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Chaucer, Books, And The Poetic Library, David C. Kupfer Oct 2010

Chaucer, Books, And The Poetic Library, David C. Kupfer

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Geoffrey Chaucer (c. 1342 – 1400) is the great medieval inventor of words for the English language, words including “library.” He uses that term to represent a distinct spatial home that is organized with skill to find knowledge from the study of texts. A bibliophile himself, Chaucer celebrates the joys and trials of reading while overlooking the library as a substantive learning haven. The location where learning transpires is always secondary to the contents of the books themselves. The library is a documented medieval bedrock to education, even wisdom, but it is little more than a shadow in Chaucer’s poetry. …

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Model Development As A Research Tool: An Example Of Pak-Nisea, Farzana Shafique, Khalid Mahmood Oct 2010

Model Development As A Research Tool: An Example Of Pak-Nisea, Farzana Shafique, Khalid Mahmood

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The study consists of two parts. The first briefly highlights the research methods used in library and information science (LIS). It identifies model development as an effective research method for LIS research. It also reviews different aspects of models and their use in LIS research in Pakistan. The second part illustrates an example of a draft model entitled “PAK-NISEA” recently proposed for a PhD project. Related issues of the proposed model, i.e. rationale, objectives, research methodology, data collection process, important characteristics of PAK-NISEA, are also discussed.

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Automation In Two Nigerian University Libraries, A.M. Adegbore Oct 2010

Automation In Two Nigerian University Libraries, A.M. Adegbore

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This article examines the automation procedure in two Nigerian university libraries, the 'Nimbe Adedipe Library of University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (a federal university) and the Main Library of Olabisi Onabanjo University (a state university). Interview checklist and a questionnaire were used as research instruments. The interview checklist was designed to get information concerning the automation procedure in the two universities and was administered on the University Librarian (UL) of 'Nimbe Adedipe Library and the Head of the Multimedia Resources Centre of the Main Library of Olabisi Onabanjo University. A total of 200 questionnaires were administered to 100 students each from …

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An Artistic Horizon: Content Analysis Of Caricatures With Library And Information Science Themes, Alireza Isfanyari-Moghaddam, Vahideh Kashi-Nahanji Oct 2010

An Artistic Horizon: Content Analysis Of Caricatures With Library And Information Science Themes, Alireza Isfanyari-Moghaddam, Vahideh Kashi-Nahanji

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This research analyzes caricatures related to Library and Information Science (LIS), to identify LIS aspects in order to recognize valid criticisms and offer recommendations. Two hundred fifty cartoons and caricatures relating to the topics "book", "library", and "LIS" were gathered and analyzed by means of content analysis. The images were categorized into eight groups for analysis.

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The Influence Of Leadership Style On The Performance Of Subordinates In Nigerian Libraries, Jonathan Olusola Fatokun, Mulikat O. Salaam, Fredrick Olatunju Ajegbomogun Sep 2010

The Influence Of Leadership Style On The Performance Of Subordinates In Nigerian Libraries, Jonathan Olusola Fatokun, Mulikat O. Salaam, Fredrick Olatunju Ajegbomogun

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This paper examines the influence of leadership style on the performance of subordinates in Nigerian Libraries. The sample consisted of professional librarians and their supporting staff in Nigerian libraries. A total of 100 questionnaires were administered, with a 72 percent response rate. The result showed that there was a positive relationship between the leadership style of librarians and support staff in Nigerian libraries.

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African University Libraries And Internet Connectivity: Challenges And The Way Forward, R.I. Echezona, C.F. Ugwuanyi Sep 2010

African University Libraries And Internet Connectivity: Challenges And The Way Forward, R.I. Echezona, C.F. Ugwuanyi

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African universities are indispensable in economic, social, and human development through research and academic activities. A university library is the hub of academic activities in African universities. ICT has transformed the library into a new information unit, providing electronic cataloging, online public access catalogue (OPAC), electronic acquisitions and serial control, interlibrary loan, and circulation. Internet bandwidth is the life blood of a modern university. Low bandwidth and connectivity have not allowed the African university libraries to benefit from information superhighways This paper examines initiatives and extent of connectivity among African university libraries. It discusses obstacles to connectivity and offers solutions.

