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The Anatomy Of Library Users In The 21st Century, Isaac Echezonam Anyira
The Anatomy Of Library Users In The 21st Century, Isaac Echezonam Anyira
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper argued that skills have become a major determining factor in the accessibility and use of 21st century library. Everybody needs information whether skilled or not and as such, users profile should be considered along that line. The paper revealed that without ICT skills, it is not possible to make effective use of the library except a third party is involved. It was recommended that librarians must acquire ICT skills in order to satisfy their user. The library users also must undergo self-sponsored basic ICT training to acquire skills; the collections of the library must reflect the needs of …
The Impact Of Information And Communication Technology (Ict) In Nigerian University Libraries, Dorcas Ejemeh Krubu, Kingsley Efe Osawaru
The Impact Of Information And Communication Technology (Ict) In Nigerian University Libraries, Dorcas Ejemeh Krubu, Kingsley Efe Osawaru
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Computing technology, communication technology, and mass storage technology are some of the areas of continuous development that reshape the way libraries access, retrieve, store, manipulate, and disseminate information to users. ICT has impacted on every sphere of academic library activity especially in the form of the library collection development strategies, library building and consortia. ICT presents an opportunity to provide value-added information services and access to a wide variety of digital based information resources to their clients. Furthermore, academic libraries are also using modern ICTs to automate their core functions, implement efficient and effective library cooperation and resource sharing networks, …
Use Of Electronic Resources By Faculty Members In Hkbk College Of Engineering: A Survey, K. R. Mulla
Use Of Electronic Resources By Faculty Members In Hkbk College Of Engineering: A Survey, K. R. Mulla
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper evaluates the use of library at the HKBK College of Engineering (HKBKCE) in Bangalore (Karnataka). A survey of 60 faculty members was conducted through a questionnaire. The analysis of the collected data covers the use of electronic resources and how the electronic resources are improving the academic carrier of the faculty and also what are the problems that are faced in using the electronic resources. Concludes that the main intention of the usage of electronic resources have been the academic interest of the users.
Library Habits Of Distance Learning Students Of The University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, Airen Adetimirin, Godwin Omogbhe
Library Habits Of Distance Learning Students Of The University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, Airen Adetimirin, Godwin Omogbhe
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Libraries library play an important role for students in their academic programme, Distance Learning students in University of Ibadan were studied to investigate their library habits and factors affecting use of libraries. Purposive sampling technique was adopted for this study to select 100 library registered distance learners from Faculties of Education and Social Sciences. Questionnaire, interview and observation were the instruments employed for the study. Findings revealed that 67.9% of the respondents from Education and 62.5% from Social Sciences had access to available library resources, while 36(46.2%) from Education and 8(50%) Social Sciences used the library twice in a week …
Impact Of Information Computer Technology On Primary Health Care Services To Rural Communities In Niger Delta Region Of Nigeria, Sylvester O. Anie
Impact Of Information Computer Technology On Primary Health Care Services To Rural Communities In Niger Delta Region Of Nigeria, Sylvester O. Anie
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This is the empirical study of 4 communities under survey in Niger-Delta. This article examines the impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on primary health care services to rural communities in Niger Delta. Questionnaire, interview and personal observation methods were employed to elicit information on the impact of ICT on primary health care services in rural communities in Niger Delta. The study reveals the personal characteristics of the respondents. The findings also reveal that rural dwellers need to be encouraged by providing them with relevant information and communication technology gadgets in order to enhance effective retrieval and dissemination of …
The Provision Of Information Services To Nigerians: Meeting The Challenges Of 21st Century, J. M. Gwang
The Provision Of Information Services To Nigerians: Meeting The Challenges Of 21st Century, J. M. Gwang
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper discusses the provision of library and information services to Nigerians in the twenty first century and how to overcome the challenges associated with it. The particular issues addressed include: classification of the information user communities, planning considerations, challenges, and consequently the way forward. It concludes that the provision of library and information services to Nigerians is a critical requirement for Nigeria's development, and the numerous challenges identified are surmountable through the strategies enumerated in which proactive approaches by the library and information professionals themselves are the most crucial.
