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Student Librarian Work Study Programmes In Academic Libraries: An Appraisal, Tinuade O. Adewale, N.A. Ajayi
Student Librarian Work Study Programmes In Academic Libraries: An Appraisal, Tinuade O. Adewale, N.A. Ajayi
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study explores whether the student work study programme of Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife Nigeria programme has lived up to the purpose of its establishment. Existing circulation statistical records and interview were used to elicit information. The results of the appraisal reveal that there are challenges and prospects; and that the programme has complemented staff shortages, assisted indigent students, and contributed to academic excellence of the participating students. It is therefore recommended that more funds should be allocated to the programme and more students should be employed.
Access, Use, And Attitudes Of Academics Toward Electronic Journals: A Case Study Of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, B.O. Omotayo
Access, Use, And Attitudes Of Academics Toward Electronic Journals: A Case Study Of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, B.O. Omotayo
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The paper surveys the use of electronic journals by academics at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. It considers the attitude, purpose, frequency of use, and problems encountered. The data represent responses from two hundred and forty-five academic staff. The results reveal a high percentage of use for literature search and professional development. Use is affected by problems associated with basic infrastructures prevalent in the developing countries. The academics see a bright future for electronic journals without predicting the extinction of print journals.The paper suggests that the university administration provide better basic infrastructures to encourage the use of electronic journals, …
The Effect Of Social Factors On Students' Academic Performance In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions, S.S. Umar, I.O. Shaib, D.N. Aituisi, N.A. Yakubu, O. Bada
The Effect Of Social Factors On Students' Academic Performance In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions, S.S. Umar, I.O. Shaib, D.N. Aituisi, N.A. Yakubu, O. Bada
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Students' academic performance is influenced by social factors. These factors include romantic relationships, student cults, membership in clubs and organizations, and sports. Sampling via mid-point square approach was used to compare social variables with the students' CGPA. Both the f-test at 0.05 level of significance and regression indicate that romantic relationships and student cults have a significant effect on academic performance, while club or organization activity and excessive sporting is not significant.
Provision And Use Of Legal Information Among Civil Rights Groups In The Oil Producing Communities Of Nigeria, Margeret U. Ugboma
Provision And Use Of Legal Information Among Civil Rights Groups In The Oil Producing Communities Of Nigeria, Margeret U. Ugboma
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study investigates the provision and use of legal information among civil rights groups in oil producing communities of Nigeria. The survey research design was employed for this study. Data was gathered by questionnaire from 127 active civil rights group members spread across ten oil producing communities in three major oil producing states of Nigeria – Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers. The data obtained were analyzed using simple percentages. Findings revealed that majority of the civil rights groups members are youths with low educational background. Findings further revealed that lack of funds, lack of legal knowledge, hoarding of information, and inability …
The Role And Impact Of Non-Academics Staff Union (Nasu) In Two Nigerian Universities, Moses A. Adeniji, Olalekan A. Adekunjo
The Role And Impact Of Non-Academics Staff Union (Nasu) In Two Nigerian Universities, Moses A. Adeniji, Olalekan A. Adekunjo
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Universities in Nigeria operate with people performing certain specialised complementary roles to make the system work. Workers e belong to one of several workers' associations (trade unions). Despite the apparently congenial industrial relations within the two university systems, dissatisfaction and disharmony have often emerged and developed from unsatisfied demands or unchecked exhibitions of managerial prerogative amongst the three existing unions, resulting in conflict and eventually leading to the disruption of academic activities. The study seeks empirical information about the impact of trade unions on university education in Nigeria. This is with a view to highlighting the problems and strengthening the …
Internet Access And Use By Students Of Private Universities In Ogun State, Nigeria, M.O. Salaam, A.M. Adegbore
Internet Access And Use By Students Of Private Universities In Ogun State, Nigeria, M.O. Salaam, A.M. Adegbore
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Private university students are a unique population in Nigeria. The organization and administration of these institutions, the mode of admission, and facilities in place account for the uniqueness of their students compared with their counterparts in government institutions. Students in private institutions are provided with facilities that will enhance their academic performance, which includes hostel accommodation, sporting activities, a well-equipped library, information and communication technology (Internet access), and others. Payments for such facilities are always included in tuition fees. It is the aim of this research to determine the level of accessibility and use of Internet services in these universities.
