This document discusses the challenges associated with using information and communication technology (ICT) facilities in public libraries in Nigeria. It identifies several problems that limit ICT access and use, such as restricted user access, poor maintenance, lack of trained personnel, and erratic power supply. The document also examines how ICT policies aim to regulate technology development and use in libraries. Finally, it explores how ICT has impacted library services by enabling online catalogs, resource sharing, and more efficient operations. Recommendations include increasing funding, providing staff training, introducing ICT in more libraries, and adopting national ICT policies for public libraries.
Awareness and utilization of ict based library services case study of a niger...Alexander Decker
This document discusses a study that investigated awareness and utilization of ICT-based library services at a Nigerian private university. The study aimed to determine the level of awareness of ICT services among postgraduate students and factors needed for sustainability. A survey was conducted among postgraduate students. The results showed high awareness of internet services but low awareness of services like OPAC and document delivery. Availability of internet and power were seen as most important for sustainability. Overall, there is a need for more awareness programs to improve student utilization of ICT library services.
The application of information and communication technologymartins wisdom
This document discusses the prospects and problems of applying information and communication technology (ICT) in Nigerian academic libraries. It outlines several key prospects, including providing online access to educational resources through the internet, developing digital reference services through collaboration between libraries, and using ICT to facilitate training of library staff. However, it also notes that there are challenges to the successful implementation of ICT in Nigerian academic libraries, such as insufficient infrastructure and lack of resources for developing necessary expertise among library professionals and patrons.
This document discusses the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on libraries. It defines ICT as technologies used to communicate and disseminate information. The main ICT components in libraries are computer technology, communication technology, and reproduction technology. ICT allows libraries to automate functions like cataloging, circulation, and reference services. It also enables new user services like remote access to online catalogs and databases. Overall, ICT has transformed libraries by improving access, services, and operations.
The document discusses changes in Finnish public libraries to meet the needs of new generations of library users. Key points include:
- Libraries now offer a variety of digital services in addition to traditional print collections, including wireless internet access, e-books, and computer/device lending. Space is designed for individual and group study as well as leisure activities.
- Younger users expect libraries to be modern community hubs providing both information resources and social/recreational amenities. Some libraries offer music studios, gaming areas, and virtual spaces for youth.
- Libraries are transforming their roles from solely book-focused to comprehensive information centers supporting lifelong learning, digital literacy, and equal access to knowledge for all. Staff provide training
This document provides an overview of the evolution of digital resource centers and libraries. It discusses the transition from traditional paper-based libraries to digital libraries and resource centers. Key points covered include the benefits of online public access catalogs (OPACs) and CD-ROMs, the impact of the internet and web technology, definitions of digital libraries, and characteristics of digital libraries such as providing access to distributed information and ability to handle multilingual content. The document also defines what a school resource center is and its objectives of serving the school community.
This document discusses print and electronic media. It defines print media as disseminating printed matter like newspapers and magazines. The history of print media in India is discussed along with newspapers like the Bengal Gazette and Samachar Darpan. Print media is important for information, entertainment, and advertising. Types of print media include newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and more. Advantages include being a record of history and authentic information, while limitations include costs and limited reach. Electronic media uses electronics to deliver content and includes television, radio, and the internet. It has advantages like wide reach and being updated easily, but limitations include costs and reliance on electricity.
Awareness and utilization of ict based library services case study of a niger...Alexander Decker
This document discusses a study that investigated awareness and utilization of ICT-based library services at a Nigerian private university. The study aimed to determine the level of awareness of ICT services among postgraduate students and factors needed for sustainability. A survey was conducted among postgraduate students. The results showed high awareness of internet services but low awareness of services like OPAC and document delivery. Availability of internet and power were seen as most important for sustainability. Overall, there is a need for more awareness programs to improve student utilization of ICT library services.
The application of information and communication technologymartins wisdom
This document discusses the prospects and problems of applying information and communication technology (ICT) in Nigerian academic libraries. It outlines several key prospects, including providing online access to educational resources through the internet, developing digital reference services through collaboration between libraries, and using ICT to facilitate training of library staff. However, it also notes that there are challenges to the successful implementation of ICT in Nigerian academic libraries, such as insufficient infrastructure and lack of resources for developing necessary expertise among library professionals and patrons.
This document discusses the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on libraries. It defines ICT as technologies used to communicate and disseminate information. The main ICT components in libraries are computer technology, communication technology, and reproduction technology. ICT allows libraries to automate functions like cataloging, circulation, and reference services. It also enables new user services like remote access to online catalogs and databases. Overall, ICT has transformed libraries by improving access, services, and operations.
The document discusses changes in Finnish public libraries to meet the needs of new generations of library users. Key points include:
- Libraries now offer a variety of digital services in addition to traditional print collections, including wireless internet access, e-books, and computer/device lending. Space is designed for individual and group study as well as leisure activities.
- Younger users expect libraries to be modern community hubs providing both information resources and social/recreational amenities. Some libraries offer music studios, gaming areas, and virtual spaces for youth.
- Libraries are transforming their roles from solely book-focused to comprehensive information centers supporting lifelong learning, digital literacy, and equal access to knowledge for all. Staff provide training
This document provides an overview of the evolution of digital resource centers and libraries. It discusses the transition from traditional paper-based libraries to digital libraries and resource centers. Key points covered include the benefits of online public access catalogs (OPACs) and CD-ROMs, the impact of the internet and web technology, definitions of digital libraries, and characteristics of digital libraries such as providing access to distributed information and ability to handle multilingual content. The document also defines what a school resource center is and its objectives of serving the school community.