Information Requirements Of Pakistani Media Practitioners: A Comparative Study, Munra Nasreen Ansari
Information Requirements Of Pakistani Media Practitioners: A Comparative Study, Munra Nasreen Ansari
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study is conducted to compare the information requirements of Media Practitioners (MPs) working in field, on Desk and working on both field and desk. These practitioners are belong to three mass media houses i.e radio, television and newspaper. Data was collected through questionnaire by 185 MPs. Results reveal nature of work of field practitioners, Desk Practitioners and Practitioners working on both field and desk is an important factor in development of information need.
Academic Library Websites As Marketing Tools, Fatemeh Nooshinfard, Soraya Ziaei
Academic Library Websites As Marketing Tools, Fatemeh Nooshinfard, Soraya Ziaei
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper discusses the fundamentals of library marketing. Definitions, importance, role, and factors that influence marketing are presented. The marketing function of academic library websites is highlighted.
The Next Step In Librarianship: Is The Traditional Library Dead?, L. A. Ogunsola
The Next Step In Librarianship: Is The Traditional Library Dead?, L. A. Ogunsola
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This article provides a history of libraries from their founding in the ancient world through the later half of the 20th century, when both technological and political forces radically reshaped library development. According to Encyclopedia Britannica Online 2007, the paper identifies the series of technological developments with which both librarians and traditional libraries have had to contend. The impression that the global technological revolution now taking place has "murdered" traditional libraries as well as the librarians working in them was critically assessed. It was later concluded that both digital and traditional libraries will co-exist side by side and they will …
Demographic And Socio- Economic Attributes As Determinants Of Information And Communication Technology Use For Scholarly Communication In Nigerian Universities, Alice M. Okore
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper seeks to determine the influence demographic / socio-economic attributes ( rank, years of experience and gender) have on information and communication technology use for scholarly communication. One research question and two hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted ex-post facto research design and utilized a questionnaire to generate data. Data was analyzed using mean, chi-square and analysis of variance. Findings revealed, among others, a positive relationship between years of experience and level of ICT use (P=.03 < 0.05). Rank and gender had no significant influence on ICT use for scholarly communication. The paper recommends training and retraining of senior academics in the use of ICT so as to make them compete favourably with the middle and junior academics. Further investigation should be carried out to find other factors that are responsible for rank not having any significant influence on ICT use for scholarly communication. Gender should not constitute any impediment to appointment of female academics to leadership positions that are technologically biased.
Open Access, African Scholarly Publishing, And Cultural Rights: An Exploratory Usage And Accessibility Study, Natalia Taylor Bowdoin
Open Access, African Scholarly Publishing, And Cultural Rights: An Exploratory Usage And Accessibility Study, Natalia Taylor Bowdoin
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The Open Access (OA) Movement has been praised by proponents as a way to reverse the unsustainability of traditional scholarly publishing economic models and to aid in the equalization of the flow of information between industrialized and less industrialized nations. The OA Movement is thus also seen as a means of helping achieve both Articles 19 and 27 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) which jointly articulate the basic human rights to seek, receive and impart information, to participate in the cultural life of the community, to enjoy the arts, and to share in scientific advancement. Historically however, …
Network Literacy Skills Of Academic Librarians For Effective Services Delivery: The Case Of University Of Nigeria Library System, Chinwe Nwogo Ezeani
Network Literacy Skills Of Academic Librarians For Effective Services Delivery: The Case Of University Of Nigeria Library System, Chinwe Nwogo Ezeani
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The main purpose of this study is to examine the Network Literacy Skills of Academic Librarians in the University of Nigeria, library system. This research is based on primary data. The survey design was used for this study and the area of the study was the University of Nigeria, library system which comprises the Nnamdi Azikiwe Library Nsukka; The Enugu Campus library and the Medical library both at Enugu. A structured questionnaire containing the five research questions posed for the study was used in eliciting data from the all the academic librarians that comprised the sample. Data was analyzed using …
Information Seeking Behavior Of Tapioca (Cassava) Growers In Salem District, C. Murugan, R. Balasubramani
Information Seeking Behavior Of Tapioca (Cassava) Growers In Salem District, C. Murugan, R. Balasubramani
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper is an outcome of the research study conducted by the authors on information seeking behavior of tapioca growers in Salem District, Tamilnadu, India. Data were collected by using structured questionnaire and analyzed by using chi-squire test. This study discusses the findings of various strategies and procedures adopted by the tapioca growers in meeting their information requirements. The survey result shows that tapioca growers have expressed great dependence in meeting their information requirements on their mass media sources.
