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Knowledge Management Model For Library In Indonesia (Study Case : Sunan Ampel State Islamic University Of Surabaya), Ilham M.Said, Merlin Apriliyanti

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The knowledge management is playing an increasingly important role in organizations across various industries. Through knowledge management, an organization seeks to acquire or create potentially useful knowledge and make it available to its members so that it can be used at the right time and in the right place to have a positive impact on the organization's activities. The library of the State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya has not optimally managed the existing knowledge. Knowledge management at the library of the State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya is still limited to explicit knowledge such as textbooks, journals, …

Attitude As Predictor Of Academic Achievement Of Students In Introduction To Library Studies In Federal Colleges Of Education In Southern Nigeria, Johnson Ayodeji Akerele, Akin Awoyemi, Samuel Oke Ogunniyi Phd

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Poor academic achievement in Introduction to Library Studies, GSE 112, due to attitude has been a challenge in Nigeria. Therefore, this study investigated attitude as predictor of academic achievement in GSE 112 among students in federal colleges of education in Southern Nigeria. The study adopted purposive sampling technique to select five conventional colleges of education in Southern Nigeria. Simple random sampling technique was used to administer questionnaire to 20% of student population (1340) in each of the five colleges while total enumeration technique was used to distribute questionnaire to all forty-two (42) librarians teaching GSE 112. The sample size was …

Assessment Of Information Literacy Skills Of Postgraduate Education Students In Nigeria, Vera Victor-Aigbodion

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Information literacy (IL) skills play a significant role in postgraduate students' academic development and research ability. Literature about postgraduate education students' information literacy is scarce, resulting in little knowledge about their level of information literacy skills. This study aimed to assess the information literacy skills of postgraduate education students at selected Nigerian public universities. A descriptive survey design was used for this study, which included 412 postgraduate education students from 3 Nigerian public universities. In the process of analyzing the data collected from the questionnaire, mean, standard deviation, and analysis of variance statistics were used. Students in postgraduate education demonstrated …

Usability Of E-Resources Among Library & Information Science Students In Patna, Bihar: A Study, Deepika Kumari, Satakshi Pandey, Ranjeet Kumar Choudhary Prof.

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The research aims into library science students at Patna University in Bihar's understanding and use of electronic resources and many other relevant topics. In this investigation, the researcher adopted a descriptive strategy. The main objective of the paper is to get an understanding of the use of electronic resources by the library user. Overall, 90 questionnaires were distributed, whereas only 72 were filled and returned as a sample. To collect data from the users, a systematic questionnaire was constructed. The study aimed to determine the users' requirements and level of consciousness and use of electronic resources. According to data, many …

The National Library Of Pakistan: A Survey Of Users’ Satisfaction, Muhammad Afzal, Pervaiz Ahmad Prof. Dr.

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This study aims to assess users’ satisfaction with the National Library of Pakistan (NLP). The study variables include facilities, collection, services, and attitude/behavior of staff along with demographics and open-ended comments. To carry out the objectives of the study, a semi-structured paper questionnaire using a modified Likert-type scale is administered personally by the principal researcher. Responses from one hundred (100) users are obtained employing a non-probability (accidental, voluntary) sampling technique. The majority of users show their satisfaction against all the variables. The users in open-ended comments suggest further improvement in facilities and services. This study may be helpful for the …

User Awareness And Usability Of Research Support Platforms Amongst Undergraduates At Kumasi Technical University (Kstu) In Ghana, Michael Oppong Mr., Stephanie Owusu Ansah Ms., Akwasi Duffour Frimpong Mr.

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Abstract

The study examined the awareness and usability of online library research support platforms among undergraduate students at Kumasi Technical University in Ghana. 126 respondents were sampled and respectively drawn from all the seven faculties that consist of the student population. A descriptive survey method was employed to obtain data from the various faculties using a questionnaire. Analysis of data gathered was carried out using Statistical Product and Service Solution (SPSS), version 20 and excel 2016 for descriptive statistics using percentages. The results revealed that the majority of the students were not aware of the online library research support platforms …

Ict Competence And Attitude Among Faculty Members Related Review Of Literature From The Period 2012-2021, M M. Bachalapur Dr., Manjunatha S

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The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become a common place in all areas of life. It is a necessary part of today's world. It provides the opportunity to accelerate, enrich and expand your skills; motivates and engages learners in learning. In fact, culture and society must be adapted to the challenges of the age of knowledge. The spread of ICT has resulted in rapid technological, social, political and economic transformation, which has emerged in a network society organized around ICTs.

