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The Use of Electronic Journals by Lecturers: A Case Study of University of Ibadan, Nigeria
(International Journal of Education and Social Science, 2014-08) Nwaogu Humphrey Oguchinalu; Ifijeh Goodluck I
This study investigated the use of electronic journals by lecturers of University of Ibadan, Nigeria. The descriptive survey research was adopted for the study. Questionnaire was used as the data collecting tool for this study. The population comprise of all faculties (Lecturers) of the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. A total of four hundred and sixty-seven questionnaires were filled and returned.
The study found that lecturers in the University of Ibadan use e-journals for personal and academic reasons. It was also discovered that in their quest to use electronic journals, lecturers face such challenges as low bandwidth, poor electricity supply etc. Solutions and recommendations were however offered.
Preservation and Conservation of Information Materials in Special Libraries in Nigeria
(Journal of Research in Education and Society., 2011-08) Lateef Elizabeth Bukunola; Aina A. J.; Adeleke O.
This study was carried out to investigate as its major aim the conservation and preservation practices at Chevron Texaco Nigeria Limited, and the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF), Lagos. A descriptive research design was used for the study. A total population of 60 was considered for the study. Questionnaire, interview and personal observations were the major instruments used for data collection. Data were analyzed using frequency tables and percentages. The study established that the major factor responsible for the deterioration of information materials in these organizations is the poor handling of information materials. Space was observed to be the major problem confronting effective preservation and conservation of information materials. Although this problem was partially solved by transferring documents awaiting retention to the archive. It was therefore recommended among others that there should be training programmes for information handlers/users, and improvement in the storage environment should also be given to priority paramount.
Students’ Use and Evaluation of College Libraries in Crawford University, Nigeria
(Journal of Applied Information Science and Technology, 2016) Lateef Elizabeth Bukunola; Omotoso Akinkunmi Oluseun; Fagbola Bolanle Oluyemisi
Purpose: College libraries in universities complement the efforts of main libraries in information provision to students and faculty members. They provide prompt reference opportunity and bring library and information services closer to users. This study assessed the level of usage and users’ assessment of college libraries at the Crawford University, Nigeria.
Methodology: The study evaluated the users’ level of satisfaction with the resources and services of the two college libraries in the university. The respondents were undergraduate students at their various levels of study, 100-400 levels. 200 students were randomly selected for the study and corresponding copies of the questionnaire were administered on them to gather data. A total of 194 (87%) responses were received.
Findings: The results indicated that the students use their college libraries sparingly; they use the libraries less for references and other academic purposes but more for relaxation in between lectures and to discuss with mates and friends. However, the respondents rate the information resources, services and facilities of the libraries as fair. The study concluded that the resources and services of the college libraries are poorly used and used less for academic purposes. This may not be unconnected with the fair rating of the libraries by the respondents.
Implications: The research emphasised that there should be adequate awareness on the benefits of using the college libraries to students as it was discovered that the level of usage was poor.
Originality/Value: The study proffered recommendations among which are guided tour of the libraries during the fresh students’ orientation programme; improvement in the user education course of the University, it should made more practical; and motivation of staff of the library in order to make them more pleasant and responsive to users’ services and needs.
Records Management and Preservation Practices in Motor Registration and Licensing Offices in South-West Nigeria
(Journal of Applied Information Science andTechnology, 2016) Lateef Elizabeth Bukunola; Omotosho Akinkunmi Oluseun; Amusa Oyintola Isiaka; Bello Taoffik Olatunde
Purpose: This study investigated the status of records management in themotor registration and licensing offices in south-west Nigeria.This is because there have been many instances at the licensing offices in Nigeria of misplaced or lost records thus raising a question on how records are managed.
Methodology: Survey research method was adopted, and questionnaire was used to gather data. The respondents are the entire staff of the licensing offices at the state capital of the six states that constituted the zone.150 copies of questionnaire were administered to the personnel on random basis out of which 118 (79%) were duly completed and returned.
Findings: Analysis of data obtained revealed that management of records at the licensing offices is poor and lack modernity. There are no adequate records management facilities in the offices besides cabinet storage and dusting of records. There are no policy documents for records management, there is absence of designated records management staff and departments; Proper training, workshops and skills in records management are lacking amongst the personnel.
Implications: This study has implications on the management of records in licensing offices in southwest Nigeria because records support decision-making, provide evidence of policies, decisions, transactions and other activities consequently records management and preservation are crucial. Records management and preservation focus on efficient and systematic control of records that are created as a result of activities and transactions among individuals, in public and private establishments.
Originality/value: The study in conclusion recommends the institutionalization of records management policies, the appointment of a records manager, training and re-training of existing staff, and adoption of ICT to manage records.
Information and Communication Technology Adoption and Use Among Students Of A Nigerian University For Distance Learning
(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2015) Lateef Elizabeth Bukunola; Omotosho Akinkunmi Oluseun; Amusa Oyintola Isiaka; Bello Taoffik Olatunde
This study investigates the use of ICT for distance learning by students of the National Open University of Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was adopted for this study and the main instrument for data collection was questionnaire. Copies of the questionnaire were administered on students of the National Open University of Nigeria, main campus, Lagos. Findings from the data analysis revealed that the level of ICT use among the respondents was high and; easy accessibility to most of the ICT facilities needed for distance learning is identified as the major factor responsible for the high level of usage of ICT by the respondents. Benefits, such as enhanced access to quality education, improved level of knowledge, opportunity to study through a variety of methods, cost effective education opportunities as well as overcoming time barriers were some of the benefits the use of ICT for distance learning highlighted in this study. Although considerable benefits are derived from the use of ICT for distance learning, constraints such as erratic power supply, frequent breakdown of ICT facilities, and controlled access to ICT facilities were identified as some of the factors militating against the use of ICT for distance learning. Findings from this study, it can be concluded that the level of ICT use for distance learning and the benefits derivable from it are high although there are few constraints to their effective and maximum use among distance learning students. Recommendations were made on how to overcome these constraints.