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Growth Of Literature In “Information Literacy” Topic 2000-2021 Through Bibliometric Study., Amar Krishnaji Kulkarni, Rama Krushna Charan Patro Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Information literacy has been an emerging topic for many fields in recent years, and this paper aims to evaluate the field of information literacy in the context of Library and Information Science (LIS). The evaluation will be conducted by using bibliometrics and scientific visualization techniques. A total of 2288 articles were retrieved that are indexed under topic information Literacy on web of science (Science Citation Index, Social Science Citation Index & Arts & Humanities Citation Index) were identified in order to achieve this objective. Search using the term 'information literacy'. Unify and standardize the data to make reliable evaluations. Evaluate …

Awareness And Use Of Social Media: A Study Of Ict Students At Kwara State University, Nigeria, Abdrahman Atanda Moustapha

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The use of social networks among students at higher institutions has become popular and is widely celebrated amid criticism. This is because these social networks are changing the way people communicate, interact, and socialize. The purpose of this paper is to explore students' awareness and use of social media: a study of ICT students at Kwara State University, Nigeria. This study used a survey research method. The respondents were students’ faculty of information and communication technology, and the results reveal that the majority of respondents (91.4%) are familiar with social networks, have access to the Internet, and regularly use mobile …

Security Of Information Resources In Academic Libraries In Kwara State, Nigeria, Abdrahman Atanda Moustapha

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study was on the security of information resources in academic libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria. Academic libraries in Kwara State include both private and public institutions. The libraries were predominantly selected for academic purposes, such as Kwara State University, University of Ilorin, Al-Hikmah University, and Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin. Four research questions and four corresponding objectives of the study were framed. The case study design was approved for research. Targeted sampling was used to select 25 respondents from a pool of 115 professionals in all four academic libraries in Kwara State. Semi-structured interview guides were used to collect data …

Users' Perception And Utilization Of Serial Resources In The Academic Library, Kwara State University, Nigeria, Abdrahman Atanda Moustapha

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Investigative research, focused on users' perception and use of serial materials, was conducted in academic libraries at Kwara State University library, Nigeria. The study population consisted of users in the respective faculties. A stratified random sampling method was used to select the sample. A questionnaire dealing with users' perception and use of serial materials was conducted on 4500 users registered in the Kwara State University library. The collected data was analyzed mainly by frequency counts and simple percentages. Study results indicate that university users occasionally use serial materials. The majority of users are somewhat satisfied with the reference materials available …

Marketing Of Library And Information Product And Services: Study Of Special Libraries Of Karachi, Hafiz Muhammad Huzaifa, Naweed E. Sehar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Marketing and advertising are essential for expanding awareness of library product and services. Special libraries have an assortment of difficulties in marketing library and information product and services due to quickly changing media advancements, expanded user demands, competitions from other data sources like the web, and diminished library financial plan. The focal point of this study was on the promoting view of LIS Professionals working in Karachi's special libraries, likewise centered on marketing procedures for library and data items and services. The Research was restricted to Special libraries of Karachi. The study was directed utilizing a quantitative methodology and an …

Marketing Of Library Products And Services: A Theoretical Analysis, Shashikumar Hatti, Satishkumar Naikar, Sayed Ahemd Inamdar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The creation of libraries and information centres reflects the realization that marketing of information products and services is a crucial component of administration, particularly for readers' expected levels of satisfaction. Taking this into consideration, the study outlines all the procedures and tactics that may be used when selling information products and services. Additionally, it looks into the intent, viability, and actual application of Web 2.0 in the marketing and promotion of library resources and services. The idea of marketing does not come to mind when we think of library operations. But because of the literature's explosive expansion and the widespread …

Mentoring As A Tool For Re-Skilling The Academic Librarian In Ict Age, Chukwunaza N. Ekwelem Mr, Zikrat Abdulsalam, Emmanuel Abigeal Bimpe

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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Without doubt, the increase in ICT has proven a library to be a living and growing organism. Coping with technology changes are the principal driving forces of the emerging information age librarian and it seems most librarians are less equipped through formal training for the technological demand in library services. The study investigated the use of mentoring as a tool for re-skilling the academic librarian in the ICT age. Descriptive survey was adopted for the study and total enumeration was used for the sample as all the librarians in the university were used for the study. The questionnaire was …

User Perception Of The Effectiveness Of Open Access Resources In Academic And Professional Achievements, Eness Munzya Miyanda-Chitumbo Dr., Thomas Van Der Walt Prof., Magdalene Simalalo Dr., Pailet Chewe Mr., Zachary Zulu Mr., Inonge Milupi Dr., Mercy Monde Wamunyima Mrs.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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This study examined the University of Zambia students and researchers’ perception of the relevance of open access resources in their academic and professional work.The investigation was based on continued problem of low usage of online resources provided by the University of Zambia Library to support learning, teaching and research in the University. The study used a mixed-methods approach and took a case study-mixed methods design to investigate the research problem.