This document discusses print and electronic media. It defines print media as disseminating printed matter like newspapers and magazines. The history of print media in India is discussed along with newspapers like the Bengal Gazette and Samachar Darpan. Print media is important for information, entertainment, and advertising. Types of print media include newspapers, magazines, newsletters, and more. Advantages include being a record of history and authentic information, while limitations include costs and limited reach. Electronic media uses electronics to deliver content and includes television, radio, and the internet. It has advantages like wide reach and being updated easily, but limitations include costs and reliance on electricity.
A Training Session at the Innovations in Libraries Series of the Nigerian Library Association, Delta State Chapter, held at the Petroleum Training Institute, Warri, Delta State, on September 11, 2018
The document summarizes a project that developed a toolkit called Bridge to help Ontario public libraries expand their technology services and measure the effectiveness of those services. The toolkit includes a web-based tool for gathering data to inform decision-making. Key findings from a pilot project with several participating libraries are also summarized. The pilot found that public libraries play a critical role in addressing the digital divide and increasing access to technology. It concluded that expanding use of the Bridge toolkit across Ontario could help libraries better understand the needs of their communities and demonstrate the value of technology services in improving digital inclusion and literacy.
Empowerment Technologies - Introduction and the Nature of ICTJuan Miguel Palero
This is a powerpoint presentation that discusses about one of the applied subjects in the k-12 curriculum of the Senior High School: Empowerment Technologies. On this powerpoint presentation, it discusses about the definition of ICT and its advantages and disadvantages of it.
Current and global trends in library and information servicesOwabor Emmanuel
This document discusses current trends in libraries and information services globally and how libraries must adapt to remain relevant. Key points include:
1) Advancements in technology have changed the roles of librarians and expectations of services;
2) Librarians must acquire new digital skills and move beyond traditional roles to curate and provide access to electronic resources;
3) Libraries are increasingly virtual and digital, providing remote access to vast collections of online information.
The Usage and Understanding of Information and Communication Technology on Ho...inventionjournals
The purpose of this research is to determine and analyze the usage and understanding of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on housewives who actively organize in Family Welfare Empowerment (PKK) Manado City and relationship between the profile of the housewives with internet usage. Primary data was collected using a questionnaire, with 50 housewives who actively organize in Family Welfare Empowerment Manado City as a respondent and obtained by purposive sampling. The analysis used in this research is descriptive and verification with SPSS Version 23. The results showed that the use of internet on the housewives who actively organize in PKK of Manado City reached 68% which 60% using their smartphone; internet access is done every day by 67,65% housewives; internet usage is still limited to the use of social media, where 56% admitted spending their time to open social networking sites; 50% for information, while the use of email is limited to 22%, online shopping 10% and only 2% using their internet to enter world of banking; all survey respondents feel that ICT has an important function in anticipating globalization, where the positive and negative aspects of ICT also become a concern for respondents and they agreed on the importance of training in order to equip themselves; age significantly effect on the use of internet, while education and income are not significant.
This document provides background information on electronic media and discusses its influence on students' reading culture. It begins by defining electronic media and its various forms. It then discusses how electronic media can reach large audiences but also notes potential drawbacks like distortion of information and being a one-way communication. The document also explores how electronic media has impacted social networks and communication. It notes several advantages of electronic media on education but expresses concern that students now spend more time on electronic devices than reading. The document aims to study the influence of electronic media on the reading skills, spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure of students at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Digitization of Library Resources in Academic Libraries: Challenges and Impli...iosrjce
The advent of information and communication technology (ICT) has made imperative that library
holdings must be both in digital format and traditional format. Converting the analog library holdings to digital
format is indeed a herculean task. This paper discusses these challenges and proffered solutions.
1. ICT (information and communication technologies) have transformed education by facilitating access to information, communication, and new modes of learning. The internet and mobile technologies have expanded opportunities for online, blended, and mobile learning.
2. Students now need digital literacy skills to effectively search, evaluate, and utilize the vast amount of online information. Key 21st century skills identified include digital literacy, inventive thinking, effective communication, and high productivity.
3. ICT have impacted teaching by shifting teachers' roles from knowledge transmitters to learning facilitators. They have also changed student roles from passive recipients to active participants in collaborative learning. Technologies like interactive whiteboards enhance interactive learning.
Information Technology and Transcription of Reading Materials for the Visuall...Michael Fagbohun
Studies have shown inadequate reading materials for the visually impaired in Nigeria. Information technology
has greatly advanced the provision of information to the visually impaired in other industrialized climes. This
study investigated the extent of application of information technology to the transcription of reading materials
for the visually impaired in Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design of the ex-post facto to select 470
personnel as respondents. A questionnaire titled Information Technology Use Scale (α=0.74), and Interview
Schedule (α=0.75), were used. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment
Correlation. The findings indicate that information technology in transcription was low and a significant positive
relationship between application of information technology and transcription of information materials (r=0.62:
p<0.05). The study recommended among others that Multi-National Corporations should be sensitized to extend
their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities to help in procuring modern information technology
devices and software to enhance transcription.
