Multidisciplinary Journal Supported by TETFund. The journals would publish papers covering a wide range of subjects in journal science, management science, educational, agricultural, architectural, accounting and finance, business administration, entrepreneurship, business education, all journals
The SCONUL Seven Pillars of Information Literacy model provides a framework for developing information literacy skills. The original 1999 model focused on skills but has since been expanded to also address attitudes and behaviors. The updated model takes the form of a "landscape" or "doughnut" shape rather than linear steps, making it more flexible and adaptable to different contexts and user groups. It also incorporates ideas from the Researcher Development Framework to emphasize information literacy for researchers.
This document discusses the current state and future direction of librarianship in the Philippines. It provides background on the history and development of libraries and librarianship in the country from ancient times to the modern period. It also discusses the education and training of librarians, legislation and laws governing the profession, statistics on supply and demand, and the competencies required of Filipino librarians. The roles and missions of libraries are changing with greater access to digital information and user expectations. While demand for librarians is high, the supply of licensed librarians does not meet demand.
The document discusses innovations in libraries, focusing on the experience of the Dora Gabe District Library in Dobrich, Bulgaria. It describes how the library has introduced new services enabled by information and communication technologies, such as virtual reference, electronic document delivery, and distance learning opportunities. These innovations help the library meet users' evolving needs and play a role in e-government initiatives at the local and national level.
This document discusses the need for marketing library and information services (LIS) using a strategic approach. It outlines the objectives of understanding the need for LIS marketing and the strategic planning process required. It also analyzes the "marketing mix" concept in the context of LIS marketing. The document identifies reasons for the need for LIS marketing like users having other information sources and lack of awareness about library facilities. It proposes elements of the marketing mix like customized information packages for different user groups and virtual reference services. The conclusion emphasizes that libraries must treat users as customers and develop effective marketing strategies to remain relevant.
This document provides an overview of information policy. It begins with definitions of information policy and discusses its history from the mid-1900s. Key areas of information policy are identified as literacy, privatization/distribution of government information, freedom of information access, protection of personal privacy, intellectual property rights, retention of archival copies, and citizens' charter of information rights. The objectives and types of information policy are also outlined. Finally, the document discusses activities related to information policy and concludes by noting information policy's growing role in the modern economy.
This document discusses ethics and information ethics. It begins with definitions of ethics and information ethics. It then discusses two major themes - plagiarism and copyright. It provides definitions and examples of both plagiarism and copyright. It discusses factors that determine fair use versus copyright infringement. It also discusses intellectual property, culture, and examples of copyright exceptions and debates around copyright law.
We have identified a parsimonious set of strategies and counter strategies related to
information politics, and some ways in which such politics could be prevented. In an era where information has been equated with power and prestige, information politics will increasingly come into play: it is the norm, not an exception. Organizations that recognize this have the greatest chance to reduce failure rates of IS projects.
This document discusses the impact of information and communication technologies (ICT) on libraries and librarians. It notes that ICT has changed libraries by making information digital, enabling online access and resource sharing, and shifting users from physical to digital access. This has impacted librarian roles and required new skills in ICT. The document outlines how libraries must integrate ICT and train librarians in its use to remain relevant information centers in a digital society.
The SCONUL Seven Pillars of Information Literacy model provides a framework for developing information literacy skills. The original 1999 model focused on skills but has since been expanded to also address attitudes and behaviors. The updated model takes the form of a "landscape" or "doughnut" shape rather than linear steps, making it more flexible and adaptable to different contexts and user groups. It also incorporates ideas from the Researcher Development Framework to emphasize information literacy for researchers.
This document discusses the current state and future direction of librarianship in the Philippines. It provides background on the history and development of libraries and librarianship in the country from ancient times to the modern period. It also discusses the education and training of librarians, legislation and laws governing the profession, statistics on supply and demand, and the competencies required of Filipino librarians. The roles and missions of libraries are changing with greater access to digital information and user expectations. While demand for librarians is high, the supply of licensed librarians does not meet demand.
The document discusses innovations in libraries, focusing on the experience of the Dora Gabe District Library in Dobrich, Bulgaria. It describes how the library has introduced new services enabled by information and communication technologies, such as virtual reference, electronic document delivery, and distance learning opportunities. These innovations help the library meet users' evolving needs and play a role in e-government initiatives at the local and national level.
This document discusses the need for marketing library and information services (LIS) using a strategic approach. It outlines the objectives of understanding the need for LIS marketing and the strategic planning process required. It also analyzes the "marketing mix" concept in the context of LIS marketing. The document identifies reasons for the need for LIS marketing like users having other information sources and lack of awareness about library facilities. It proposes elements of the marketing mix like customized information packages for different user groups and virtual reference services. The conclusion emphasizes that libraries must treat users as customers and develop effective marketing strategies to remain relevant.
This document provides an overview of information policy. It begins with definitions of information policy and discusses its history from the mid-1900s. Key areas of information policy are identified as literacy, privatization/distribution of government information, freedom of information access, protection of personal privacy, intellectual property rights, retention of archival copies, and citizens' charter of information rights. The objectives and types of information policy are also outlined. Finally, the document discusses activities related to information policy and concludes by noting information policy's growing role in the modern economy.
This document discusses ethics and information ethics. It begins with definitions of ethics and information ethics. It then discusses two major themes - plagiarism and copyright. It provides definitions and examples of both plagiarism and copyright. It discusses factors that determine fair use versus copyright infringement. It also discusses intellectual property, culture, and examples of copyright exceptions and debates around copyright law.
