Provision And Utilization Of Information Resources And Services In Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Library, Kaduna

Haruna, Isyaku Uba; Oyelekan, GO

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“…Library can be said to be an institutional tool used to emblaze teaching, learning and research in any institution. Haruna and Oyelekan (2010) opined that "academic libraries are meant to enhance access to variety of information resources and range of services. The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in library in the 1960s did not only add flavour in library activities such as shelving, arrangements, easy assessment etc.…”

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Use of Ict Based Library Resource and Services in Constituent First Grade Colleges Affiliated to University of Mysore: Study

Chikkamanju

Ambika

Ali

2016

Int. J. Res. Granthaalayah

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The study investigated the ICT based library and Information services in Constituent First Grade Colleges affiliated to University of Mysore .The present study demonstrates and elaborates the primary way to learn about ICTs, the purpose of using ICT enabled library services, to assess to what extent users are utilized ICT based library services and facilities, various aspects of Internet usage, favourite search engines, NLIST resources and services Suggestions have been given to make the service more beneficial in the library users. The aims were to examine impacts of ICT on motivation and related issues such as learning outcomes, behaviour, and attendance and to quantify any impacts where possible. The study also set out to consider the ways in which ICT can best be used by under graduate students to enhance motivational impacts for pupils, especially for those disaffected with traditional forms of learning. The present study aims to examine the ICT based library and Information services in Constituent First Grade Colleges affiliated to University of Mysore. The questionnaire method was adopted for the present study to collect the necessary data, keeping in view the objectives of the study. Total 236 questionnaires were distributed and 163 filled in questionnaires were collected back. The rate of response of 69.06 %. The collected data has been analysed using appropriate statistical techniques with SPSS such as chi-square test, mean and standard deviation for the analysis. The majority mean value of 3.28 SD being 1.66 I read e-Books of respondents110(67.48%) of students opine as ‘Excellent’, with a mean value of 1.59 and SD being 1.00. for Preferred search engine 20(12.26%) respondents use ‘Annual Reviews’ Use of N-List resources and Services From the analysis, it showed that our colleges should always embark on strategies towards adding more value to their ICT based library services. ICT based library services awareness program should be rendered to the graduate students at the very point of enrolment into the graduate studies for this will help the students to - wards understanding the need of utilizing the library properly and also appreciate technology more in their lives.

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Use of Ict Based Library Resource and Services in Constituent First Grade Colleges Affiliated to University of Mysore: Study

Chikkamanju

Ambika

Ali

2016

Int. J. Res. Granthaalayah

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Library Resources and Functional Effectiveness of an Academic Library: Meeting the Challenges of the Digital Age

Corpuz

2020

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Purpose of the study: The study evaluated the strengths and weaknesses of a library system in a state-owned university to ensure that the information needs and services of clients are adequate. It looked into the available resources and required facilities to assess changes and improvement. Likewise, the functional effectiveness of the academic library was also determined. Methodology: The study used a descriptive survey method to describe available library resources and the extent of the functional effectiveness of academic library services of the Nueva Vizcaya State University (NVSU) Philippines. The 175 respondents came from the most frequent library users. This study utilized the purposive sampling technique. Descriptive statistics were used to determine the adequacy and functional effectiveness of the library. Result: The result revealed that the library services surpassed the minimum requirements on holdings and Filipiniana collection, but did not meet the required library collection published within the last five years. Periodicals needed to increase subscriptions and ICT required improvement. Librarians are qualified to manage the library. The respondents perceived the functional effectiveness of library services to be useful and very effective. Novelty/Originality of this study: This research study gives an empirical data as bases on the provision of Sustainable Development Plan to cater to the nature of users in the digital age with the consideration to balance the physical and virtual resources. Practical implications: This paper will be most helpful to academic libraries to continually revisit the resources and services to be responsive to the vision and vision of the university, demand for curriculum change, and research endeavour.

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Provision And Utilization Of Information Resources And Services In Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Library, Kaduna

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Use of Ict Based Library Resource and Services in Constituent First Grade Colleges Affiliated to University of Mysore: Study

Use of Ict Based Library Resource and Services in Constituent First Grade Colleges Affiliated to University of Mysore: Study

Library Resources and Functional Effectiveness of an Academic Library: Meeting the Challenges of the Digital Age

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