An Assessment of the Availability of ICT Infrastructure for Curriculum Instru...iosrjce
The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into the curriculum has
become a necessity worldwide. The education system does not only pursue the integration of ICT into the
curriculum because of its popularity in the market system, but because of the role it is perceived to play in the
changing curriculum (encourages active construction of knowledge). This paper undertakes an assessment of
the availability of ICT infrastructure for curriculum instruction based on a study of public secondary schools in
Mumias sub-County in Kakamega County, Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The target
population comprised head teachers, teachers and students in public secondary schools in Mumias sub-County.
Schools were selected using stratified random sampling technique while students’ sample size was determined
using Kathuri and Pals formula. Head teachers and heads of computer departments were purposively selected.
Questionnaire, structured interview schedule and content analysis were the main instruments of data collection
for the study. Two sets of questionnaire were prepared, one for the students and the other for the teachers. The
structured interview schedule was used to solicit information from the head teachers. Both qualitative and
quantitative data were collected for the study. Qualitative data was analyzed descriptively. Analyzed data was
presented in form of cumulative frequency tables, percentages and graphs. The study established that the main
ICT facilities in place in most schools in Mumias sub-County were radio for interactive radio instruction and
computers. The radios available in the studied secondary schools were however inadequate. A majority of the
examined secondary schools had an average computer to learner ratio of 30:1. The study recommended that the
Ministry of Education should hasten the development of ICT policy to ensure that teachers practice what is in
line with the ministry’s expectations, schools should involve their governing bodies to facilitate provision of ICT
infrastructure and that concerned departments within the Ministry of Education should conduct regular and
differentiated ICT teacher trainings.
Communication Technology- Information System and TechnologiesFaindra Jabbar
Communication Technology
Topic: Information System and Technologies
Technology
Information Technology
Advantages and Disadvantages
Information Systems
ICT
A plumbing analogy
MIS and Database
Information retrieval skills and use of library electronic resources by unive...Alexander Decker
1) The document discusses a study that examined the impact of information retrieval skills on Nigerian university
undergraduates' utilization of electronic resources.
2) It found that informational, operational, and strategic retrieval skills significantly correlated with students' use
of electronic resources for research.
3) However, the data showed that undergraduates lacked the requisite skills for effective use of electronic
resources.
The document discusses electronic government (e-Government) initiatives in the Philippines that aim to enhance access to information and improve government services through the use of information and communications technology (ICT). It describes several key programs including iGOV, which links government data centers and provides a secured portal for common services; e-LGU, which helps local governments deliver public services electronically; and Contact Center ng Bayan, which allows citizens to access services through a single number. It also discusses initiatives like NOAH and MOSES that use mobile technologies to provide disaster information and support emergency operations. Overall the document outlines the Philippines' efforts to advance e-Government and leverage ICT to improve governance and public services.
An assessment of the state of readiness for library automation in ibrahim bad...Alexander Decker
This document assesses the readiness for library automation at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida Library in Yola and Ramat Library at the University of Maiduguri. It found that both libraries had poor funding and inadequate infrastructure and personnel to support automation. As a result, the study concluded that neither library was adequately prepared for automation. It recommended that vice-chancellors provide more funding to libraries for automation resources like computers, internet access, and connection to the National Virtual Library of Nigeria. The study used questionnaires, interviews and observations of 27 librarians from the two libraries to evaluate the current state of readiness.
The document discusses how information and communication technologies (ICTs) have transformed information formats, storage, and communication media, impacting library services. ICTs bring advantages like easier information manipulation and access, but also challenges like digital divides in access and skills. The conclusion calls for ICT stakeholders to improve the environment, access, use of and skills in technologies.
Slides used during the debriefing of the Mobileland workshop during the 2012 EDUCAUSE conference.
https://sites.google.com/site/mccmobileland/channeling-lewis-carol
ICT refers to technologies used to transmit, store, create, display, share or exchange information electronically. This includes technologies like radio, TV, phones, computers, and services like videoconferencing and email.
Information technology is the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer hardware.
When implementing ICT in education, important considerations include educational goals, professional development, student-to-computer ratio, connectivity, physical space, electrical system, and technical support.
ASSESSMENT ON THE USE OF ELECTRONIC RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATE OF LIBRARY AND...Sandra Valenzuela
This document discusses a study assessing the use of electronic resources by undergraduate students in the Department of Library and Information Science at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. It provides background on the transition from print to electronic resources and how this impacts library services. The study aims to identify the types of electronic resources available, how students access and use these resources, and any challenges they face. It signifies that understanding student use of electronic resources can help libraries better support the needs of researchers through technology and overcome barriers preventing use of these important information sources.
This study examines the attitudes of staff members at Swansea Library Service towards providing public IT facilities and assistance. It argues that library staff play a key role in promoting digital literacy in their communities by providing IT skills sessions and assistance to users daily. The study collected data through questionnaires and interviews with library staff about the public IT facilities. The general attitude of staff was positive, as they recognized the important role of the library in promoting digital literacy and bridging the digital divide, though some expressed concerns about keeping up with the wide range of technologies and continuous updates. The study evaluates how well it met its objectives and provides recommendations to influence local service policy.
This document summarizes a study on assessing the technological readiness of public libraries in Botswana. The study found that while public librarians have a positive attitude towards technology and believe it can improve services, the infrastructure and technologies available in many libraries is outdated. Challenges included poor Internet access due to low bandwidth, a lack of computers and automated systems. Recommendations included improving infrastructure, providing librarians training, and designating an IT staff person at each library to support technology needs.