The Application And Use Of Library Intranet Services At The Indian Institute Of Technology, Delhi, Faizul Nisha Naushad Ali
The Application And Use Of Library Intranet Services At The Indian Institute Of Technology, Delhi, Faizul Nisha Naushad Ali
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The paper provides an overall picture of the use of intranet services in IIT, Delhi. Major purposes of the study were to explore the degree of use of existing intranet services, to evaluate services available throughthe intranet, identify the problems which are being faced by users and make suggestion for improving service. Questionnaire, interview, and observational methods were used for data collection, and 400 valid samples were collected. The study found that electronic journals and abstracting services are most often used by IIT, Delhi users. The reasons for using the intranet include: ease of use, flexibility and versatility, increasing efficiency, …
Reference Service In Academic Libraries: Accommodation Of International Students, Olugbenga Ademodi
Reference Service In Academic Libraries: Accommodation Of International Students, Olugbenga Ademodi
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper examines reference service in academic libraries, especially as it relates to international students. This group of students may experience hardship when faced with a new cultural and educational environment which is most times different from what they are used to. After a discussion of the planning process, the Association for College and Research Libraries (ACRL) standards, and the relationship of assessment to the standards, the article will investigate the nature, objectives, and value of reference service in academic libraries along with the special problems associated with reference service for international students. Assessment practices and the particular difficulties associated …
A New Service Model For The Reference Desk: The Student Research Center, Steven Deineh, Julie Middlemas, Patrichia Morrison
A New Service Model For The Reference Desk: The Student Research Center, Steven Deineh, Julie Middlemas, Patrichia Morrison
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
There is no doubt that reference services are changing and that the reference desk needs to change also, in response. In this article, Julie Middlemas argues that the foundations of the reference interaction remain the same regardless of this shift: that a successful reference interview and the need to save the time of the reader/researcher remain the primary functions of that interaction. Steven Deineh then puts forth his case for student-centered reference, which offers the service of intensive collaborative research working with students behind the reference desk. Students will learn hands-on because, although millennials and others of the digital generation …
Curriculum Development In Library And Information Science Education In Nigerian Universities: Issues And Prospects, Wilson I. Edegbo
Curriculum Development In Library And Information Science Education In Nigerian Universities: Issues And Prospects, Wilson I. Edegbo
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper examines the curricula of library and information science education in Nigeria with a view of determining its present state of content of its courses offered and how it affects the present graduates produced in the universities with respect to the labour market for librarians in this age of computerisation / digitisation. The curricula of three universities as well as National Universities Commission (NUC) minimum standards for university library and information science schools provided the needed data. The result shows that there are ICT courses in the curricula but not covering some courses taught and the personnel are not …
Citation Analysis Of Authorship And Articles Characterization In Technology And Development: A Journal Of Scientific And Technological Research, Tukur Abba, Musa Dauda Bassi
Citation Analysis Of Authorship And Articles Characterization In Technology And Development: A Journal Of Scientific And Technological Research, Tukur Abba, Musa Dauda Bassi
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study examined citation analysis of authors and articles characterization in the Technology and Development: a Journal of scientific and technological research, Federal University of Technology Yola. It focused on number of articles in each volume, references cited, levels of authors’ collaborations, subjects covered, authors’ institutional affiliations and geographical location of the authors. The study revealed that a total of 96 articles were published in the five volumes (1991-1995), a total of 1421 references were cited from different sources of information. Single authored articles ranked highest followed by two authors articles. Majority of the authors are from universities 148(92.50%). The …
Perceived Records Management Practice And Decision Making Among University Administrators In Nigeria, Bola C. Atulomah
Perceived Records Management Practice And Decision Making Among University Administrators In Nigeria, Bola C. Atulomah
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Information is needed to develop, deliver and assess the effectiveness of organizational policies, make informed choices between alternative courses of action, provide the basis for openness and accountability, protect individual rights and enforce legal obligations. The general disposition of people, and especially office personnel, to have little regard for records has contributed to the poor state of records today in all of the nation’s institutions of higher learning. The aim of this study was to investigate perceived record management practices and administrative decision-making among University administrators in Nigeria and to make appropriate recommendations to strengthen efficiency and effectiveness in the …