Findings:The study revealed that although the overall results showed an average level of awareness and low usage of the open access resources among students and researchers, …

Perception Of The Users Of The Dhanvantri Library Of University Of Jammu Regarding The E-Learning In The Current Time Of Pandemic: A Case Study, Meghabat Singh, Avinash Singh Charak

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The paper highlights the perception of the users of the Dhanvantri library of the University of Jammu regarding e-learning in the current time of the pandemic. The role of e-learning is to extend learning effectively in addition to the technological tools and devices to the existing learning. A total of 278 respondents responded with complete information regarding the survey. The majority of (56.47%) of the respondents were male and most of the respondents were between age group 26-29 years. Most of the students were moderately interested in the online classes. Laptops and Tablet are the most used devices for attending …

The Role Of Academic Libraries In Restoring Quality Teaching And Learning In Education For Sustainable Development In Nigeria, Muhammad Kabir Abubakar

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The quality of teaching and learning is the key to sustainable development. This has inspired innumerable educational stakeholders to search for means of restoring quality teaching and learning in Nigeria’s education system. To accomplish this, significant epistemological efforts have been made over the years on teaching methods/models, student learning styles, and curriculum content reforms. However, the role of academic libraries has not been given any significant consideration. It is, therefore, the conviction of this paper that sustainable development depends profoundly on the availability of information provided and accessed through a well-managed library for effective teaching, learning, and research. So, using …

An Appraisal Of Traditional And Modern Methods Of Security Of Information Resources In Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Library, Chibueze Norbert Onwuekwe

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

ABSTRACT

This study carried out an appraisal of traditional and modern methods of security of information resources in Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Library. The population of the study consists of 51 library staff, and sample size of the study was 44 library staff which was selected randomly using simple random sample techniques. Three research questions were formulated to guide this study. Data was collected using the questionnaire, and was analysed with descriptive statistics such as mean, and simple percentage. The study revealed that the traditional method of security of information resources used in Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University library includes: Security …

Effect Of Edutainment Videos On Literacy Skills Acquisition Among Preschool Children. Implications For Updating Children's Audio-Visual Library, Akobi Thomas Ogbeche Dr, Chinedu Ifedi Okeke Prof.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The need for the use of edutainment videos in the teaching and learning of preschool children cannot be overstated. This study therefore examined the effect of edutainment videos on literacy skills acquisition among preschool children. Implication for updating children’s audio-visual library. Two research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted the non-equivalent pretest posttest quasi-experimental research design. The study population comprised all the nursery three preschool children in Nsukka LGA for the 2021/2022 academic year. A sample of 95 preschool children drawn through judgmental sampling technique were studied. The Literacy Skills Acquisition Test (LSAT) was the instrument …

Computer Skills As Correlates Of Use Of Online Information Resources By Library And Information Science Undergraduates Of University Of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria., Nelson Onyeka Nwabueze, Adaora Joy Udo-Anyanwu Ph.D, Nneka Eugenia Okore

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

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The study focused on computer skills as correlates of use of online information resources by Library and Information Science undergraduates of University of Benin, Edo State. The study was guided by three research questions and two null hypotheses. A correlation research design was adopted for study. A census study technique was adopted to cover the entire population of 273 Library and Information Science undergraduates of University of Benin, Edo State. A rating scale titled “Students’ Computer Skills and Use of Online Information Resources” (SCSUOIR) was used as data collection instrument. The data collected were analyzed using mean and standard …

Toward A New Approach To Information Science: Intertextuality, Narges Neshat

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Intertextuality is the meaning of the text that is formed by other texts. It means the formation of a new text based on contemporary or previous texts, so that the new text is a compact of a number of texts, the border between which is blurred, and its structure is renewed in a new way, so that nothing is left of the previous texts except its substance, and its essence is in the new text is hidden and only experts can recognize it. No text can be understood on its own without relying on other texts, because it is impossible …

Awareness Of Social Media Privacy & Security: A Study Among Engineering Students In Spsr Nellore Dist., A.P., Nagaraju Kuppugari

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This paper presents the results of a study conducted on the engineering student’s awareness of social media privacy and security issues. For this purpose, the survey method was adopted and a questionnaire was administered among the engineering students. The results revealed that majority of the respondents (60.8 percent) are reading the privacy policies on social media Majority of the respondents (76.31 percent) are avoiding friend requests from unknown persons. The study recommends that the users of social media should not assume that all privacy policies are identical; they vary from one platform to another; also, they do not provide sufficient …