A Training Session at the Innovations in Libraries Series of the Nigerian Library Association, Delta State Chapter, held at the Petroleum Training Institute, Warri, Delta State, on September 11, 2018
The document summarizes a project that developed a toolkit called Bridge to help Ontario public libraries expand their technology services and measure the effectiveness of those services. The toolkit includes a web-based tool for gathering data to inform decision-making. Key findings from a pilot project with several participating libraries are also summarized. The pilot found that public libraries play a critical role in addressing the digital divide and increasing access to technology. It concluded that expanding use of the Bridge toolkit across Ontario could help libraries better understand the needs of their communities and demonstrate the value of technology services in improving digital inclusion and literacy.
Empowerment Technologies - Introduction and the Nature of ICTJuan Miguel Palero
This is a powerpoint presentation that discusses about one of the applied subjects in the k-12 curriculum of the Senior High School: Empowerment Technologies. On this powerpoint presentation, it discusses about the definition of ICT and its advantages and disadvantages of it.
Current and global trends in library and information servicesOwabor Emmanuel
This document discusses current trends in libraries and information services globally and how libraries must adapt to remain relevant. Key points include:
1) Advancements in technology have changed the roles of librarians and expectations of services;
2) Librarians must acquire new digital skills and move beyond traditional roles to curate and provide access to electronic resources;
3) Libraries are increasingly virtual and digital, providing remote access to vast collections of online information.
The Usage and Understanding of Information and Communication Technology on Ho...inventionjournals
The purpose of this research is to determine and analyze the usage and understanding of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on housewives who actively organize in Family Welfare Empowerment (PKK) Manado City and relationship between the profile of the housewives with internet usage. Primary data was collected using a questionnaire, with 50 housewives who actively organize in Family Welfare Empowerment Manado City as a respondent and obtained by purposive sampling. The analysis used in this research is descriptive and verification with SPSS Version 23. The results showed that the use of internet on the housewives who actively organize in PKK of Manado City reached 68% which 60% using their smartphone; internet access is done every day by 67,65% housewives; internet usage is still limited to the use of social media, where 56% admitted spending their time to open social networking sites; 50% for information, while the use of email is limited to 22%, online shopping 10% and only 2% using their internet to enter world of banking; all survey respondents feel that ICT has an important function in anticipating globalization, where the positive and negative aspects of ICT also become a concern for respondents and they agreed on the importance of training in order to equip themselves; age significantly effect on the use of internet, while education and income are not significant.
This document provides background information on electronic media and discusses its influence on students' reading culture. It begins by defining electronic media and its various forms. It then discusses how electronic media can reach large audiences but also notes potential drawbacks like distortion of information and being a one-way communication. The document also explores how electronic media has impacted social networks and communication. It notes several advantages of electronic media on education but expresses concern that students now spend more time on electronic devices than reading. The document aims to study the influence of electronic media on the reading skills, spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure of students at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Digitization of Library Resources in Academic Libraries: Challenges and Impli...iosrjce
The advent of information and communication technology (ICT) has made imperative that library
holdings must be both in digital format and traditional format. Converting the analog library holdings to digital
format is indeed a herculean task. This paper discusses these challenges and proffered solutions.
1. ICT (information and communication technologies) have transformed education by facilitating access to information, communication, and new modes of learning. The internet and mobile technologies have expanded opportunities for online, blended, and mobile learning.
2. Students now need digital literacy skills to effectively search, evaluate, and utilize the vast amount of online information. Key 21st century skills identified include digital literacy, inventive thinking, effective communication, and high productivity.
3. ICT have impacted teaching by shifting teachers' roles from knowledge transmitters to learning facilitators. They have also changed student roles from passive recipients to active participants in collaborative learning. Technologies like interactive whiteboards enhance interactive learning.
Information Technology and Transcription of Reading Materials for the Visuall...Michael Fagbohun
Studies have shown inadequate reading materials for the visually impaired in Nigeria. Information technology
has greatly advanced the provision of information to the visually impaired in other industrialized climes. This
study investigated the extent of application of information technology to the transcription of reading materials
for the visually impaired in Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design of the ex-post facto to select 470
personnel as respondents. A questionnaire titled Information Technology Use Scale (α=0.74), and Interview
Schedule (α=0.75), were used. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment
Correlation. The findings indicate that information technology in transcription was low and a significant positive
relationship between application of information technology and transcription of information materials (r=0.62:
p<0.05). The study recommended among others that Multi-National Corporations should be sensitized to extend
their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities to help in procuring modern information technology
devices and software to enhance transcription.
An Assessment of the Availability of ICT Infrastructure for Curriculum Instru...iosrjce
The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into the curriculum has
become a necessity worldwide. The education system does not only pursue the integration of ICT into the
curriculum because of its popularity in the market system, but because of the role it is perceived to play in the
changing curriculum (encourages active construction of knowledge). This paper undertakes an assessment of
the availability of ICT infrastructure for curriculum instruction based on a study of public secondary schools in
Mumias sub-County in Kakamega County, Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The target
population comprised head teachers, teachers and students in public secondary schools in Mumias sub-County.
Schools were selected using stratified random sampling technique while students’ sample size was determined
using Kathuri and Pals formula. Head teachers and heads of computer departments were purposively selected.