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Effects Of Information And Communication Technology On Research And Development Activities: The Fiiro Experience, O.O. Onilude, O.R. Apampa Sep 2010

Effects Of Information And Communication Technology On Research And Development Activities: The Fiiro Experience, O.O. Onilude, O.R. Apampa

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This paper reports on a study which assessed the effects of information and communication technology (ICT) on research and development activities at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi (FIIRO). The research focused on the use of computers, application software, and the Internet by all cadres of staff at the Institute. A thematic analysis highlighted the current state of ICT applications, level of literacy, and problems and challenges encountered in the application and use of ICTs. The study revealed a need to train members of staff in ICT. Infrastructure such as power supply and Internet connectivity need to be improved.

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Global Adoption Of Electronic Theses And Dissertations, Dillip K. Swain Sep 2010

Global Adoption Of Electronic Theses And Dissertations, Dillip K. Swain

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Electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) are being adopted by more and more universities. As a primary source of information, theses and dissertations are particularly useful to researchers, but most languish in obscurity in university libraries and archives. The best way to make use of theses and dissertations is through electronic publication and online access. This paper looks at the status of use and adoption of ETDs in various different parts of the world, describes the history and development of ETDs, key issues governing ETD projects, potential merits of ETDs for effective teaching and research, and ETD initiatives in India.

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Ict And Collection Management In Public Libraries: A Survey Of South-South Zone Of Nigeria, Daniel Emojorho Sep 2010

Ict And Collection Management In Public Libraries: A Survey Of South-South Zone Of Nigeria, Daniel Emojorho

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The effect of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Nigerian public libraries was explored with a survey. The findings show that ICT improves public library services, but most libraries have not been automated and a considerable number of staff and users are not ICT-literate.

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The Role And Responsibility Of The Library In Consolidating Research In Nigerian Private Universities: A Case Study Of Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State, Dr. Anthonia Nwabueze, Isaac Echezonam Anyira, Oghenetega Ivwighreghweta, Oghenovo Kelvin Onoriode Sep 2010

The Role And Responsibility Of The Library In Consolidating Research In Nigerian Private Universities: A Case Study Of Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State, Dr. Anthonia Nwabueze, Isaac Echezonam Anyira, Oghenetega Ivwighreghweta, Oghenovo Kelvin Onoriode

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This paper examines the role of Nigerian private university libraries in supporting research. The case study approach was used for the study and a questionnaire was used to collect data from 120 respondents. Data were analyzed using percentage and graphical analysis. The major findings are that: research impacts positively on community development, research output impacts the recognition and ranking of universities, the library impacts positively on research, and library ICT impacts on the quality of research. It was recommended that the university budgeting authority allocate at least 10 percent of its annual budget to the library as recommended by the …

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“Not I” Said The Pig: Who Defends Intellectual Freedom For Librarians?, Jean-Mark Sens Sep 2010

“Not I” Said The Pig: Who Defends Intellectual Freedom For Librarians?, Jean-Mark Sens

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Although librarians have traditionally defended intellectual freedom, the American Library Association (ALA) tends to treat it as a local management issue. As librarianship has become increasingly technical defense of intellectual freedom has diminished. Censorship generates self-censorship and demonstrates a subservient relation to authority detrimental to collection development. Using instances from his professional life, the author argues that censorship infantilizes patrons, discourages critical thinking, and is counterproductive to institutions of higher learning.

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Redefining Sources As Social Acts: Genre Theory In Information Literacy Instruction, Joel M. Burkholder Sep 2010

Redefining Sources As Social Acts: Genre Theory In Information Literacy Instruction, Joel M. Burkholder

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Long before the emergence of the World Wide Web, librarians had a long tradition of collecting and classifying physical materials. Influenced by these activities, information literacy instruction has defined and taught sources as objects of similar content and/or format. Because of their ability to organize information for easy retrieval, such definitions are helpful from a practical standpoint. Unfortunately, they do little to account for a source's role as a communicative act shared within and between communities. To expand our definition we must look to Genre Theory. Genre Theory examines how groups develop language—genres--to respond to recurrent, rhetorical situations. Seen as …

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Supervision Of Special Collections In Federal And State University Libraries In Nigeria, R.I. Echezona Sep 2010

Supervision Of Special Collections In Federal And State University Libraries In Nigeria, R.I. Echezona

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This study assessed the supervisory styles in special collections in federal and state university libraries in Nigeria. Descriptive survey design was adopted with purposive sampling to obtain a sample of 178 librarians and library officers in 12 federal and state university libraries in Nigeria. A questionnaire was used in the collection of data. Mean scores and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions. The findings showed that approaches to supervision include routine checks of subordinates, periodic evaluation of stock, regular meeting with staff, reprimanding of erring staff, and a liberal supervisory style.