We have identified a parsimonious set of strategies and counter strategies related to
information politics, and some ways in which such politics could be prevented. In an era where information has been equated with power and prestige, information politics will increasingly come into play: it is the norm, not an exception. Organizations that recognize this have the greatest chance to reduce failure rates of IS projects.
This document discusses the impact of information and communication technologies (ICT) on libraries and librarians. It notes that ICT has changed libraries by making information digital, enabling online access and resource sharing, and shifting users from physical to digital access. This has impacted librarian roles and required new skills in ICT. The document outlines how libraries must integrate ICT and train librarians in its use to remain relevant information centers in a digital society.
An information society is a society where the creation, distribution, use, integration and manipulation of information is a significant economic, political, and cultural activity. The aim of the information society is to gain competitive advantage internationally, through using information technology (IT) in a creative and productive way. The knowledge economy is its economic counterpart, whereby wealth is created through the economic exploitation of understanding. People who have the means to partake in this form of society are sometimes called digital citizens. This is one of many dozen labels that have been identified to suggest that humans are entering a new phase of society.
Quezon City Librarians Association Inc sponsored forum on information literacy. Forum speaker is Ms. Elvie B. Lapuz of University of the Philippines Diliman Library.
Historical development of reference serviceCynthia Narra
This document discusses the historical development of reference service in libraries. It traces how universal education in the 19th century and the establishment of public libraries led to the emergence of reference service. As literacy increased and libraries provided reading materials, librarians began assisting patrons who knew how to read but not how to use libraries. Samuel Green first outlined the concept of reference service in 1876. Reference service aims to teach users research skills and help them find information to answer their questions. It has evolved with changing technologies and patron demographics.
This document outlines indicators of quality that can be used to evaluate research at both the university and individual researcher level. At the university level, macro bibliometric analysis looks at quantitative metrics like publication counts, citations, and collaboration rates. At the individual level, micro bibliometric analysis examines metrics for a single researcher such as their h-index, citation counts, publication counts, and more specialized author-level indicators. The document also discusses considerations for bibliometric indicators, including whether they properly measure quality or just what is easily quantified.
This document discusses digital transformation in academic libraries. It notes that change is the only permanent thing and that transformation involves changing from an existing to digital form. Digital technologies like the internet of things can be applied to library functions like circulation, inventory, security, and information literacy. The key reasons for digital transformation are customer demands driven by internet access, expectations from accrediting bodies for higher education institutions to keep up with technology standards, the pace of innovation, and new resources/formats. The document outlines a 5 step process for digital transformation and some challenges it presents like changing culture, maintaining strategy, collaboration, resources, and understanding new networked users.
The World of Digital Humanities : Digital Humanities in the WorldEdward Vanhoutte
Keynote lecture on the Cross Country/Faculty Workshop on Digital Humanities: Prospects and Proposals, North-West University Potchefstroomkampus, South-Africa, 13 November 2013
This document summarizes the challenges faced by libraries in acquiring quality academic journals. It discusses issues such as the high cost of subscriptions, limited budgets, effective collection development processes, and the shift from print to electronic resources. The document also provides recommendations for libraries to address these challenges through collaborative collection development, promoting open access, and leveraging technology to enhance access and discovery.
The document discusses India's transition from an information society to a knowledge society. It outlines some of the key technologies driving this change, such as the internet, broadband, and mobile technologies. It also describes some of India's efforts to promote informatization, such as programs initiated under Rajiv Gandhi and current policies supporting research universities. However, challenges remain around issues like the rural-urban divide and lack of local content and skills. The document concludes by defining characteristics of a knowledge society and steps needed to fully realize one in India, such as promoting IT mindsets, equitable access, and knowledge management capacity.
Presentation about AI and Libraries. Why should libraries follow technology and be the main information provider and how innovating libraries can reach the AI audience and the increased need for data and information.
A presentation on Digital Library Software by Rupesh Kumar A, Assistant Professor, Department of Studies and Research in Library and Information Science, Tumkur University, Tumakuru, Karnataka, India.
The document discusses the information cycle, which shows how coverage of an event evolves over time from initial social media reports to longer-term reference materials. It notes that in the minutes after an occurrence, social media provides fragmented basic information from citizens and journalists. Days later, news reports contain more details from journalists. Within weeks, magazines provide in-depth analysis and context. Months after, academic journals focus on discipline-specific aspects with sources. Years later, books and reference works provide comprehensive overviews written by specialists.
Library and Information Science Education for the 21st Century / Lyn Robinson Infodays
This presentation will consider the recent development of library and information science as an academic discipline, and the consequent changes required to library school curricula, in order to prepare professional practitioners for employment in today’s information society. These changes, led primarily by technological developments, include the need for consideration of new forms of documents, new methods of dissemination, new information behaviour patterns and increasing demand for novel information architectures. Alongside changes in technology, we can see the emergence of overlap with companion disciplines such as the digital humanities, and these must be accommodated, alongside more obvious connections, such as those with computer science. In conclusion from all of this, we can see that a course focused solely on traditional workplace skills will be insufficient for today’s portfolio-based workforce. We must have an emphasis on thinking skills, new literacies, and resilience, so that we prepare our graduates for employment beyond their first position.
