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The Library Services And Users' Satisfaction In Academic Libraries In Imo State, Nigeria, Ngozi Immaculata Ike, Celestina Amadi, Veronica Madu-Malachy, Sarah Nkechi Iheagwam, Ogechi Iheanacho-Kelechi, Oluchi Juliet Nwagu
The Library Services And Users' Satisfaction In Academic Libraries In Imo State, Nigeria, Ngozi Immaculata Ike, Celestina Amadi, Veronica Madu-Malachy, Sarah Nkechi Iheagwam, Ogechi Iheanacho-Kelechi, Oluchi Juliet Nwagu
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Abstract
The study focused on library services and users’ satisfaction in academic libraries in Imo State, Nigeria. The study examined the extent of users’ satisfaction with library services in academic libraries in Imo State, Nigeria, the relationship between library exhibition/display and user education services. Three research questions were posed and two hypotheses were formulated for the study. Correlational design was adopted for the study while 4-point likert rating scale was used to elicit data. A sample size of 393 students was drawn from the population of 15,310 using Taro Yammane (1967) sampling technique. The data collected were analyzed with Pearson …
Library Engagements: Looking Beyond Covid-19, Gautam Gogoi, Bhaigyashree Boro, Shaithingla R. Shimray
Library Engagements: Looking Beyond Covid-19, Gautam Gogoi, Bhaigyashree Boro, Shaithingla R. Shimray
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The role of the Library and Information professionals has been integral in promoting knowledge cultures throughout the centuries. Libraries have undergone a sea change and have been keeping pace with the networked and digital world. Libraries are the gateways to the information resources that engage the readers in different ways and capacities. A crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic shut the doors of the physical libraries but the opportunities and the doors for the digital libraries were opened like never before in history. LIS professionals all around the world have taken up the challenge of providing the information services to the …
Academic Library And Students' Learning At University Level: Nothing Is Pleasanter Than Exploring A Library, Muhammad Shoaib, Urooj Fatima, Rubab Jamil
Academic Library And Students' Learning At University Level: Nothing Is Pleasanter Than Exploring A Library, Muhammad Shoaib, Urooj Fatima, Rubab Jamil
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This study has been aligned to examine the effect of the role of the academic library on students’ learning at the university level. The administration of academic libraries has been found to facilitate university students in the global south and global north. For this study, a cross-sectional survey has been conducted at the Hafiz Hayat Campus, University of Gujrat, Pakistan. A sample of 131 BS program students has been sampled from the Department of Sociology and Psychology. A total of 120 students have participated in the survey. A well-structured questionnaire has been used as a tool of data collection to …
10-2020 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
10-2020 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for October 2020.
How Can Libraries Move Towards A More Inclusive Model Of Reference? A Practical Approach To Serve Distance Students, Lauren Puzier, Camille Chesley, Amanda M. Lowe
How Can Libraries Move Towards A More Inclusive Model Of Reference? A Practical Approach To Serve Distance Students, Lauren Puzier, Camille Chesley, Amanda M. Lowe
University Libraries Faculty Scholarship
Research consultations are a valuable service offered by academic libraries for students who are able to visit the library, however, many students enrolled in online degree programs or considering enrollment have limited access to campus services. We designed and tested a virtual reference consultation service for distance learners and graduate students. This interactive poster outlines a practical approach for designing and initiating a virtual research consultation service to offer equitable access to library services and a positive user experience for distance learners.
02-2020 Newsletter, Minnesota State Univeristy, Mankato. Library Services
02-2020 Newsletter, Minnesota State Univeristy, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for February 2020.
Library Services For The Visually Impaired: Case Study Of Academic Libraries In Ghana, Imoro Osman, Paulina Nana Yaa Kwafoa
Library Services For The Visually Impaired: Case Study Of Academic Libraries In Ghana, Imoro Osman, Paulina Nana Yaa Kwafoa
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The library has always been acknowledged as the hub of information to all in the academic environment. However, library services for the visually impaired in developing countries is often constrained due to social, financial and logistical challenges (Rowland, 2008; Hopkins, 2000; Willoughby, 1990). This study therefore examined the provision of library services for the visually impaired in three public universities in Ghana. The study adopted both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the quantitative aspect of the study whiles case study research design was used for the qualitative aspect of the study. The population …
12-2019 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
12-2019 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for December 2019.
10-2019 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
10-2019 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for October 2019.
Evaluation Of The Availability And Use Of Information Resources And Services By Sandwich Students: A Case Study Of Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State., Albert O. Adetunji, Taofeek Abiodun Oladokun
Evaluation Of The Availability And Use Of Information Resources And Services By Sandwich Students: A Case Study Of Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State., Albert O. Adetunji, Taofeek Abiodun Oladokun
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Abstract
Part-time and Distance education is fast gaining global acceptance with millions of enrolments annually. Stakeholders have argued that, just like regular students, those who chose this mode of study deserve the highest quality services available. As a result, Library and Information service providers are seeking to understand this group of users in order to properly meet their information needs and design services that best fit their unique characteristics. The study thus examined the availability and use of Library and Information Services by Part-time, Students at Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria. A self administered questionnaire was used to gather data. …
04-2019 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
04-2019 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for April/May 2019.
