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U.S Department Of Energy Public Access Plan, U.S Department Of Energy

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This document, the Public Access Plan (the Plan) for the Department of Energy (DOE or Department), including the National Nuclear Security Administration, presents the Department of Energy’s plan for increasing access to the results of the research and development (R&D) it supports in response to the August 25, 2022, Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Memorandum, “Ensuring Free, Immediate, and Equitable Access to Federally Funded Research”1 and to the previous February 22, 2013, OSTP Memorandum, “Increasing Access to the Results of Federally Funded Scientific Research.”2 This Plan, which supplants the Department’s July 2014 Public Access Plan, was developed by …

The Library Services And Users' Satisfaction In Academic Libraries In Imo State, Nigeria, Ngozi Immaculata Ike, Celestina Amadi, Veronica Madu-Malachy, Sarah Nkechi Iheagwam, Ogechi Iheanacho-Kelechi, Oluchi Juliet Nwagu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The study focused on library services and users’ satisfaction in academic libraries in Imo State, Nigeria. The study examined the extent of users’ satisfaction with library services in academic libraries in Imo State, Nigeria, the relationship between library exhibition/display and user education services. Three research questions were posed and two hypotheses were formulated for the study. Correlational design was adopted for the study while 4-point likert rating scale was used to elicit data. A sample size of 393 students was drawn from the population of 15,310 using Taro Yammane (1967) sampling technique. The data collected were analyzed with Pearson …

A Consortium-Based Solution For The National Institutional Libraries Working On Physical Disabilities Under The Ministry Of Social Justice And Empowerment, Govt. Of India, Sukanta Halder, Dr. Arabinda Maity

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper aims to find out the present collection, services, and the main problems. The researcher deeply examined the four target libraries and described comparative analysis in different tables with various parameters. All target libraries provide similar types of user needs. Still, collaboration must be found within the target libraries, which is the researcher's main problem. Finally, the researcher prepared and proposed a centralized consortium model that can be very effective for the target libraries and may solve the problems.

An Appraisal Of Open Access Institutional Repositories Use By Academic Staff In Federal Universities In North Central States Of Nigeria, Bello Salahudeen Hakeemat Mrs, Oluwatoyin Oyeyemi Obinyan Mrs

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research was carried out to evaluate the Awareness and Use of Open Access Institutional Repositories by Academics in Federal Universities in North Central States of Nigeria. The research questions raised among others include: How often do academic staff use Open Access IR for dissemination of research outputs in Federal Universities in North Central States of Nigeria? What challenges are academic staff faced with in accessing Open Access IR in Federal Universities in North Central States of Nigeria? Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the research. The target population are 3,547 academics in the Federal Universities in the North …

Impact Of Social Media On Academic Performance Of University Female Students Of Khushal Khan Khattak University Pakistan, Saeed Ullah Jan

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Due to the rapid development of the Internet and communication technologies, social media has become an essential part of our daily lives. It enables people to interact and share information without being limited by location or time. Consequently, social media's influence has extended to various aspects of society, including higher education. Students in higher educational institutions now utilize social media for both academic and non-academic purposes. Therefore, it has become crucial to understand how social media affects students' academic performance. Although many studies have explored the use of social media in higher education, there remains a significant gap in understanding …

Provision Of Reference Services And Use Of Information Resources By Undergraduate Students In University Libraries In Bayelsa State, Chinyere Joshua Nduka, Humphrey I. Wiche Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the provision of reference services and use of library information resources by undergraduates in universities in Bayelsa state, Nigeria. The study used a correlational survey research methodology, and the instrument for gathering data was a questionnaire. 17451 undergraduate students from the four universities in Bayelsa State made up the study's population, with a sample size of 349 representing 20% of the total population. 349 copies of the questionnaire were distributed and 346 were retrieved and found usable. Data were analyzed with frequency count, simple percentages, mean, and standard deviation while Pearson's product moment correlation coefficient was used …

Overcoming The Hurdles: Exploring Obstacles Faced By Senior High School Teachers In Implementing Ict Integration For Effective Teaching, Rodrigo Jr Sumuob

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The main purpose of this study was to determine the obstacles encountered by senior high school teachers in integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into teaching at Tabon Maximino Estrella National High School (TMENHS). The use of ICT in the classroom is crucial in providing opportunities for students to learn and adapt in the information age. The researcher employed a non-experimental quantitative research design, utilizing descriptive techniques such as frequency and percentage, as well as mean as statistical tools. The researcher employed adapted questionnaires that were modified to suit the current study. Data was generated through total enumeration sampling, involving …

Health Information Provision And Utilization As Predictors Of Safe Health Practices Of Nursing Mothers In Imo State, Nigeria, Pauline Iroeze, Ijeoma I. Bernard

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The study investigated health information provision and utilization as predictors of safe health practices of nursing mothers in Imo State. Four research purposes and four research questions guided the study. The researcher adopted descriptive design. The population of the study is 9735 nursing mothers in Okigwe Senatorial Zone, Imo State. Using proportionate sampling, 94 nursing mothers were selected from each of the six local government areas in Okigwe Zone, totaling 564. A researcher-made questionnaire “Information Provision and Utilization on Safe Health Practices of Nursing Mothers in Imo State Questionnaire” (IPAUOSHPONIMQ) was used as instrument for data collection. The …

