THE IMPACT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) ON NIGERIA’S PUBLIC ACADEMIC LIBRARIES (A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF UYO)
- Project Research
- 1-5 Chapters
- Abstract : Available
- Table of Content: Available
- Reference Style: APA
- Recommended for : Student Researchers
- NGN 5000
ABSTRACT
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has brought unprecedented changes and transformation to academic libraries and information services. Taking into cognizance the recent trends in ICT and the Nigerian situation, this work elicits the impact of ICT in Nigerian public academic Libraries. The primary objectives were to ascertain the level of automation; to determine the usefulness of ICT resources; the effectiveness of ICT resources; the required skills in using ICT resources and the factors militating against the effective use of ICT. University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom state was used as case study. The survey research design was employed and the instrument used for data collection was the Questionnaire. Simple tables and percentages were used to analyze the data collected. The research work revealed that the University of Uyo Library is automated/computerized and that they apply Strategic Library Automation Management (SLAM); only three divisions of the libraries are computerized/automated which are Readers Services Division, Technical Services Division and Collection Development division; the major reason attached to the use of ICT resources was for information storage and retrieval; the ICT resources mostly used are CD-ROM, online database, World Wide Web and the Internet. The study also revealed that ICT has an enormous impact based on its effectiveness. Inadequate training and retraining of staff by management; inadequate funding, epileptic power supply and lack of search skills are the major factors militating against the effective use of ICT in Nigerian University libraries. Amongst others, inadequate funding, capacity building, regular power supply were recommended.
CHAPTER ONE
Related Project Materials
The Impact of Film Festivals on the Growth of Kannywood in Wukari Local Government Area, Taraba State
Chapter One: Introduction
An evaluation of teacher competency in digital tools for STEM education in Kumo LGA, Gombe State
Background of the Study
Teacher competency in digital tools has emerged as a critical factor in the successful delivery of...
A CRITICAL REVIEW OF TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT AND IMPACT ON CUSTOMER RETENTION AND SATISFACTION
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Total quality management is a company-wide management concept that focuses on continually improv...
Public Perception of Media Bias in Election Coverage in Yola North LGA, Adamawa State
Background of the Study
In democracies worldwide, the media plays a crucial role in shaping public perception of electio...
THE EFFECT OF ADVERTISEMENT ON THE DEMAND OF CONSUMERS GOODS: A CASE STUDY OF SEVEN UP BOTTLING COMPANY
Background Of The Study
Advertisement is the collective term for public announcement designed to promot...
An evaluation of the role of media in creating awareness about special education in Zaria LGA, Kaduna State.
Background of the Study
Media plays a crucial role in shaping public perceptions and influencing policy discourse, particularly in are...
An examination of asset allocation strategy innovations on boosting investment returns in banking: a case study of Keystone Bank
Background of the Study
In today’s dynamic financial markets, asset allocation plays a pivotal role...
An examination of the challenges of implementing Hausa language policies in rural schools
Background of the Study
In rural areas of Northern Nigeria, Hausa language policies are designed to preserve indigenous li...
Enhancing University Lecture Attendance Monitoring Using Facial Recognition Technology: A Case Study of Federal University, Kashere (Kashere LGA, Gombe State)
Background of the Study
Lecture attendance is a critical aspect of academic engagement, but it is often challenging to moni...
An Appraisal of the Role of Grassroots Organizations in Electoral Peacebuilding: A Case Study of Kano Municipal Local Government, Kano State
Background of the Study
Grassroots organizations play a pivotal role in fostering peace during elections, particularly i...
