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Evaluation Of The Use Of University Library Resources And Services By The Students’ Of Lead City University: A Case Study Of Nursing Students, Omeiza Victor Jatto, Bakare Oluwabunmi D.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

ABSTRACT

The study was designed and conducted to evaluate the use of university library resources and services by nursing students of Lead City University, Ibadan. Descriptive survey design was use for this study and the population all nursing students was approximately 500 as at the time of this study, 20% of the population (100) was used. Close observation and a structured questionnaire were used with 100% return rate. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics (frequency counts and simple percentages). The findings shows that minority (14%) of the respondents don’t use the library on daily basis, among all the library …

Sustainable Strategies Towards Green Libraries: A Study Of State University Libraries Of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, M P. Singh, Shraddha Dixit

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of this article is to find out Sustainable Strategies that have been adopted by the Selected State University Libraries of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. The research paper is based on the survey method. It has been conducted in the Selected State University libraries with the help of questionnaire tools, tried to know about Green Initiatives taken in libraries. At the end of this study, it reveals that library professionals are aware of green libraries and sustainable development and are using their guidelines to the library. Government should support more and more for the Green libraries, so that in …

Philippine Data Privacy Law: Is It Implemented In A Private University Library, Or Not?, Rachelle Joy C. Tanate-Lazo, David A. Cabonero

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

An individual’s personal information identifies him and reveals who he is. Being aware of data privacy can help protect personal information from leakage. However, awareness is not enough. Conscious effort to understand and familiarize one’s self on the provisions of data privacy should also be exerted to guarantee safety. The study used mixed methods of research on the knowledge of stakeholders and practice of the library and librarians on Philippine Data Privacy Act (DPA) of 2012 using a researcher-made questionnaire. The data were determined by computing the frequencies and percent values of the “Yes” responses of the 115 library stakeholders …

Role Of Library Associations Towards Professional Identity In India, Prabhat Ranjan, Bhupendra Kumar Singh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Present study deals with some prominent issues to the library profession in India in parlance to role of associations to combat the problems arisen effectively. It includes wage issues to the professionals, quality assurance in LIS education, funding provisions in library legislations to support public libraries, and devising a strong platform for better presentations of problems to the government and society. The study is limited and delimited to India. The study is based on literature search and followed by an online survey on the issues mentioned earlier. The respondents did not satisfy with the associations on the pay equity issues. …

Information Needs And Seeking Behavior Of Pakistani Physicians, Muhammad Imran Shahid Mr., Shafiq Ur Rehman Dr., Muhammad Safdar, Asad Khan Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper aims to investigate the information need and seeking behaviour of physicians working in a well-reputed Lahore based hospital. Identification of medical professionals’ existing problems related to information searching and retrieval from the hospital library was another main objective of this study. A quantitative research approach is utilized to conduct this study and a cross-sectional survey research method is used to collect data on a self-reporting questionnaire. A total 226 medical doctors working in a Lahore based hospital participated in the survey. The findings of the study revealed that majority of the participants accessed the library information resources to …

Designing Bento Box Search Mechanism Using Vufind, Sukumar Mandal

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Modern library provides better information services with the help of new tools and techniques. Search mechanisms are very important in automated and digital library systems to perform the different tasks and activities. If the library and educational society has implemented and integrated the concepts of web scale discovery systems. So, the problems are (i) how to implement and configure the web scale search parameters ? (ii) how to integrate with different external databases ? Now, these are the major problems, and these can be solved using the bento box search parameter with the help of VuFind for providing a web …

Improving Literacy Education Provisions To Tackle National Security Challenges In Ebonyi State, Nigeria, Charles Chibuike Onwuadi, Eke Ndukwe Ukpai, Ikechukwu Charles Okafor, Polycarp Mbagwu Darlington Okeke, Charity Onyeodiri Imo, Jimoh Bala Ogu, Ifeyinwa O. Ezenwaji

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

This study ascertained the extent to which improving literacy provisions can help ameliorate national security challenges in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. The study was guided by three specific purposes, three research questions and three corresponding null hypotheses. The population for the study comprised 3,035 respondents. Stratified proportionate sampling technique was used to select 749 respondents comprising 130 CBMC members, 427 adult literacy facilitators and 192 adult learners used as the sample for the study. The instrument for data collection was researchers-structured questionnaire titled “Improving Literacy Provisions for National Security Questionnaire” (ILPNSQ). The instrument was validated by three experts while its …