Relationship of information science with library scienceSadaf Batool
Relationship of information science with library science
Presentation by Sadaf Batool
MPhil 1st semester
Table of contents
1. Definition of information science
2. Definition of library science
3. Primary history of library
4. Primary history of information
5. Progress of library science as (Library and information science)
6. IS &LS concerned task
7. Relationship of Information science with library science
8. According to S.R Nathan’s five laws
9. Difference of Information science &Library science
10. Conclusion
11. References
Definition of information science
Information science is that discipline that investigates the properties and behavior of information, the forces governing the flow of information, and the means of processing information for optimum accessibility and usability.
It primarily concerned with the analysis, collection, classification, manipulation, storage, retrieval, movement, dissemination, and protection of information.
This includes the investigation of information representations in both natural and artificial systems, the use of codes for efficient message transmission, and the study of information processing devices and techniques such as computers and their programming systems.
It is an interdisciplinary science derived from and related to such fields as mathematics, logic, linguistics, psychology, computer technology, operations research, the graphic arts, communications, library science, management, and other similar fields. It has both a pure science component, which inquiries into the subject without regard to its application, and an applied science component, which develops services and products." (Borko, 1968, p.3The study of – the use of information, – its sources and development; – usually taken to refer to the role of scientific, industrial and specialized libraries and information units – in the handling and – dissemination of information. (Prytherch, 2005)
The systematic study and analysis of the – sources, – development, – collection, – organization, – dissemination, – evaluation, – use, and – management of information in all its forms, including the channels (formal and informal) and technology used in its communication. – –(Reitz, 2004) Definition of library science
The study of principles and practices of library care, and organization and administration of a library, and of its technical, informational, and reference services.
Library science as “a generic term for the study of libraries and information units, the role they play in society, their various component routines and processes, and their history and future development. (Harrods ‘Librarian’s Glossary)
Collection of reading material, its processing, organization and dissemination started with the advent of library. The knowledge and its implementation in respect of library may therefore be called library science.
The professional kn
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.
An information society is a society where the creation, distribution, use, integration and manipulation of information is a significant economic, political and cultural activity. The concept originated in Japan in the 1960s and aims to gain competitive advantage internationally through creative and productive use of information technology. Key characteristics include information empowerment, information consciousness, and use of information as an economic resource. The information society differs from the industrial society in that its core functions involve mental labor rather than physical labor and information productive power rather than material productive power. Today, the internet and computer networks have connected people globally and reduced reliance on physical resources and interactions.
Marketing of information services & productsVISHNUMAYA R S
This document provides an overview of marketing concepts for libraries and information services. It defines marketing, discusses the need for marketing in libraries, and outlines some of the key tools and concepts in marketing including the 4Ps (product, price, place, promotion), segmentation, positioning, SWOT analysis, and product lifecycle. The goal of marketing for libraries is to better understand user needs and satisfy users to maximize the use of information resources.
An information search model provides a structure to support the development of research, problem-solving, and self-awareness skills. When students understand the model, they can better comprehend the scope of the task and strategies needed to complete it. A common model used across a school allows students to gradually learn expert search patterns and apply them in different contexts. Several examples of information search models are described, including the INFOhio DIALOGUE Model, I-Search, Pathways to Knowledge, the Ws of Information Inquiry, and the Research Cycle.
Impact of Media on Socio Economic Conditions of Rural Area with special refer...professionalpanorama
Media has impacted the socio-economic conditions of rural areas in Jaipur, India in several ways. It has increased economic opportunities for farmers by providing timely information on market rates and farming techniques. It has also helped eliminate middlemen and increase sales prices for agricultural products. Media campaigns have improved public health and sanitation by promoting initiatives like building toilets in homes and vaccination drives. While media still has room to grow in rural areas, it has begun playing a valuable role in development and social change.
The impact of community information centres on community development in akoko...Alexander Decker
This study investigated the impact of community information centres on community development in four communities in Akoko North West Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. A survey was conducted using questionnaires distributed to 200 respondents from the communities. The study found that availability of community information services was rare in the communities, and residents were unaware of how community information centres could empower and transform their lives socially, economically, technologically and educationally. It also discovered the information needs of the communities included agriculture, health, leadership, education, and legal issues. Finally, the study determined that establishing well-stocked community information centres could positively impact and accelerate community development by empowering residents and facilitating social change.
An information society is a society where the creation, distribution, use, integration and manipulation of information is a significant economic, political, and cultural activity. The aim of the information society is to gain competitive advantage internationally, through using information technology (IT) in a creative and productive way. The knowledge economy is its economic counterpart, whereby wealth is created through the economic exploitation of understanding. People who have the means to partake in this form of society are sometimes called digital citizens. This is one of many dozen labels that have been identified to suggest that humans are entering a new phase of society.
Quezon City Librarians Association Inc sponsored forum on information literacy. Forum speaker is Ms. Elvie B. Lapuz of University of the Philippines Diliman Library.
Historical development of reference serviceCynthia Narra
This document discusses the historical development of reference service in libraries. It traces how universal education in the 19th century and the establishment of public libraries led to the emergence of reference service. As literacy increased and libraries provided reading materials, librarians began assisting patrons who knew how to read but not how to use libraries. Samuel Green first outlined the concept of reference service in 1876. Reference service aims to teach users research skills and help them find information to answer their questions. It has evolved with changing technologies and patron demographics.
This document outlines indicators of quality that can be used to evaluate research at both the university and individual researcher level. At the university level, macro bibliometric analysis looks at quantitative metrics like publication counts, citations, and collaboration rates. At the individual level, micro bibliometric analysis examines metrics for a single researcher such as their h-index, citation counts, publication counts, and more specialized author-level indicators. The document also discusses considerations for bibliometric indicators, including whether they properly measure quality or just what is easily quantified.