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Information Acceptance And Ict Resistance: Promoting The Role Of Information In Rural Community Development, Yushiana Mansoor, Manir Abdullahi Kamba Aug 2010

Information Acceptance And Ict Resistance: Promoting The Role Of Information In Rural Community Development, Yushiana Mansoor, Manir Abdullahi Kamba

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Rural community development is a major issue for developing countries. Much attention has been given Information and Communication Technology (ICT) projects to connect rural communities with the global network. However, ICT resistance is a deterring factor in addressing the digital divide in developing countries. It is postulated that reversing the resistance to to ICT can be strategizedthrough "information acceptance." ICT can be accepted by rural communities by creating demand for information. The paper calls for the refocusing on the role of information in rural community development and ICT as a tool for change agent. Initiatives for rural community development must …

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Academic Library Websites In Bangalore City, India: An Evaluative Study, P.V. Konnur, S. Rajani, M. Madhusudhan Aug 2010

Academic Library Websites In Bangalore City, India: An Evaluative Study, P.V. Konnur, S. Rajani, M. Madhusudhan

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This study evaluates the content and quality of academic library websites. An evaluation checklist is used as a tool for evaluation of academic library websites. The checklist is divided into five main parts followed by Rating Table. The quantitative pointing system (ten point scale) and five point rating scales are used to evaluate and rank the websites. The study reveals that very few (16 percent) websites provide information about the date of last updating. Similarly very few (20 percent) websites provide links to other web reference sites and a moderate number (40 percent) have feedback forms for comments. On the …

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Information And Communication Technologies Enabled Paradigm Shift And New Practices In Libraries, Muhammad Ramzan Dr Aug 2010

Information And Communication Technologies Enabled Paradigm Shift And New Practices In Libraries, Muhammad Ramzan Dr

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Traditionally libraries have been dealing with the recorded knowledge. The changes in the formats of writing and access have historically influenced the libraries use of technologies. However, the wonderful invention of computer and information access technologies has drastically influenced recording, organization and access to knowledge. Since then the libraries are in a continued change mood. The shifts from physical to virtual, direct access to authors and instant access to globally available knowledge from remote locations are changing the whole scenario of the library profession. Academic libraries being in the forefront of the creation and use of scholarship and knowledge are …

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Information And Communication Technologies For Educational Development: The Case Of Cybercafés At Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Chinwe M.T. Nwezeh Jul 2010

Information And Communication Technologies For Educational Development: The Case Of Cybercafés At Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, Chinwe M.T. Nwezeh

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This study examines the use of Cybercafés/Internet resources and the evaluation of their usefulness. About eight Cybercafés located in the university community were used in this study. Questionnaires, interviews with the Cybercafé owners, staff and users as well as personal observations made during inspection of these cafés were used in this study. The data were analysed according to the background of the Internet users. The richness and high speed, accuracy, and authority were used by users to judge the quality of the Internet. Information such as the establishment of the café's facilities, membership and the future of the Cybercafés were …

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Awareness Of Library 2.0 And Participating In The Global Discussion Among Librarians In Southwest Nigeria Universities, Bola C. Atulomah Jul 2010

Awareness Of Library 2.0 And Participating In The Global Discussion Among Librarians In Southwest Nigeria Universities, Bola C. Atulomah

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Library 2.0 may be well-established for librarians in developed countries but is newer in developing countries. This pilot study explores the awareness of Library 2.0 among academic librarians in selected universities in Southwest Nigeria. This was a cross-sectional study which used a structured self- administered questionnaire to obtain information on awareness of library 2.0, perceived support, and willingness to participate in the ongoing global discussion among 31 participants randomly selected from a total of 33 universities owned by federal and state governments and private organizations with a total of about 200 qualified academic librarians. A majority (80.6 percent) hold a …

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Resource Sharing Among Law Libraries: An Imperative For Legal Research And The Administration Of Justice In Nigeria, Hussaini Ali, J.E. Owoeye, Stella N.I. Anasi Jul 2010

Resource Sharing Among Law Libraries: An Imperative For Legal Research And The Administration Of Justice In Nigeria, Hussaini Ali, J.E. Owoeye, Stella N.I. Anasi

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The paper examines resource sharing among libraries and it benefirts for legal research and administration of justice in Nigeria.Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is a critical requirement resource sharing. The use of Z39.50 as an aid to resource sharing is discussed.Categories of resource sharing and the benefits to be derived from each category by the cooperating libraries are also highlighted. Factors that hinder effective resource sharing are identified and analyzed. Recommendations are given for the initiation and promotion of resource sharing among law libraries in Nigeria.

