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Information Retrieval Skills As It Correlates To Undergraduate Use Of Library Information Resources At A Nigerian University, Jude Chidike Onah, Innocent O. Adayi Mr, Ebubechukwu Arinze Okonkwo, Grace U. Onyebuchi

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The study examined the correlation between information retrieval skills possessed by undergraduates and the use of library information resources in a Nigerian University of Education. A Correlational survey research design was adopted. The population of the study consists of the entire cohort of undergraduate students in Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ogun State. The first University of Education in Nigeria was used for the study. A sample size of 800 undergraduates was drawn using a stratified sampling technique across the five colleges of the university. A total of 765 questionnaires were returned. A frequency distribution table, mean, standard deviation …

Factors Influencing Adoption And Use Of Web 2.0 Among Polytechnic Students In Nigeria., Stephen Oludayo Babalola Mr

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The study examines the factors that influence adoption and use of Web 2.0 among the polytechnic students in Nigeria. Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology was used to underpin the study. The study is a survey research and questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. Purposive sampling was used to select the polytechnic, while convenience sampling was used to select four hundred students of the polytechnic. The study assessed the influence of UTAUT constructs on the acceptance and use of Web 2.0. The research established that effort expectancy and performance expectancy were the UTAUT constructs that influenced the …

Knowledge Mapping Of Alzheimer’S Disease Research: A Scientometric Analysis, Mamatha V, Dr Keshava

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The paper explores the growth pattern of Alzheimer’s disease literature, published during 2014-2018. The data has been retrieved from the Web of Science database by using the keyword ‘Alzheimer’s Disease’. The downloaded articles were classified chronologically and transferred to a spreadsheet for the analysis as per the objectives of the study. The study results revealed that a total of 38936 publications were found out of which maximum publications (8355) were found in the year 2018 and the minimum 7192 publications were found in the year 2014. Mean relative growth rate of Alzheimer’s disease literature has shown exponential trend. Data set …

Research Contributions Of Saarc Countries In Social Science: A Bibliometric Study, Dr. Jayaprakash G. Hugar, B U. Kannappanavar Dr.

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SCI mago is the Journal and Country Ranking database available freely on the internet. We have accessed the required data from 2008 to 2017 from this database and evaluated the research productivity of SAARC countries and citations in the field of social science subject. This article studied SAARC countries publications, citations, citations per document, self-citations and degree of self – citations. The study revealed that on an average 6054 articles are published during the study period. India is the only country to publish more than the average citations publications during the ten years of study. India received 78% of citations …

User Satisfaction Of Library Resources And Services: A Survey Of Pre- University College Teachers In Karnataka, India, Narasappa K. C, Dr. Dharani Kumar P

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Present study examines the user satisfaction of library resources and services: A survey of pre-university college teachers in Karnataka, India. Well structured questionnaires were distributed among 125 teachers to collect their opinions regarding the frequency and purpose of visit to the library. Study also highlights the available information resources and services. From the study we found that the majority of the respondents 65 (63.73%) are male followed by female respondents 37 (36.27%). It is also observed that 86 (84.31%) respondents are from rural area. About 35.29% respondents are happy with availability of text books in library. It was found that …

Scientometric Analysis Of International Journal Of Information Dissemination And Technology, Shanmugam, A.P, Ulaganathan G G

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Indian Citation Index database is a influential tool to pursuit, track, measure and collaborate in the sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities. This research paper is discussed the published research articles, citations and self-citations in the International Journal of Information Dissemination and Technology which are available in the Indian Citation Index. During the period of study 2011 to 2019 435 articles were published. Among them maximum of 58(13.33%) articles published in 2014 and minimum of 20(4.60%) articles published in 2019 were identified.

Job Satisfaction Of Library And Information Science Professionals: An Over View, Anand Y. Kenchakkanavar Dr., Santosh M. Chavan Dr.

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The library is a growing organism it requires highly skilled and experienced library and information science (LIS) professionals to fulfill requires of the user and for information management. It is also very essential for the professionals to satisfy their own requirements because only satisfied professionals can give new services to the end user. In this research paper, we explore the different literature related to the job satisfaction of Library and Information Science professionals and highlighted essential information. This study examines that to the Library and Information Science professionals’ literature and practice in the following techniques, this study provides new awareness …

An Appraisal Of Availability And Utilization Of Information Resources And Library Services By Undergraduate Students In Three Agriculture University Libraries In Northern Nigeria (Abu, Fuam, Futm), Lawal Mohammed Tukur, S. Kannan

