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Item Open Access Adoption of Library Management System: Motivation and Challenges in Developing Countries(IEEE, 2019-03-01) AREGBESOLA Ayooluwa; EYIOLORUNSHE Toluwani; IDIEGBEYAN-OSE Jerome; OWOLABI Sola; OKOCHA Foluke; YUSUF FeliciaThe purpose of this paper was to discuss adoption of library management system, motivation and challenges in developing countries. It started with the introduction of the concept, it further discussed the trend in the adoption of library management system in the developing countries. The paper also highlighted the factors influencing the adoption of library management system in developing countries, it also discussed the motivating factors in adopting library management system to library services. The paper further pointed out the challenges in adopting LMS in developing countries, such as prolonged adverse economic conditions, limitations in budgetary provision, infrastructural and political challenges facing these countries as well as inadequate technical-know required for the deployment and usage of modern working tools and technologies involved within LMS. Based on these, the paper concluded and recommended that there should be adequate planning, preparation and consultations before embarking on the adoption of a software for LMS, regular training and retraining should be conducted for library personnel on the use of the software, institutional support and the reputation of the company that developed the software should also be considered among others.Item Open Access Citation Analysis of Undergraduate Research Projects: A Case Study of the College of Agricultural Sciences, Landmark University, Omu Aran, Kwara State(ACADEMIA, 2017-01-01) YUSUF Felicia; OWOLABI Sola EmmanuelPurpose: The study focused on citation analysis of undergraduate honors project in the College of Agricultural Science, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State. Specifically, the study sought to know the average citation counts per programme in the College of Agriculture; investigate the recency of sources cited by students of the College; examine the sources of cited materials by students of the College; find out the information sources mostly cited by the students; and ascertain the highest and lowest citations by programmes in the College. Design/Methodology: The study adopted a Bibliometric method and specifically a citation analysis of degree research project submitted by graduates of the College of Agricultural Sciences, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State. The study covered the 2015 and 2016 sets of graduates from the College of Agricultural Sciences. Analysis focused on submission of project, citation counts, and average citation counts per programme; sources of cited materials, recency of citation and highest and lower citation by individual project. Findings: It was found that students’ projects submitted from the programmes in the College of Agriculture were very low. This is not peculiar to Landmark University considering the declining nature of enrolment into agricultural programmes in Nigerian universities. Animal Science programme had the highest submissions in 2015 but this dropped in 2016. Prevalence of the materials cited are books with 5,756 citation counts representing 43.7%. Journals ranked 2ndwith 4,604 citation counts (34.9%). Newspapers were the least cited materials representing 0.1%. The most recent (2016 and above) citations were just 5% while the Not Recent (below year 2000) 28.4%. Book citation surpassed that of journal and internet/electronic resources. Originality/Value: Undergraduate students need proper orientation on general research culture and most especially citation and referencing. This will guide against plagiarism and ensure due credit to sources of research information. Keywords: Academic librariesCitation, Project, Landmark University, Research, Undergraduate, NigeriaItem Open Access Gravitating towards technology in education: Place of makerspace(ResearchGate, 2019-03-01) YUSUF Felicia; SEGUN-ADENIRAN Chidi; UGWUNWA Esse; IZUAGBE Roland; IWU-JAMES Juliana; ADEBAYO Oyeronke; FAGBOHUN Micheal; OLAWOYIN Olajumoke; OWOLABI SolaBased on constructivist philosophy which focuses on enabling learners to generate knowledge through interaction with physical objects, the idea of makerspace was initiated. The main essence of makerspace is to stir creativity, innovations and motivate learners towards designing and inventing. This paper is an exposition on the place of makerspace as a new approach to pedagogical activities. The 21st century is immersed in information and communication technology revolution which has necessitated a new way of learning. New generation of learners are referred to as digital natives who are naturally gravitated towards new innovations. This paper relies on recent scholarly publications to point out intricacies of makerspace, the need for educators to embrace it, the new role for educators and other stakeholders in education and the need to manage this change in the educational system. The paper also points out the challenges that this new wave encounters in areas where adoption has taken place and the benefits of adopting makerspace. Conclusion is however made that change is constant and the idea of makerspace may be the new shift that will totally revolutionize the academic world. It is suggested that Faculty and Management need to encourage studies to evaluate accruable benefits of makerspace.Item Open Access Bibliotherapy and Aging Phobia among Covenant University Staff(AJOL, 2006-03-01) NKIKO Christopher; YUSUF Felicia OmorinolaReading is one of life's greatest pleasures and opens the door to culture, knowledge and independence. It can be very therapeutic. This study examines the effect of bibliotherapy on aging phobia among Covenant University academic and senior staff. The result shows that reading of books