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Information Needs And Use Of Non-Academic Staff In University Of Africa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria, Kolawole Ogunbodede, Smart E. Ambrose Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper examined the information needs and use of non-academic staff in University of Africa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The researchers adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study comprised of 100 non-academic staff out of which 57 were randomly selected. Four (4) research questions guided this study. Data was collected using the questionnaire. Data was analyzed with descriptive statistics such as frequency count and simple percentage. The findings revealed that non-academic staff had diverse information needs based on their work roles and they consult multiple information sources to meet their information needs. Regarding the purpose for using information, it …

The User-Education Programs In The University Libraries Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: A Quantitative Study, Muhammad Shahab, Kamran Ali, Mohammad Hussain

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study evaluated the User Education Programs (UEPs) in the Public Sector Universities’ libraries of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This study aimed to explore the overall scenario of the user’s education, to probe how much time is allotted for UEPs, what methods and approaches of UEPs are in practice and to suggest the measures for improving user education programs in the libraries. The data from the target sample was collected through questionnaire which was then analyzed as per the objectives of the study. The study identified 34 central and departmental libraries in the six universities of the Southern Part of the province …

Influence Of Promotion And Prompt Salary Payment On Job Performance Of Library Personnel In University Libraries In Nasarawa State, Nigeria., Agada Eric Ojobo, Ogbole Ibrahim, Tofi Simon Ternenge

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The study investigated the influence promotion and prompt salary payment on job performance of library personnel in university libraries in Nasarawa State. Two (2) specific objectives with corresponding research questions guided the study and two hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted a survey research design and was carried out in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. The population of the study was 150 library personnel in the University libraries in Nasarawa State which were made up 44 library personnel in federal university Lafia, 66 library personnel in Nasarawa State University Keffi and 40 library personnel …

Effective Resource Sharing Services In University Libraries In North Central Nigeria, Tomi Babatunde, Jibril A. Alhassan Prof, G A. Babalola Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Albeit university libraries in Nigeria have a long history of resource sharing services, but its yield in the past have not been impactful. The passiveness of university libraries generates of syndrome of insufficiency and will linger for a long time in as much university libraries in North Central Nigeria continues to shy away from resource sharing services. This paper addresses the constraints and benefits of embracing resource sharing services. The study adopted survey research design and the population comprised a total of sixty (60) librarians’ twenty (20) universities libraries in North Central Nigeria. Findings revealed that e-books, e-journals, e-magazines, e-newspapers, …

Availability And Utilization Of E-Resources In University Libraries For Effective Research Output By Undergraduates Of Social Studies In South East Nigeria, Joseph C. Onuoha Ph.D, , Lilian Ujunwa Ifeanyi, Abdulrahman Yakubu Yunisa

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study sought to investigate the availability and utilization of e-resources in university libraries for effective research output by undergraduates of Social Studies in south-east, Nigeria. It is a descriptive survey research design. two research questions guided the study. A sample of 191 students from four stratified randomly selected universities in south east, Nigeria, were used for the study. The instrument for data collection is the researcher’s designed and validated questionnaire, tagged: ‘The Use of E-Resources in University Libraries Questionnaire’ (UERULQ). The instrument was trial tested using Cronbach Alpha, while reliability coefficient of 0.98 was obtained, which was considered high …

University Libraries In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, Ghalib Khan Dr., Saeed Ullah Jan Dr., Izhar Muhammad Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study was designed to investigate the history and administrative structure, financial management, collection, users and library staff of university libraries in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The study covered all those well-established public and private sector universities of the province which were chartered by the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and recognized by HEC (Public= 18 and Private = 9, Total 27 universities). The newly established universities which were housed in rented buildings and had no proper library facilities were excluded from the study. Data was collected from the library professionals of universities through structured questionnaire. Results of the study show that …

Librarians Use Of Social Media In Promoting Effective Library Service Delivery In University Libraries In Edo And Delta States, Kolawole F. Ogunbodede, Oghenetega A. Ivwighreghweta Mr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper examined librarian’s use of social media platforms in promoting effective library service delivery in Edo and Delta States. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study comprised of 71librarians from twelve university libraries. Three (3) research questions guided this study. Data was collected using online questionnaire. The total enumerative sampling technique was used for this study. The validity of the instrument was determined by checking the face and content validity and the instrument proved valid because the items in the instrument are appropriate in terms of subject contents. Cronbach Alpha technique was used to determine …

Information Dissemination During Covid-19 And Lockdown: The Role Of University Libraries Of Sindh, Pakistan, Sadia Ishtiaq Ms, Naveed Sehar, Attya Shahid