Digital Learning In Post Covid-19 Era: Policy Options And Prospects For Quality Education In Nigeria, Stephen Tochukwu Nwachukwu, Chinweoke Methodius Ugwu, Joseph O. Wogu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Quality education, which remains the key to sustainable development globally, is under threat sequel to Covid-19 pandemic that has bedeviled the academic activities owing to its social distancing rule. Alternatively, Universities worldwide has embraced digital learning in order to sustain the academic activities. Regrettably, Nigerians’ Universities are still under lock and keys in view of poor or lack of digital learning equipment and experts. This study ascertains Nigeria’s readiness towards digital learning, prospects, challenges and policy options amidst Covid 19 pandemic. Evaluation theory in line with qualitative research design was used to analyze the research questions. The finding showed that …

Change In The Nomenclature Of Library And Information Science Discipline: Perceptions Of Lis Faculty Members, Practitioners And Students, Midrar Ullah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Objectives: To know the perceptions of LIS professionals and students regarding change of nomenclature of LIS discipline and the location of LIS schools (departments) under the appropriate faculty in the universities.

Methodology: Data for this descriptive study were collected from the university websites and through discussion with the chairpersons of LIS departments in Pakistan. A web-based questionnaire was also posted on Facebook, mailing groups, WhatsApp groups to ascertain the perceptions of LIS faculty members, practitioners and students in Pakistan. The data were analyzed and presented with frequency and percentage.

Findings: There is no uniformity in the nomenclature …

Social Media As A Collaborative Tool For Research Among Library And Information Science (Lis) Professionals In Nigeria, Azeez Adebamgbola Adeoye, Charis Onuoha Mrs, Doris C. Obiano Dr., Olayode Motunrayo Librarian I

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The penetrating influence of the internet and information communication technology tools has brought about a boost in communication and interaction of people. Collaborative research is now seen as a key factor in achieving a set goal in any field including the field of library and information science. This study is focused on exploring the use of social media as a tool for collaborative research among librarians in Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was adopted for this study and an electronic questionnaire was used to elicit responses from one hundred and one (101) library and information science (LIS) professionals based on …

Health Literacy Of University Students In Covid-19 Pandemic And Infodemic: A Pakistani Perspective, Rozeen Shaukat, Muhammad Asif Naveed

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research investigated the levels of health literacy among Pakistani university students in the Covid-19 pandemic and infodemic. The university students were surveyed using an online questionnaire at two public sector universities and one private sector university in Punjab-Pakistan. The administration of the data collection instrument was completed with permission from concerned authorities. A total of 374 responses received which were imported to SPSS and analyzed by applying descriptive as well as inferential statistics. The results revealed that the health literacy of university students in the Covid-19 pandemic and infodemic was not at an optimal level as these participants expressed …

Influence Of Library Environment And User Education On Undergraduates' Use Of Library At College Of Education Warri, Nigeria., Eniekebi Ejiroghene

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

ABSTRACT

The study investigated the influence of library environment and user education on undergraduates’ use of the college main library at the college of education warri. The study adopted the survey research design and the population consisted of 10,000 regular undergraduates in five faculties from which a sample size of 400 respondents was selected, using a random sampling technique. The research instrument used for data collection was a self-developed questionnaire while data were analyzed using frequency distribution, percentages. The research finding disclosed the customer education methods were library orientation for fresh learners and use of library course with guided library …

The Effects Of Social Marketing Techniques On Attitudes And Knowledge Of Health Scholars Of Liaquat University Of Medical And Health Sciences Hospital Hyderabad Sindh, Pakistan, Liaquat Ali Rahoo, Zameer Hussain Baladi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Purpose of the study is to examine the effect of Social Marketing Techniques on the Knowledge and Attitude of health scholars at the Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences Hospital Hyderabad Sindh, Pakistan. Quantitative study methods to use for analysis. The study population includes all students and faculty members of the Liaquat University Hospital, and the simple random sampling technique was used. Primary data collected through an adapted questionnaire. SPSS 20 software were used to analyze the tests like; validity and reliability, Cronbach's alpha, descriptive and inferential statistics paired t-test and test. Result of validity and reliability was …