Collection Security Issues In Malaysian Academic Libraries: An Exploratory Survey, Abass Atiku Maidabino
Collection Security Issues In Malaysian Academic Libraries: An Exploratory Survey, Abass Atiku Maidabino
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The collection is the library's most valuable asset and it needs to be protected from security breaches. Collection security is an important issue for academic libraries.This study explores the major collection security issues related to library collections in Malaysian university libraries. The study reveals the measures adopted by the Malaysian libraries to ensure effective collections security governance. The findings indicate that main breaches of collection security are book theft, damage, mutilation, or defacement; books attacked by insects or worms; and non-return of borrowed materials. The measures used to reduce and address security breaches include electronic security system; manual security approaches …
Demographic Variables And Self-Efficacy As Factors Influencing Career Commitment Of Librarians In Federal University Libraries In Nigeria, Gboyega Adio, S.O. Popoola
Demographic Variables And Self-Efficacy As Factors Influencing Career Commitment Of Librarians In Federal University Libraries In Nigeria, Gboyega Adio, S.O. Popoola
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This research examines the influence demographic variables and self-efficacy have on career commitment of librarians in federal university libraries in Nigeria. The standardized self-efficacy scale developed by Schwarzer and Jerusalem (1993) and revalidated in 2007 with a reliability coefficient of 0.81 was used for data collection. The outcome of the research showed that demographic variables and self-efficacy had significant influence on career commitment of librarians working in federal university libraries in Nigeria (F (9; 352) = 11.058, p < 0.05). The study revealed that demographic variables and self-efficacy accounted for 20% (adj R 2 = 0.2000) in variability of career commitment of the respondents.
"Can't Anyone Be A Teacher Anyway?": Student Perceptions Of Academic Librarians As Teachers, Mark Aaron Polger, Karen Okamoto
"Can't Anyone Be A Teacher Anyway?": Student Perceptions Of Academic Librarians As Teachers, Mark Aaron Polger, Karen Okamoto
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study explores student perceptions of the academic librarian as teachers. A questionnaire was distributed to 500 students at two City University of New York colleges. Convenience and snowball sampling were employed to reach as many respondents as possible. Questionnaires were administered following a library instruction class and in the campus cafeteria. Contrary to results from previous studies, many respondents consider librarians to be teachers.
Exploiting Computer Facilities For Internal Income Generation: A Comparison Of Two Nigerian Libraries, Fredrick Olatunji Ajegbomogun
Exploiting Computer Facilities For Internal Income Generation: A Comparison Of Two Nigerian Libraries, Fredrick Olatunji Ajegbomogun
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study focused on the exploitation of computer facilities for internal income generation in Nigerian academic libraries. It is a comparative study of Hezekiah Oluwasanmi Library, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife and Kenneth Dike Library, University of Ibadan. Questionnaires and interviews were used to obtain data from the head of libraries and librarians who were directly involved in the section where internal income are generated.The performances of the two libraries in this regard are compared and recommendations were made on how to generate money internally through various services, since library is persistently facing economic problems in carrying out their services
Evaluation Of References In Dissertations And Theses Against The Holdings In A University Library, Florence Adeola Omoba, Beatrice Adeyoji Fabunmi
Evaluation Of References In Dissertations And Theses Against The Holdings In A University Library, Florence Adeola Omoba, Beatrice Adeyoji Fabunmi
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The evaluation of university library collections must include quantitative as well as qualitative measures. This research seeks to demonstrate a relationship between quantitative and qualitative evaluation of Kenneth Dike Library collection in the sciences. It is hypothesised that, as a result of this relationship, the larger the collection, the more likely it is that it can support PhD research in the sciences.
