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Improving Librarians’ Occupational Performance Through Stress Management Strategies: An Overview, Usuka Enweremadu Isaac Department Of Library And Information Science, Faculty Of Education, Nwachukwu Ndubuisi Victor Professor, Department Of Library And Information Science, Faculty Of Education, Ekere Chimaobi Felix Professor, Department Of Library And Information Science, Faculty Of Education

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Librarians occupational performance include their task, contextual and adaptive performance which are practical and strategic tools for achieving libraries’ set objectives. Stress management strategies are activities, readjustments, methods and techniques that are employed in managing, dealing, coping, reducing and eradicating the harmful effects of stress. The paper discussed improving librarians’ occupational performance through stress management strategies as an overview. It was established that stress management strategies help librarians in dealing, handling and coping with stress and its harmful effects. Librarians can achieve high occupational performance when they are stress free. The paper explored an overview of librarians’ occupational performance, …

Enhancing The Self-Development Of Librarians Through Entrepreneurship Opportunities In Library And Information Science Profession, Usuka Enweremadu Isaac Department Of Library And Information Science, Faculty Of Education, Ekere Chimaobi Felix Professor, Department Of Library And Information Science, Faculty Of Education, Oviri Beatrice Uchenna Lecturer, Library And Information Science, Department Of Educational Management, Ajibo Chidi Ambrose Librarian

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Self-development is one of the core aspirations of Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals as they get employed in any library institution or other organizations. Librarians aspire to move from one level to another in their years of active services rather than depending on salaries and promotions for survival. More so, investing energy, expertise, ideas and capital in entrepreneurship ventures is worthwhile for achieving high level self-development. The paper explored the concept of entrepreneurship and self-development, entrepreneurial opportunities in library and information science (LIS) profession, ways entrepreneurship enhances self-development of LIS professionals, sources of capital for entrepreneurial ventures in LIS …

Public Relations Practices For Enhanced Services Delivery And Librarians' Image In School Libraries In Abia State, South East Nigeria, Ozioko Reuben Ejike

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This study investigated Public Relations Practices for enhanced Service Delivery and Librarians’ image in School Libraries inAbia State, South East Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was used for the study. The population was 135 teacher librarians in the selected secondary schools in the state. Questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. Data generated was analysed using descriptive statistics consisting of frequency tables and mean scores. The findings of the study show that the services offered to school library users are lending services to teachers and students, provision of seating and study facilities and user education. Also thedominant public …

Comparative Analysis Of Funding And Finance Of Libraries In Federal University, Polytechnic And College Of Education In Ogun State., Khadijat Dayo Ajayi, Basirat Olubukola Diyaolu, Oyintola Isiaka Amusa

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Academic libraries in higher institutions of learning support the vision and mission of the institutions. Its main objective is to support the teaching learning and research activities of both students and lecturers. To achieve this objective there is a need for adequate funding and finance of the library. This study compared and analysed the funding and finance pattern of libraries in federal university, polytechnic, and college of education in Ogun state. Interview was adopted for the study and the respondents are the bursars and librarians of the respective institutions. Three federal higher educational institutions in the state were used for …

Design Of Theoretical Framework: Global And Local Parameters Requirements For Libraries, Sukumar Mandal

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Library is one of the important aspect in modern reading environment. Theoretical framework is an inevitable and indispensable for each and every library in the field of automated and digital library system. In this original research paper all the parameters have selected on the basis of global recommendations and local requirements for libraries in six theoretical sections. Designing the theoretical framework in the following areas such as (i) Theoretical framework of integrated library system cluster (ii) Theoretical framework of community communication and interaction (iii) Theoretical framework of digital media archiving cluster (iv) Theoretical framework of content management system (v) Theoretical …

The Existence Of Social Media As A Promotional Media In The Hijab Image Revolution In Indonesia, Melly Maulin Purwaningwulan, Asep Suryana, Uud Wahyudin, Susanne Dida

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This research purposed to in-depth analyzing about the existence of social media as promotional media in the hijab image revolution in Indonesia, to examine it’s cause and give the picture of hijab image in Indonesia. This research is conducted with qualitative approach and case study method. The result showed that social media increasingly exist in promoting Muslim fashion, because of the changed in Muslim consumers who are more religious but also more intense using social media. Hijab image revolution was encouraged by the communities and role models who emigrated (hijrah). Hijab image became diverse, characterized self identity, and …

Contribution Of The Uk Open Access Repositories To Opendoar, Saria Ibrahim, Iram Nazir Beigh

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Purpose: The study aims to shed light on the growth and development of open repositories of the UK based on six parameters i.e. repository type, language, software usage, subject coverage, content type, and operational status.