The 21st Century is the age of ICT. Throughout the world, there is a tendency to use ICT in …

The Access And Use Of Library And Internet As Information Source By Agricultural Academics And Extension Workers Within King Cetshwayo District Municipality Of Kwazulu-Natal Province, South Africa, Kayode Fatokun, Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman, Eyitayo Francis Adanlawo

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Information plays a vital role in agricultural production, it is believed to be the foundation for improved agriculture. To improve agriculture, access and use of information is required. This study investigated the access to and use of library and internet by agricultural extension workers and academics as information source. Shannon and Weaver model theory was used to underpin the study. Purposive sampling was used to select three local municipalities within King Cetshwayo District of KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa. Quantitative technique was adopted with self-administered structured questionnaire. Convenience sampling technique was adopted to select 60 extension workers in three offices …

High Performance Work Systems And Job Performance: The Influence Of Professional Mentoring A Case Of University Libraries In Nigeria, Ifeoma Stella Njoku Phd, Ifeoma Stella Njoku

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ABSTRACT

This study investigates the functioning approach of high performance work system (HPWS) through professional mentoring on librarians’ job performance. The paper explores Spangenberg’s integrated model of performance. The AMO theory formula P=f (A, M, O) was used to explain the commonality on the influence of professional development on job performance.

The study adopted survey research method using Z-test and regression analysis to estimate relationship in the variables. The population of the study consists of 174 librarians from 10 university libraries of federal and state owned universities in South-East zones of Nigeria. The questionnaire was used as instrument for data …

Ict Literacy Of Vocational High School Teachers Of Construction And Property Engineering Expertise Program, Anas Arfandi, Panennungi T., Onesimus Sampebua’, Hamidah Suryani, Nahriana -

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The purpose of the research is 1) to elaborate the understanding of ICT for vocational school teachers in the Construction and Property Engineering expertise program. 2) to describe the ICT literacy of teacher's to use technology. 3) to explain the difference the teachers' ICT literacy based on their years of service. This research was conducted at the province of South Sulawesi. Data collected and anlyzed between March – June 2021. The sample used was 75 respondents. The result of the study explain the understanding of SMK teachers about ICT is quite good, most of them needs to be improved. The …

Strategies For Overcoming Challenges In Digital Preservation Of Electronic Theses And Dissertations In Public University Libraries In South-East Nigeria, Jerry E. Friday, Monica Eberechukwu Eze Mrs

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The study examined the strategies for overcoming challenges in digital preservation of electronic theses and dissertations in public university libraries in South-East Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The study population comprised 256 librarians, out of which only sixty-eight (68) digital or institutional repositories librarians were covered. A self-constructed questionnaire was used for data collection. The data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviation. It was discovered that the major challenges encountered in preserving e-theses and dissertations in those libraries were lack of adequate funding, adequate ICT facilities, skilled staff, poor power supply, absence of staff development …

Availability Of Information Resources And Students Satisfaction With The Use Of School Library In Ahoada East Local Government Area Of Rivers State., Chibueze Norbert Onwuekwe

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ABSTRACT

This work studies the influence of availability of information resources on Students Satisfaction with the Use of School Library in Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State. The population of the study comprises 3,760 senior secondary school students and sample of the study was 376 students which was selected randomly using stratified random sample techniques. Two research questions and two null hypotheses were formulated to guide this study, hypotheses was tested at 0.05 level of significance. Data was collected using the questionnaire. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. Data collected was analyzed using the mean, standard deviation, …

Utilization Of Instagram Social Media By National Libraries In Southeast Asia During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Yaya Ofia Mabruri, Sofia Nur Aisyah