Community Libraries In Indonesia: A Survey Of Government-Supported And Independent Reading Gardens, Stian Håklev
Community Libraries In Indonesia: A Survey Of Government-Supported And Independent Reading Gardens, Stian Håklev
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Reading gardens (taman bacaan) are a unique form of community libraries that have sprouted up in Indonesia since the year 2001. They represent the culmination of more than a century of development of both private and government-led efforts to bring books to people. This article surveys the current situation of community libraries in Indonesia, using statistics from the government, as well as a survey conducted among community libraries in the greater Jakarta area. It shows how independent community libraries and government community libraries are different, lists examples of typical activities that independent community libraries run, discuss the future government policies, …
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, And Academic Library Management, L.F. Osinulu, O.I. Amusa
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, And Academic Library Management, L.F. Osinulu, O.I. Amusa
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This article focuses on the roles of Information Technology and quality assurance in effective and efficient library services in Nigerian academic libraries. Issues relating to IT and quality assurance in academic libraries are discussed and recommendations offered on how quality assurance can be implemented in academic libraries.
Faculty Use Of Internet Services At A University Of Agriculture And Technology, Devendra Kumar
Faculty Use Of Internet Services At A University Of Agriculture And Technology, Devendra Kumar
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study analyzed the use of Internet services by faculty members of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology in Meerut , Uttar Pradesh, India. Sixty structured questionnaires were distributed among faculty members of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology. Faculty gave information on Internet usage, sources of information about websites, favorite search engines, problems faced by users, satisfaction with the Internet for research purposes, and facilities infrastructure available in the libraries.
Publication Output Of Librarians In Tertiary Institutions: A Case Study Of Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria, Esoswo Francisca Ogbomo
Publication Output Of Librarians In Tertiary Institutions: A Case Study Of Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria, Esoswo Francisca Ogbomo
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The requirement to do research and publication to gain promotion and tenure is growing Nigerian academic libraries. This study surveys the literature on this topic and reports on a survey of librarians at one institution, including their research output, educational background, attendance at conferences, and barriers to doing research. Lack of education and training and lack of time were the primary factors having a negative effect on research output.
Access To Health Information By People Living With Hiv/Aids In Nigeria, Nelson Edewor
Access To Health Information By People Living With Hiv/Aids In Nigeria, Nelson Edewor
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study is a survey of access to health information by people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in Nigeria. A questionnaire was used to collect data from 120 respondents. The data obtained were analysed using simple percentages. The study reveals that libraries are not used as sources of health information by PLWHA. The study recommends that libraries should repackage information for PLWHA, educate users, and organise awareness/outreach services in collaboration with NGOs on the subject of HIV/AIDS.
Community Information Services Through Public Libraries In Bangladesh: Problems And Proposals, Md. Anwarul Islam, Muhammad Mezbah-Ul-Islam
Community Information Services Through Public Libraries In Bangladesh: Problems And Proposals, Md. Anwarul Islam, Muhammad Mezbah-Ul-Islam
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Information is a key element for decision making and development. People need information to make the best use of the resources and solve problems. In Bangladesh, most people (80 percent) live in villages and Community Information Service (CIS) facilities remain low. Different organizations provide information services but these services are not always made in accordance with ommunity needs. This article discusses initiatives taken in Bangladesh and explores how public libraries can play a key role in developing CIS.
Information Seeking Behaviour Of Polytechnic Students: The Case Of Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana Nigeria, Kehinde Abayomi Owolabi, Mutair Afolabi Jimoh, Sylvester Chinedu Okpeh
Information Seeking Behaviour Of Polytechnic Students: The Case Of Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana Nigeria, Kehinde Abayomi Owolabi, Mutair Afolabi Jimoh, Sylvester Chinedu Okpeh
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study investigated the information-seeking behaviors of polytechnic students. Five hundred students were randomly selected and a questionnaire was used to gathering data. The findings revealed that academic information is the major reason why students seek information and the library is the major source of information.