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Impact Of The Internet On Final Year Students' Research: A Case Study Of Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria, Promise Ifeoma Ilo, Goodluck I. Ifijeh Jul 2010

Impact Of The Internet On Final Year Students' Research: A Case Study Of Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria, Promise Ifeoma Ilo, Goodluck I. Ifijeh

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The 21st century is characterized by advancements in information and communication technology (ICT), including the Internet. Final year students of Covenant University implore the use of the Internet in writing their projects. This paper examines the extent of accessibility and use of the Internet by these students and the impact the Internet has on their projects. A questionnaire was used for data collection. A total of 150 questionaires were distributed to students from each of the three colleges in the university. The results show that all respondents used the Internet for their project work. Nearly all indicated that the Internet …

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Challenges Of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Siwes) In Library And Information Science In The Ict Environment, Chijioke F. Ugwuanyi, Jonas U. Ezema Jul 2010

Challenges Of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (Siwes) In Library And Information Science In The Ict Environment, Chijioke F. Ugwuanyi, Jonas U. Ezema

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The ICT revolution has permeated every profession and all areas of human endeavour. Professions such as law, medicine , engineering, and library and information science are adjusting to the ICT environment through re-tooling, retraining, and curriculum revision. The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of ICT on the student industrial work experience scheme (SIWES) of library and information science students. It traces the historical development of the scheme, the ICT development trends in LIS, and the challenges this development brings to SIWES. Strategies to absorb this shock created by ICT are offered.

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Working Experience And Librarians' Knowledge Of Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) In Nigerian University Libraries, Stella E. Igun Jul 2010

Working Experience And Librarians' Knowledge Of Information And Communication Technologies (Icts) In Nigerian University Libraries, Stella E. Igun

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This paper discuses the influence of librarians' years of working experience and sources of acquisition of ICTs' knowledge and skills. The study is based on 169 librarians working in thirteen university libraries in the universities of six states located in the South-South zone of Nigeria. The purpose of the paper is to find out if years of working experience has an effect on librarians' sources/means of acquisition of ICT knowledge and skills. The questionnaires used were answered by two categories of librarians. Those with longer years of experience – 16 years and above and those with fewer years of working …

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Scientometric Study Of Doctoral Dissertations In Biochemistry In The University Of Kerala, India, K.G. Pillai Sudhier, V. Dileep Kumar Jun 2010

Scientometric Study Of Doctoral Dissertations In Biochemistry In The University Of Kerala, India, K.G. Pillai Sudhier, V. Dileep Kumar

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Biochemistry is the most fascinating subject as it deals with the chemical language of life. The ultimate goal of biochemistry is to describe the phenomena that distinguish living from non-living in the language of chemistry and physics. Researchers in biochemistry use specific techniques native to biochemistry, but increasingly combine these with techniques and ideas from genetics, molecular biology and biophysics. In India at present around 75,000 students are enrolled in research and nearly 11,000 are awarded PhDs every year, of which 50 percent are from science and technology disciplines. Theses and dissertations reflect the scholarly communication process. Scientometrics and citation …

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Justification For Reform In Library And Information Science Education In Nigerian Universities, R. E. Ozioko, A. U. Nwabueze Jun 2010

Justification For Reform In Library And Information Science Education In Nigerian Universities, R. E. Ozioko, A. U. Nwabueze

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With the advent of ICT and new ways of creating, storing, organizing, packaging, and providing information, the role of library and information science education has changed. Library schools in universities in Nigeria must undergo systematic and strategic reform. This paper attempts to establish what reforms are required and how they can be implemented. It identifies the role of the Nigerian Library Association, the National Universities Commission (NUC), and other stakeholders, and suggests strategies for sustainable reform.