This document discusses digital transformation in academic libraries. It notes that change is the only permanent thing and that transformation involves changing from an existing to digital form. Digital technologies like the internet of things can be applied to library functions like circulation, inventory, security, and information literacy. The key reasons for digital transformation are customer demands driven by internet access, expectations from accrediting bodies for higher education institutions to keep up with technology standards, the pace of innovation, and new resources/formats. The document outlines a 5 step process for digital transformation and some challenges it presents like changing culture, maintaining strategy, collaboration, resources, and understanding new networked users.
The World of Digital Humanities : Digital Humanities in the WorldEdward Vanhoutte
Keynote lecture on the Cross Country/Faculty Workshop on Digital Humanities: Prospects and Proposals, North-West University Potchefstroomkampus, South-Africa, 13 November 2013
This document summarizes the challenges faced by libraries in acquiring quality academic journals. It discusses issues such as the high cost of subscriptions, limited budgets, effective collection development processes, and the shift from print to electronic resources. The document also provides recommendations for libraries to address these challenges through collaborative collection development, promoting open access, and leveraging technology to enhance access and discovery.
The document discusses India's transition from an information society to a knowledge society. It outlines some of the key technologies driving this change, such as the internet, broadband, and mobile technologies. It also describes some of India's efforts to promote informatization, such as programs initiated under Rajiv Gandhi and current policies supporting research universities. However, challenges remain around issues like the rural-urban divide and lack of local content and skills. The document concludes by defining characteristics of a knowledge society and steps needed to fully realize one in India, such as promoting IT mindsets, equitable access, and knowledge management capacity.
Presentation about AI and Libraries. Why should libraries follow technology and be the main information provider and how innovating libraries can reach the AI audience and the increased need for data and information.
A presentation on Digital Library Software by Rupesh Kumar A, Assistant Professor, Department of Studies and Research in Library and Information Science, Tumkur University, Tumakuru, Karnataka, India.
The document discusses the information cycle, which shows how coverage of an event evolves over time from initial social media reports to longer-term reference materials. It notes that in the minutes after an occurrence, social media provides fragmented basic information from citizens and journalists. Days later, news reports contain more details from journalists. Within weeks, magazines provide in-depth analysis and context. Months after, academic journals focus on discipline-specific aspects with sources. Years later, books and reference works provide comprehensive overviews written by specialists.
Library and Information Science Education for the 21st Century / Lyn Robinson Infodays
This presentation will consider the recent development of library and information science as an academic discipline, and the consequent changes required to library school curricula, in order to prepare professional practitioners for employment in today’s information society. These changes, led primarily by technological developments, include the need for consideration of new forms of documents, new methods of dissemination, new information behaviour patterns and increasing demand for novel information architectures. Alongside changes in technology, we can see the emergence of overlap with companion disciplines such as the digital humanities, and these must be accommodated, alongside more obvious connections, such as those with computer science. In conclusion from all of this, we can see that a course focused solely on traditional workplace skills will be insufficient for today’s portfolio-based workforce. We must have an emphasis on thinking skills, new literacies, and resilience, so that we prepare our graduates for employment beyond their first position.
Relationship of information science with library scienceSadaf Batool
Relationship of information science with library science
Presentation by Sadaf Batool
MPhil 1st semester
Table of contents
1. Definition of information science
2. Definition of library science
3. Primary history of library
4. Primary history of information
5. Progress of library science as (Library and information science)
6. IS &LS concerned task
7. Relationship of Information science with library science
8. According to S.R Nathan’s five laws
9. Difference of Information science &Library science
10. Conclusion
11. References
Definition of information science
Information science is that discipline that investigates the properties and behavior of information, the forces governing the flow of information, and the means of processing information for optimum accessibility and usability.
It primarily concerned with the analysis, collection, classification, manipulation, storage, retrieval, movement, dissemination, and protection of information.
This includes the investigation of information representations in both natural and artificial systems, the use of codes for efficient message transmission, and the study of information processing devices and techniques such as computers and their programming systems.
It is an interdisciplinary science derived from and related to such fields as mathematics, logic, linguistics, psychology, computer technology, operations research, the graphic arts, communications, library science, management, and other similar fields. It has both a pure science component, which inquiries into the subject without regard to its application, and an applied science component, which develops services and products." (Borko, 1968, p.3The study of – the use of information, – its sources and development; – usually taken to refer to the role of scientific, industrial and specialized libraries and information units – in the handling and – dissemination of information. (Prytherch, 2005)
The systematic study and analysis of the – sources, – development, – collection, – organization, – dissemination, – evaluation, – use, and – management of information in all its forms, including the channels (formal and informal) and technology used in its communication. – –(Reitz, 2004) Definition of library science
The study of principles and practices of library care, and organization and administration of a library, and of its technical, informational, and reference services.
Library science as “a generic term for the study of libraries and information units, the role they play in society, their various component routines and processes, and their history and future development. (Harrods ‘Librarian’s Glossary)
Collection of reading material, its processing, organization and dissemination started with the advent of library. The knowledge and its implementation in respect of library may therefore be called library science.
The professional kn
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.
An information society is a society where the creation, distribution, use, integration and manipulation of information is a significant economic, political and cultural activity. The concept originated in Japan in the 1960s and aims to gain competitive advantage internationally through creative and productive use of information technology. Key characteristics include information empowerment, information consciousness, and use of information as an economic resource. The information society differs from the industrial society in that its core functions involve mental labor rather than physical labor and information productive power rather than material productive power. Today, the internet and computer networks have connected people globally and reduced reliance on physical resources and interactions.