An Evaluation Of User-Education Programmes In The University Libraries Of Pakistan, Rubina Bhatti
An Evaluation Of User-Education Programmes In The University Libraries Of Pakistan, Rubina Bhatti
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The purpose of this study was to explore and critically examine the present state of affairs regarding the provision of library user education by the university libraries of Pakistan. The study collected data by means of questionnaire, personal observation, and informal discussion with senior library staff members. Literature and Internet sources were also consulted with a purpose to explore the related studies in the field. The study indicates the need for Pakistani university libraries to improve their professional standards and to take a more active role in formulating a proper policy and aims and objectives on educating the users. Teaching …
Use Of Information Sources By Research Scholars: A Case Study Of Gulbarga University, Shankar Reddy
Use Of Information Sources By Research Scholars: A Case Study Of Gulbarga University, Shankar Reddy
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
User studies help build need-based and balanced collections. A questionnaire was used to collect data about use of information sources by research scholars of Gulbarga University of Karnataka State. A majority of the research scholars visit the library daily, and most indicated that they visit to use the Internet. Most found the collection inadequate to meet their information needs.
Effects Of Federal Government Interventions On Collection Development In Nigerian Universities, B.F. Akindojutimi, T.O. Adewale, B.O. Omotayo
Effects Of Federal Government Interventions On Collection Development In Nigerian Universities, B.F. Akindojutimi, T.O. Adewale, B.O. Omotayo
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The paper evaluates the success of programmes of the Federal Government of Nigeria in improving funding of university libraries. The World Bank loan, 10 percent direct allocation, and the Education Trust Fund (ETF) interventions were found to be beneficial to library acquisitions. Interventions like the Petroleum Trust Fund (PTF) and National Universities Commission (NUC) central book purchase scheme as beneficial. Prudent management of funds at Hezekiah Oluwasanmi library has been of help since the stoppage of direct allocation from NUC. It is recommended that the government should involve end users of intervention programmes in planning and execution of future programmes.
Information Needs And Information-Seeking Behaviour Of Faculty Members At The Islamia University Of Bahawalpur, Rubina Bhatti
Information Needs And Information-Seeking Behaviour Of Faculty Members At The Islamia University Of Bahawalpur, Rubina Bhatti
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study evaluates the educational and information needs and information-seeking behaviour of the faculty members of the Islamia University of Bahawalpur. Questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were used with one hundred faculty members. One hundred fifty questionnaires were distributed and 100 returned. The data showed that most faculty (76%) consider the Internet the most useful source of information, along with books, journals, and informal channels. The teachers from Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, and Islamic Learning also want up-to-date resources relevant to their fields via a digital library. Teachers complained about the insufficient provision of computers in the library. The demand …
Faculty Expectations Of Libraries: A Comparative Study Of Covenant University And The University Of Lagos, Mercy A. Ijirigho
Faculty Expectations Of Libraries: A Comparative Study Of Covenant University And The University Of Lagos, Mercy A. Ijirigho
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study assessed the quality of library services rendered, identified faculty expectations of librarians, and ascertained the disparity in user expectations between private and public universities. Three hundred questionnaires were administered to respondents from Covenant University and the University of Lagos, and two hundred and forty were completed. The study revealed that the quality of services currently rendered is higher in the private university than in the public university.