Involvement Of Library Personnel In The Application Of Information And Communication Technologies In Academic Libraries In Bayelsa And Delta States, Onoriode Kelvin Oghenovo Mr, Iwhiwhu Enemute Basil Dr

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research was carried out to survey the involvement of library personnel in the application of information and communication technologies in academic libraries in Bayelsa and Delta States. The descriptive survey design was the research method adopted for the study where 198 questionnaires were retrieved and used for analysis. It was found out from the study library personnel in academic libraries in Bayelsa and Delta States were not highly involved in ICT application process. It is recommended that library personnel in academic libraries in Bayelsa and Delta States be carried along and be involved in the ICT application and implementation …

The Impact Of Selection And Acquisition Of Library Retrieval Tools In Benue State University Library: The Challenges And Prospects On Academic Performance Of Undergraduate Students., Gabriel Keghtor Ubwa, Doris Teerkimbi Ubwa, Kate Agbo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined Selection and acquisition of library retrieval tools in Benue State University library: The challenges and prospects on academic performance of undergraduate Students. Six research questions guided the study. A survey design was adopted in carrying out the study. The total population for this study was (1,050) one thousand and fifty students and librarians put together. The major instrument for data collection was questionnaire. 10% of the population, one hundred and five (105) was sampled using the questionnaires and all the copies were returned. Data was analyzed using frequency tables, mean scores and standard deviation. From the …

The Role Of Law Librarians In Knowledge Based Society; Nigerian Perspective, Ayomide Joy Lala, Okuonghae Nosakhare

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

The term knowledge society depicts societies having a strong reliance on the use of knowledge in varied forms, discovered through technological or scientific research. The explosion of information resources characterized by the information age has contributed significantly to the competitive advantage among nations, companies and societies through the skillful application of knowledge. A major attribute of the knowledge society is the prominent attention given to education, research and development(R&D) for the purpose of scaling up the human capital resources needed to proffer effective solutions to problems. In this regard, the focus of stakeholders is to ensure continuous networking between …

Investigating Perceived Digital Literacy Skills Of Master Students: A Case Study At The University Of Social Welfare And Rehabilitation Sciences, Fahimeh Baghernejad-Javid, Saeideh Valizadeh-Haghi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Introduction: Researchers and students, who play an essential role in promoting education and research, must inevitably use various information sources to obtain information in order to meet their information needs. However, to use digital resources, they need the ability to use digital technology, referred to as "digital literacy".

Objectives: This research aimed to examine the digital information behaviour and digital literacy of master's students at the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences. On this basis, it will be possible to determine web users' level of expertise and knowledge in utilizing the information available on the web. By determining …

An Examination Of Peer Group Influence And Gender As Correlates Of Library And Information Science Students’ Attitude Towards Examination Malpractice: Implication For The Development Of Students, Emmanuel Chidiadi Onwubiko

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Examination malpractice has become a global cankerworm that has eaten so deep into our educational system and posing a serious threat to total development of students in our educational system. In search of solution to this anti-educational behavior, experts have attributed it to many factors including peer influence on the assumption that birds of a feather flock together and on the axiom; ‘show me your friends and I will tell you who you are’. This study therefore examined the peer group influence and gender as correlates of Library and Information Science students’ attitude towards examination malpractice and it implication for …

Community Library Services Delivery And Adult Library Education For The Aged In Rural Communities In Nigeria, Adizetu A. Ali Dr, Emmanuel Chukwudi Ihekwoaba Phd, Chioma C. Onoh

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the provision of community library services and adult literacy education for aged people living in rural communities in Nigeria. Public services librarians are in charge of overseeing the library's programs and services geared toward the aged. The researchers adopted a conceptual framework for the study to determine the literacy objectives and the significance of the topic for people of advanced age who live in rural communities. The challenges encountered by librarians in providing library services to the aged were discussed. The paper discussed how to help aged people in Nigeria who live in rural areas learn to …

Selective And Effective Strategic Collection Development Approach In Universities Libraries, Dr. Muhammad Tufail Khan, Sadaf Rafiq, Awais Rafiq

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: University libraries playing pivotal role in developing and delivering education among university community by providing authentic information resources in terms of books, magazines, academic research journals etc. Collection development policies adopted to select and purchase the library print and electronic resources which worked as a guide for decision making. The purpose of this study is to propose the collection development policy which will help the acquisition librarians in selecting, evaluating and purchasing the materials for academic/universities libraries.

