Use of E-resources by the Students and Researchers of Faculty of Arts, Annamalai University

Yong, Rao; Choudhury, B.K.

doi:10.5923/j.library.20120101.01

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“…The findings above are in consonance with the work of Tella, Ayeni & Omoba (2007) who affirmed that electronic information resources promote scholarship. Similarly, the findings are also in line with the work of Thanuskodi (2012), who reported that students use EIR for various purposes which include writing papers, research and updating knowledge amongst others.…”

Section: Research Question 1: What Are the Types Of Electronic Informsupporting

confidence: 89%

“…Achonna (2008) carried out a study on awareness, access and usage of E-journal by the students of College of Technology, Yaba, Nigeria and found that the use of e-journal resources was low among the students. In a related study on use of electronic information resources among the students and researchers of Faculty of Arts by Thanuskodi (2012), it was revealed that majority of the respondents used electronic resources for various purposes such as writing papers, studying, research purpose, updating knowledge and for examination. In a separate study in Ghana, Akuffo (2019) and Ankrah & Acheampong (2017) revealed that students use electronic resources for research and assignments.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Awareness and Use of Electronic Information Resources by Students of College of Health Sciences in Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria

Osinulu¹

2020

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The study examined awareness and use of electronic Information Resources (EIR) among students in College of Health Sciences, Sagamu, Nigeria. The objectives were to establish types of resources available, determine level of awareness, extent of the use of e-resources and problems faced. Descriptive survey design with real-time observation method was used to collect data using a structured questionnaire. The population comprised 2000 students in the College while purposive sampling technique was used to select a sample of 200 registered library users for the 2019/2020 academic session. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that majority of the students were not aware of available EIR. It also revealed low frequent usage. The finding indicated that few respondents used EIR for academic purposes. However, inadequate computers, irregular power supply and slow internet speed were identified as major constraints using EIR. Upgrade of infrastructure, adoption of appropriate social media tools to promote awareness and collaborative effort by librarians and faculty members to train students the use of specialized databases were recommended. Keywords: Electronic information resources, awareness, use, Undergraduates, students, health sciences

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Section: Research Question 1: What Are the Types Of Electronic Informsupporting

confidence: 89%

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Awareness and Use of Electronic Information Resources by Students of College of Health Sciences in Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria

Osinulu¹

2020

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“…He discovered that although awareness and use of e-journals were high, accessibility was poor due to slow network and regular power cuts. Other studies, such as Dhanavandan and Esmail (2012) and Thanuskodi (2012), also reported high levels of awareness of e-resources. Kumar and Kumar (2010) investigated the perception and use of Indian academics of e-resources and found that the majority of participants used them in their academic work and that many of the students and faculty had learned about e-resources by trial and error or through the advice of friends.…”

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confidence: 75%

Use of electronic resources by law academics: a case study from the University of Namibia

Leonard

Hamutumwa

Mnubi-Mchombu

2020

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the use of e-resources by the Faculty of Law’s academic staff at the University of Namibia’s (UNAM’s) main campus. The study aimed to determine their level of awareness of electronic resources (e-resources) available to them, how useful and effective they found these e-resources, and the challenges they face in accessing them. Design/methodology/approach A convenient sampling technique was used to select a sample of 12 law academics from the population of 17. The study used both qualitative and quantitative research methods using questionnaires and a semi-structured interview guide. Findings Findings revealed that the majority of the law academics were aware of the e-resources subscribed by UNAM’s library, although some were not aware of the newly subscribed international law databases. The findings further revealed that the academics used e-resources for research, publications and teaching purposes, but irregular training, bandwidth problems and limited searching skills hindered their use of e-resources. Practical implications Findings could be used to inform future collection-development decisions, realignment of information-literacy training and promotion and marketing of library services. Originality/value This study has made a significant contribution in the understanding the use of electronic legal resources by law academics at UNAM. The findings and recommendations could also benefit similar academic institutions in developing countries like Namibia.

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“…Similarly, Egberongbe’s (2011) study showed that the lecturers and research scholars at the University of Lagos made good use of e-resources, to the point of being dependent on e-resources to obtain the relevant information sought. Furthermore, Friedlander (2002), Tenopir (2003) and Thanuskodi (2012) reported that the majority of students and researchers in their studies preferred to use electronic information resources.…”

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confidence: 99%

Factors affecting the information-seeking behaviour of postgraduate students at the University of South Africa Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre

Desta

Preez

Ngulube

2017

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The purpose of this study was to investigate some of the factors affecting the information-seeking behaviour of postgraduate students registered at the University of South Africa (Unisa) as represented by its Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre, with particular emphasis on their use of electronic information resources. A qualitative case study approach was adopted. In semi-structured interviews, eight conveniently selected postgraduate students shared their information-seeking experiences. The data was analysed thematically. The findings identified contextual and personal factors which gave rise to the respondents’ information needs and in turn prompted information activities such as information seeking. Of these, a lack of ICT infrastructure, frequent interruptions in electricity supply, old computers and the location of the Akaki Branch Library proved to be the main factors affecting postgraduate students’ electronic information-seeking behaviour. The findings showed the effect that inadequate facilities have on postgraduate students’ information behaviour.

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Use of E-resources by the Students and Researchers of Faculty of Arts, Annamalai University

Cited by 22 publications

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Awareness and Use of Electronic Information Resources by Students of College of Health Sciences in Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria

Awareness and Use of Electronic Information Resources by Students of College of Health Sciences in Olabisi Onabanjo University, Nigeria

Use of electronic resources by law academics: a case study from the University of Namibia

Factors affecting the information-seeking behaviour of postgraduate students at the University of South Africa Ethiopia Regional Learning Centre

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