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Universities librarians play vital and varied roles in the life of the university, guiding students and faculty at the reference desk, instructing library research sessions, and developing library collections. It is a truism to say that librarians in all sectors of an academic library wear many different hats and provide numerous services to patrons. This research paper seeks to investigate the role of university libraries in this outbreak situation. The novel virus COVID-19 discovered as a global pandemic. This contagious virus changed the working Style tradition to online because of the shutdown of all activities of life. The main objective …

Availability And Accessibility Of Information Resources In University Libraries For Students' Academic Use: A Case Study Of Pharmaceutical Science Students Of The University Of Jos, Daniel Abubakar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose for the establishment of every university library is to provide information resources, make them available and accessible while ensuring the information resources meet the information needs of the users. This study became necessary considering the poor performance of university students and low reading habit nowadays. This study aimed at finding out the availability and accessibility of information resources for Pharmaceutical science students of the University of Jos. The study adopted survey as the research design, 549 undergraduate students of Pharmaceutical science constituted the population and from which 55 samples were drawn to represent the population. Questionnaire (closed ended) …

Internal Control And Risk Management System In University Libraries: Applications, Techniques And Limitations., Wisdom Okereke Anyim

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Internal control and risk management system play an essential role in ensuring objective achievement of organizations and mitigating possible risks that hinder an organization from achieving its objective. Therefore, the aim of this paper centered on internal control system and risks management in university libraries with respect to application, techniques and limitations to effective internal control and risk management. The paper discovered and analyzed applicable risks to university libraries including: financial risks, research risks, academic affairs risks, information technologies risk, human resources risks and risks and safety matters. The paper concluded that effective internal control and risk management system can …

Application Of Library Service Charter In Quality Service Delivery In University Libraries, John Waweru Ng’Ang’A, Damaris Odero, K. S. A. Buigutt

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose was to assess the application of library service charter in quality service delivery in university libraries with reference to the University of Nairobi Library in Kenya, and propose measures to ensure successful implementation and management of the practice. Objectives of the study were to: examine the extent of the library service charter in quality service delivery in the library, establish levels of library staff awareness, perception and responsiveness to information service delivery, assess the actualization of the matrices of the library service charter for quality improvements, establish the challenges experienced by the library in realising the commitments of the …

Assessment Of The Ways Stress Affects The Occupational Performance Of Librarians In Federal University Libraries In South East, Nigeria, Enweremadu Isaac Usuka Cln, Ebubechukwu Okonkwo Cln, Abu Umaru Isaac Cln, Collins Odili Cln

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Stress has been identified as one of the factors that affect the job performance level of employees. The paper investigated the effect of stress on the occupational performance of librarians in federal university libraries in South East, Nigeria. Three specific objectives and research questions that focused on causes of stress, effect of stress on the occupational performance of librarians and the strategies for encouraging stress management practices guided the study. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The entire population of 191 librarians were studied; therefore, no sampling was made. A 43 items questionnaire was used for data collection. Cronbach …

Librarians’ Perceptions And Knowledge Of The Use Of Whatsapp For The Enhancement Of Library Services In University Libraries In South- South, Nigeria, Gloria Ogheneghatowho Oyovwe-Tinuoye, Lucky Oji Akpojotor, Patrick Osaze Ijiekhuamhen

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study examined the librarians’ perceptions and knowledge of the use of WhatsApp for the enhancement of service in university libraries in South-South, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive survey design and a questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. Total enumeration (purposive sampling) technique was used to gather data from 169 librarians in 6 federal, 4 state and 3 private university libraries in South-South, Nigeria. This sample population size was considered appropriate because from the study the above mentioned institution uses WhatsApp in service delivery. However, only 141 librarians answered and returned the questionnaire at the specified time. …

Management And Organization Of Theses Held In University Libraries: An Investigation From Information Professionals In Pakistan, Riffat Mumtaz, Dr. Shakeel Ahmad Khan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research aims to investigate the management and organization of theses collection held in university libraries of Punjab Province. It also examines the availability of theses in university libraries, procedures, and techniques applied to organize theses collection and provide access. The quantitative research method by using a questionnaire as a research tool has been applied to collect data from libraries. Results revealed that university libraries possess an adequate number of theses collection in hard and soft form. They are organizing a print collection of theses by using traditional methods. Users can use theses collection under the supervision of library staff …

Influence Of Preservation Techniques And Access To Digital Resources On Research Outputs Of Academic Staff In Federal University Libraries In Northern Nigeria, Katamba Abubakar Saka, Gideon Adesina Babalola, Abdulganiy Okanla Ahmed, Abubakar Abdullahi Mohammed