Factors Affecting Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) Use By Academic Librarians In Southwestern Nigeria, Yacob Haliso
Factors Affecting Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) Use By Academic Librarians In Southwestern Nigeria, Yacob Haliso
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) improves service provision of librarians. In spite of this, it is observed that librarians in Nigeria do not maximally utilize the ICTs. Consequently, the communities of scholars complain of the poor information services provision by librarians. It is in the light of this that this study investigated factors that may be responsible for the poor utilization of the ICTs in the Southwestern Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive research design. A total enumerative sampling technique was used. The finding indicated that lack of organizational commitment towards ICT acquisition constituted the highest barrier …
Information-Seeking Behavior Of Law Practitioners: A Survey Of Bahawalpur City, Shakeel Ahmad Khan, Rubina Bhatti, Ghalib Khan
Information-Seeking Behavior Of Law Practitioners: A Survey Of Bahawalpur City, Shakeel Ahmad Khan, Rubina Bhatti, Ghalib Khan
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This article is an attempt to investigate the information needs and seeking behavior of law practitioners at District Bar Association Session Court Bahawalpur. Purposely, it seeks to ascertain the type of information required by the lawyers to meet their specific information needs; their information seeking habits; different information sources used by them and the impact of ICT on their information seeking behavior. Data were collected with the help of questionnaire and analyzed through SPSS software version 14. It was noted that almost all the lawyers always seek information for case preparation. It was found that they acquire information from their …
Libraries As Tools For Capacity Building In Developing Countries, L. A. Ogunsola
Libraries As Tools For Capacity Building In Developing Countries, L. A. Ogunsola
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper discusses the concept of capacity in relation to capacity building and economic development. The critical issues involved in capacity building for development are identified, and recommendations made. The roles and importance of librarians and libraries in capacity building and economic development are also discussed. Developing countries must give attention to building capacity, especially in the areas of policy analysis, development, and educational management.
Internet Use By Researchers: A Study Of Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, S. Thanuskodi
Internet Use By Researchers: A Study Of Annamalai University, Annamalainagar, S. Thanuskodi
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
In the IT era, academic libraries and information center have radically changed the information environment higher education institution started subscribing to Electronic resource to meet the users expectation the paper discussed on impact of internet on the Annamalai University Library. The main aim of this survey was to understand more about research scholar usage of electronic resources and technology, their experience with technology and their aptitudes and expectation about technology resources and identify areas for improvement of services.
User Satisfaction With Library Resources And Services In Nigerian Agricultural Research Institutes, Lily Oluebube Ezeala, Eunice Olufunmilola Yusuff
User Satisfaction With Library Resources And Services In Nigerian Agricultural Research Institutes, Lily Oluebube Ezeala, Eunice Olufunmilola Yusuff
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The research objective is to discover the user satisfaction with library resources and services in Nigerian Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs) In conducting this study, the survey research design was adopted with User Satisfaction with Library Resources and Services Questionnaire (USLRSQ) and structured interview as major instruments for data collection. The questionnaire was administered on 340 researchers from the entire 14 agricultural research institute in Nigeria. The overall response rate was 73.5%. The research data were analysed using frequency counts and percentages. The study revealed that research library materials are obsolete. The study concluded that agricultural research institute libraries in Nigeria …
Educators' Perspective On Library Education In Nigeria, Adam Gambo Saleh
Educators' Perspective On Library Education In Nigeria, Adam Gambo Saleh
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
A look at the history of Library Education in Nigeria showed that right from inception it has been characterized by one problem or the other. The first two Library Schools in Ibadan and Zaria were established on different professional and philosophical orientations. The inability of the Leadership to monitor and harmonize this variation led to the proliferation of various programs in different kinds of Institutions across the Country. This development led to questions being raised on the issue of professional qualification, curriculum content, facilities and the faculty. This study attempted to provide answers to these questions from the perspective of …
Insurance Coverage In Nigerian Academic Libraries, E. Ademola Adekanye
Insurance Coverage In Nigerian Academic Libraries, E. Ademola Adekanye
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper discusses the computerization of the Fatiu Ademola Akesode Library, Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos. It traces the history, planning, and implementation of the integrated computerized systems. The paper provides a detailed overview of the planning process, designed to help librarians make decisions about library automation. Practical suggestions are provided and the problems encountered, solutions proffered, and planned future developments are discussed.