has influenced positively their perception and attitude towards aging. And that books especially the bible, internet and friends are major sources of information to ameliorate any fear of aging.Item Metadata only Institutional Repositories in Africa: Issues and Challenges(IGI Global Scientific Publishing, 2019-01-01) YUSUF Felicia O.; IFIJEH Goodluck; OWOLABI SolaThe emergence of open access has opened a world of opportunities for academic and research institutions. One of such opportunities is the establishment of institutional repositories (IRs). This chapter examined the emergence and creation of IRs and trends in Africa. It noted that the development of IRs in most African countries is still at the infancy stage. The chapter highlighted the important role of libraries in the management of IRs. The Chapter also identified and discussed important issues and challenges of IRs in Africa. The identified challenges include lack of awareness, lack of required funding to establish and manage IRs, lack of Information and communication technology infrastructure, among others. It concluded that the establishment of IRs is a compulsory venture for institutions of higher learning in Africa.Item Metadata only Use of Academic Library: A Case Study of Covenant University, Nigeria(Chinese Librarianship: an International Electronic Journal, 2010-06-18) YUSUF Felicia; IWU JulianaThis study examines the extent of use of library resources in Covenant University, Nigeria. Two separate questionnaires were used to gather data. 400 registered library users were selected using the stratified random sampling technique. The findings revealed that 88% of the students sampled visited the library to read for examination while most faculties visited the library to read journals, electronic or print. Also, students used OPAC more than faculty. It is recommended that faculty give reading assignments that will require students to consult journals and other resources in the library, not just for examination purposes. And the library should organize a “library week” each semester to showcase the various resources available in the library.Item Open Access Demographic factors as correlates of doctoral degree completion in Nigeria library schools(NISCAIR-CSIR, India, 2018-09-27) YUSUF F.O.; AINA L.O.A review of literature revealed that doctoral students in Nigeria library schools do not complete their studies at the university recommended time frame. This study therefore examined demographic factors as determinants of doctoral degree completion in Nigeria library schools. The objectives were to find out the average time-to-completion of doctoral degree in Nigeria library schools; ascertain the importance of demographic factors such as gender, age, job designation, work status and marital status to time to completion of doctoral studies in Nigeria library schools; find out if mode of study affects time-to-completion of doctoral studies in Nigeria library schools. The study adopted descriptive research of the survey type. From 26 library schools in Nigeria, 11 were purposively selected. The population comprised 235 doctoral degree holders. Total enumeration of the 235 doctoral degree holders was used. A self-constructed questionnaire was used to collect quantitative data and out of the 235 copies administered, only 183, representing 77.9% were returned and found usable for this study. The only hypothesis in the study was tested using Spearman Rank Order Correlation. This was tested at 0.05 level of significance. Results showed a relationship between demographic factors and time-to-completion, while it takes an average of 5.7 years to complete doctoral degree in Nigeria library schools irrespective of mode of study.Item Metadata only Demographics, Socio-Economic and Cognitive Skills as Barriers to Information Seeking in a Digital Library Environment(IGI Global, 2016-07-15) YUSUF Felicia; OWOLABI Sola; AREGBESOLA Ayooluwa; OGUNTAYO Sunday; OKOCHA Foluke; EYIOLORUNSE ToluwaniThe chapter considers the importance of demographic and socio-economic factors as well as cognitive skills to information seeking in a digital library environment. Demographic factors such as age and gender were considered. Younger adults were found to respond positively to the demands of information seeking in the digital environment while their older counterparts are still struggling to come to terms with the changes. In the same vein, studies have revealed that the value placed on technology by men and women varies. While men express high level of confidence in navigating the digital environment, women still suffer low self-confidence in doing same. Identified socio-economic factors that also constitute a barrier to information seeking in a digital environment include income level, level of education, non-availability of ICT infrastructures and epileptic power supply especially in Africa among others. Unwillingness to see one's needs as information needs, inability to articulate one's information needs, unawareness of information sources, low self-efficacy, poor search skills among others were identified as cognitive barriers to information seeking in the digital environment. Based on the findings of this chapter, the study recommends that for persons who are adjudged to be the older generation, it is imperative for them to acquire requisite ICT skills that will make it easier for them to navigate the digital environment. There is also a clarion call on African leaders to provide infrastructures that will enable ICT to thrive as the digital environment is fast replacing the hitherto traditional one.Item Metadata only Assessing the Cultural Intelligence Profile of Academic Librarian in Selected Universities(Lagos Journal of Library and Information Science, 2020-09-11) ADEYEMI Johnson Adetunji; AWOJOBI Esther Abosede; APPAH Helen; AKINLADE Omolara OlufunmilayoThe article reports the findings of a study that assessed the Cultural