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated influence of preservation techniques and access to digital resources on the research output of Liberians and lecturers in Federal university libraries in Northern Nigeria. Three research questions and research objectives respectively guide the study to capture types of digital resources and preservation techniques utilized as well as access tools that facilitated the use of digital resources to enhance research output of librarians and lecturers. Descriptive survey research design was used and the target population consisted of 12,691 academic staff with breakdown of 161 librarians working in ICT unit of university libraries as well as 12,539 lecturers in …

Utilization Of E-Reference Services By Students With Disabilities In The Federal University Libraries In The South East, Nigeria., Igbokwe Patrick Chijioke, Nwafor Michael Chigozie, Igbokwe Josephine C

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The purpose of this study was to explore the utilization of e-reference services by the students with disabilities in federal universities in the South East, Nigeria. A survey method using interview style data collection method was deemed appropriate than administering a questionnaire. The interview was done with the help of our colleagues in the studied universities. All of the disabled student users were requested to participate in the study. Using interview style method, 207 disabled library users were used. Findings showed that the only e-reference service available to students with disabilities is e-mail e-reference service. It was also found …

Electronic Resources Collection Development In University Libraries: An Empirical Review Of Selected Literature., Flora Ifeoma Okogwu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Collection development of electronic resources has come to stay in library development to complement the development of prints. But it has its challenges especially in developing countries. In developing libraries with electronic resources, it involves a lot of practices which are slightly different from the collection development of prints. More research has been carried out in the development of prints rather than electronic resources. This study reviewed published articles on electronic resources collection development practices of university libraries and other practices of building electronic resources in libraries. This study was restricted to empirical works on the collection development practices of …

A Study Of Ict Competencies Among University Library Professionals Of Punjab, Pakistan, Muhammad Arshad Abbas, Nadeem Siddique

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main objective of this study was to assess the status of ICT competencies of LIS professionals, methods of acquiring ICT skills and suggestions to survive in this digital era. A quantitative method was used and a self-administrated questionnaire distributed among 206 university library professionals working in Punjab through google form, and email. Collected data was analyzed through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS).

The findings reveal that most of the LIS Professionals had advance level competencies in library management systems, simple searching techniques, proficiency in social media and search engine usage. They also possessed moderate skills in basic …

Perceived Influence Of Library Professionalism As A Change Agent On The Management Of University Libraries In Nasarawa State, Nigereia, Kingsley E. Enyi, Henry Enenche Okoh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the perceived influence of library professionalism on the management of university libraries in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. The study looked at the influence of work experience of library staff, educational qualification of library staff and ICT skills of library staff as a change agent on the management of university libraries. Three (3) objectives with corresponding research questions guided the study while three hypotheses were formulated. The study adopted a survey research design. The population for the study comprises 98 library staff in the two universities in Nasarawa State. The entire population of the library staff was used for …

Effect Of Organizational Characters On Ict Adoption In University Libraries In West Bengal, India, Dr Sambit Kumar Hazra

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study tries to investigate the effect of organizational characteristics on ICT adoption in the University libraries in west Bengal. Organizational character based on resource based theory. A survey method is applied to gather data and came to the conclusion that organizational location has no effect on ICT adoption in the university libraries in west Bengal. Study also support the fact that large organization in terms of their access to different resources stand in a better chance to adopt and use ICT successfully and top management support, head of the organizations or the higher authority support can encourage or discourage …

Information And Communication Technology Infrastructures And Staff Competence As Correlates Of Effective Resource Sharing In University Libraries In North Central, Nigeria, Tomi Babatunde, Jibril A. Alhassan Prof, Gideon A. Babalola Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper examined Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Infrastructures and Staff Competence as Correlates of Effective Resource Sharing in University Libraries in North Central, Nigeria. Objectives of the study was to find out the Information and Communication Technology infrastructures available for effective resource sharing and to ascertain the competencies of staff in the use of ICT for effective resource sharing in university libraries in North Central, Nigeria. Two research questions and one null hypothesis guided the study. The study adopted survey research design and the population comprised sixty (60) librarians. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the data …

Practice Of Library And Information Services For Differently Able Community In The University Libraries Of Assam, Rima Nath Assistant Professor, Debajit Borgohain Assistant Librarian

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study aims to examine various Library and Information Services that are being delivered for the Differently Able Community in the selected University libraries of Assam. The study highlights the special services, different types of equipment and infrastructural facilities that the libraries have provided for the Differently Able Users. The study also focuses on the physical barriers which are faced by the Differently Able users and the purpose of Information seeking in the libraries. The finding shows that there is an urgent need and improvement of the services delivered for the Differently Able users by the surveyed libraries. The University …