Investigating The Information Needs Of Sandwich And Part- Time Students Of Two Public Universities In Ogun State, Nigeria, Abayomi Ebenezer Adesoye, Oyintola Isiaka Amusa
Investigating The Information Needs Of Sandwich And Part- Time Students Of Two Public Universities In Ogun State, Nigeria, Abayomi Ebenezer Adesoye, Oyintola Isiaka Amusa
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study investigated the information needs and impediments to access to information among the sandwich and part-time students of two public universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. The two universities are Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) and Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED). Questionnaire was used to gather data from 5117 respondents out of 5575 students sampled. The study identified that both male and female sexes pursue part-time/sandwich courses due to one reason or another. Their courses of stud cut across Arts, Education, Social Sciences, Sciences, and applied sciences; and their information needs relate majorly to their studies, and other socio-economic issues. …
Scientometric Portrait Of Dr. Atta-Ur-Rahman, Manzoor Ahmad Khan Anjum, Munir Ahmad
Scientometric Portrait Of Dr. Atta-Ur-Rahman, Manzoor Ahmad Khan Anjum, Munir Ahmad
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study presents an analysis of 766 publications; 94 books, 59 chapters in books, 598 research papers and 15 patents contributed by Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman in which 83 (10.83 %) are single-authored while 683 (89.17 %) co-authored published from 1966 to June 2007 in various domains as: Natural Products (90), Natural Products-syn (9), Natural Products-nmr (14) Natural Products-isol (423), Natural Products-x-ray (9), Synthesis (132), Medicinal Chemistry (24), Spectroscopy (27), Analytical Chemistry (8) and Miscellaneous (30). The study shows that with total 3214 collaborativeships as many as 547 authors collaborated with Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman of which M. I. Chaudhary (398) is the most …
Issues In Citing Internet Resources: What Nigerian Authors, Librarians, And Information Seekers Must Abide In, Isaac Echezonam Anyira, Anthonia Awabueze
Issues In Citing Internet Resources: What Nigerian Authors, Librarians, And Information Seekers Must Abide In, Isaac Echezonam Anyira, Anthonia Awabueze
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper examined the issues in citing internet resources using APA style. It was discovered that without citation, there may be no other means of obtaining clarification or additional information about a write up. It was therefore recommended that sources used as evidence in writing a piece of information should be clearly cited and referenced accordingly; only works cited in-text should be included in the reference list; there is also the urgent need for writers and information users on the internet to acquire the basic skills necessary for citing internet resources in line with acceptable styles or formats.
Information Communication Technology (Ict) Infrastructure Facilities In Self-Financing Engineering College Libraries In Tamil Nadu, S. Dhanavandan, S. Mohammed Esmail, M. Nagarajan
Information Communication Technology (Ict) Infrastructure Facilities In Self-Financing Engineering College Libraries In Tamil Nadu, S. Dhanavandan, S. Mohammed Esmail, M. Nagarajan
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The present study aims at analysing the use and availability of Information Communication Technology infrastructure facilities in self-financing engineering college libraries in Tamil Nadu. The role of engineering colleges in the technical manpower development is quite significant. They need rapid Information Communication Technology infrastructure and in this context, there is a need for adequate development of electronic resources. This study traces out the nature of electronic resources, library automation level, computerized library services, electronic access points, type of digital libraries, network and topology of network, internet and intranet services, and so on with reference to the selected institutions.