1. A CRITICAL STUDY ON THE MARKETING OF LIBRARY SERVICES IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA
Background to the Study
Libraries are a country's knowledge and information basis. A library gathers, organizes, and makes information resources available to people of various ages, backgrounds, and interests. According to Islam (2004), a library is...
2. UTILIZATION OF REFERENCE RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE FOR EFFECTIVE RESEARCH IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN ENUGU STATE
Background of the Study
University libraries are important sources of reference materials for high-quality teaching, learning, and research. Indexing and abstracting services in print and electronic media make reference materials available and accessib...
3. AN ASSESSMENT OF THE DIFFICULTIES IN THE TRAINING AND EDUCATION OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE STUDENTS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Training and education in library and information science (LIS) play an important role in producing high-quality LIS students who have a unique position in national growth. LIS students act as information gatekeepers and brokers, wh...
4. AN EVALUATION OF ALTERNATIVE FINANCING OF PUBLIC LIBRARIES
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
A library is a learning institution with treasures of knowledge that are maintained, organized, and managed by trained personnel with the goal of continuously educating children, men, and women and assisting in their self-improvemen...
5. THE CHALLENGES OF ACQUISITION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS AND SERVICES TO THE USERS IN LAW LIBRARY IN EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY
Background of the study
Acquisition of information resources otherwise known as Collection Development is a core activity of libraries the world over. In the academic library, the acquisition section performs the variety of function and it is the chief...
6. THE EFFECT OF BUDGETING SHIFT ON ELECTRONIC ACCESSIBILITY IN A LIBRARY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
This paper focuses on the effect of budgeting shift on electronic accessibility in a library, including requirements or considerations when budgeting, technical services in a consortium, and best practices in budgeting.
7. THE EFFECT OF BUDGETING SHIFT ON ELECTRONIC ACCESSIBILITY IN A LIBRARY
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
This paper focuses on the effect of budgeting shift on electronic accessibility in a library, including requirements or considerations when budgeting, technical services in a consortium, and best practices in budgeting.
8. THE CHALLENGES OF ACQUISITION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS AND SERVICES TO THE USERS IN LAW LIBRARY IN EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY
EXCERPT FROM THE STUDY
Acquisition is a very important aspect of librarianship since the strength of a library’s collection solely depends on the information resources acquired. The acquisition librarians therefore have a tremendous role to play in maintaining a g...
9. A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE WAYS OF GENERATING INCOME IN NIGERIAN LIBRARIES
Background to the study
Generally, sufficient funding is needed for effective library and information service delivery; also while responding to the opportunities of digital revolution, the library faces renewed and intensified period of financial strin...
10. AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE VARIABLES CONTRIBUTING TO WOMEN’S EFFECTIVE PARTICIPATION IN ADULT EDUCATION IN NIGERIA
Background of the study
The central tenet of the Nigerian educational system is the development of the whole person into a responsible and productive member of society. This is accomplished through the acquisition of the appropriate knowledge, mental and physical capabi...
11. EVALUATION OF CONSTRAINTS IN THE TRAINING AND EDUCATION OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE STUDENTS IN NIGERIA
BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Training and education in library and information science (LIS) play a vital role in the generation of high-quality LIS students, who hold a special place in the progression of a nation's overall infrastructure. Students...
12. MARKETING OF LIBRARY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES AND ITS CHALLENGES TO PROFESSIONALS
Background of the study
Academic libraries are transforming in the new information age as a result of quickly changing media technologies, increased user tastes and expectations, competition from other information sources such as the internet, and shrin...
13. COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF DIGITAL LITERACY SKILLS AMONG LIBRARIANS AT SA'ADU ZUNGUR UNIVERSITY GADAU AND ABU ALI LIBRARY COMPLEX AMINU SALEH COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Background of the Study
The rapid advancement in information and communication technologies (ICT) has transformed various sectors, including education, research, and information management. Libraries, as knowledge hubs, are increasingly reliant on digit...