12-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
12-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for December 2018.
Students’ Perceived Influence Of Library Services In Secondary Schools In Kwara State, Nigeria., Yusuf Suleiman, Zahyah Hanafi, Thanslikan Muhajir 4508666
Students’ Perceived Influence Of Library Services In Secondary Schools In Kwara State, Nigeria., Yusuf Suleiman, Zahyah Hanafi, Thanslikan Muhajir 4508666
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
It is often said that students’ effective learning cannot be acquired through classrooms activities alone, they refer to school library information resources to complement what they have been taught. In view of the foregoing, this study examines students’ perceived influence of library services in secondary schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The study population consists of 27,883 students in secondary schools (public and private). Multistage and systematic random sampling techniques were used to select 378 students across the 16 local governments drawn from the three senatorial districts that formed the state. An instrument titled “School Library Questionnaire (SLQ)” was used to …
Satisfaction Of Library Services By Catholic Religious In Ss. Peter And Paul Seminary, Ibadan, Nigeria, Oyedele Abimbola Ojeniyi Mr.
Satisfaction Of Library Services By Catholic Religious In Ss. Peter And Paul Seminary, Ibadan, Nigeria, Oyedele Abimbola Ojeniyi Mr.
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Libraries not only acquire, organize, retrieve and disseminate information but also provide some services such as references services, current awareness, selective dissemination of information, document delivery services and inter-library loan services. Others include internet, audiovisual, reprographic, customer relation and user education services. The sole aim of these services is to satisfy the information needs of the users and clienteles of the library. The catholic religious who are studying to become priests have information needs not only for their academics but also for their pastoral training, which is given a greater priority towards their eligibility as priests. Therefore, they need to …
10-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
10-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for October 2018.
Serving The Professional Graduate Student: Health Sciences, Julie Evener
Serving The Professional Graduate Student: Health Sciences, Julie Evener
Education Collection
Students pursuing graduate-level degrees for careers in the health sciences have specific, and sometimes unique, needs regarding library resources and information literacy (IL) skills and instruction. The key to these considerations are the principles of evidence-based practice (EBP) taught in health science curriculums. EBP, also known as evidence-based medicine or evidence-informed practice, is best defined as “the conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best evidence in making decisions about the care of individual patients.” The library can help both in providing resources that contain the current best evidence and in teaching graduate health sciences students how to find the …
04-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
04-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for April 2018.
Perceived Influence Of Library Services On Students’ Academic Achievement In Secondary Schools In Kwara State, Nigeria, Yusuf Suleiman, Zahyah Hanafi, Muhajir Tanslikhan
Perceived Influence Of Library Services On Students’ Academic Achievement In Secondary Schools In Kwara State, Nigeria, Yusuf Suleiman, Zahyah Hanafi, Muhajir Tanslikhan
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
Library is considered as an important input needed to implement school programs. In the light of the foregoing, this study examined the perceived influence of library services on students’ academic achievement in secondary schools. Non-probability techniques (stratified, purposive and convenience sampling techniques) were used to select 20 schools and its principals from three senatorial districts in Kwara State. The research design used combined both interview and observational checklist to collect relevant data for the study. Nvivo software (version 10) was used to analyse the data collected. Findings of the study revealed that library services positively influenced students’ academic achievement. Findings …
01-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
01-2018 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for January 2018.
Assessment Of Library Service Quality And User Satisfaction Among Undergraduate Students Of Yusuf Maitama Sule University (Ymsu) Library, Rilwan Adam
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The purpose of this study is to examine the undergraduate students’ perception on library service quality from three dimensions which are library information resources, services and facilities that are available for use in YMSU Library whether the users are satisfy with the quality of library service delivery or not. The study adopted survey research methodology with cross-sectional design. It was appropriate for this study as a useful method for assessing attitudes or opinions towards programmes, individuals, organizations and events. Three research objectives were formulated to guide this study. A simple random sampling technique was used and a sample size of …
09-2017 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
09-2017 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for September 2017.
03-2017 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
03-2017 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for March 2017.
01-2017 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
01-2017 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for January 2017.
09-2016 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
09-2016 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for September 2016.
05-2016 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
05-2016 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for May 2016.
02-2016 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
02-2016 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for February 2016.
12-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
12-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for December 2015.
10-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
10-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for October 2015.
04-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
04-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for April 2015.
02-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
02-2015 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services
Library Services Newsletters
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for February 2015.