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The Impact Of Information And Communication Technology (Ict) In Nigerian University Libraries, Dorcas Krubu, Kingsley Osawaru

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has brought unprecedented changes and transformation to academic libraries and information services. Taking into cognizance the recent trends in ICT and the Nigerian situation, this work elicits the impact of ICT in Nigerian University Libraries. The primary objectives were to ascertain the level of automation; to determine the usefulness of ICT resources; the effectiveness of ICT resources; the required skills in using ICT resources and the factors militating against the effective use of ICT. John Harris Library, University of Benin and Benson Idahosa University Library, both in Edo State of Nigeria were used as case …

Reforming Or Rejecting The Reference Desk: Conflict And Continuity In The Concept Of Reference, David S. Nolen

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper contends that the schism between pro- and anti-reference desk librarians is not a true dichotomy. By examining the published literature on the topic, this paper asserts that the two sides actually agree that human-mediation is fundamental to references services, although the articles do examine varying methods for the delivery of reference services. While some emphasize the need to incorporate a more computer-mediated model of reference, most do not truly reject human-mediation as necessary. Those that do fail to provide a satisfactory alternative in the current social and technological context.

Use Of Reproductive Health Information On Contraception Among Female Undergraduates Of University Of Ibadan, Mercy I. Ijirigho

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Survey and focus group research on a sample of female undergraduates at the University of Ibadan sought information on their use of information on contraception. Results showed that female undergraduates receive information on contraception regularly through the broadcast media and friends; however, they have only partial knowledge, because of twelve method of contraception, they are generally familiar with only three, particularly condoms. A majority have a positive perception of contraception and feel that they should be exposed to information on the adoption of contraception and that it should be discussed openly since such information is quite necessary, although they also …

The Growth And Development Of Research On Ecology In India: A Bibliometric Study, S. Thanuskodi, V. Venkatalakshmi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

In academic and scientific work, publication is the chief means of communicating research, a primary means of recognition and reward, and a central social process in any academic or research institution. Therefore, it is through publication the scientists receive professional recognition and esteem as promotion, advancement, and funding for future research. This study analyzes the performance of scientists in the field of ecology, working in various institutions in India, in terms of growth rate, areas of research concentration, author productivity, and authorship pattern.

Use Of Newspapers By Nigerian University Students: The Case Of Delta State University, Anwai Campus, J.U. Igbeka, Christopher O. Ola

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Newspapers remain an important research source, as well as a means of recreation and a source of current news. A study of newspaper use by students in the Faculty of Managment Science and the Faculty of Agriculture at Delta State University, Anwai Campus, used a questionnaire and records of newspaper requests in the library to discover student preferences and their reasons for preferring particular titles. The results show a high rate of use, and a general preference for information in their disciplines and unbiased reporting.

Changing Needs Of Library And Information Science Curricula In India, Joginder Singh, Syed Mohd. Shahid

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The history of LIS curricula in India and efforts to reform, modernize, and standardize are discussed. The changing world of information technology and the needs of employers should drive the standardization and updating of LIS curricula. Recommendations include a national accrediting body to articulate norms for LIS education.

Zach's News, Georgia Southern University, Zach S. Henderson Library

Library Publications (1999-2023)

• Friends' Events
• Database trials and evaluation: American Theological Library Association Historical Monographs Collection , and American Antiquarian Society Historical Periodicals Collection

Archival 101 & Working With Vendors, Peter D. Verheyen

Librarian Publications

Archival 101: Dealing with Suppliers of Archival Products

*Do you need to purchase archival supplies for your organization or even yourself?

*Are you confused by the terminology and not sure about what the differences between the various vendors are?

*Not finding exactly what you are looking for and unsure about adapting different products?

Archival 101 is designed to demystify the archival product terminology and market for the layperson and non-preservation specialist. The presentation will provide an overview of the conservation and preservation issues facing libraries, cultural organizations, and individuals; describe the terminology in use; discuss products and offers buying tips …

2010 New England Technical Services Librarians Spring Conference: Crosswalks To The Future: Library Metadata On The Move, Andrée J. Rathemacher, Martha Rice Sanders, Michael A. Cerbo Ii

Technical Services Faculty Publications

Report on the 2010 New England Technical Services Librarians (NETSL) Spring Conference, held on April 15, 2010 at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Open Access Repositories: A Review, Mohammad Hanief Bhat

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This article reviews recent literature on open access (OA) repositories and explores issues such as author attitudes, publisher participation, government and university initiatives, and barriers to OA.