14. An assessment of school library services in promoting inclusive education in Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State
Background of the study
Inclusive education ensures that students of all abilities and backgrounds learn together in mainstream classrooms, supported by tailored resources and teaching strategies (UNESCO, 2023). School libraries play a vital role by providing diverse mater...
15. THE EFFECT OF EMBEDDED LIBRARIANSHIP ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AMONG STUDENTS IN ADEYEMI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, ONDO, ONDO STATE
Background of the Study
Embedded librarianship integrates librarians into academic courses and research teams, fostering proactive information support through co‐teaching, online module contributions, and personalized consultations (Walker & Aina, 2023). At Adeyemi Col...
16. THE EFFECT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DRIVEN CATALOGING ON SPECIAL LIBRARIANSHIP IN OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY, ILE IFE, OSUN STATE
Background of the Study
Artificial intelligence (AI)‑driven cataloging leverages machine learning algorithms and natural language processing to automate subject analysis, metadata generation, and classification (Nguyen & Afolabi, 2023). At Obafemi Awolowo University&rs...
17. AN EXAMINATION OF THE INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION ETHICS ON SPECIAL LIBRARIANSHIP IN WARRI SOUTH, DELTA STATE
Background of the Study
Information ethics involves the moral principles governing the creation, dissemination, and use of information. In special librarianship, ethical concerns are heightened due to the sensitive, specialized, and sometimes proprietary nature of the info...
18. AN INVESTIGATION OF THE APPLICATION OF LINKED DATA IN LIBRARY CATALOGING IN IFE CENTRAL, OSUN STATE
Background of the Study
Linked data is a method of publishing structured data so it can be interlinked and become more useful through semantic queries. In library cataloging, it enhances resource discoverability by connecting bibliographic data across platforms using unifo...
19. AN ASSESSMENT OF NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING TOOLS IN SPECIAL LIBRARY SERVICES IN YENAGOA, BAYELSA STATE
Background of the Study
Natural Language Processing (NLP) tools have emerged as significant technologies in modern library services, transforming how information is organized, retrieved, and disseminated. These tools enable libraries to process large volumes of textual dat...
20. AN EXAMINATION OF THE ROLE OF VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS IN LIBRARY EDUCATION IN ILORIN SOUTH, KWARA STATE
Background of the Study
Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) are digital platforms designed to facilitate teaching and learning through the use of technology. These systems include tools for online lectures, assignments, discussion forums, and access to digital resources....
21. THE IMPACT OF PUBLIC LIBRARIANSHIP ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KADUNA SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE
Background of the Study:
In recent years, the significance of public librarianship has attracted scholarly attention as a crucial determinant of academic success among secondary school students. The integration of public library resources in education has evolved, driven b...
22. AN APPRAISAL OF EMBEDDED LIBRARIANSHIP IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES: A CASE STUDY OF BAYERO UNIVERSITY, KANO
Background of the Study
Embedded librarianship has emerged as a progressive model in which librarians become integral members of academic departments and research teams. At Bayero University, Kano, this approach enables librarians to actively participate in curriculum deve...
23. THE EFFECT OF SCHOOL LIBRARIANSHIP ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF RESEARCH SKILLS AMONG STUDENTS IN MAKURDI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BENUE STATE
Background of the Study:
School librarianship is increasingly recognized as a catalyst for the development of essential research skills among students. In Makurdi Local Government Area, Benue State, school librarians play a multifaceted role in guiding students through the...
24. AN EVALUATION OF LIBRARY AUTOMATION AND ITS IMPACT ON SCHOOL LIBRARIANSHIP IN KUMBOTSO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KANO STATE
Background of the Study:
Library automation is transforming the way information is managed and accessed in school libraries. In Kumbotso Local Government Area, Kano State, the shift towards automated systems has modernized library operations and improved service delivery....
25. AN INVESTIGATION OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL LIBRARIANSHIP AND STUDENTS’ RESEARCH SKILLS IN SABON GARI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KADUNA STATE
Background of the Study:
Effective school librarianship plays a critical role in nurturing students’ research skills by providing guidance, resources, and support for academic inquiry. In Sabon Gari Local Government Area, Kaduna State, the evolving role of school lib...