Methodology: Directory of Open Access Repositories (Open DOAR) was consulted to extract the data on the selected parameters. As on 23^rd January 2019, a total of 278 repositories were indexed by Open DOAR. OpenDOAR is the quality-assured global directory of academic open access repositories which enables the identification, browsing and search for repositories, based on a range of features, such as location, software …

Usage Summary Of Institute Of Physics Publishing E-Journals From Jan 2015 To May 2018: A Study Of Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Library, Guru Jambheshwar University Of Science &Technology Hisar-125 001, Haryana - India, Narender Kumar, Rupesh Gaur, Jasbir Singh

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Purpose- Since inception e-journals have proved mile stone in the history of the research and academics. Undoubtedly, after emerging e-resources the research activities got new pace and new dimension particularly in higher educational institutions especially since last two decades. No issue of physical distance with e-journals as these may be accessible from any corner of the world without doing physical efforts even available in abundance on single platform and access with single click. Moreover, anyone can download the same, store and keep safe for existing and budding scholars without occupying the physical space. In addition, in fraction of seconds, …

Library Automation, Bhagvan Keshav Gavit Prof

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It is a good impact of computers and data technology and its application on the libraries because of that a method of great amendment is happening in libraries. Modern technology is tending to alter radically the nature of our society and affect the prevailing economic, political and social values and libraries are also in the process. Industrialized countries were the primary to understand that within the context of stock of data, classical approaches concerning storage, retrieval and utilization of the information were no longer adequate and effective which the answer lay in creating fullest use of recent developments in physics, …

Perception And Use Of Semantic And Social Features Of Digital Libraries Among Library And Information Professionals, Shri Ram Pandey

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Purpose – The paper identifies awareness among library and Information professionals (LISPs) on Semantic and Social technologies in digital library in Special Library and Information Centers (SLICs) of Delhi NCR (National Capital Region), India, and examine whether the existing semantic web technologies are capable of addressing the problems and concerns of Digital Library Systems in tune with the needs of the intended users and/or beneficiaries.

Design/Methodology/Approach – As part of the survey of the special libraries in NCR of Delhi, the questionnaires and personal visit were made to 48 libraries (spread over 16 categories) to collect the primary data. The …

The Impact Of Policies And Infrastructures On The Access And Use Of Library Electronic Resources: A Case Study Of National Open University Of Nigeria (Noun), Babarotimi Oluwaseun

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The aim of this study was to investigate the Impact of policies and infrastructures on the access and use of library electronic resources the extent of access to and use of library electronic resources and their implications on remote users at the National Open University of Nigeria. The study adopted a quantitative research approach and survey research method was employed. The study targeted 1,680 population samples of which include 1,513 Students, 140 Academic staffs, and 27 Academic Librarians. Probability (Stratified random and systematic) sampling and nonprobability (purposive) sampling methods were adopted. Two sample frames were used: Students - classified into …

An Assessment Of Digital Capability Training Programs Among Higher Education Institutions In India, Chandrasenjit Mishra, Dr. Shriram Pandey

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The paper deals with the assessment of digital capability training programs among the top twenty universities in India as per NIRF ranking 2018. The study is an exploratory study which carried out to find out number of the training program, workshop or seminars conducted in universities in the preview of digital capability framework given by JISC (Joint Information systems committee). The result shows that Vellore University has conducted more training programs any than other universities. However, it is not enough to achieve the goal of digital capability in the universities as there are many manifestations to assess the digital capability …

Skills Of Using Internet And Computer Communication Network Among Library Professionals Working In Selected Arts And Science Colleges: Affiliated To Bharathidasan University, Mercy Angeline X

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We live in a computer-centric Information Age. The number of computers in-use including in libraries is growing rapidly. Computer literacy, which is the ability to operate a computer system for performing personal and job-related tasks like using web browsers and search engines on the internet to retrieve needed information and communicate with the others, is considered as a fundament part of today's library professionals skills. Library managers prefer professionals and librarians who are computer literate because they are more productive and efficient at work than those who are not computer literate. The paper seeks to investigate the use of Internet …

Interpretation Of The Subject's Performance, Roghayeh Entezar Saadat

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Abstract— This article describes the methods of interpretation of the performance of the student testing and other types of assessments to review. This method of interpretation, part of the technical evaluation of the base make up smart interpretation of student performance. for the use of educational evaluation information is critical. Create or choose the appropriate test to determine the reliability and validity of any and all the important topics covered.Because it must make intelligent interpretation and use of the information. We have the right to interpret the position of the student's performance in the test, and in fact any …

Research Data Management (Rdm) Capabilities At The University Of Ghana, Legon, Bright Kwaku Avuglah, Peter G. Underwood