Counselling As A Learner Support Service For Enhancing Quality Learning For Students Of National Open University Of Nigeria, South-East Study Centres Of Nigeria, Ikechukwu Charles Okafor, Charles Chibuike Onwuadi, Charity Onyeodiri Imo, Eberechukwu Charity Eneh, Polycarp Mbagwu Darlington Okeke, Chiedu Eseadi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the extent counselling as a learner support service have enhanced the quality of learning for students of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Study centres in South-East of Nigeria. Two research questions and one null hypothesis guided the study. The descriptive design was adopted for the study. Survey research study that was carried out at the four Study Centres of NOUN in the South-East states of Nigeria The population of study was 4,765 students while a sample of 480 respondents were selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. The instrument for data collection was researchers` structured questionnaire titled …

Information Needs And Seeking Behaviour Of Researchers At African Regional Aquaculture Centre (Arac) In Rivers State, Veronica Emenogu, Anthonia Omehia Prof, Emmanuel Okwu Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study examined the relationship between information needs and seeking behavior of researchers at the African Regional Aquaculture Centre (ARAC), Rivers State. The population of the study was made up of thirty-four researchers at ARAC, Buguma, Rivers State. The study employed a correlational- Descriptive research design. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire titled ‘Questionnaire on Information Needs and Seeking Behaviour of ARAC Researcher (QINSB)’ whose reliability index calculated using Cronbach alpha was 0.922. The collated data from the responses of the respondents was organized using count/frequency, percentages and mean. The data was analysed using Pearson Product Moment Correlational statistical …

Building A Robust E-Learning Module Scorecard: The Nebraska E-Learning Scorecard (Nescore), Tammy Webster, Alissa Fial, Peggy Moore, Shireen Rajaram, Ronald Shope, Dele Davies

Library Faculty Research and Publications

Teaching during a pandemic has compelled educators to transform traditional strategies towards more innovative solutions. These innovative solutions use a variety of educational technologies, and often, shift delivery modalities to an online or blended approach to learning. A key strategy in online teaching is the development of quality e-learning modules based on the core tenets of e-learning. E-learning modules aim to enhance knowledge, performance, and retention through interactive and engaging strategies. While the value of a quality e-learning module is well-supported in the literature, there are limited resources available for developers to assess if the module adheres to the core …

Create Or Curate: An Environmental Scan Of Digital Learning Object Development, Eric A. Kowalik

Library Faculty Research and Publications

A 2012 survey focused on the sharing of information literacy teaching materials (PDF) found that current practice amongst many librarians creating digital resources is to find existing learning materials before developing their own.

In 2017 we conducted a survey to examine whether this continued to be true for librarians creating or reusing Digital Learning Objects (DLOs) and what best practices regarding design and development of DLOs were being used.

We adopted the New Media Consortium (NMC) definition for DLOs which describes them as “any grouping of materials that is structured in a meaningful way and is tied to an educational …

Annual Report Of The Registrar 2020/2021, University Of Northern Iowa

Institutional Effectiveness & Planning Documents

Contents:

--- Definitions
--- Some Comparisons
--- Annual Report Data
--- Summary of Attendance
--- Attendance by Session
--- Degrees Granted 2020/21
--- Degree Summary 2020/21
--- Program Certificates 2020/21
--- Miscellaneous Enrollment Information
--- Degrees Granted by College, Degree and Racial/Ethnic Classification

Systematic Incorporation Of Gold Nanoparticles Onto Mesoporous Titanium Oxide Particles For Green Catalysts, Jian Hou, Wongi Jang, Jaehan Yun, Franklin Obinna Egemole, Dianguo Geng, Hongsik Byun, Dong-Woo Kang, Jun-Hyun Kim

Faculty Publications – Chemistry

This report describes the systematic incorporation of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) onto mesoporous TiO₂ (MPT) particles without strong attractive forces to efficiently serve as reactive and recyclable catalysts in the homocoupling of arylboronic acid in green reaction conditions. Unlike using nonporous TiO₂ particles and conventional SiO₂ particles as supporting materials, the employment of MPT particles significantly improves the loading efficiency of AuNPs. The incorporated AuNPs are less than 10 nm in diameter, regardless of the amount of applied gold ions, and their surfaces, free from any modifiers, act as highly reactive catalytic sites to notably improve the yields …

Iowa Journal Of Communication, Volume 53, Number 1, Fall 2021 [Download Entire Issue]

Iowa Journal of Communication

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Just Txt Me: How Digital Platforms Shape The Close Relationships Of Generation Z, Kurt Sernett, Abigail Reinhardt, Lillian Smithson, Mitchell Hollingshead