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The Covid-19 pandemic has forced various life orders to change, activities that are usually done manually have turned into digital-based ones. National Libraries in Southeast Asia have an important role in providing relevant and factual information to avoid inappropriate information. The existence of the pandemic has hampered access to libraries. This has encouraged the national library to maximize the use of social media, especially Instagram as a forum for promotion and service extensions so that the public still gets the information and knowledge they need. This study discusses the use of Instagram by the three National Libraries namely Indonesia, Malaysia, …

Preferred Strategies And Use Of Electronic Information Resources Among The Academic Community: A Case Study, Dr.P.Balasubramanian Subramanian Bala Subramanian, Jegan M. S Jegan

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This paper studied about the Preferred Strategies and Use of Electronic Information Resources among the Academic Community in Manonmaniam Sundaranar University Tirunelveli, which includes the Faculty Members, Research scholars and P G Students. Now days the academic libraries are having more varieties in the form electronics resources. The collection consists of open–access journals, electronic theses and dissertations, audio files and transcripts, maps, newspapers, photographs, manuscripts and rare books, and historical materials. These objects are the vital resource for members of the academic community.. In this study, totally 600 questionnaires were distributed to the respondents among the respondents in Manonmaniam Sundaranar …

Occupational Variables As Correlates Of The Turnover Intentions Among Library Personnel In Private University Libraries In South-South, Nigeria., Rosemary Anwuli Odiachi Dr.

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The study investigated occupational variables as correlates of the turnover intentions among library personnel in private university libraries in South-South, Nigeria. The study was guided by 2 specific objectives and 2 research questions that determined the relationship between motivation and turnover intention, job performance and turnover intentions of the library personnel. The study tested 2 null hypotheses on a 0.05 level of significance. The instrument used for data collection was researcher developed questionnaire. To ensure the reliability of the questionnaires, the instruments were trial tested using Cronbach alpha to establish the internal consistency of the items and yielded an overall …

Marketing Of Library And Information Services In Two Medical Institutions In Lagos State, Nigeria, Helen Olubunmi Akinade, Adeyemi Adewale Akinola

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The study assess the impact of marketing strategies in two medical institutions in Lagos State. It provides a direct test of applicability of marketing strategies that would enhance better services for the benefit of library patrons in a competitive and technologically driven environment. Data was collected from two libraries selected for this study. A total of 25 questionnaires were distributed to professionals in the two libraries. Returned questionnaires were analyzed with the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The result shows that majority of the respondents strongly agreed with the statement indicating positive attitude towards marketing, while very few respondents …

A Study On The Use Of Academic Social Networking Sites (Asnss) By Professional Librarians In Public Universities In Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, Nse E. Akwang Phd, Cln

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This study takes a holistic look at the usefulness of academic social networking sites as the basis of which significant links could be established globally. The use of social media and networking sites is increasingly facilitating communication among people in all walks of life. Professional librarians normally use the sites to connect with each other faster and easier for research purposes, professional development, personal development, as well as entertainment or any other purpose. The popular academic networking sites include LinkedIn, ResearchGate, Quora, Google Scholar, ResearchID, Mendeley, and so on. This study examines the use of academic social networking sites by …

The Impact Of Public Library Services On The People Of Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India, Dr P.Bala Subra Manian P, Pool Pandian Pool K

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The study was initiated to understand the impact of public library services on the people of the Tirunelveli district. The public library is a system that provides access to knowledge, information, and works of imagination through a range of resources and services and is equally available to all members of the community regardless of race, nationality, age, gender, religion, language, disability, economic and employment status, and educational attainment. The researcher selected 200 persons randomly from Palayamkottai and Melapalayam, distributed the questionnaires personally, and received 182 fully completed questionnaires from the respondents. Moreover, the researcher found that the Tirunelveli district central …

Mosque Library: History, Function And Research Map, Sudana Sudana, Aam Slamet Rusydiana, Nur Fahmiyati