Intelligence (CQ) profile of academic librarian in selected universities. Academic librarians are important asset in a university. Their job required capability to effectively understand and adapt to many of cultural context as an additional skill in dissemination of information in the age of globalisation and interconnectedness. These skills requires not only a high degree of intellectual ability but a high level of CQ, therefore it seems important to assess librarian understanding of other peoples culture that will facilitate their job performance. The participants comprised of 131 librarians randomly selected from some University. Data were collected using the Cultural Intelligence Scale (CQS) developed by Earley and Ang in 2003. The scale measures the elements of metacognition cognition, motivation, and behavior. The findings suggest that their CQ level is relatively high with the mean value of 3.58 which is above average. The findings can be used by the relevant authorities to identify the required training, job recruitment; workshop and curriculum need to further improve their CQ level leading towards better job performance and global relevancy.Item Open Access Covid – 19 pandemic and the future of Nigeria's university system: The quest for libraries' relevance(2020-08-14) IFIJEH Goodluck; YUSUF FeliciaThe paper examined the role of academic libraries in the evolving paradigm shift in teaching methodologies in Nigerian universities as a result of the outbreak of Covid-19. It x-rayed the current global trends in online education and significant roles libraries can play. Responsive library website design and adoption, adoption of blended librarianship model and use of social networks among others were identified as best practices to adopt in order to secure a place for libraries in Nigeria in the face of the eminent change in teaching methodologies post Covid-19. Furthermore, the study considered perceived challenges libraries may be confronted with in deploying relevant ICT infrastructures geared towards transitioning from traditional to online provision of services in support of teaching and learning. The paper recommended dynamism in library service delivery, urgency in the acquisition of new skill sets by academic librarians in Nigeria, while also calling on relevant stakeholders to provide adequate funding for libraries in order to be able to deploy relevant ICT infrastructures needed to adequately support teaching and learning in a virtual environment.Item Open Access Accreditation issues for library and information science school(JAIST, 2007-01-01) NKIKO Christopher; YUSUF Felicia O.Purpose: The paper examines the issue of accreditation, types, status and ethical considerations in Library and Information Science, with reference to other professions as a model to adopt. Design/Methodology/Approach: The paper began by defining the concept of accreditation, objectives and types. It went further to discuss issues and status of accreditation with disciplines in Nigeria, Lessons from other disciplines in connection with there professional standards. It finally enjoined the Nigeria Library Association (NLA) and Librarian Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) to borrow a leaf from other developed countries to help ensure standards in the profession. Findings: from the paper accreditation is said to be a process by which institutions or programmes continuously update their educational standard through evaluation programme and institutional accreditation are the two types we have, some of the objectives of accreditation are: to stimulate and integrate the efforts of institutions to evaluate the standards of education; to strengthen the capabilities of the educational institutions for service to the nation; and to identify educational institutions that meets stated criteria for academic quality. In Nigeria, the National University Commission (NUC) is responsible for the accreditation of Library and Information Science (LIS) Schools, unlike in United Kingdom (UK) United State of America (USA) and Australia where professional bodies are chiefly responsible for the accreditation of LIS Schools. Other professional bodies in Nigeria like Nigeria Institution of Architecture, the Council of Legal Education, the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria and Chartered Accountants of Nigeria participate actively in the accreditation of their professions. It is therefore suggested that NLA and LRCN should live up to their responsibility by participating in the accreditation exercise of LIS Schools, provide parameter for recognition of the degrees and empower librarians and LIS Schools with adequate skills and competence to compete globally. Practical Implication: The NUC should incorporate NLA and LRCN to implement the stipulated standards for accreditation of LIS Schools. Originality: Its originality is in the writers’ analysis of accreditation issues in LIS Schools in Nigerian Universities, as against what is done in some other countries vis-à-vis other professions NLA, LIS School, NUC and LRCN have much lessons and information to gain from the work.Item Open Access Awareness Of Internet of Things And Its Potential In Enhancing Academic Library Service Delivery In A Developing Country.(Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal), 2019-09-01) YUSUF Felicia; IFIJEH Goodluck; OWOLABI SolaThe potential benefits of Internet of Things (IoT) to academic library service delivery have been identified as enormous. Through sensing devices such as radio frequency identification (RFID) devices, infrared sensors, global positioning systems, laser scanners and various other devices, objects are enabled to “think”, “feel” and “talk” thereby facilitating interconnection of all objects and humans, objects and objects leading to ease of communication, monitoring and control. It is however not certain if academic librarians in Nigeria would be able to explore these benefits due to their level of skills in relation to information and communication technology and availability of enabling infrastructure that could facilitate maximum use of new and emerging technologies that are consequential to Internet of Things. The broad objective of the paper was to ascertain the level of awareness of IoT among librarians as well as perceived benefits it holds for enhanced library service delivery in academic libraries in Nigeria. Future pathways for librarians in Nigeria were also discussed.Item Open Access Management of Change in Cataloguing: A Survey of Practices in Covenant University and University of Lagos, Nigeria(University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2009-11-01) YUSUF FeliciaThis study examined the management of change in cataloguing practices in Covenant University and University of Lagos , Nigeria. Thirty-five respondents who were current cataloguers and those who had worked as cataloguers were purposively sampled for the study. A descriptive survey method using a self-constructed questionnaire was used. Results showed that there have been major changes in cataloguing practices among cataloguers in these institutions over the years (online cataloguing, cataloguing of internet & electronic files, copy-cataloguing, different metadata structures, introduction of OPAC etc). Other major findings revealed by the study include: the involvement of non-professionals in cataloguing practices, there is little or no form of resource-sharing among cataloguers in the two libraries. The study concluded that cataloguing practices have witnessed radical transformations over the years as a result of the introduction of ICT. It recommended funding the libraries through corporate social responsibility initiatives as a departure from total dependence on government funding. Also, libraries should ensure that their bibliographical records are visible on the web. This forms the basis for the crystallization of true virtual library.Item Open Access Mentoring and its impact on the Publication output of Librarians in selected Academic Libraries in South West Nigeria(African Journal of Library Archives & Information Science, 2011-01-01) YUSUF FeliciaThe paper examined the possible role of mentoring in explaining the publication output of librarians in selected academic libraries. The paper sought to find out the number of papers that the academic librarians published annually, whether they are required to publish the same number of papers for promotion to particular grades as required of mainstream academics in their universities, whether they had mentors, and their perceptions of the impact of mentoring on their publication output. Data were collected from 66 academic librarians in four purposively selected universities in South-West Nigeria. Mentoring was perceived by the librarians to have a positive impact on their publication output, and that the major constraints on their publication efforts were their routine jobs and inability to conceptualize research topics. The study recommends that upcoming academic librarians should have mentors and collaborate with their senior colleagues until they are able to acquire the necessary skills to conceptualize research and publish quality papers. They should also transfer some of their routine duties to para-professionals in their libraries in order to be able to concentrate more on research-related activities such as reading extensively other peoples' works.Item Open Access Impact analysis of e-Databases’ job relevance, output quality and result demonstrability on faculty research motivation(Emerald Publishing Limited, 2022-11-22) IZUAGBE Roland; OLAWOYIN Olajumoke Rebecca; NKIKO Christopher; ILO Promise Ifeoma; YUSUF Felicia; IROAGANACHI Mercy; ILOGHO Julie; IFIJEH Goodluck IsraelThe purpose of the study is to ascertain whether or not faculty members would be motivated to use e-Databases for research considering the impact of the Technology Acceptance Model2 (TAM2) cognitive instrumental processes of job relevance, output quality and result demonstrability. Design/methodology/approach – The survey research design was applied. The selection of samples was based on a multistage sampling technique involving; purposive, simple/systematic random and total enumeration procedures. Five colleges and departments each were selected from the three universities that provided the setting for the conduct of this study, out of which a sample of 135 was drawn from the total population of 209. The questionnaire method was used for data gathering. Ninety-five percent return rate of the administered instrument was observed. Descriptive and inferential statistical tools were employed for data analyses. Job relevance, output quality and result demonstrability are motivators of faculty use of e-Databases for research with result demonstrability wielding the strongest influence. Use of e-Databases for research is based on the usefulness level perceived of them. Faculty are highly predisposed to using the technology for research with the chances of getting published in reputable journal outlets ranked highest among other factors that influence faculty use of e-Databases. The conceptualization of TAM2 cognitive instrumental processes as system characteristics and motivators of e-Databases use among faculty towards research engagement advances the understanding of intention to use e-Databases for research.Item Open Access Library and Information Support for New Partnership for Africa 's Development (NEPAD)(Library Philosophy and Practice, 2008-12-01) YUSUF Felicia O.; NKIKO ChristopherNew Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) was created in October 2001 as an way of helping Africa extricate itself from the malaise of underdevelopment and exclusion in a globalizing world. Its major objectives include: eradication of poverty, promotion of accelerated growth and sustainable