Questionnaire, structured interview schedule and content analysis were the main instruments of data collection
for the study. Two sets of questionnaire were prepared, one for the students and the other for the teachers. The
structured interview schedule was used to solicit information from the head teachers. Both qualitative and
quantitative data were collected for the study. Qualitative data was analyzed descriptively. Analyzed data was
presented in form of cumulative frequency tables, percentages and graphs. The study established that the main
ICT facilities in place in most schools in Mumias sub-County were radio for interactive radio instruction and
computers. The radios available in the studied secondary schools were however inadequate. A majority of the
examined secondary schools had an average computer to learner ratio of 30:1. The study recommended that the
Ministry of Education should hasten the development of ICT policy to ensure that teachers practice what is in
line with the ministry’s expectations, schools should involve their governing bodies to facilitate provision of ICT
infrastructure and that concerned departments within the Ministry of Education should conduct regular and
differentiated ICT teacher trainings.
Communication Technology- Information System and TechnologiesFaindra Jabbar
Communication Technology
Topic: Information System and Technologies
Technology
Information Technology
Advantages and Disadvantages
Information Systems
ICT
A plumbing analogy
MIS and Database
Information retrieval skills and use of library electronic resources by unive...Alexander Decker
1) The document discusses a study that examined the impact of information retrieval skills on Nigerian university
undergraduates' utilization of electronic resources.
2) It found that informational, operational, and strategic retrieval skills significantly correlated with students' use
of electronic resources for research.
3) However, the data showed that undergraduates lacked the requisite skills for effective use of electronic
resources.
The document discusses electronic government (e-Government) initiatives in the Philippines that aim to enhance access to information and improve government services through the use of information and communications technology (ICT). It describes several key programs including iGOV, which links government data centers and provides a secured portal for common services; e-LGU, which helps local governments deliver public services electronically; and Contact Center ng Bayan, which allows citizens to access services through a single number. It also discusses initiatives like NOAH and MOSES that use mobile technologies to provide disaster information and support emergency operations. Overall the document outlines the Philippines' efforts to advance e-Government and leverage ICT to improve governance and public services.
An assessment of the state of readiness for library automation in ibrahim bad...Alexander Decker
This document assesses the readiness for library automation at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida Library in Yola and Ramat Library at the University of Maiduguri. It found that both libraries had poor funding and inadequate infrastructure and personnel to support automation. As a result, the study concluded that neither library was adequately prepared for automation. It recommended that vice-chancellors provide more funding to libraries for automation resources like computers, internet access, and connection to the National Virtual Library of Nigeria. The study used questionnaires, interviews and observations of 27 librarians from the two libraries to evaluate the current state of readiness.
The document discusses how information and communication technologies (ICTs) have transformed information formats, storage, and communication media, impacting library services. ICTs bring advantages like easier information manipulation and access, but also challenges like digital divides in access and skills. The conclusion calls for ICT stakeholders to improve the environment, access, use of and skills in technologies.
Slides used during the debriefing of the Mobileland workshop during the 2012 EDUCAUSE conference.
https://sites.google.com/site/mccmobileland/channeling-lewis-carol
ICT refers to technologies used to transmit, store, create, display, share or exchange information electronically. This includes technologies like radio, TV, phones, computers, and services like videoconferencing and email.
Information technology is the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer hardware.
When implementing ICT in education, important considerations include educational goals, professional development, student-to-computer ratio, connectivity, physical space, electrical system, and technical support.
ASSESSMENT ON THE USE OF ELECTRONIC RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATE OF LIBRARY AND...Sandra Valenzuela
This document discusses a study assessing the use of electronic resources by undergraduate students in the Department of Library and Information Science at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. It provides background on the transition from print to electronic resources and how this impacts library services. The study aims to identify the types of electronic resources available, how students access and use these resources, and any challenges they face. It signifies that understanding student use of electronic resources can help libraries better support the needs of researchers through technology and overcome barriers preventing use of these important information sources.
This study examines the attitudes of staff members at Swansea Library Service towards providing public IT facilities and assistance. It argues that library staff play a key role in promoting digital literacy in their communities by providing IT skills sessions and assistance to users daily. The study collected data through questionnaires and interviews with library staff about the public IT facilities. The general attitude of staff was positive, as they recognized the important role of the library in promoting digital literacy and bridging the digital divide, though some expressed concerns about keeping up with the wide range of technologies and continuous updates. The study evaluates how well it met its objectives and provides recommendations to influence local service policy.
This document summarizes a study on assessing the technological readiness of public libraries in Botswana. The study found that while public librarians have a positive attitude towards technology and believe it can improve services, the infrastructure and technologies available in many libraries is outdated. Challenges included poor Internet access due to low bandwidth, a lack of computers and automated systems. Recommendations included improving infrastructure, providing librarians training, and designating an IT staff person at each library to support technology needs.
Riding the Waves or Caught in the Tide? Navigating the Evolving Information ...Julián Marquina
The sheer volume of information and the speed at which it is being created online is one of the focal points of the IFLA Trend Report. The IFLA Trend Report is the result of twelve months’ consultation with experts and stakeholders from a range of disciplines to explore and discuss emerging trends in our new information environment. It is not a static report, but a dynamic and evolving set of online resources for library and information professionals to contribute to at trends.ifla.org. There’s a great depth of data already on the online platform for libraries to use, share and build on, including a bibliography and literature review of existing trend reports, expert papers and discussion summaries.
The IFLA Trend Report identifies five high level trends in the global information environment, spanning access to information, education, privacy, civic engagement and technological transformation. While it sets out existing and likely future trends which characterise the new digital paradigm, it doesn’t forecast the future of libraries.