Methodology: The trends of collection development practices were identified through the intensive literature review. Then, the university libraries of Lahore were personally …

The Culture Of Reading: The Benefits, The Role Of Libraries, And The Challenges In The 21st Century, Usman Abdulsalam

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

In Nigerian society, the serious drawback of reading culture is becoming more and more common. This paper discusses the culture of reading: the benefits, the role of libraries, and the challenges in the twenty-first century. World Book Day is a day to celebrate reading around the world. One searches for solutions to problems. The role of the library when it comes to this cannot be overemphasized. Promote the culture of reading as it provides various services to information users. Libraries' roles in promoting a reading culture have included offering a favorable setting and resources that deliver information that is more …

Practices In Library Staff Development: A Study Of Private Universities Libraries In Nigeria, Omobolanle Seri Fasola

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research investigated the various staff development practices that lead to capacity building of library staff in private university libraries in Oyo state, Nigeria (Ajayi Crowther University, Lead City University, Precious Cornerstone University, Atiba University, Kola Daisi University and Dominion University). The survey research method was used for the study and the instrument used was the questionnaire comprising of questions drawn up in line with the research objectives. The population of the study comprised of all library staff in the six (6) selected private university libraries (62 in number). Data collected was analysed using percentage and SPSS. The findings of …

Digital Repository For Public Archives: The Public Records And Archives Administration Department Of Ghana In Focus, Angela Berkoh Angela Berkoh, Harry Akussah Akussah, Noah Darko-Adjei

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

There is increased growth of digital repositories the world over. Many libraries, academic institutions, governmental and archival institutions are establishing and implementing institutional repositories. In Ghana, despite the growth of institutional repositories in some of the universities, the Public Records and Archives Administration Department (PRAAD), which holds the country’s cultural heritage and history still, manages manual records. Day in and day out archives in their custody deteriorate due to frequent handling and the bad state in which the repositories are. There are no backups for the documents, thus, the archives that deteriorate beyond repairs are completely lost to future generations. …

Availability And Influence Of Electronic Resources Usage On Job Satisfaction Among Publishing Staff In South-West Nigeria., Babafemi Richard Adebayo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study established the extent to which first generation publishing houses in South-west Nigeria have integrated modern electronic resources into the industry. Further, it investigated the degree of usage of electronic resources among the two major production staff in publishing houses. It also correlated the availability of electronic resources with job satisfaction among the staff. The outcome of the study revealed that the level of electronic resources availability was rated high at 130(86.7%) and 118(78.7%) through internet access and search engines respectively. It also revealed that the level of e-information use by staff in publishing firms is rated high at …

Lam-Related Research Funded Under Spain’S National Research Agenda (2010 – 2020), Ana R. Pacios, Sara Martínez Cardama

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study analysed and contextualised research on LAMs (acronym for libraries, archives and museums) funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation under competitive calls for projects from 2010 to 2020. The ultimate intention was to verify the existence or otherwise of a national research agenda on these cultural institutions. The initial search and location of Spanish Ministry-funded projects in official sources was followed by data processing and grouping by subject category. A total of 145 projects were analysed. The results showed LAM projects to be scant in number, highly varied in terms of subject matter, poorly funded, widely …

The Existence And Innovation Of Library In Supporting Online Learning At New Normal Covid-19, Lolytasari Lolytasari, Fadhilatul Hamdani

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research discusses the existence and innovation of libraries in online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. Online learning is carried out by utilizing technology as a means of connecting educators and students. Libraries as a place to provide sources of information to support the learning process must always improve themselves to show the best and be prepared to keep up with the times. The transformation of library management to digital must be given priority, so that libraries can exist in the midst of a pandemic. Library support in teaching and learning activities is very important, especially in fulfilling the information …

Organizational Knowledge Management Practices For Better Library And Information Services, P K Tripathy

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

Library and Information unit of any organization, as profession within profession, runs independently, is managed separately, and serves information universally. Its management is unique and universal, which forms its identity although attached to any organization. The entire process of management of library goes parallel to the management of the parent organization, but not conflicting with it. Library receives information from the organization and contributes knowledge to the organization for its better services and products. The library management unit has to act independently, think separately, show effectiveness, and manage the unit as a small organization within a large organization.

Organizational …

Use Of Electronic Information Resources By Postgraduate Students Of Faculty Of Education In Imo State University, Owerri Library, Linda Ijeoma Uwandu

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study examined the use of electronic information resources by postgraduate students of Faculty of Education in Imo State University, Owerri Library. Four research questions guided the study. Survey research design was adopted in carrying out this study. The population of the study is 181 postgraduate students of Faculty of Education in Imo State University, Owerri. The sample for the study was 181 postgraduate students. Using census sampling technique, the entire population was adopted as sample for the study. Online questionnaire was used to collect data for this study and was rated using the four-point scale. A total of 135 …