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EFFECT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON INFORMATION RESOURCES IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES: A CASE STUDY OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LOKOJA AND PRINCE ABUBAKAR AUDU UNIVERSITY IN KOGI STATE NIGERIA
Get PDFClimate change poses significant threats to academic libraries, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. This study investigates the impact of climate change on information resources in university libraries in Kogi State, Nigeria. The research aims to assess librarians\u27 knowledge of climate change effects on library resources and identify strategies for mitigating these impacts. A descriptive survey approach was employed, targeting 100 library staff Voluntary Response Sampling technique was used to collect data through questionnaires (n=75) and observation checklists. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. The findings reveal that the majority of librarians are aware of climate change issues, including relative humidity (66.6%), air pollution (93.3%), temperature (100%), and light (77.3%). The study identifies problems and strategies for addressing the impacts of climate change on library resources. This study provides critical insights for developing sustainable strategies in academic libraries, underscoring the imperative for librarians to proactively address climate change through mitigation and adaptation measures. To foster resilience, werecommend that library staff engage in targeted training and workshops on climate change impacts, and that institutions prioritize the implementation of Green Library initiatives and regular library building maintenance, ultimately ensuring the long-termsustainability of library resources and services
AVAILABILITY AND USE OF DIGITAL INFORMATION RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOR ACCESS AND USE BY POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN KADUNA STATE
Get PDFThis study was carried out to investigate the Availability and Use of Digital Information Resources and Services for access and Use by Postgraduate Students in University Libraries in Kaduna State, Nigeria. In order to achieve this, two research questions and one null hypothesis were formulated and tested to guide the study. These include: the types of digital information resources and services available for access and use by postgraduate students in the university libraries in Kaduna State, Nigeria and the extent with which Postgraduate Students use digital information resources and services available in the University Libraries studied. Survey research method was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of 18,130 postgraduate students from the 3 universities namely; Kashim Ibrahim Library (KIL) of Ahmadu University, Zaria, Kaduna State University (KASU) Library and Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Library and 377 of them were drawn as the sample size of the study. It was discovered that CD Rom, e-Journals, Search Engines, Online database, Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC), Online References, Online Journals, e–Bulletin, Audio and Video Communication, Electronic Table of Contents, Electronic Document, and Blog among others were the commonest type of digital information resources available for Postgraduate Students use and access in the Universities Libraries in Kaduna State. It is recommended that library management should introduce more plans and measures that will enlighten and expose postgraduate students to the availability of digital information resources and services in their respective libraries
REWARD AND JOB PERFORMANCE AMONG LIBRARIANS IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN DELTA STATE
Get PDFThis study investigated Reward and Job Performance among Librarians in University Libraries in Delta State. The study is grounded in the observation that librarians\u27 job performance, encompassing cataloguing, assisting users, and managing collections, is integral to academic excellence but faces challenges in Delta State. The specific objectives were to examine existing reward systems, assess the level of rewards and job performance, identify challenges, and explore solutions for effective reward systems. A descriptive survey design was employed, targeting 134 librarians from 11 universities in Delta State, comprising 7 public and 4 private institutions. The entire population served as the sample size due to its manageability. Data collection was conducted using a validated questionnaire with a Cronbach Alpha reliability coefficient of 0.86. Descriptive and inferential statistical methods were applied to analyze the data collected from the respondents. A total of 118 out of the 134 copies of the questionnaire administered were completed, yielding a response rate of 88.1%. Findings revealed the existence of reward systems such as verbal praise (x̄ = 3.31), professional development (x̄ = 2.85), and job security (x̄ = 2.62). However, tangible rewards like bonuses were limited (x̄ = 2.42). The aggregate mean for rewards was 3.28, indicating a high level of recognition and its positive impact on job satisfaction, motivation, and performance. Librarians demonstrated commendable job performance, with high means for time management (x̄ = 3.58) and task completion (x̄ = 3.51). Challenges included inadequate funding (x̄ = 3.58), lack of standardized criteria (x̄ = 3.29), and resistance to change (x̄ = 3.04). A significant positive correlation (r = 0.873, p < 0.05) was found between reward systems and job performance. The study recommends expanding tangible rewards, establishing structured recognition programmes, and addressing funding issues. It contributes to knowledge by affirming the impact of reward systems on job performance and highlighting challenges in implementation