Iowa Journal of Communication

The rise of texting and social media usage, primarily among Millennials and Generation Z, has led to the emergence of new communication behaviors in the last decade. While many studies have focused solely on the behaviors of Millennials in the digital age, we examine the behaviors of Generation Z and how the usage of digital communication shapes the close relationships of America’s college-aged youth population. After identifying the advantages and disadvantages of face-to-face communication and digital communication, we argue that today’s youth seek a healthy balance between in-person and online communication to cultivate fulfilling interpersonal relationships with their friends and …

Book Review: Communication Ethics Literacy: Dialogue & Difference, Maryl Mcginley

Iowa Journal of Communication

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Iowa Journal of Communication

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Front Matter - Table Of Contents - Preface

Iowa Journal of Communication

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Iowa Journal Of Communication, Volume 53, Number 2, Fall 2021 [Download Entire Issue]

Iowa Journal of Communication

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Facebook Top Fans, Opinion Leadership, & Percieved News Bias: A Modern Application Of Two-Step Flow To Online News Distribution, Sherice Gearhart, Bingbing Zhang, Sydney E. Brammer

Iowa Journal of Communication

News distributed via Facebook feature comments, which influence audiences. Integrating hostile media bias and two-step flow, this study tests whether an individual’s issue positions, experiences, and exposure to comments influence how Top Fans and others perceive news bias. A survey experiment using a nationwide sample of Facebook users (N = 319) tested the influence of the opinion climate on COVID-19 vaccinations and federal student loan forgiveness. Results show visible opinion leaders (i.e., Top Fans) differently perceived bias in news content.

Ssentiaa: A Self-Supervised Sentiment Analyzer For Classification From Unlabeled Data, Salim Sazzed, Sampath Jayarathna

Computer Science Faculty Publications

In recent years, supervised machine learning (ML) methods have realized remarkable performance gains for sentiment classification utilizing labeled data. However, labeled data are usually expensive to obtain, thus, not always achievable. When annotated data are unavailable, the unsupervised tools are exercised, which still lag behind the performance of supervised ML methods by a large margin. Therefore, in this work, we focus on improving the performance of sentiment classification from unlabeled data. We present a self-supervised hybrid methodology SSentiA (Self-supervised Sentiment Analyzer) that couples an ML classifier with a lexicon-based method for sentiment classification from unlabeled data. We first introduce LRSentiA …

Detecting Incentivized Review Groups With Co-Review Graph, Yubao Zhang, Shuai Hao, Haining Wang

Computer Science Faculty Publications

Online reviews play a crucial role in the ecosystem of nowadays business (especially e-commerce platforms), and have become the primary source of consumer opinions. To manipulate consumers’ opinions, some sellers of e-commerce platforms outsource opinion spamming with incentives (e.g., free products) in exchange for incentivized reviews. As incentives, by nature, are likely to drive more biased reviews or even fake reviews. Despite e-commerce platforms such as Amazon have taken initiatives to squash the incentivized review practice, sellers turn to various social networking platforms (e.g., Facebook) to outsource the incentivized reviews. The aggregation of sellers who …

A False Messiah? The Icc In Israel/Palestine And The Limits Of International Criminal Justice, Jeremie Bracka

Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law

This Article challenges the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) quasi-messianic mandate in the Middle-East. It casts doubt over the legal basis and desirability of an ICC intervention in the situation of Palestine. Despite the prosecutor’s formal opening of an investigation in 2021, there exist formidable obstacles to exercising jurisdiction over Gaza and the Israeli settlements. The Office of the Prosecutor (OTP) faces an uphill battle based on complex territorial and temporal dimensions. Indeed, the admissibility hurdles at the ICC of Palestinian statehood, complementarity, gravity and the interests of justice merit close inquiry. This Article also challenges the ICC as an ideal …

Pornography-Based Sex Trafficking: A Palermo Protocol Fit For The Internet Age, Hope Watson

Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law

The United Nations Palermo Protocol provides an international framework for regulating human trafficking with aims of increasing perpetrator prosecution and victim rehabilitation. Signatory nations implement this resolution through domestic legislation. Discrepancies across these statutes result in dangerous jurisdictional gaps and chaotically varied law enforcement approaches. Though legal scholarship rarely addresses the topic, pornography-based sex trafficking provides a clear example of this trend. The unique digital features of the internet compound these challenges. This Note seeks to close procedural gaps and alleviate policing frustrations through a proprietary examination of the Protocol’s “exploitation” definition and suggests an amendment to the Protocol that …