Marketing of information services & productsVISHNUMAYA R S
This document provides an overview of marketing concepts for libraries and information services. It defines marketing, discusses the need for marketing in libraries, and outlines some of the key tools and concepts in marketing including the 4Ps (product, price, place, promotion), segmentation, positioning, SWOT analysis, and product lifecycle. The goal of marketing for libraries is to better understand user needs and satisfy users to maximize the use of information resources.
An information search model provides a structure to support the development of research, problem-solving, and self-awareness skills. When students understand the model, they can better comprehend the scope of the task and strategies needed to complete it. A common model used across a school allows students to gradually learn expert search patterns and apply them in different contexts. Several examples of information search models are described, including the INFOhio DIALOGUE Model, I-Search, Pathways to Knowledge, the Ws of Information Inquiry, and the Research Cycle.
Impact of Media on Socio Economic Conditions of Rural Area with special refer...professionalpanorama
Media has impacted the socio-economic conditions of rural areas in Jaipur, India in several ways. It has increased economic opportunities for farmers by providing timely information on market rates and farming techniques. It has also helped eliminate middlemen and increase sales prices for agricultural products. Media campaigns have improved public health and sanitation by promoting initiatives like building toilets in homes and vaccination drives. While media still has room to grow in rural areas, it has begun playing a valuable role in development and social change.
The impact of community information centres on community development in akoko...Alexander Decker
This study investigated the impact of community information centres on community development in four communities in Akoko North West Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. A survey was conducted using questionnaires distributed to 200 respondents from the communities. The study found that availability of community information services was rare in the communities, and residents were unaware of how community information centres could empower and transform their lives socially, economically, technologically and educationally. It also discovered the information needs of the communities included agriculture, health, leadership, education, and legal issues. Finally, the study determined that establishing well-stocked community information centres could positively impact and accelerate community development by empowering residents and facilitating social change.
EFFECTIVENESS OF RADIO PROGRAMME IN BRIDGING THE ILLITERACY GAP IN THE RURAL ...AJHSSR Journal
ABSTRACT: The study investigated the effectiveness of the radio programme in bridging the illiteracy gap in
the rural areas of Bayelsa State. The research was based on the development media theory. The survey method
was used; the study's population was 470,800, and a sample size of 385 was calculated using an
Australian online sample size calculator. The study used a multistage sampling procedure, with a questionnaire
as the data gathering tool. The findings revealed that 54% of respondents are highly exposed to the news in
language programme, 98% of respondents confirmed that Radio Bayelsa's use of language in information
dissemination is a welcome development that should be encouraged, and 81% of the respondents attested that
news in language has been very effective in bridging the illiteracy gap in the rural areas of Yenagoa metropolis.
Therefore, the researchers recommended that the residents strive for more exposure to language broadcast
programs in order to be adequately informed. Therefore, more language programs should be made available on
Radio Bayelsa and other broadcast media organizations in the state; language broadcast should be encouraged
and embraced by media organizations during news or program broadcast; and media organizations should be
very creative in working with creative producers to create programmes in languages and airtime/space be
allocated to such programmes.
Everyday information literacy: CILIP Public & Mobile Library Group conferen...Pamela McKinney
This document outlines a presentation on everyday information literacy. It begins with introducing definitions of information literacy and contrasting perspectives from different organizations. It then discusses several studies on information literacy in specific contexts and communities. A model of an "information landscape" is presented, consisting of epistemic, social, and corporeal modalities of information. Attendees then reflect on and discuss their own information landscapes. The role of public libraries in supporting citizens' information literacy is debated. Challenges and opportunities for libraries are also considered.
Extension Roles and Community Development Projects on Building Nutritional Fo...BRNSSPublicationHubI
This document summarizes a research article about extension roles and community development projects focused on building a nutritional food basket program using orange flesh sweetpotato varieties in Nigeria. It discusses how community-based organizations in Nigeria worked with the Building Nutritious Food Baskets project, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, to provide training to farmers on growing and utilizing orange flesh sweetpotatoes as a vitamin A-rich staple crop. Through a 10-day training course, some farmers were trained to then serve as secondary facilitators in their communities to teach others about sweetpotato production, processing, and consumption in order to improve nutrition and food security, especially for women and children. The roles of agricultural extension agents in supporting such
The role of public libraries in promoting literacy in zimbabweAlexander Decker
This document discusses the role of public libraries in promoting literacy in Zimbabwe. It begins by defining literacy and outlining the value of literacy for individuals and societies. It then discusses how public libraries have employed strategies like storytelling sessions to help Zimbabwe achieve the highest literacy rate in Africa. Some of the strategies discussed include providing children's sections with books and materials to support literacy, as well as programs for parents. However, public libraries in Zimbabwe also face challenges, such as lack of funding. The document recommends that public libraries contribute to sustaining high literacy rates through innovative programs that engage people of all ages.
This article examines the interaction between traditional communication systems and modern mass media in a Nigerian rural setting. It finds that while the modern mass media introduces an impersonal, foreign language-based system, the traditional interpersonal and interactive communication networks still play an important role in transmitting knowledge, beliefs, and socialization. The traditional systems are argued to retain their functions for some time, as a new socio-economic system evolves within the existing village structures. The interaction between the two systems can lead to both complementary outcomes and potential implications for traditional communication.