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The study appraisal of information resources and services in Agriculture University Libraries in Northern Nigeria; the respondents are undergraduate students in Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Federal University Agriculture Makurdi, and Federal University Technology Minna sampled by the researcher. The main objective of the study is to evaluate information resources, services in Agriculture University Libraries in Northern Nigeria with view to examine the types of information resources, and services available, extent of utilization of the information resources by undergraduate students in Agriculture University Libraries in Northern Nigeria under study, while questionnaires were administered to the undergraduate students. The researcher …

Citation Analysis Of Pearl: Journal Of Library & Information Science -A Study Based On Indian Citation Index, Shanmugam Ap Palanigounder, Ulaganathan G

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Indian Citation Index database is a authoritative tool to search, track, and measure and collaborate in the sciences, social sciences, arts, and humanities. This paper is discussed the published research articles, citations and self-citations in PEARL : Journal of Library & Information Science which are available in Indian Citation Index. During the period of study 2007 to 2019 totally 516 articles were published which are indexed in Indian Citation Index. Among the 516 articles, maximum of 55(10.66 %)articles published in 2017 and minimum of 19 (3.68%)articles published in 2007.

An Empirical Study On Public Libraries Of Kalimpong, Prabin Karkee Dr

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This paper is an attempt to examine the present status and position of Government and Government sponsored public libraries in the Kalimpong district of West Bengal in terms of their establishments, membership patterns, physical facilities, staff strength, their collections, organizations, services and computer facilities etc. A total of 30 structured questionnaires were distributed among the Public Libraries across this hilly area and all the questionnaires were duly obtained with a response rate of 100%. Based on the findings the study suggests some recommendations for building functional and sound public libraries for providing effective and efficient library services to the hill …

User’S Awareness Towards Adaptive Equipment Technologies In University Libraries Of Karnataka, Chandrakanth Hg, Dr K. Ramakrishna Reddy

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Purpose – The purpose of this study revealed that still most of the university libraries in Karnataka are struggling with have lack of AET facilities and failing the effective fulfil the different disability users informative needs and expectations. This study will prove useful for the LIS professionals and the research community to provide an insight into the current status of the AET available in university libraries in Karnataka.

Design/Methodology/Approach - A structured questionnaire was framed and relevant were collected through survey method used as the basic tool for data collection. total 29 disabilities users from 8 libraries were selected randomly …

A Comparative Study On User Satisfaction With The Information Resources And Library Facilities By Faculty Members In Three Agriculture Libraries, Abu, Futm, And Futo, In Nigeria, Lawal Mohammed Tukur, S. Kannan

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The comparative study on user satisfaction with information resources, and library facilities by faculty members in Three Agriculture university Libraries: ABU, FUTM, AND FUTO in Nigeria; the respondents are faculty members, in Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Federal University Technology Minna and Federal University Technology Owerri sampled by the researcher. The main objective of the study is to compare the information resources, and facilities of Agriculture University Libraries with view to examine the types of information resources, and facilities available and user’s satisfaction by the respondent’s Library. Simple random sampling was used in selecting the Agriculture University Libraries from …

Source Of Information: Between Domination And Threat To Impoverish Perspective Of Local Public, Efi Fadilah, Atwar Bajari, Asep Suryana, Nik Norma Nik Hasan

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The use of information sources in the information gathering process for news media content is very crucial in the context of its role and function as an instrument in building citizen literacy. However, in cases where the local news media is relatively highly dependent on local government, many critical issues arise. Essentially, the relationship is symbiotic, but in reality, local news media is more dependent on local government. The local government almost functions as the backbone of local news media through its multiple roles; as the source of information, the source of income, and the main market for local media. …

Contextualizing Wilson’S Information Behavior Model In Seeking Indigenous Information For Hiv Prevention Among Adolescents In Secondary Schools, Uganda, Nina Olivia Rugambwa, Martha Lyaka, Lois Nankya Mutibwa

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Effective communication of quality health information in emergency situations is critical in curbing the spread of diseases. Health programs promoting both biomedical and indigenous representations in HIV prevention have been found to be more effective than those that ignore lay representations. Nonetheless, there is still limited documentation on indigenous information supporting health choices among adolescents in secondary schools in Uganda. Besides, the information sources from where adolescents seek this information are not clear. This paper presents Wilson’s Information Behavior model as the theoretical anchor used to understand how utilization of Indigenous information can be enhanced among adolescents for improved health …

Bibliometrics Analysis Of Scientific Outputs Of Covid-19 Disease In Scopus Database, Ismael Mostafavi, Ismael Bigdeloo

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Aim: The aim of the present study was to analyze the descriptive and content structure of scientific documents produced by Covid-19 in the Scopus database using scientometrics method.

Materials and Methods: The present study was conducted using a scientometrics method. The population of this study consists of 1353 documents in the field of Covid-19 in Scopus Database. The collected data were analyzed using Excel software and the subject maps of this area were mapped using RavarPremap, UCINET, NetDraw and SPSS software.