Competencies of Librarians as a Factor Affecting Information, Service Deliver...SubmissionResearchpa
This study investigated the competencies of librarians as a factor affecting information service delivery in Delta state university (DELSU) library and Federal university of petroleum resources (FUPRE) library. The main objective of the study was to determine the extent to which information and competencies of librarians in DELSU and FUPRE affect their information service delivery. The instrument used for data collection was the questionnaire. A descriptive survey design was used in this study. A total of 61 librarians were selected using the total enumeration sampling technique since the total population was manageable. A total of 52 copies of the questionnaire were retrieved and analyzed using simple percentage, mean score, and standard deviation. The findings of this study show that: the majority of the respondents possess high extent of the ICT skills, majority have high extent of customer-service competency, and most librarians possess high extent of competency in interpersonal communication. It was concluded that these skills, though basic are a good platform that increases the effect of relevant information service delivery in the library. A minor but regular training was said to be what will do the magic by Ogagaoghene Uzezi IDHALAMA, Afebuameh James AIYEBELEHIN and Onomiroro OKOBO 2020. Competencies of Librarians as a Factor Affecting Information, Service Delivery in Selected University Libraries in Delta State, Nigeria. International Journal on Integrated Education. 3, 10 (Oct. 2020), 92-102. DOI:https://doi.org/10.31149/ijie.v3i10.693 https://journals.researchparks.org/index.php/IJIE/article/view/693/653 https://journals.researchparks.org/index.php/IJIE/article/view/693
Monitoring and Evaluation of electronic resources in academic institutions in...Evan Njoroge
Overall findings to emerge, as detailed in the summary report and appendices, provide us with a comprehensive picture of the current situation in relation to the provision and access of e-resources in Kenya, and likely in many similarly positioned countries elsewhere
Assesssment of internet service quality and customers’ satisfaction in univer...Alexander Decker
This study examined internet service quality and customer satisfaction at the University of Ilorin in Nigeria. A survey was conducted of 60 academic staff, 40 non-academic staff, and 100 students to understand their awareness of internet services, technical difficulties experienced, and perceptions of quality. The results found that over 90% of staff and 75.5% of students were aware of internet services on campus. However, over 50% of staff and 85.7% of students reported issues like insufficient bandwidth and poor electricity that hindered effective use. Based on these problems, over 50% of staff and 65% of students expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of internet services. Most respondents felt quality and satisfaction could be improved by addressing bandwidth, training
Academic and research libraries in the digital environment. challenges and pr...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a journal article about the challenges and prospects of academic and research libraries in the digital environment. It discusses how the digital age has brought changes to information acquisition, organization, management and dissemination. It also examines the need for librarians and library users to become information literate to effectively find, evaluate and use the abundant information available. Some of the challenges discussed include information explosion, rapid technology changes, and empowering users. The document provides recommendations on how to develop information literacy in Nigerian university libraries.
Challenges and prospects of using information communication technologies (ict...Alexander Decker
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Challenges associated with the use of ict facilites in public library of nigeria
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Challenges Associated with the Use of ICT Facilites in Public
Library of Nigeria
Lucky U. Oghenetega(CLN)
Department of Library and Information and Science,Madonna University-Okija Anambra State Nigeria
E-mail: tega4real06@gmail.com
Umeji, Ebele C.(CLN)
Department of Library and Information Science,Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria
Obue, Cynthia Nkechi
Department of Library and Information Science,Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State Nigeria
Abstract
This article is on challenges associated with the use of ICT facilities in public library of Nigeria. Public libraries
presently are incorporating information communication technology facilities into her services. Many Nigerian
public libraries which out- dated have been able to procure information communication technologies to its
services. State public libraries that have tried to incorporate ICTs are Edo, Delta and Anambra public library.
The paper discusses challenges associated with the use of ICTs facilities in public library, policies regulating
information technology, impact of information technology on library services. The researchers proffer solutions
to problems of ICTs in public libraries in Nigeria.
Keywords: Information communication technologies, Public library, Library services, and Librarians.
Introduction
A public library is an organisation established, supported and funded by the community, either through
local, regional or national government, or through some others forms of community organisation. It provides
access to knowledge information and works of the imagination through a range of resources and services and is
equally available to all members of the community regardless of race, age, nationality, ages, gender, religion
language, disability, economic and employment status and educational attainment.
Public libraries also provide material for children that includes books, videos and DVDs, music CDs,
and other material (both fiction and non-fiction), often housed in a special section. Child oriented websites with
no-line educational games and programs specifically designed for younger library users are becoming
increasingly common public libraries may also provide services for other particular groups, such as large print or
Braille materials, young adult literature and other materials for teenagers or materials in other than the national
language.
Librarians at most public library provide reference and research help to the general public, usually at a
reference desk but can often be done by telephone interview(Oghenetega, Oyenike & Ugulu, 2014). As online
discussion and social networking allow for remote access, reference is becoming available virtually through the
use of internet and e-email. Depending on the size of the library, there may be more than one desk, at some
smaller libraries all transactions may occur at one desk, while large urban public libraries may employ subject
specialist librarians with the ability to staff multiple reference or information desks to answer queries about
particular topics at anytime of the day or night. Often the children’s section in a public library has it owns
references desk (Alistair and Hoare 2006).