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Preserving Information-Bearing Material In Higher Education Institutions In Nigeria, Robert Orotomah Ovowoh, Basil Enemute Iwhiwhu Jun 2010

Preserving Information-Bearing Material In Higher Education Institutions In Nigeria, Robert Orotomah Ovowoh, Basil Enemute Iwhiwhu

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This research investigates the preservation and conservation of information-bearing materials in libraries in Nigeria. A survey drew its population from the staff of Delta State University (DELSU) Library, Abraka and Petroleum Training Institute (PTI) Library, Effurun. The results show that information-bearing materials are at high risk of deterioration. There is no written preservation and conservation policy, no security policy, no personnel adequately trained in conservation, and lack of conservation facilities and equipment.

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Role Of Libraries In Conflict Resolution: The Niger Delta Case, Friday B. Batubo, Beleudaara Nelly Digitemie-Batubo Jun 2010

Role Of Libraries In Conflict Resolution: The Niger Delta Case, Friday B. Batubo, Beleudaara Nelly Digitemie-Batubo

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Conflict is prevalent everywhere and in every facet of life the world over, in many different countries. The Niger Delta case is no exception. This paper attempts to define conflict and conflict resolution, trace the origin of conflicts in the region and the efforts made so far to ameliorate the situation. Emphasis is placed on dialogue rather than violence. It goes further to a role for the library in conflict resolution, particularly in the area of creating awareness and sensitizing users and professionals alike.

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Perception Of The Internet As An Enabler Of Scholarship Among Postgraduate Students Of The University Of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, Olusola Bamidele Bamigboye, Reuben Abiodun Ojo Jun 2010

Perception Of The Internet As An Enabler Of Scholarship Among Postgraduate Students Of The University Of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, Olusola Bamidele Bamigboye, Reuben Abiodun Ojo

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This paper investigates postgraduate students' perceptions of the Internet as an enabler of scholarship.The specific objectives of the study are: to ascertain the perception held by the postgraduate students on the Internet usage as an enabler of scholarship, and to determine what interventions are necessary to facilitate postgraduate students' adoption of the Internet as a tool for learning and research. The subjects of study are the postgraduate students of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. A random sample of 100 students was selected with representation from each faculty of the university. A questionnaire instrument with a 12-item scale was designed and …

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Availability And Use Of Audiovisual And Electronic Resources By Distance Learning Students In Nigerian Universities: A Case Study Of National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Ibadan Study Centre, Kolawole Akinjide Aramide, Omolara M. Bolarinwa Jun 2010

Availability And Use Of Audiovisual And Electronic Resources By Distance Learning Students In Nigerian Universities: A Case Study Of National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Ibadan Study Centre, Kolawole Akinjide Aramide, Omolara M. Bolarinwa

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This study investigated the availability and use of audiovisual and electronic resources by distance learning students at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). A questionnaire was administered tothe distance learning students selected across the various departments of the NOUN. The findings revealed that even though NOUN made provision for audiovisual and electronic resources for students' use, a majority of the audiovisual and electronic resources are available through personal provision by the students.The study also revealed regular use of audiovisual and electronic resources by the distance learning students. Constraints on use include poor power supply, poor infrastructure, lack of adequate …

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A Survey Of Medical College Libraries In Andhra Pradesh, India, Dr. P. Srinivasulu, Dr. V. Pulla Reddy Jun 2010

A Survey Of Medical College Libraries In Andhra Pradesh, India, Dr. P. Srinivasulu, Dr. V. Pulla Reddy

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Data was collected from 22 selected medical college libraries and 526 undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, using a survey. The article presents a list of findings and recommendations based on them to improve the services of medical college libraries in Andhra Pradesh.

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Theses, Projects, And Africana Materials Management In Nigerian Academic Libraries: The Case Of Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Chinwe M.T. Nweze Jun 2010

Theses, Projects, And Africana Materials Management In Nigerian Academic Libraries: The Case Of Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Chinwe M.T. Nweze

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This is a survey of the procurement, organization and use of unpublished projects, theses, and Africana mateials in Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. The Africana section conserves knowledge, preserves cultural heritage, provides information, and supports education and research. This paper the location, mode of processing, circulation, and terms of availability of these materials. Recommendations are made on how to manage Africana materials in academic libraries where they constitute a vital component of collections.

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