Results: The findings of the study show that a total of 46901 documents are indexed by …

Bibliometric Analysis Of The Literature In The Field Of Information Technology Relatedness, Ilham M, Anis Eliyana, Praptini Yulianti

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This bibliometric describe Information Technology Relateness is defined as the use of information technology infrastructure and information technology management processes betweeWas this submission previously published in a journal? Bepress will automatically create an OpenURL for published articles. Learn more about OpenURLsn business units together. There is not much research on Information Technology Relateness by providing a big picture that is visualized from year to year. This study aims to map research in the field of Information Technology Relateness with data from all international research publications. This study performs a bibliometric method and analyzes research data using the Services Analyze …

Factors Affecting Computer Science Research Productivity And Impact In Nigeria: A Bibliometric Evidence, Azubuike Ezenwoke

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Computer science is a burgeoning research field and has the potential to accelerate the rate of industrialisation and subsequently, economic development. Using bibliometric data obtained from Scopus, this study employed a 15-year bibliometric analysis to highlight Nigeria’s productivity and impact trends in the computer science research landscape. Our findings are summarised as follows: First, Nigeria’s computer science research contribution and citations are meager in comparison to the global output. Secondly, international collaboration is generally weak as most collaborations are national in scope. Third, Nigeria’s computer science-related research is published in low-quality outlets, as Scopus has discontinued the indexing of most …

A Systematic Review Of Information Seeking Behavior & Information Needs In Female Lawyers, Jibran Jamshed Mr.

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Objectives: The primary objective of this study is to determine the legal information-seeking behavior of female lawyers. The study explores the legal information needs, methods, and barriers faced by female lawyers while seeking legal information.

Methodology: In this quantitative study survey design is used. The population of this study consists of female lawyers from which a sample (n=305) is taken. A structured questionnaire was distributed among the female lawyers of Punjab province in Pakistan. The questionnaire collected data regarding demographic information, information-seeking behaviors, information needs, and barriers faced by female lawyers while seeking legal information. SPSS (Statistical Package …

Web 2.0 Tools In Indian University Libraries, Asifa Ali, Mariya Nabi Miss, Sumeer Gul Dr., Rumysa Jan Miss

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Web is intrinsically a global medium. Web has grown from a group work tool for scientists at CERN into a global information space more than billion users. Currently it is both as a read, write tool as well as a more social and participatory platform. The continuously changing trends have led to enter a new, improved web version 2.0.It is actually just an extension of the original ideas of the web. The web 2.0 has gained substantial momentum in the last decade. The influence of web 2.0 principles and technologies has fuelled an explosion of information and media content on …

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

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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 tour. …

Information Requirement Of Career Seekers In Library And Information Science In Kerala: An Investigative Study, Farsana A K, Mini Devi B

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The information requirement of career seekers in LIS in Kerala has been investigated in this study. The role of the library among the career seekers and the need of the resources and services of the library is discussed. The population selected for the study was the Mlisc students, part time librarians and alumnus of the LIS department and full time research scholars in LIS department. The sample was collected from both University of Kerala and Mahatma Gandhi University. A structured questionnaire is prepared on objectives of the study with closed-ended and open-ended questions and were distributed among 160 career seekers …

Exploring Students’ Perception Of Information Service Provision Of University Libraries In Kwara State, Nigeria, Medinat Dolapo Medinat Laaro

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Libraries are service-oriented organizations established for the provision of relevant information resources and services needed to meet their users’ information needs. Libraries are institutions that select, acquire, process, organize and disseminate information materials such as books, magazines, journals, microfilm, maps, government documents and other resources in support of teaching, learning, recreation and research. However, the extents to which university libraries provide these services in Kwara State, Nigeria remain unknown until now. The study employed a survey research design, where undergraduate students’ population stood at 68,298. Proportionate stratified sampling was used to select 382 participants. A self-structured questionnaire was …

Software Development With Scrum: A Bibliometric Analysis And Profile, Peter Kokol, Sašo Zagoranski, Marko Kokol

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Introduction of the Scrum approach into software engineering has changed the way software is being developed. The Scrum approach emphasizes the active end-user involvement, embracing of change, and /iterative delivery of products. Our study showed that Scrum has different variants or is used in combination with different methods. Some tools not normally used in the conventional software approaches, like gamification, content analysis and grounded theory are also employed. However, Scrum like other software development approach focuses on improvement of software process, software quality, business value, performance, usability and efficiency and at the same time to reduce cost, risk and uncertainty. …

Perceived Research Skills Of Graduating Library And Information Science (Lis) Undergraduates In A Nigerian University Of Education, Anuoluwa Feyikemi Awodoyin Dr., Niran Adetoro Prof, Precious Oke Miss

