23 university students in order to understand their sources of critical information. Google's online survey platform was used to gather written interviews. The finding …

Contributions To The Field Of Library And Information Sciences In Pakistan: A Bio Bibliometric Study Of Dr. Saeed Ullah Jan, Abid Hussain Mr, Nasir Shakoor

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Purpose- This paper presents the bio-bibliometric analysis of Dr. Saeed Ullah Jan's contributions to the Library and Information Science (LIS) field in Pakistan. This study includes the following: the year-wise distribution of research produced; authors' collaboration; publications by type; language; geographical preference for research; and coverage of different subject areas.

Methodology/Design- The data for this retrospective study was requested through email from Dr. Saeed Ullah Jan with advance ethical permission and further verified from Scholar Google, the official university website, and departments where required.

Findings- The results of the study indicate that Dr. Saeed Ullah Jan is a prolific …

Documentation Of Nigerian Indigenous Knowledge System: The Role Of The Library, Christopher Agbeniaru Omigie Dr., Theresa Osasu Makinde Mrs., Ademola Victor Adeniran Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper is on documentation of Nigerian indigenous knowledge system (IKS) as a national heritage through the role of the library as catalyst. The paper used literature analysis, recognizance survey and observations to explicitly describe the concept of IKS and its various sustainable ethos; it illustrates the components of the Nigerian IKS including the encompassed spiritual and physical sustainable elements that helps to promote its long time survival. Also treated in the paper are the relevance of IKS to the Nigerian national development; the challenges of IKS development in the country and the role of the library for sustainable collection …

The Creation Of Primary Sources Digital Collections In An Academic Library, Keren Barner

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This article discusses the creation of primary sources digital collections in an academic library, including implementation, work processes, digitization and providing accessibility of visual materials. These reflect the practical application of the approach developed in The Younes and Soraya Nazarian Library at the University of Haifa regarding the library's position in the field of digital collections. The article denotes the work process model created for these collections, from their reception, through classification, cataloging, scanning and digitization, and to the digital publishing which provides access. Special emphasis is given to practical ways to manage the challenges that arise from handing unique …

An Assessment Of Students’ Records Management System And Preservation As A Determinant For The Effective Retrieval And Dissemination Of Information In Tertiary Institutions In Kogi State, Nigeria., Emmanuel Adeniyi Oloniruha, Khalimat Oyiza Momohjimoh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main purpose of this study is to assess students’ records management system and preservation as a determinant for the effective retrieval and dissemination of information in tertiary institutions in the state under study. The objective of the study is to determine how students’ records are organised, preserved, managed, retrieved, and the challenges encountered. The study sample population comprised of 92selected records management personnel from some randomly selected tertiary institutions in Kogi State, Nigeria. Descriptive survey method using simple random sampling techniques is used for the study; observation and questionnaire are the instrument used for data collection. The major …

Adoption Of Artificial Intelligence For Effective Library Service Delivery In Academic Libraries In Nigeria, Tunde Idris Yusuf, Odunola Adefunke Adebayo, Lateef Alhaji Bello, Joseph Olusegun Kayode

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Due to the growing presence of artificial intelligence (AI) in developed countries, this paper looks at the adoption of artificial intelligence for effective library services in academic libraries in Nigeria. The paper describes the concept of artificial intelligence while tracing its origin. It further established the advantage of adopting artificial intelligence in academic libraries which include user-friendly, infinite functions, ability to take complex work among others; and the challenges faced by library management towards the adoption of artificial intelligence which include financial uncertainty, job loss, technological disadvantages among others. The paper concluded that the adoption of AI in academic libraries …