Analysis of Indigenous Communication Approaches for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation among Rural Farmers in FCT-Abuja, Nigeria
Get PDFThe inability of state and non-state actors to effectively communicate climate change using indigenous communication approaches continues to be a barrier to achieving mitigation and adaptation practices among rural farmers. In a study population of 3,748 rural farmers, the study was conducted to provide an understanding of the role of Indigenous communication approaches for climate change mitigation and adaptation among rural farmers using the Kawu, Igu, Zuma, Dota, Kaida, and Dobi communities of Bwari and Gwagwalada Area Councils of FCT-Abuja as case studies. Using Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Participatory Communication theories, primary and secondary sources of data gathering, and analysis methods through Focused Group Discussions and questionnaires, the study found that Indigenous communication approaches play a crucial role in climate change mitigation and adaption among rural farmers. It established that rural farmers in FCT trust and act on information obtained through Indigenous communication approaches more than that of conventional media. The study concluded that rural farmers in FCT-Abuja rely on Indigenous communication approaches to access and share information about climate change mitigation and adaptation practices. The study recommended that state and non-state actors should deploy Indigenous communication approaches for climate change communication targeting mitigation and adaptation practices among rural farmers. Also, climate change communication by the state and non-state actors targeting mitigation and adaptation among rural farmers should be designed in line with Indigenous practices
Competencies and Training of Academic Librarians for the Management of Institutional Repositories in Federal University Libraries in Northeast Nigeria
No full textThe objectives of the study were to find out the sources through which librarians in universities in Northeast Nigeria received training on the management of institutional repositories; the types of skills they possessed for the development of institutional repositories and to establish the relationship between the librarians’ level of competences and the sources of training of librarians for the development of institutional repository in the federal universities. The study adopted a quantitative approach using a cross-sectional survey design. The population of the study was one hundred and forty (140) librarians from the seven (7) federal universities in the North East, Nigeria. Findings of the study revealed that the majority of the librarians agreed that the skills they possessed would enable them to manage the repository budget and respond to user needs, the majority agreed that they had the skills needed for the management of an institutional repository, agreed that the skills they possessed would enable them to install computer program, use Microsoft office and package, to download and retrieve data from databases, and to design web and programming skills. The majority received training on the management of institutional repositories within their institutions, followed by who received the training through personal sponsorship, followed by who received the training outside the institution and who received sponsored workshops, conferences, and seminars. The study then established a positive statistically significant relationship between the librarians’ level of competencies and challenges experienced for the development of institutional repositories in federal universities in North East Nigeria
RECORDS AND ARCHIVES MANAGEMENT IN ORGANIZATIONS
Get PDFArchives and records share close affinity except that while the former preserves and makes available for use records of enduring value, the latter is all about organic documents used for current transactions. The social relevance of archives and records is in their usefulness for decision making, day-to-day running of organizations and enhancing efficiency in transactions. That they are vehicles for evidence of past achievements for which present and future efforts seek improvement, valuable evidence in legal proceedings, invaluable academic and research material, the memory of society and reservoir of knowledge, sources of national consciousness and identity, tools for preserving national unity and culture, and sources of useful demographic data add totheir value in society
Utilization od Artificial Intelligence Tools for Research Writing by Academics in Universities in Katsina State, Nigeria
No full textThis paper investigates the utilization of AI Tools for Research writing by Academics of Universities in Katsina State, Nigeria. The objectives of the study are to among others identify the types of artificial intelligence tools for research that are being used by academics in Universities in Katsina State; to find out the various publishing tasks carried out using AI tools for research by academics in Universities in Katsina State etc. The Universities include Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, (UMYUK); Federal University Dutsinma, (FUDMA) and Al Qalam University (AUK), Katsina respectively. Quantitative research methodology and survey design were adopted for the research. The questionnaire was used to collect data for the study. The population of the study comprised all the academic staff in the aforementioned universities in Katsina State. The subjects of the study were drawn using a cluster sampling technique. The study found that Rytr AI, Quillbot AI, Elicit AI, Research Rabbit, ChatPDF, ChatGPT Scite, Trinka, Grammarly, and Semantic Scholar respectively were the types of AI tools commonly utilized by academics in universities in Katsina State. It was also discovered that publishing tasks such as information retrieval, bibliography and citation management, and Plagiarism prevention were the tasks carried out using AI tools by academics. It was therefore recommended University librarians should prioritizeacquisition and subscription to the variety of AI tools as veritable resources in their respective libraries. It is therefore concluded that AI tools should be seen as a supportive apparatus rather than a replacement for human innovative thinking in theresearch process cycle