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The purpose of this study was to assess Research Data Management (RDM) capabilities at the University of Ghana (UG). The study focused on four key capability elements: policy framework, technological infrastructure, skills and knowledge, and support services. It explored the extent to which RDM is embedded in research practices at UG and provides insight into the preparedness of UG to develop RDM. A qualitative case study method was adopted for the study and data was gathered using semi-structured interviews and document analysis. The instrument for the assessment was informed by the Collaborative Assessment for Research Data Infrastructure and Objectives (CARDIO) …

Manpower Planning And Total Quality Management As Correlates Of Service Delivery In Academic Libraries, Adekoya Clement Ola

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This study investigated manpower planning, total quality management (TQM) and service delivery in academic libraries. Descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population of the study was 83 staff comprising 45 librarians and 38 library officers in the university libraries of the seven universities in Ondo State, Nigeria. Data were collected using questionnaire. Out of eighty three (83) questionnaires distributed, sixty two (62) copies were returned. Data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics. The findings of the study revealed that: the needs for manpower planning in academic libraries are: selection and recruitment of qualified personnel, assessment of training and staff …

Research Publications On Medical Microbiology In Pakistan During The Period 2013-2017, Ikram Ul Haq, Gulnaz Elahi, Iqra Dana

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Aim: Research publications have been increasing all around the world in every field of knowledge including medical microbiology. The attempt has been made in this paper to describe the growth of medical microbiology research in Pakistan published from 2013 to 2017.

Methodology: Publications on medical microbiology with authorship to Pakistan indexed in the PubMed database were searched. The bibliographical citations of retrieved data were downloaded to examine the year-wise growth, authorship patterns, subject-wise distributions, institutional and country affiliation of the principal author. Microsoft Excel spreadsheet was used for data analysis.

Results: Three hundred and thirty-three documents with an average of …

National Digital Library Of India: An Overview, Bisma Bashir, Nahida Nasreen, Fayaz Ahmad Loan

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The National Digital Library of India (NDLI) is a National Mission Project initiated by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) on education to engage, facilitate and inspire all learners across the country regardless of the age, demographics and ability. The National Digital Library of India is a melting pot of knowledge and information that holds an extensive variety of lectures, courses, archives in various media forms curated, collected and created by the best institutions of the country. It is a platform designed to make digital educational resources accessible to all citizens of the country to inspire, empower and encourage …

Emergent Trends In Library Services Delivery: The Application Of Information And Communication Technologies In Academic Libraries, Chukwuemeka Chukwueke Mnla, Juliet Onuoha Phd

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This paper focuses on the application of ICTs in academic libraries as an emergent trend in academic library service delivery. It is strongly believed that libraries of the 21^st century are experiencing changes in different areas of their services delivery. This paper, however, believes that this change is championed by the introduction of ICT in these libraries. Literature hold that ICT application in libraries is of utmost importance due to its numerous benefits. Among these benefits are; increase in effectiveness and efficiency of library services, reduction in time of information access, location and retrieval, saving of library’s physical space, …

Gender Inequality In Education,Ict And Employment:The Socio-Economic Effects, Ferdinand Ezekwe, Enweani Uchechukwu V.

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The researchers and media have drawn attention to the gender inequality in digital divide, education and employment opportunity which pervades the various physical, social and cognitive contexts. For the time past we have witnessed an endless discrimination against and widened socio-economic inequalities in the country with disastrous effect. In developing countries like Nigeria women often end up in poorly paid jobs without social protection. In the ICT and public sector, they fill the lower rung of job hierarchy. There is need for employment conditions and job quality to improve so that women can maximize their productivity. These circumstances confronting …

World Digital Library: An Analysis Of Collection, Nahida Nasreen, Bisma Bashir, Fayaz Ahmad Loan

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Introduction: The World Digital Library, one of the hallmark digital preservation initiatives with a global perspective was launched by the UNESCO and the U.S. Library of Congress in collaboration with 32 partner institutions on April 21, 2009. The World Digital Library archives and provides access to unique cultural materials from libraries, archives, museums, educational institutions, and international organizations from 193 countries around the world. It aims at promoting international and intercultural understanding, expand the volume and variety of cultural content on the Internet, provide resources for educators, scholars, and general audiences, and to narrow the information divide within and among …

Information Acceleration Into Access On Acquiring Skill Under Consortium Based Resources In The Selected Universities Of Kerala, India., Baskaran C. - -

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The study analyses that UGC-INFONET services offered in the Select State Universities of Kerala. The respondents of the study were 421 from selected State Universities in Kerala State, India. The Respondents categorize include Teaching faculty, Research Scholars and PG Students, the analysis made effective use of Electronic resources in rely on academic research prevalence of their needs in the Six State Universities of Kerala. The results examined out of 421 respondents, 220 (52.3%) of them belong to Research scholar. majority of respondents 109 (25.9%) are post graduates and 75 (17.8%) are having PG with NET qualification. Mean value for ‘To …

Seed Technology Research Output: A Scientometric Analysis On Scopus Database, Suresh N, Thanuskodi S Dr.