Information repackaging for traditional bonesetters in nsukkaIAEME Publication
This document discusses information repackaging for traditional bonesetters in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria. It begins with an abstract that summarizes the paper and introduces information repackaging and traditional bone setting. It then provides background on traditional bonesetters as primary healthcare providers in rural Nigeria and the need to repackage information to make it understandable and usable. The document reviews literature on traditional bone setting, information repackaging methods, and challenges faced. It describes the study's methodology, which included interviews and questionnaires with bonesetters and librarians. The purpose is to understand bonesetters' information needs, effective repackaging methods, challenges faced in repackaging, and impacts of
Rural Area Development Strategy through Rural Infrastructure Development ProgramSuwandi, Dr. SE.,MSi
This study was conducted in Biak District of Papua employing the quantitative method. The strategic concept in the development of local institutional capacity was to maximise the role of institutions as social capital not taken over, such as driving as farmers’ cooperatives, cooperatives as agro-tourism objects, and integrating the local institutional system under the auspices of Papua local institutions.
Rural Area Development Strategy through Rural Infrastructure Development ProgramSuwandi, Dr. SE.,MSi
This document summarizes a study on rural development strategies in Biak District, Papua, Indonesia. The study used quantitative methods to analyze rural infrastructure development programs. It found that capacity building for local institutions, integrated agricultural systems, and sustainable development were key strategic concepts. Factor analysis identified five important factors: processing and marketing, seed and planting techniques, farm factors, upstream factors, and irrigation environment. The conclusion discusses policies needed to encourage integrated agriculture, empower the rural poor, and improve access to resources, technologies, education, capital and markets.
Towards a Smart and Inclusive IKN : A Photovoice ApproachRiri Kusumarani
1. The document discusses using photovoice methodology to understand public perspectives on an inclusive knowledge network (IKN) development in Indonesia.
2. Nine participants were selected and provided photos online along with explanations, which were analyzed into six themes around accessibility, culture, waste management, safety, facilities for children and elderly, and support for those with disabilities.
3. The analysis found public support for accessible facilities, culture preservation, innovative waste solutions, safe urban design, and accommodations for children, elderly and those with disabilities in the new IKN, though the study had limitations as informants may not represent all Indonesians.
International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Humanities and Social Science. IJHSSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Humanities and Social Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
1) Information literacy is essential for individuals and societies as information is now as important as basic needs like food and shelter.
2) In India, there is a large gap in information literacy as 26% of people live below the poverty line, 35% are uneducated, and 70% live in rural villages that lack internet and library resources.
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Role of the library in disseminating information for rural development in nigeria
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ROLE OF THE LIBRARY IN DISSEMINATING INFORMATION FOR RURAL
DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
1
Oyinkepreye Sawyerr-George, 2
Emilian Bribena, 1
Paleowei Zikena Cletus
1. Bayelsa State College of Arts and Science,
PMB 168 Elebele, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
2. Niger Delta University, Ammasomma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
oyinkepreyegeorgesawyer@yahoo.com
08035409760, 08134804032, 08037744020
Abstract
The paper discusses the role of the Library in rural development. It discusses the importance of
information to rural people, the concepts of development and rural development, information
needs of rural dwellers, challenges faced by rural people in accessing information and the role of
the library and librarian in the development of rural communities. The paper is an opinion paper.
Historical research design was used for the paper and data was obtained from documentary
sources and analysed with content analysis in a narrative form. Findings from literature reviewed
showed that the information needs of the rural people were numerous, ranging from health,
agriculture and allied occupations, education, housing, employment, transportation, religion,
recreation, culture, welfare and family matters. Their challenges of accessing information were
due to illiteracy, poverty, lack of information infrastructure, lack of libraries and information
centers. The library can fill the information need of the rural people through education, provision
of reading and information materials. It concludes by stating that the library plays an important
role in rural development, so they should endeavor to stock the rural libraries with materials that
will meet the information needs of the rural people. It goes further to recommend that librarians
working in the different types of libraries should endeavor to acquire materials such as books and
make ideas available through radio broadcast and cassette recordings.
Keywords: Library, Rural development, Librarian, Information needs, Information dissemination
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INTRODUCTION
Information is power and an important raw material for development to rural dwellers. The
availability of information in the society fosters meaningful social awareness, cohesion and
integration for a more productive life. The prosperity, progress, and development of any nation
depend upon the nation's ability to acquire, produce, access, and use pertinent information.
According to Harande (2009) “access to information and advice is a key resource for local people
in maintaining active and independent lives, and access to information is also critical to letting
people know their entitlements to welfare benefits and sources of support to overcome social
exclusion.”
Statement of problem
Information is essential for survival and the development of rural societies and can be used
to improve the lifestyles of rural people. The rural dwellers need information to be free from
ignorance, misconception, economic stagnation, political instability and the inability to access
funds from government agencies. Lack of information, most times has led to prenatal death, infant
mortality, frustration due to their inability to access funds from government agencies. Although
studies have been carried out in the past relating to the role of information to rural development,
not much has been written on the role of the library in providing information to rural dwellers to
fill their information need. Information science in the past has neglected research on basically non
literate societies such as those living in the rural areas of Nigeria. In order to improve the situation,
this paper is aimed at identifying the information needs of rural people and the problems of
disseminating information to them, so that the rural people could be re-integrated into the main
stream of the information society and be able to solve their problems with the aid of the library.
Objectives of the study
- To identify the information needs of rural dwellers in Nigeria
- To find out the role of the library in disseminating information to rural dwellers in
Nigeria
- To find out the challenges faced by the rural dwellers in accessing information in
Nigeria; and
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- To find out the strategies that could be used in improving information by the library to
rural dwellers in Nigeria.