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The existence of the mosque is a holy place for Muslims. Apart from being a place of worship, it also functions as a center for Muslim activities in regulating the life of Muslims. Mosques have many functions, one of which is as an educational institution. So that this function can support activities related to the life of the people and run well and optimally, it is necessary to have supporting facilities and infrastructure. One of the supporting facilities and infrastructure for mosques as educational institutions is a library, which will provide reading facilities that can increase knowledge and religious insight …

Utilization Of Library And Information Resources For Research Productivity In Nigerian Universities., Idakwo S. Innocent

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This paper discusses utilization of library and information resources and its importance in research process. It views research as a systematic painstaking investigation of a topic or in a field of study often employing technique of hypotheses and experimentation, undertaken by a person intent on revealing new facts, theories or principles or determining skill and identification of research problems which is connected to the level of library and information resources usage and hence determines the productivity or output of researchers. It discusses library and information resources as resources that include all forms of information carriers that can be used to …

Information Needs And Seeking Behavior Of Distance And Regular Undergraduate University Students Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa-Pakistan, Saeed Ullah Jan, Ihsan Ullah Khan

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The main theme of this study is to investigate the information needs and seeking behavior of distance and regular Library and Information undergraduate students studying at different public sector universities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa-Pakistan. Quantitative research method was used to carry out this research study. Adopted questionnaire was used as data collection tool. A total of 299 questionnaires were distributed among the respondents and 213 questionnaires were received. It was depicted that lectures and course books were the prime needed information of both groups for their academic qualifications. The prime needed information of both groups was found as “Information on course …

Research Approaches To Coronavirus-Related Health Literacy: A Narrative Review, Sana Zandkarimi, Maryam Kazerani (Corresponding Author), Mahdieh Mottaghi, Marzieh Kazerani, Sara Jambarsang

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Introduction: One of the proposed indicators for the prevention and control of COVID-19pandemic disease; is having health literacy components in both dimension Coronavirus-Related Health Literacy and e-health literacy. This study aimed to review the scientific literature related to dimensions studied in Coronavirus-Related Health Literacy.

Methods: This study is a narrative review. The articles addressed Coronavirus-Related Health Literacy searched in Scopus and Web of Science (WoS), and then reviewed.

Results: Studies in the field of Coronavirus-Related Health Literacy are considered in 4 dimensions: covid-19 vaccine hesitancy and Impacts of coronavirus-related health literacy; Special person in societies and Observance of the items …

Students Access To E-Resources In Terms Of Space And Time: A Ghanaian Tertiary Institution Perspective, Franklina Adjoa Yebowaah Ms., Christiana Oduraa Kwaah Ms, Deborah Kore Appiah Ms

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Introduction: Though e-resources come with a plethora of advantages, there are some hindrances regarding their management, usage, maintenance, and access in terms of space and time. Upon the lockdown of all institutions per restrictions and response to the COVID-19 pandemic, students were all ordered to move to their various homes. Some students are located in remote areas where there is lack of internet connectivity, others from poor financial backgrounds are not using android phones, others never offered or know much about information literacy. However, all these students are expected to participate in online learning using virtual platforms, online library …

The Conceptualisation Of The Provisioning Of Assistive Resources For Patrons With Visual Impairment Within Academic Libraries In Zimbabwe, Mthokozisi Masumbika Ncube, Chipo Mutongi, Mercy Kurebwa

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The introduction of assistive resources within academic libraries in the 20^th century positively affected library users (patrons) since they eased information access challenges for patrons living with impairments. However, most academic libraries in developing countries are still grappling with challenges relating to ensuring adequate services to patrons with visual impairment. Given this problem, this paper seeks to provide a better overview and understanding of what provisioning of assistive resources entails. Such an understanding would aid decision-making in academic libraries on the specific resources that should be acquired for patrons with visual impairment. In addition, this paper also went on …

Role Of Academic Libraries In The Age Of Moocs In India, Dr.P.Balasubramanian Subramanian Bala Subramanian, Divina Rosiline D’Silva Divina

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The study aims to report the current growth of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and its evolution, features, benefits, various types, International and Indian scenarios, and challenges. The study also examines the role of academic libraries in the expansion of MOOCs in the present era. The study employed web content analysis and questionnaire methods to collect data related to the current growth of MOOCs in India. The study interviewed 75 students and 45 faculties of St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam, to explore their perceptions of MOOCs as a higher education system and how Academic Libraries become their centre for MOOC courses. …

Fifty Years (1970-2019) Journey Of 'Journal Of Documentation': A Scientometric Analysis Of Research Productivity And Publication Trends, Gururaj F. Durgannavar Mr., Manoj Kumar Verma Dr., Sidhartha Sahoo Dr., Ghouse Modin Nabeesab Mamdapur Mr.