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Researchers in institutions of higher learning are required to conduct researches that will expand the frontiers of knowledge, drive innovation in industries, and the economy at large. Consequently, research has become an integral component of a university’s curriculum. However, there is an ‘assumption’ that undergraduates possess requisite research skills at the end of their training due to their exposure to research. To ascertain this, this study investigated the perceived research skills of graduating Library and Information Science (LIS) undergraduates in a Nigerian University of Education. The study is a survey of the ex post facto type. Total enumeration was used …

Application Of Lotka’S Law Price’S Square Root And Pareto Principle On Research Publications Of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University - A Scientometric Analysis, Dr.A. Thirumagal, M. Manthiramoorthi, M. Thamaraiselvi, Dr.M. Mani

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This study analyzes the application of lotka’s law, Price’s square root law, Pareto principle and collaborative measures on Manonmaniam Sundaranar University research publications. The data retrieved and downloaded from Web of Science database from the year 1992 to 2020. The findings of the study revealed that the highest number of publications is in the year 2018 with 200 records. Multi authored contributed 97.80% of research publications whereas single authored contributed only 2.20% of total contribution. Padiyan DP is the most prolific author with 94 records during the study period. Mohanraj K and Sivakumar G is collaborated highest number of research …

Why School Libraries Remain Underdeveloped In Nigeria, And The Way Forward, Olabode Olajide Mr, Sandy Zinn Prof

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Applying the lens of constructivism and inquiry-based learning, this study investigated why libraries remain underdeveloped in Nigerian schools, and the way forward. The study was motivated by the importance accorded to school libraries, being one of the most important educational services that could be used to achieve good standard education in Nigeria. The methodological approach adopted for this study was mixed methods. The study’s population comprised “school librarians”, principals, and science teachers in public senior secondary schools as well as major stakeholders in education connected with the provision, management and utilization of library resources for teaching science subjects. The instruments …

Bibliometric Analysis Of Istl Journal (2010-2020), Dr Arup Kumar Mondal, Librarian

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This paper presents a bibliometric analysis of the Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship (ISTL) journal for the period of 10 years (2010-2020). Total no. of 224 articles of 35 issues of "ISTL Journal" have been taken up for data analysis. The aim of this paper is to analysis the forms of articles, distribution of the articles, authorship pattern, geographical distribution, institutional contribution and ranking of leading authors. It is found from the analysis that single author contribution during the whole duration persist at 50% obsess highest position compared to benefaction of two author articles which continued to be 30%. …

Awareness And Use Of Open Access Resources In Higher Education And Scholarly Research: Faculties Versus Students Perspectives, Abdullah- Al- Mahmud , Assistant Librarian, A. K. M. Eamin Ali Akanda , Associate Professor, Md. Nazmul Hasan , Associate Professor, Md. Armanul Haque , Associate Professor, Dilara Begum , Associate Professor

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Purpose- The study aims to identify, and to compare the awareness and attitude of faculties and students towards Open Access Resources.

Design/methodology/approach- The study employed a mixed method research approach. A survey has been conducted among purposively selected students (52) and faculties (17) through distributing a structured questionnaire(1-5 point likert scale, and open ended).SPSS v.20 and coding method have been used for analyzing quantitative and qualitative data respectively.

Findings-Both faculties and students had positive perceptions towards OARs though faculties were more knowledgeable than students in terms of understanding on major OA concepts. Digital format and free availability were …

Perceptions Of Library Professionals Towards Webinars In Haryana (India), Seema Parmar, Rajinder Kumar Dr

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Webinars are proving a boon for all academic fraternity in the present scenario of COVID-19 pandemic when almost all learning and education centers are in state of lockdown not only in India but in the world. The present study explores the perceptions of library professionals of Haryana which is one of northern state of India. The data has collected from the professionals via Google questionnaire. Results indicates that Whats App was the most popular app for promoting webinars among library professionals, Zoom platform was widely preferred, mobile devices were highly used, free webinars were attended by majority of professionals, the …

Application Of Bibliometrics Laws In Scientometric Journal Publications During 2010 - 2019: A Scientometric Analysis, M Thamaraiselvi, Dr.S Lakshmi, M Manthiramoorthi, Dr.A Thirumagal

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The application of bibliometrics laws in scientometric journal research output during the period of 10 years from 2010-2019. Data downloaded from web of science databased. A total of 3196 research papers published in the scientometric journal during the study period. The study analysed and examined the different scientometric parameters i.e. year-wise distribution, annual growth rate, exponential growth rate, relative growth rate, doubling time, time series analysis, correlation between articles and authors, reference pattern of articles and the study also verified the applicability of Lotka's law, Price's square root law and Pareto principle on scientometric journal publications.