Evaluating Students’ Use Of Campus Wide Network In Accessing Library Resources And Services In Nnamdi Azikiwe Library, University Of Nigeria, Nsukka, Delight Udochukwu, H C. Chukwuemeka
Evaluating Students’ Use Of Campus Wide Network In Accessing Library Resources And Services In Nnamdi Azikiwe Library, University Of Nigeria, Nsukka, Delight Udochukwu, H C. Chukwuemeka
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This paper investigated students’ use of the campus wide network in accessing library resources and services in Nnamdi Azikiwe Library, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Nnamdi Azikiwe Library was selected because it is a University Library that has adopted wireless connectivity services so as to satisfy the needs of its community. Questionnaire was adopted as an instrument for data collection and was randomly distributed to the students. 1000 students selected using stratified random sampling, constituted the sample size out of a population of 39,000 students. Results revealed that laptop; smart phone and tablet phones were the mostly used wireless connectivity devices. …
The Use Of The Library Catalogue By Undergraduates, Maidul Islam
The Use Of The Library Catalogue By Undergraduates, Maidul Islam
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study investigated the use of library catalogue in Dhaka University Library. The study employed descriptive research methods and a questionnaire to generate the data. The analysis revealed that 61.38 percent (178) of the users were aware of library catalogue, and 53.45 percent (155) had never used the catalogue. The study also showed that 71.03 percent (206) encountered difficulties in using the catalogue because of lack of proper education and, as a result, 69.31 percent (201) of the users did browsing/reading through the shelves to locate books. The analysis also revealed that 68.97 percent (200) of users indicated that proper …
Embedding Semantic Markup In Web Pages, Virginia Shilling
Embedding Semantic Markup In Web Pages, Virginia Shilling
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The World Wide Web first revolutionized the presentation of text and data for people. The next wave of technology, the semantic web, will make data accessible to computers as well as people. Underpinning the semantic web is the Resource Description Framework (RDF). One way to make RDF-compatible data available on the web is to embed it in the X/HTML document. A small project investigates the available syntax for encoding RDF in web pages, the available descriptive vocabularies, and discusses the results of manually encoding web pages using RDFa and Dublin Core
Electronic Information Seeking Among Lis Postgraduate Students At Makerere University, Uganda, C. Okello-Obura, J. R. Ikoja-Odongo
Electronic Information Seeking Among Lis Postgraduate Students At Makerere University, Uganda, C. Okello-Obura, J. R. Ikoja-Odongo
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Without clearly understanding the users’ level of usage of resources, attitudes and the e-resources literacy levels, it is difficult to promote reading in electronic environment. Developing countries within their limited library resources need to ensure that the e-resources acquired or subscribed to are optimally used. It is on that basis that the study was designed and conducted among the postgraduate Library and Information Science (LIS) students of Makerere University, Uganda to establish the level of computer skills of its LIS postgraduate students; determine the use of electronic information resources; their attitudes towards e-resources; access; their e-resources literacy levels and propose …
Attitudes Towards The Internet: A Survey Of Lis Professionals In Pakistan,, Khalid Mahmood
Attitudes Towards The Internet: A Survey Of Lis Professionals In Pakistan,, Khalid Mahmood
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The paper presents the results of a survey of library and information science professionals working in various institutions in Pakistan. Their access to and use of the Internet were measured. Their attitude towards Internet and relationship of the attitude with some personal and Internet use related variables were also explored. The findings reveal that the participants’ attitude was very positive towards Internet based facilities and services. They found these tools very useful in their professional and personal work. The most useful services were Web search engines and e-mail. It was found that the institution type, gender and age of the …
Reading Habits Of Senior Secondary Students At Allahabad City, U.P., India, Devendra Kumar, M. M.A. Ansari
Reading Habits Of Senior Secondary Students At Allahabad City, U.P., India, Devendra Kumar, M. M.A. Ansari
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This is a report on a readership survey carried out among the senior secondary students at Allahabad City, U.P. (India). The present study explores the reading habits of senior secondary students in Allahabad City. The present study demonstrates the various aspects of reading habits like the motives of study, reading materials borrowed from library, time spent for the serious reading, use reference materials, languages of newspaper that read daily, sections of newspapers read, place of reading, and to develop some suggestions for solution of the problem. Suggestions have been given to make the service more beneficial in the school libraries.
The Use Of Ict In Nigerian Universities: A Case Study Of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Chinwe M.T. Nweze
The Use Of Ict In Nigerian Universities: A Case Study Of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Chinwe M.T. Nweze
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Information and communication technology facilities in libraries are those facilities that assist various libraries that provide efficient and current information services. The paper highlights the importance of internet services in university and academic environments with particular reference to Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. The study showed that most academic staff and the students are aware of the resources of the Internet. E-mail is the most popular resource used by the staff and students. The staff and students used in this survey still find it difficult to make efficient use of the resources provided by information and communication technologies due to …