METHODOLOGY AND METHOD OF DATA ANALYSIS
The paper used the historical research method. Documentary sources from primary sources were
used for gathering data. Data from documentary sources were collected from newspapers articles,
unpublished theses, reports, books, journals and web documents. The information was assessed
using internal and external criticism. Documents were analysed in a narrative form with the aid of
content analysis.
Conceptual clarifications
Information is the lifeblood of any society and vital to the activities of both the government and
private sectors. According to Dike (2010), who maintained that the position of nations, their power
and influence, increasingly depend on their access to and ability to use information. A nation’s
development is hinged on the progress and productivity of the citizenry. It is therefore mandatory
that the citizens of a nation are well informed of their rights, obligations and privileges, so as to
maintain peace and settle disputes amicably. Oyegade (2000) emphasizes that information is the
most singular variable that differentiates and determines if a country is in the first, second, third
or fourth world. Information is considered a basic condition for economic development, together
with capital, labor and raw materials. Nations that have access to information have the most
economic, political power and prestige. Ononogbo (2003) states that information reduces
uncertainty, while improving the accuracy of decisions. Its absence means policy mistake,
educational disputes, slower productivity growth, which affects the quantity, success and
effectiveness of public policy. Etim (2010) opines that the way information is provided and
disseminated has preoccupied man since ancient times.
The Nigerian nation is a developing one with its numerous rural communities. It has all the indices
of a developing country like poverty, low Gross domestic product, low literacy levels, leadership
challenges and poor medical services. Development is hinged on the progress and productivity of
the citizenry and this development of countries globally cannot be achieved without the
development of the rural communities. The rural communities make up to 80 percent of the people
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in developing countries and such people live in the rural areas. These rural people need positive,
relevant and prompt attention in their daily activities. Rural areas are daily faced by negative
consequences such as exodus of rural dwellers to urban areas, with resulting problems of
unemployment, crime, prostitution, child labor, insecurity, money laundering, bribery, poverty,
conflicts, proliferation of shanty living areas, spread of diseases, overstretching of the facilities
and infrastructures in the urban areas. Alegbeleye and Aina (1985) stated that "the third world
countries have now realized that unless the rural areas are well developed, there would be no
meaningful development in these countries." They further stated that development can only be
effective if rural dwellers have access to relevant and diverse information for their daily activities.
Okiy (2003) also stated that rural development is a basis for economic development and
information is an important ingredient in their developmental process. People in rural areas
whether literate or not should have access to any kind of information which will help them to
become capable and productive in their social and political obligations, to become better informed
citizens generally. Similarly Diso (1994) opined that "information must be seen as a basic resource
for development, if durable structures are to be provided for effective access and utilization, which
entails information capturing, coordination, processing, and dissemination.
Rural development
The concept rural development refers to the likely development of rural communities and people.
It means the capacity of a country to improve the social welfare of the people through providing
social amenities like quality education, portable water, transportation, infrastructure and medical
care. According to Obi (2014) it is a sociological concept in which the rural poor represents a
reservoir of untapped talent, a target group that should be given the opportunity to enjoy the
benefits of development through education, and good health and education. Rural development is
linked with a broad based re-organization and mobilization of rural masses to enhance their
capacity to effectively cope with the daily changes of life. For rural development to have a
noticeable impact on our lives and development, information infrastructure such as good roads,
heath facilities, schools, information centres and libraries should be put in place for any meaningful
development to take place.
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Information needs of rural dwellers
Information need is an individual or group's desire to locate and obtain information to satisfy a
conscious or unconscious need, as posited by Allen (1989). The ‘information’ and ‘need’ in
‘information need’ have an inseparable interconnection, according to Taylor (1962). Harande
(2009) stated that the information needs of rural communities are many and multidimensional, and
were in the areas of health, agriculture and allied occupations, education, housing, employment,
transportation, religion, recreation, culture, welfare and family matters ,legal matters crime and
safety, government and its policies. In her view Sawyerr-George (2012) opined that the
information needs of rural dwellers are in the areas of income generation, which include projects,
non farm incomes and money-saving initiatives. Others she mentioned were information about
community leadership, literacy support, basic economics, which has to do with petty trading,
finance and loans, government loans and rural development. Ugboma (2002) reiterated the
information needs of rural oil producing communities were in the areas of gas flaring , health and
compensation. Ugboma (2010) goes further to state that the legal information needs of rural oil
producing communities were in the areas of land ownership and rentage, compensation welfare,
negotiations and rights, community employment, oil exploration and exploitation and operational
rules for the company. Other information needs of oil producing communities she stated are
related to the disposition of mineral land rents, the application of the derivation principle to the
allocation of federally collected mineral revenues, the appropriate institutional and fiscal responses
to the ecological problems of the oil-producing areas, the responsibility of the oil-prospecting
companies to the oil producing communities and the appropriate arrangements for securing the
integrity and autonomy of the oil producing communities within the present federal structure.
The role of the Library in rural development
Libraries as custodians of human knowledge have the responsibility to preserve information in
their current form. According to Kubenje & Aghoghovwia (2008), libraries are more than a storage
facility for printed texts, making use of new technologies in the world of information and
communication technology (ICT). The library and information professionals should be seen as
important tools for the development of rural communities. Development can only be achieved
when the rural people are informed, and this can only happen through the establishment of
community libraries in the rural communities and the local government headquarters. The
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librarians in these libraries could assist in improving the lives of the rural populace through the
following:
Through education, the main purpose of the library is to obtain, preserve and make available
recorded information to man. According to Ekere (2009) the library can promote the spread of
knowledge through education and culture to all categories of the population. Education is a primary
function of books and it is a basis for development. The library can organize adult literacy classes
to improve the lives of the people. This can be done by providing reading materials, audio-visual
materials, teachers manuals, teaching aids and teacher instructional materials.