According to International Federation of Library Association (2004) submits that public library’s
established under state enabling laws or regulations to serve a community, district or region. In this modem day,
developments in ICT (information communication technology) have resulted in great changes in people’s live
for work, learning and leisure. These developments have changed the demands being made on Public Library
and Information Services (PLIS) in terms of the expectations of their customers or patrons, the national and local
policy agenda within which the public library operates and the means by which type can deliver services. In
other to maintain the level of services required in fulfilling their functions. Public libraries presently are
incorporating information communication technology facilities into her services. Many Nigerian public libraries
which out- dated have been able to procure information communication technology to its services. In meeting
world standard, Example of public library with a standard information communication technology services is the
Edo State library which stands as the case study for this research. According to Patricia (2000) opined that
computer technology (ICT) has redefined many services in public libraries, including collecting searching with
online public access catalogues (OPACs), internet access, and so on. These innovations are expected to continue
their present rapid growth. The benefits of computer technology are evident, but successful patron use, requires a
comfort level with computers, a familiarity with basic search methods, and an ability to adapt to constantly
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changing technologies. These requirements may be of particular concern for both the older and young users of
public libraries.
Griebel (1998) stated that the older generation has been hesitant to use news technology and
emphasized that public libraries are in an excellent position to address this issue. Public libraries are prominent
providers of the burgeoning array of information of use to seniors (Kleiman 2000) for whom lifelong learning is
increasing a priority and at the same time may be their first introduction to computer technology. There is thus a
need to understand these technological issues from the perspective of both the older and younger users of public
library and the implications for successful library visits.
In Nigeria, the application of information technology to public libraries has helped in providing a wide
knowledge base for information seekers. New alternative to information has also been recorded. Public library
known for its wide range of services regardless of ages, gender, status, ethnicity, educational qualification has
foster easy and experienced when public libraries do things manually is been removed. Although not all public
libraries in the country is connected to the internet and has information communication facilities. With the
incorporation of information of information and communication facilities and technologies into the Edo state
library, current awareness information is assured for its users. The use of information technology has helped in
promoting Nigeria’s participating in the concept of Universal Bibliographic Control (UBC) and universal
availability providing its own resources for worldwide access, while as the same time, it will be accessing others.
Conclusively, the driving forces of the ICT revolution and the information societies are the
development, diffusion and use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in contemporary societies.
The diffusion of ICTs has contributed enormously to the growth of economics, social, political especially the
educational sector where the public library is a department of non-formal education which promotes the formal
and informal education of all people.
Purpose of the Study
The specific objectives of this paper are as follows:
To provide solution on how to eradicate the lack of information technology facilities in public
libraries.
Make the atmosphere clear for ICT professional to come into the public library.
To correct the poor funding problems of the public libraries.
To encouraging staff training in ICT in public libraries.
Problems of using information communication technology in public library
The following are the problems associated with the use of ICT facilities in public library.
Limited/Restricted access to users.
Poor maintenance culture
Poor networking
Lack of train personnel
Illiteracy
Poverty (cost)
Lack of adequate infrastructure
Erratic power supply
Policy structure of the government
Political factors
Economic factors
Cultural factors
Technological factors
Limited/Restricted access to users
It could be said that public library are not effectively implementing the application of information
technology to its services. Users of the library are restricted to the use of ICT facilities in the library because they
are sacred of damaging the equipment. 24 hours 7 days of the week, the computer system and other information
users to the manual form of library servicers.
Poor maintenance culture
Most of the equipment procured for the information technology was purchased from foreign countries
and as a result of the nation’s backwardness. In the use of ICT facilities, they lack information and experience
personnel’s to effect repairs on the system during breaking down. Also when complains are passed to higher
quarters or the government for consideration it goes through as long bureaucratic process.
Poor networking
When facilities are reluctantly switched on, the rate of downloading information are normally slow and
in most case foil, when information is being shared from a far network.
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Lack of trained personnel
Nigerian public libraries that have managed to tap into information technology resources lack trained
information technology experts. This fact has left the information technology services of the library performing
little or no of its functions.
Erratic power supply
The effective utilization of information and communication technology depends largely on effective
and constant power supply. This is so, because cannot function effectively. It is therefore necessary that the
institution or external system that wish to operate these technologies should make adequate provision for
constant electricity supply since the electricity corporation (NEPA) now known as PHCN has become so
epileptic. A generating set should be made available to supplement (PHCN) irregular supply.
Illiteracy
There is no gain saying the fact that illiteracy affects the effective utilization of information and
communication technology (ICT). This ascertain is evident in the fact that many student in the academic institute
have little or no idea about these modern technologies or electronic wonder and because of their lack of
awareness they tends to discard it use on the ground that these technologies can be done electronically, they can
also be done manually. It is therefore imperative that these set of people should be given lesson on how operate
and use these technologies.
Poverty (Cost)
It is true of the saying that finance is the life wires of any organization as such the effective utilization
of information and communication technology depends to a great extent on the financial position of the
institution.
Lack of adequate infrastructure
The effective utilization of information technology can be hindered where there is no good roads, good
telephone communication network, power supply etc. it is therefore, imperative that the institution should make
adequate provision of these infrastructure facilities to enhance the effective utilization of technology especially
in the public institution in order to enhance their effectiveness.
Policy structure of the government
The growth of any communication technology in a society and hence its applicability for distance
education depend to a very great extent on the degree to which policy makers recognize the importance of ICT in
promoting a knowledge based society.
Political factors
The perception and attitudes of a political system greatly affect the acceptance and growth of
technology in any society. The political system is conscious of the pay-off of ICT for the enhancement of the
educational profile of a country will frame appropriate policies for the adoption and dissemination of ICT
throughout the length and breadth of the country.