Lanthorn, Vol. 44, No. 61, May 6, 2010, Grand Valley State University

Volume 44, July 8, 2009 - June 10, 2010

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

Librarians, Knowledge Creation, And Scholarship: A Matter Of „Ba‟ 場, Debbie Morrow

Presentations

How do you engage in professional development? What do you think of expectations for academic librarians to participate in scholarship and dissemination? Do you feel your library’s leadership and organizational structure are adequately supportive of librarians’ efforts to grow and be successful? The role of scholarship in academic librarians’ professional development is examined in the context of a model of knowledge creation borrowed from the corporate world and business expert Ikujiro Nonaka. Tacit and explicit knowledge, knowledge conversion stages, and ‘ba’ –facilitating environments for individual and organizational knowledge growth – are discussed in the context of the presenter’s library.

Bobbleheads In Yale's Rare Book Collection!, Femi Cadmus

Cornell Law Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Use Of Ict Facilities For Serials Functions In Southern Nigeria Federal University Libraries, Chinwe V. Anunobi, Benson E. Edoka

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The research was conducted in southern Nigeria federal university libraries to identify the extent of ICT use for serials functions. A questionnaire was distributed to staff from the 11 federal university libraries in southern Nigeria. The results reveal that serials functions are still predominately manual, with ICT being more prominent in the serials public services and preservation functions; public services activities involving the use of ICT are mainly access to and retrieval of serials and article titles. It is recommended that university libraries should make a decision on whether to equip serials units with ICT facilities or have a systems …

Sources And Means Of Access To Legal Information By Lawyers In Uganda, Innocent Tuhumwire, C. Okello-Obura

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Any meaningful design of information system for a user group must take into account the need to establish the sources of information and channels/means to access. This paper reports on the study instituted to determine the sources of legal information and means used to access legal information by Lawyers in Uganda and propose strategic interventions. The study used survey research design with structured questionnaire to elicit the required data. The results indicate that sources outside legal literature, acts of parliament, law textbooks and judgments constitute the main sources of legal information. While constitutional, human rights, law reference and gender related …

User Perception Of Library And Information Services In Agricultural Science Universities In South India: An Evaluative Study, B. U. Kannappanavar, H.M. Chidananda Swamy

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper explores library and information services in agricultural science university libraries in south India. A structured questionnaire collected user information on user perceptions. The University of Agricultural Sciences Library, Bangalore and the University of Agricultural Sciences Library, Dharwad ranked first and second in user satisfaction. A majority of the post graduate students (77.25%) and research scholars (72.04%) reported that their recommendation are not considered in procuring the information resources, but most faculty (78.12%) state that their recommendation are taken into consideration. A majority of users found the existing print collection adequate, but that electronic sources are inadequate.

Post-Ume Screening Examination In Nigerian Universities: The University Of Education, Ikere-Ekiti (Tunedik) Experience, Isaac Oluwadare Busayo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The Post-UME screening examination conducted by the University of Education, Ikere-Ekiti (TUNEDIK), particularly in essay writing, exposed inadequacies in most of the candidates. A total of 500 candidates were randomly selected for this study from five departments of the three foundation faculties of education, science and information technology and arts, social and management sciences. 200 out of the 500 candidates (40%) scored 200 marks and above in JAMB, 125 candidates (25%) scored 190-199, also 125 candidates (25%) again scored 180-189 and 50 candidates (10%) scored 170-179 in JAMB. Ironically, only 87 out of the 200 candidates (43.5%), who scored 200 …

The Use Of Impact Factor In The Appraisal Of Academic Librarians In Nigeria, Michael Onuchukwu Okoye

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study explores the degree to which academic librarians in Nigeria are committed to accepting the use of impact factor for assessing their academic performance. Fifty copies of a questionnaire were distributed and 41 returned. Descriptive statistics using means and percentages were used to generate data. A majority of the respondents disagreed that impact factor had wider acceptance than any alternative. More than half did not agree that many Nigerian scholars are reluctant to publish in international journals. Lapses in the provision of facilities which should facilitate high quality research are highlighted. It has become compelling on Nigerian universities to …

Lacuny Serials Roundtable Meeting Minutes, May 2010, Lacuny

Meeting Minutes

No abstract provided.

Guidelines For Submitting A Graduate Project To Scholarworks, Scholarworks

ScholarWorks Publications

The handout provides basic guidelines for completing a ScholarWorks Authorization for a Selected Graduate Project form and instructions for submitting completed materials to ScholarWorks.

For questions, please contact ScholarWorks at 208-426-2581 or [email protected].