The library can promote the use of indigenous knowledge by stocking its collection with
indigenous knowledge materials. According to Nwabueze and Anyira (2010), libraries can
promote access to indigenous knowledge by creating an environment which permits face-to-face
forums and network formation to discuss and debate on issues that might be of use to members of
the communities. For example, libraries can organize talk shows involving traditional rulers,
elderly people and professionals to gather and record information on various local vocations from
different subject areas ranging from agriculture, ecosystem, medical care, and conflict
management processes. The importance of newspapers cannot be overemphasized, Yang and Ishak
(2012) emphasizes the importance of preserving newspapers in the library.
Oral medium such as discussion forums, listening and viewing sessions and drama are emphasized
by Banjo (1977), while Gneye (2002), opines that information to rural communities can be
disseminated through traditional communication, such as word of mouth, troubadours, journal,
radio and television. The language resources of oral tradition, proverbs, axioms, and otherwise
saying should be explored to reinforce modern problem solving skills, and they should be cautious
about the use of electronic media that is so individualized. One can in closet say things without
attention to civility and communal coexistence. Information can be disseminated using the African
folklore, in the form of oral tradition, because information carries many communication and peace
building traditions. The values, ideas and customs of a people is born in their language.
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Through word of mouth, however, the people will readily speak to anyone willing to listen,
expressing his discontent with government, oil companies and their beneficiaries (Kperogi, 2007)
Tinuade and Fadekemi (2015) also stated that Librarians can use word of mouth in their different
communities to disseminate information and serve as a general center of reliable information.
Through mobile libraries, libraries provide access to information by teaching children reading
skills to the children in the rural areas and the arrangement of adult education classes for adults in
the community. The library can also engage in mobile library so as to reach those that cannot
access the library directly. In Rivers state, the state library board has organized such by providing
libraries on wheels and large boats to meet the information needs of the rural people. According
to Kubenje & Aghoghovwia (2008), there is a justification for libraries to get involved in
eradicating illiteracy. The library can do this by providing space, materials and guidance in
developing the reading skills of the illiterate people. The library should also be willing to provide
non book materials in the form of e-books, cassettes, films tapes and video recordings with reading
kits to meaningfully contribute to community education and development. Libraries according to
Kubenje & Aghoghovwia (2008), should offer customizes services of relevant literature, provide
bibliographic services, offer selective dissemination of information and current awareness services
to the rural people. The library has to provide the public with the full range of services it can offer
the people so as to recognize for its importance by the people. The librarians build lasting
relationships with the people so that the communities, such as non-governmental organizations,
community development workers, social workers, teachers, youth workers, medical teams, child
guidance workers, trade unions, civil society workers and community lawyers they are serving will
be able to trust their source of information.
Local media such as radio and television especially radio which is affordable due to its low-cost
can be used as strategies of dissemination information in conflict management.. According to
Tinuade and Fadekemi (2015) these media are known to have a large coverage of audience which
should be exploited by libraries in reaching the populace. Radio remains the most powerful, and
cheapest, mass medium for reaching large numbers of people in isolated areas, and with the
revolution of the transistor, even the remotest villages have access to radio programmes to solve
their problems. The library can also work with community agencies and professionals to develop
programmes that will promote good health principles. According to Kubenje & Aghoghovwia
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(2008), the library should serve as an institution to display posters, advertisement, community
radio and media publications that will be useful to the people to meet their health information
needs.
Challenges faced by rural people in accessing information
Rural people have faced different challenges in accessing information such as illiteracy, poverty,
lack of information infrastructure, lack of libraries and information centres. Others include lack
of teachers, internet facilities and books in schools for teachers to access information, introduction
of propaganda and many programmes that are not fully relevant to the development of rural
communities were also considered as part of the challenges. The information received by the rural
dwellers is either not reliable or distorted in the process of transmission. This unhealthy situation
keeps the rural communities in Nigeria and other developing countries far away from development
indicators.
FINDINGS
Findings from the literature review shows that their information needs were in the areas of health,
agriculture and allied occupations, education, housing, employment, transportation, religion,
recreation, culture, welfare and family matters ,legal matters crime and safety, government and its
policies.
Findings also shows that challenges faced by the rural dwellers in accessing information in Nigeria
includes illiteracy, poverty, lack of information infrastructure, lack of libraries and information
centres. Others include lack of teachers, internet facilities and books in schools for teachers to
access information.
Finally, findings revealed that the library can fill the information needs of rural people through
education, provision of reading and information materials, oral medium such as discussion forums,
listening and viewing sessions and drama, mobile libraries, and local media such as radio and
television.
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CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The paper concludes by emphasizing that libraries and librarians play important roles in providing
relevant information to fill the information needs of the rural dwellers in Nigeria, for rural
development. It goes further to recommend that librarians working in the different types of libraries
should endeavor to identify the services and information needed by the people, acquire materials
such as books and make ideas available through radio broadcast and cassette recordings to meet
the information needs of the rural people. The libraries should solicit for external funding and
financial support to achieve their goals and market their services to the people, because if their
information needs are met, the rural populace will be informed, thus reducing the negative effects
of lack of information that will enable them live meaningful lives.
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