Economic factors
Developing countries often lack the growth of communication technology in a country, the initial
allocation as well as a matching fund to make feasible investment in ICT. Many countries often acquire costly
technology without making provisions for bonding sufficient infrastructure to run them.
Cultural factors
Language is one of the major factors that hinder the easy assimilation of ICTs by many developing
countries, this hinder transfer of technology. The radio and TV programmes, computer software and the printed
texts produced in different countries bearing different cultural backgrounds.
Technological factors
Technology becomes the determining factor in the growth of ICT in any society with regards to the
acceptance of a popular technology the factors such as access cost, teaching functions, inter-activeness and user
friendliness, organizational issue and speed afforded to change are important issues. Another major problem the
Nigerian society is facing is access. How many people really have access to telephone and the internet? Many
Nigerian that quickly acquired mobile cell phone at the introduction of GSM projects in Nigeria are presently
unable to afford the cost of recharge the phones to make vital calls. Internet access is especially a good measure
of the availability of digital technology. It all in Nigeria because it require the integration of individual
components like computers, telecommunication and skills. The proliferation of internet cafes is still largely
restricted to cities and urban area. Even when, main city dwellers still do not know to use a computer; the few
can still find it hard to afford the increasing cost of internet use because of the instability in electricity and the
large dependence on gasoline-powered generators. Of course, many of the computers available in these internet
cafes and government offices in Nigeria are the old and antiquated ones either donated by humanitarian agencies
or refurbished from at the Ikeja computer village in the suburb of Lagos.
In conclusion, these problems should be checked and ensured that the lapse affecting information
technology and the use its facilities on public library are corrected.
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Policies regulating information communication technology on public library services.
Information communication technology, policy is an official statement which spells out the objectives, goals,
principles, strategies etc intended to guide and regulate the development, operation and application of ICT. The
following are some covers summaries of the policies that regulate ICTs.
a. Development of ICT infrastructures
i. Infrastructure development
ii. Inter-operation and information system
iii. Enhancement of public services
iv. Cost saving in service delivery, purchasing, communication
v. Electronic commerce and secure transaction
vi. Development of technological standards
b. Development of skills
i. Research and development
ii. ICTs education and training
c. Development of legislature and policies to correspond to the requirement of new ICTs
i. Diffusion of information technology
ii. Development of ICTs industries
iii. Trade policies for ICT- related goods and services
iv. Pricing and taxation of electronic services
v. Protecting of intellectual property
vi. Privacy and personal data
vii. Protection of cultural and linguistic diversity
viii. Protection against illegal and harmful contents
ix. Adoption of standards
d. Institutional development and co-ordination
i. Institutional and regulatory structures
ii. National interface and co-operation
e. Access to ICT
i. Access to infrastructure
ii. Access to information
f. Monitoring ICT
i. Monitoring the use of ICT
ii. Measurement of the impact of ICTs
Information communication technology on library services
Library sources, services and operations have been greatly influenced by the rapid technological
innovations over the years. The way information is disseminated, captured, collected, stored and transferred has
provided a new impetus to library functions and services. With development in information technology libraries
are being called on to offer broad access to global information and becomes less dependent on printed collections
(Rowley and Black, 1996, citied by Kiondo 2004). Consequently, libraries must be able to be an “access
organisation” providing access to an array of information resources. This means having access as the right of use
and not ownership of the resources, which makes licensing agreement critical (Kiondo, 2004). The application of
information technology into library routines may also be referred to as “library automation”. Library helps in
providing efficient and quick library services, it is economical because it saves human labour, eliminates
duplication of jobs, and processes many data involved in the operations of the library operations and services,
especially when budgets cut by many parents institutions, fluctuations in exchange rate of currencies, and the
rapid growing cost of periodicals are the main difficulties faced by most libraries and on the contrary, when
information needs of users are increasing and diversified.
Information technology, has contributed to all types of libraries in the following operations.
1) Selection and acquisition operation
2) Registration of users
3) Resources sharing activities
4) Online catalogue
5) Fast and reliable library services
6) Selective dissemination of information resources
7) Reference services etc.
CONCLUSION/ RECOMMENDATION
Public libraries provides access to knowledge, information and works of the imagination through a
range of resources and services and is equally available to all members of the community regardless of race, age,
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nationality, gender, religion language, disability, economic and employment status and educational attainment.
The article discussed issues on challenges associated with the use of ICTs facilities in public library, policies
regulating information technology, impact of information technology on library services. The following
recommendation to- ICT professionals, Librarians in public and academic libraries, and government.
i. ICT professionals in Nigeria should support the development and growth of ICT by reducing
their price of installation of ICT facilities to organizations especially libraries.
ii. State Governments should vote enough funds to education, especially public and academic
libraries.
iii. Government and philanthropic organizations should be given more orientation on the
importance of public library to the community, wider public and national development as
made to understand the need why funding has to come from both on regular basis.
iv. Measure should be put place to counter problems that affects the public libraries before they
arises.
v. Better orientation should be given to the staff of the public library and the benefits attached to
the effective and efficient usage of ICT in service delivery
vi. Public librarians and other staff of the library should be given adequate training on information
communication technology as it relates to the services of the library so as to be able to power
its programme
vii. For public libraries that do not have ICT facilities, they should please strive to introduce
information communication technologies into their existing services.
viii. ICTs polices should be adopts by public libraries in Nigeria.
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