Benefits Of Mentoring Practices For Professional Development Of Librarians In Federal University Libraries In North Central Nigeria, Helen Famaren Tor-Akwer, Dominic Aondohemba Ihongo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study examined the benefits of mentoring practices for professional development by librarians in university libraries in North Central Nigeria. The study utilized four research questions and one hypothesis. It adopted the descriptive research design. The entire population of 257 librarians was studied because they were accessible and manageable, made up of both federal, state and private universities. A structured questionnaire titled “Awareness and Adoption of Mentoring Practices for Professional Development of Librarians in University Libraries in North Central Nigeria (AAMPPDL)” and interview schedule were used to collect the required information from the respondents. The responses were coded in a …

Websites Of Library And Information Network In India: A Webometric Analysis, Ziaur Rahman Dr, Goutam Dinda

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The websites of the Library and Information Networks are one of the main sources of information in academic, management and other research fields. This type of network creates a cooperative bonding between various types of the subject area in the field of research. As we know library consortia and library resource sharing is one activity that promotes Network connectivity and communication between various areas of the subject field. In terms of research, Library and Information Network websites can give the existence and relevance of the achievements of individuals, research groups, institutions and various departments. This study tries to examine the …

Developing Reading Habits Among Secondary Students In Benue State, Helen Famaren Tor-Akwer, Dominic Aondohemba Ihongo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

In recent times, lack of cultivating the habit of reading has been the concern of all stakeholders. The lack of enthusiasm of secondary school students for reading has contributed to many failures such as poor writing and limited understanding about what they are taught in class. This growing concern provides motivation for this study. Thus, this study seeks to discover and elucidate the various ways whereby secondary school students in Benue state could develop the habits of reading amidst divergent distractions around them especially in the 21^st century society as well as the roles of stakeholders towards enhancing the …

Relevance Of Information And Communication Technology In Higher Education For National Development In The 21st Century, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo, Jude Olutimi Olubiyo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

In recent years, there has been a groundswell of interest on how computers and the internet can best be harnessed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of education and training in both formal and informal settings. For effective and modern information services, the use of information and communication technology is indispensable. Not only does ICT introduce new ways of information handling in universities, it also brings about change in the very structure of information and its communication concepts like universal bibliography, accessibility to and availability of documents irrespective of location, highly personalized services, matching users needs interests with document databases, …

Roles Of School Library In The Education Of African Child In Nigeria, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo, Lydia Mercy Olubiyo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

School libraries have been seen as parts of the most effective ways of renewing education because of their roles in transforming changes in children’s reading abilities in which girls and boys everywhere are meant to learn how to read and write. As such, one of the significant purposes of the school library is to aid students develop love for reading, and to promote reading culture among its users. This implies the need to create the awareness of information resources, the need to read not only textbooks, but also to engage in creative, leisurely, and pleasurable reading. However, the paper discussed …

Digitalcommons Report 2022-2023: #Imsascholars #Worldleaders, Jean Bigger

DigitalCommons Documents

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Gender-Neutral Language Policy At The Student Research Journal, Ben Brown

School of Information Student Research Journal

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Marketing Techniques And Skills Required By Librarians For The Promotion Of Library Services And Resources Utilization In Academic Libraries In Nigeria: The 21st Century Perspective, Enite Anita Urhefe-Okotie

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The library profession is in a period of change. Moving from conventional library practices and services to the modern technology and tools based sources and services, created changes in the roles they play. To provide more and more innovative services and to cope with the changing scenario of the library and its services has forced library professionals to equip themselves with better skills for their survival. This paper discussed three requisite skills, for librarian to function in the 21^st century, in marketing of library services and resources for optimal utilization. And these are categorized as Professional, Technical, & Personal …

Bringing Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion To The Student Research Journal, Amber Passey

School of Information Student Research Journal

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Reading Nation Waterfall, Anthony Chow

School of Information Student Research Journal

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Iot And Its Application In Library: A Review Of Emerging Trends, Shashidhara K. L

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The library activities are always oriented towards offering the best possible resources and services to its users. From time to time, technological advancements have benefited them in accomplishing their objectives effectively. The internet of things (IoT) has recently been predicted to be a technology that will benefit librarians in their endeavours. The purpose of this article is to review selected scholarly papers on IoT applications in libraries in order to demonstrate the potential of IoT applications in library activities, particularly in the academic environment. The paper discusses several elements of IoT applications in libraries and cautions readers about possible consequences. …

Curbing Plagiarism: Strategies Adopted By Librarians In Universities In The Age Of Ict In Nigeria, Vincent Chima Opara, Anthonia Chimamanda Eneh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the strategies for curbing plagiarism by librarians in universities in the age of Information and Communication Technology in Nigeria. . The population comprised librarians in Universities in Nigeria. However, a total number of 15 Universities took part in the study and a random sampling technique was used to select 89 respondents. A self-constructed online questionnaire was designed and distributed to collect the data from the respondents. Nevertheless, 75 online questionnaires were valid and used for analysis. The data was analysed using frequency of the simple percentages and mean scores. The result shows that librarians were aware …