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The Effects Of Budgetary Constraints On The Operation Of Academic Libraries In Ghana, Edward Asante
The Effects Of Budgetary Constraints On The Operation Of Academic Libraries In Ghana, Edward Asante
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study investigated the relationship between budgetary constraints on the operation of academic libraries in Ghana. The study was a descriptive survey with the use of questionnaire as the main instrument to gather data. Out of two hundred and twenty copies of questionnaires distributed, two hundred copies were retrieved with a non response of twenty copies. With the use of Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) Descriptive Statistics and Correlations Analysis were done based on the main variables in the study. The result show that all the four (4) constructs; Collection Development (CD), Acquisition & Selection (AS), Service Provision …
A Statewide Survey Of Censorship And Intellectual Freedom, Kathleen M. Monks, Anne M. Gaines, Caitlin A. Marineau
A Statewide Survey Of Censorship And Intellectual Freedom, Kathleen M. Monks, Anne M. Gaines, Caitlin A. Marineau
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
This article presents the results of a survey given to public and school library workers to gain a foundational understanding of censorship within the state of Idaho. Our population was asked questions regarding position demographics; experience with challenges; the tracking, reporting and assistance sought; and the contents of said challenge policies. Special attention was also given to the history of censorship, both nationally and statewide, and the demographic, political, and legislative characteristics of Idaho, to provide a conceptual framework for the findings. The results of this statewide survey address an important and uninvestigated segment of national challenges and Idaho librarianship.
The Pros And Cons Of Library Automation In A Resource Challenged Environment: A Case Study Of Knust Library, Henry Boateng, Franklin Gyamfi Agyemang, Michael Dzigbordi Dzandu
The Pros And Cons Of Library Automation In A Resource Challenged Environment: A Case Study Of Knust Library, Henry Boateng, Franklin Gyamfi Agyemang, Michael Dzigbordi Dzandu
Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)
The study sought to ascertain the challenges and benefits of library automation and to recommend how the challenges could be addressed. The study employed single case study techniques as the research design. Semi-structured interview was used for the data gathering. Data was qualitatively analysed using a thematic approach.It highlights retrospective conversion, lack of local experts, lack of trained staffs, unstable power supply, desert of job, attitudinal problems as the challenges confronting the library. The study also shows that as a result of automation, the library is faster and efficient than before in its operations.