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Purpose

In this study, we conducted quantitative analysis of 1706 scholarly literature published in Journal of Documentation during the period of 1970 to 2019 (fifty years) using a series of scientometric indicators. Annual scientific production, most local cited sources, the ranking of authors; profiles, contributions, correlation, collaboration and authorship pattern, most contributed countries, most cited articles, frequently used search terms/keywords, and the legend of historiographic mapping were analysed in detail to measure the impact of the source.

Design/methodology/approach

We used the Scopus database for retrieving the desired sample data. In total, 1,706 numbers of publications records were considered for the …

Utilization Of Library Resources For Academic Activeness Among Undergraduate Students In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions, Mercy Ifunanya Ani Phd, David Onyeamaechi Ekeh Phd, Chuks Marcel Ezemoyih Phd, Catherine Mbana Okpara, Ogochukwu Faith Igu, Chidiebere Cordelia Ojemuyide, Ifeoma Roseline Iketaku Phd, Pauline O. Nebo Phd

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The library is an important aspect of the education system which support education in general. It plays an important role in the teaching and learning process.This study examined the utilization of library resources among for academic actiiveness among undergraduate students in Nigerian tertiary institutions. The population of the study comprises all the undergraduate students in the four departments in the Faculty of Education, Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo, Ebonyi State. Purposive sampling technique was employed to select 30 undergraduate students each from the four departments, making a total of one hundred and twenty (120) undergraduates in all. Four …

Role Of Academic Libraries In Online Academic Activities During Covid-19 Outbreak At Tertiary Level: A Library Is A Thought In Cold Storage, Muhammad Shoaib, Muntaha Tariq, Saman Shahzadi, Mamoon Ali

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The main purpose of the research paper is to examine the role of academic library facilities and online academic activities to online academic modes to students at university. A quantities study design has been optic to conduct are a cross-sectional survey from the university student. A sample of 131 students from the University of Gujrat has been sampled through a proportionate random sampling technique. A well-structured questionnaire has been constructed including different sections including socio-demographic, academic library facilities, and online academic activities. A pre-testing has been done from 25 randomly selected the university to measure the reliability of the …

Library Leaders’ Attitude Towards User Care In University Libraries Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa And Islamabad, Mir Bahader, Muhammad Asif Naveed, Rahim Jan, Tahir Jan, Muhammad Hussain

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The goal of this research was to look at the attitudes of library leaders’ towards user care in university libraries of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Islamabad. This study was conducted utilizing a quantitative research methodology that included a survey approach and a questionnaire. The data were collected from all library leaders’ working in the universities/ degree awarding institutions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Islamabad recognized by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. Both descriptive as wells as inferential statistics were applied to analyze data using SPSS. The results revealed that the library leaders had an overall positive attitude towards user care. There were …

Metacognitive Self-Consciousness About Using Digital Libraries For Academic Writings During Covid-19 Pandemics, Dr. Azmat Farooq Ahmad Khurram, Dr. Ghulam Shabbir

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COVID-19 is a highly contagious pandemic that restricted scholars to their homes and reduced academic writings since they could not reach libraries. Metacognitive Self-Consciousness is a metacognitive ability. It pertains to awareness and monitoring of thoughts. The purpose of this study was to explore Metacognitive Self-Consciousness about using digital libraries for academic writings during Covid-19 pandemics. The sampling frame consisted of two types of Ph.D. research scholars of the social sciences enrolled at public sector universities. One of them was already using digital library resources, whereas the others were not using digital library resources. The study sample consisted of forty-eight …