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- ItemOpen AccessDigital inclusion for visually impaired students through assistive technologies in academic libraries(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2020) Alabi, A.O.; Mutula, S.M.The purpose of this paper is to determine the state-of-the-art assistive technologies (ATs) developed for people living with visual disability and those that are used in academic libraries around the world as a way of proffering solution to the challenges faced by visually impaired students in accessing information.
- ItemOpen AccessImpact of Information Communication Technologies (ICTS) on Reference Services: Case Study of Selected Academic libraries in South-West, Nigeria(Nigerian Library Association, 2008) Ukachi, N.BThis research aimed to ascertain the impact of Information Communication Technologies (lCTs) application to reference services in academic libraries. In doing this, survey method of investigation was adopted using Simple Stratified Random Sampling Technique. Questionnaires and observations were used as instruments to collect data. Data collected was analyzed using tables, frequency, and percentages. Standard and mean deviations were used to obtain overall average scores. Pearson's Product Moment (PPM) correlation coefficient was also used to show variable relationships. The result after identifying the extent of reference services received with the aid ofICTs in the libraries studied revealed that OPAC, Internet, CD-ROM. On-line searches, etc influence quicker and easier retrieval of up-to-date information. It concluded that lCTs generally influences effective reference services
- ItemOpen AccessInformation Service Delivery (ISD) in Academic Libraries: Discovering New Ways of Satisfying the Information Needs of Library Users(Indian Journals.com, 2012-02-27) Alabi, A.O; Nduka, S.C; Olatise, O.MAcademic libraries are at the forefront of providing information services to their respective communities in order to support their teaching, learning and research needs. Although most university libraries in Africa also extend their services to users from outside the university community. Effective delivery of information services that meet the needs and aspirations of citizens, decision-makers and life-long learners is a long standing goal of the information profession. The role of librarians is to support, enrich and provide superb services – in person and online. This study, therefore, investigates the information service delivery methods available in academic libraries in Nigeria, the strategies in place and new ones that could be developed. Survey research design was adopted for the study with questionnaire as the research instrument. 24 librarians were randomly chosen from thirteen institutions in Southwestern Nigeria to constitute the sample size. Data obtained were statistically analyzed using descriptive statistics. The study showed that the use of Booklets or Library Guides, Face to face delivery method and regular hands on training for library users are strategies used for information service delivery to their users. Based on this finding, a case was made for new strategies that academic libraries can utilize for effective information service delivery.
- ItemOpen AccessInterlending & Document Supply Emerald Article: Resource Sharing Challenges and Prospects in Nigerian University Libraries(Emerald Group Publishing, 2012) Anasi, S.M; Ali, HPurpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the barriers to effective resource sharing among academic libraries in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach – Professional librarians from six randomly selected federal university libraries representing the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria were surveyed using a descriptive survey research design. Questionnaires were sent to 124 librarians; 85 were returned and found to be usable, for a response rate of 68.5 per cent. Findings – The study revealed that the prospect for resource sharing among university libraries in Nigeria is high. However, factors that hinder effective resource sharing include inadequate funding, a dearth of skilled librarians, power outages, an absence of web-accessible OPACs, uneven development of libraries, and slow progress of library automation. It is recommended that each university library have a specific annual budget allocation for ICT development and maintenance and for training of librarians to pilot resource sharing projects. Originality/value – This paper presents resource-sharing challenges facing academic libraries in Nigeria. It encourages information professionals to embark on capacity building for effective resource sharing. This paper was prepared for the 12th Interlending and Document Supply Conference, held in September 2011.
- ItemOpen AccessQuality Management Approaches in Academic Libraries: a Pilot Study of a Nigerian University Library(ISAST, 2015-05-01) Egberongbe, H.S; Sen, Barbara; Willett, PThe paper reports the findings of a pilot case study in a university library in South-West Nigeria. The study was carried out to investigate the library’s quality management approaches and which formed part of a larger project to recommend a common model of quality management for academic libraries in this region. The study involved a semi-structured interview with the university librarian, a focus group involving lower management staff, and documentary analysis. It was found that while the concepts of quality and of quality management were generally understood, there were obvious problems in areas such as customer service and performance measurement.