Availability and Use of Information Technologies in
Nigerian University Libraries

Abifarin, Fasola Petunola

doi:10.1108/00242539310043527

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“…These findings agree with those of Abifarin (1993), Lancaster and Sandore (1997), Kumar (1987) and Haravu (1993).…”

Section: It In Indian University Librariessupporting

confidence: 95%

Impact of using information technology in central university libraries in India

Peyala

2011

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Purpose -The purpose of this article is to present the results of a research study conducted to assess the perceptions and opinions of 100 staff working in libraries on the impact of using IT on library housekeeping operations and information services, in eight central university libraries in India. Design/methodology/approach -Data gathering tools used include questionnaire, observation and informal interviews with selected library professionals. Findings -Iinformation technology had a tremendous impact on the efficiency of library operations and the delivery of information services. Use of IT has facilitated networking and resource sharing, eliminated duplication of effort, improved the speed of operations, increased access to information resources and improved the quality of information services. IntroductionRapid advances in IT have brought revolutionary changes in society and the impact of these changes is pervasive and affects all the spheres of human activities and institutions including libraries. Since the 1960s, libraries worldwide have been exploring new technologies as a means of providing better and faster access to the vast array of information resources and providing efficient information services to their users. Recent advances in IT have not only increased tremendously the ability to access, store and process information within the library but also have brought significant changes in the concept, organisation, functioning and management of library and information systems.Libraries have been using IT to computerise a wide range of administrative and technical processes, build databases, develop networks and provide innovative and intelligent information services. The widespread use of IT in libraries has created a profound impact on library operations, information resources, information services, and staff competences and expectations of users. This paper presents the results of a research study conducted in eight central university (CU) libraries to assess the perceptions of library staff and their opinions on the impact of using IT on library housekeeping operations and information services.

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“…These findings agree with those of Abifarin (1993), Lancaster and Sandore (1997), Kumar (1987) and Haravu (1993).…”

Section: It In Indian University Librariessupporting

confidence: 95%

Impact of using information technology in central university libraries in India

Peyala

2011

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“…It is hoped that the present study has contributed to the field of DL management especially in developing countries like Iran. According to Igwe (1986) and Abifarin (1993), in Nigeria, the major limitation for establishing DLs are financial sources and lack of required equipment, while the most important difficulties from the librarians' perspective in the present study are lack of enough equipment and untrained personnel and a lack of sufficient training programmes. The skills identified in the literature review should be acquired by all library and information professionals, as this is the most effective way to solve the above problem.…”

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Perceptions of library staff regarding challenges of developing digital libraries

Mohsenzadeh

Isfandyari‐Moghaddam

2011

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Purpose -The present research aims to identify the difficulties and obstacles for developing digital libraries in the seven regional branches of Islamic Azad University (IAU), Iran, and to study the status of librarians' skills and education programmes at these institutions. Design/methodology/approach -The 40 individuals working in the regional branch libraries of IAU were surveyed by a questionnaire consisting of 34 questions, and the collected data were analysed using SPSS software (version 16). Findings -It was found that the most important difficulties are the lack of suitable equipment and untrained personnel (i.e. a lack of sufficient training programmes). Research limitations/implications -Because of the small number of participants, it is suggested that a larger scale study is carried out. It is also proposed that the suggestions made by the participants will be considered and implemented, based on the digital library (DL) developments in academic libraries in different countries. Practical implications -It is expected that with improved library management, and the solving of the problems highlighted, through suitable training programmes, librarians will contribute more actively and effectively in establishing and managing DLs in the surveyed libraries. Originality/value -This research can contribute to existing knowledge in the areas of information technology and digital library management, especially in academic arenas. The paper helps librarians do their best in the new environments.

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“…The mere availability of IT in itself is insufficient, unless the devices are put to use for solving the problems of the work environment (Abifarin, 1993). To reveal the present use of IT and the period the IT had been in use, the respondents were provided with a checklist where they were to tick available ITs and the time they were in use.…”

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Level of information technology application in Iranian university libraries

Davarpanah

2001

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The paper examines the level of information technology (IT) application in university libraries in Iran. As a background, an attempt was made to present current status of IT application in the libraries. In this study the whole population of 79 university libraries under the jurisdiction of two ministries: Culture and Higher Education (MCHE) and Health, Treatment and Medical Education (HTME), was surveyed. The significant difference between the level of IT application in two library groups, i.e. MCHE and HTME, and the relationship between the level of IT application and the number of computers in use and the annual expenditure on IT, have also been discussed. The paper concluded that the automation of Iranian university libraries is a continuous exercise.

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Availability and Use of Information Technologies in Nigerian University Libraries

Abstract: Reports a questionnaire survey which identifies information technology presently available within Nigerian University Libraries. The survey also examines the use of IT and benefits derived from it. Discusses constraints on availability and use of IT in Nigerian University Libraries.

Cited by 10 publications

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Impact of using information technology in central university libraries in India

Impact of using information technology in central university libraries in India

Perceptions of library staff regarding challenges of developing digital libraries

Level of information technology application in Iranian university libraries

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