Research Data Management Practices in Sir Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
No full textThe evolution of digital and communication technology has resulted in significant amounts of digital data, necessitating effective RDM services. This study investigated research data management (RDM) practices at Sir Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. The study sought to identify how research data are collected in the library and examined the types of research data collected as well as services provided to promote data use and reuse. A descriptive survey research design was employed, collecting data from 35 respondents via a Google form disseminated through WhatsApp. The findings revealed amongst others that the library has no data repository and research data collected are embedded inside materials ingested into the library\u27s institutional repository. The most popular RDM service provided by the library was hosting data through the Institutional repository. Recommendations for the installation and deployment of the Data repository and for creating awareness of and highlighting the importance of data management planning services were postulated
INFORMATION NEED AND SEEKING BEHAVIOUR OF FEMALE INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS AND EXPERIENCES OF SEXUAL GENDER BASED VIOLENCE IN BORNO STATE, NIGERIA
Get PDFThis paper examined the information needs and seeking behaviour of female internally displaced persons and their experiences of Sexual Gender Based Violence in Borno State, Nigeria. This identified the various needs of female IDPs who have had experiences of SGBV. It also provides an understanding of the sources of information and ways in which female IDPs in Borno State seek for information. The sample for the study was drawn from three local governments: Gwoza, Kondunga and Monguno in Borno State. A quantitative research approach and descriptive research design was adopted in the study. Semi-structured questionnaire were used in process of data collection from the respondents. Descriptive statistics of mean (3.26 mean benchmark) and standard deviation were used in data. The findings of the study revealed that some of the most critical needs of female IDPs was accessing food for themselves and their families (3.32), security and protection (3.29), education (3.29), particularly for their children, Access to healthcare (3.25) and better accommodation (3.26). They expressed a desire for elementary/nursery school for toddlers. They also expressed need foreconomic empowerment, particularly through small businesses like grinding machines, to support themselves and their families (3.19). The study found that their most preferred sources of information were consulting doctors and nurses at health centers, listening to radio and community representatives. In conclusion, the need to access food is seen as the most prominent need for which internally displaced women and girls require information. Thus, the correct identification of need and channel or sources of satisfying the need is important in order to record effective interventions. Government and nongovernment organisations must be committed to conducting frequent needs determination assessments of the target group
A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE RESEARCH CONCEPTION OF POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN THE LIBRARY SCHOOL AT TAI SOLARIN UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION AND UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN
Get PDFThis study investigated the research conceptions of postgraduate students in the library schools at Tai Solarin University of Education and University of Ibadan. Three research questions were raised and two research hypotheses were formulated for this study. Descriptive survey research design was adopted. Research question one to three were tested using descriptive analysis techniques. Hypothesis one and two were tested with Pearson correlation coefficient. The findings revealed that postgraduates in the library school at University of Ibadan had a better conception of research (x̄ =3.01) in comparison to those in TASUED (x̄ =2.75) with their conception of research majorly focused on finding solution to problems (x̄=3.29). The results of this study also indicated that while there is significant relationship between year of study and research conception of postgraduates in the library school at University of Ibadan (r= 0.373; p <0.05), there was an inversely significant relationship between the year of study and research conception of postgraduates in the library school at TASUED (r= -0.346; p<0.05). The study recommended among others that, seminars at various level of the University (Faculty and departments) should be organised from time to time, with instructors cutting across those who have the cutting-edge skills in research as this will help to widen the scope of research conception beyond what it is at the moment