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. The study analyses the seed technology research publications during 2008-2017 based on the Scopus database. The objective of the study was to perform a scientometric analysis of all seed technology research publication. Data for a study is total of 8576 have been downloaded and analyzed according to objectives. The study reveals that the growth of literature follows the liner growth pattern, journal articles are the most published form of literature (73.83%), International Journal Of Food Science and Technology followed by Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao Transactions Of The Chinese Society Of Agricultural Engineering are top journals, China and Chinese Academy of …

Thirty Years Of Global Literature On Bioleaching: A Scientometric Analysis, Saravanan S,, Baskaran C. - -

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Acceptance Of Blended Learning In A Developing Country: The Role Of Learning Styles, Foluke Okocha

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The study investigates factors that lead to the acceptance of blended learning in a developing country. Descriptive analysis, Principal component analysis and Regression analysis were adopted in this study. Data was obtained from 204 undergraduate students. Data analysis was carried out using frequency distributions and regression analysis. The findings revealed that a significant relationship exists between performance expectancy and facilitating conditions in the acceptance of blended learning in Nigeria .Also, students showed more interest in course related readings and course materials and less interest on discussion with lecturers and discussion with classmates. Performance expectancy is a major determinant in the …

Oral Health Disease And Library Service Delivery Among Library Staff Of The Universities In Nigeria., Francisca Chinyeaka Mbagwu, Ifeyinnwa Blessing Okoye, Gertrude Chinwendu Umunnakwe

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This study investigated oral health disease (OHD) and its effect on the library service delivery in the Federal Universities in South East, Nigeria. Descriptive survey design was employed. All the library staff (353) was used for this study. Questionnaire was used to elicit data from the library staff. Frequency and simple percentages were used to analyse data on the bio-data and data on the OHD status of library staff. Descriptive statistical techniques such as mean and standard deviation were used to analyse data on research questions 2-5. Regression analysis was used to test one null hypothesis formulated which was tested …

Thirty Years Of Global Literature On Bioleaching: A Scientometric Analysis, Saravanan S, Research Scholar Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu. India, Baskaran -. C -

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The study deals with the Scientometric analysis of thirty years publication on ‘Bioleaching’ collected from Web of Science Databases for the period of 1989 – 2018. A total of 2477 papers were identified. The study reveals that most of the researchers preferred to publish their research results in the form of journal articles. 2050 (82.8%) articles were published in journals. The authorship trend shows, 95% of the publications were published under the joint authorship. Central South University with 268 (10.8%) publication tops in the institutional wise publications. This study also identifies Relative growth rate, Doubling Time, Degree of Collaboration, the …

An Investigation Into The Effective Factors On The Intention To Commercialization Of Knowledge In A University: A Case Study, Ali Biranvand, Mohammad Hassan Seif, Soheila Safa, Saeid Mazloumian

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The purpose of this study was to provide a causal model for factors affecting the commercialization of academic research. This study is applied research in terms of purpose and a descriptive study of correlation type in terms of method. The statistical population consists of 499 graduate students at Engineering School of Shiraz University. The data gathering tool was a questionnaire. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient was used to assess its reliability. In this research, the effect of following variables on attitude to the commercialization of Knowledge (ACK) of knowledge is investigated: psychological empowerment (PE), self-efficacy, university policy (UP), social capital (SC), and …

Influence Of Business Information Use On Performance Of Small And Medium Enterprises In Port-Harcourt Nigeria., Okoro Obinna Jeremiah, Yacob Haliso, Otuza Evans Chima

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At the center of any economy lies the contributions of the SMEs. It is documented that the economic growth experienced in the developed countries of the world can be attributed largely to the contributions of the SME sector. Unfortunately in Nigeria, research has shown the performance of SMEs to be low especially in Port-Harcourt. This study examined by analyzing the influence of business information use on performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Port-Harcourt Nigeria. Data collection was done by the use of a self-structured questionnaire. Four hundred and forty eight (448) copies of questionnaires were distributed to proprietors …

'Science', How Is It Formed?, Mozaffar Cheshmehsohrabi

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The purpose of this conceptual research is to determine the process of science formation and evolution. The method adopted in this study is based on the documentary analysis. The research community included texts and researches related to the field of "Science", "Research" and "Technology". The scientific documents were selected using a purposive sampling method for analysis. In this paper the three concepts of: science scope, science band, and science cycle are extracted from the findings of the reviewed materials for the first time ending in the following findings. Here the science scope consists of nine elements, the science band constitutes …