development, halting the marginalization of Africa in the globalizing process, and the empowerment of women. The paper examines preconditions for its success and the specific roles expected of libraries and information centers. Such roles include; popularizing the initiative, providing continental information database, human development, eradication of diseases and poverty through information, information brokerage and environmental scanning, partnering with multinational firms and extra African state, standardization of local journals, providing research support to NEPAD, ensuring Internet connectivity in African libraries, showcasing indigenous knowledge and media campaign in promoting library and information professions by library associations in Africa.Item Open Access Effective Communication for Reference Service Delivery in Academic Libraries(Libraries at University of Nebraska- Lincoln, 2011-06-01) YUSUF FeliciaThe paper examines the role of communication in effective reference services. Specific objectives include examining the effect of communication on reference services, discovering the duties of reference librarians, determining the impact of interpersonal communication on reference services, and identifying barriers to effective communication. Inferiority complex, stereotypes, etiquette and decorum, boundaries in relationships, low level of education, and frustration due to poor working condition were identified as some of the barriers that impede effective communication in reference services. The paper concludes by charging reference librarians to build strong capacity in the area of communication to enable them understand and meet the information needs of their patrons.Item Open Access Involvement of non-professionals in cataloguing: a survey of practices in three academic libraries in Nigeria(Malaysian Journal of Library and Information Science, 2010-04-30) YUSUF Felicia; NKIKO ChristopherThe study examined the involvement of non-professionals in cataloguing practices in three academic libraries in Nigeria. Twenty five respondents comprising current cataloguers and those who had worked as cataloguers were used for the study. A descriptive survey method using a self-constructed questionnaire was used. Four research questions were posed and analysed using frequency counts and percentages. Results showed that the involvement of non-professionals in cataloguing is fast becoming a reality, with one university library depending more on non-professionals while the other two showed less dependence on them. Methods adopted by these libraries to ensure quality control include close supervision by professionals, training non-professionals in copy cataloguing, and designation of a librarian to constantly edit the catalogue for possible re-cataloguing. The use of prepared worksheets by librarians to be keyed in by non-professionals is the least used strategy. Other major findings include changes in cataloguing practices which comprise online cataloguing, cataloguing of Internet resources and electronic files, copy-cataloguing, different metadata structures, introduction of OPAC and the involvement of non-professionals in cataloguing practices. Outsourcing, procurement of ICT, employment of Systems Engineers as part of library staff, attendance of workshops and conferences among others were some of the strategies adopted to cope with these changes; however, the application of ICT was the most frequently used strategy. The study concluded that cataloguing practices in the libraries sampled have witnessed changes as a result of the application of ICT in organizing library materials which has in turn changed the role of cataloguers from merely providing bibliographic details of materials to that of supervision and other administrative functions, and in order to maintain relevance, librarians have been forced to build capacity in the area of ICT.Item Open Access Awareness of Internet of Things and its potential in enhancing academic library service delivery in a developing country(University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2019-09-01) YUSUF Felicia Omorinola; IFIJEH Goodluck; OWOLABI SolaThe potential benefits of Internet of Things (IoT) to academic library service delivery have been identified as enormous. Through sensing devices such as radio frequency identification (RFID) devices, infrared sensors, global positioning systems, laser scanners and various other devices, objects are enabled to “think”, “feel” and “talk” thereby facilitating interconnection of all objects and humans, objects and objects leading to ease of communication, monitoring and control. It is however not certain if academic librarians in Nigeria would be able to explore these benefits due to their level of skills in relation to information and communication technology and availability of enabling infrastructure that could facilitate maximum use of new and emerging technologies that are consequential to Internet of Things. The broad objective of the paper was to ascertain the level of awareness of IoT among librarians as well as perceived benefits it holds for enhanced library service delivery in academic libraries in Nigeria. Future pathways for librarians in Nigeria were also discussed.Item Open Access The Nigerian institutional repositories: Opportunities and barriers(Academia Journal of Educational Research, 2017-08-29) AKINLADE Omolara; ADEYEMI Johnson Adetunji; APPAH Helen DuosekehThis paper reports on the Nigerian Institutional Repositories: Opportunities and barriers. To elicit the necessary information, a literature review of studies done on Institutional Repositories was carried out. Researcher’s personal experiences and observation methods were also employed in the course of this study. The paper gives an overview of Institutional Repositories in Nigeria. It highlighted opportunities in Institutional Repositories that institutions and scholars can exploit such as opening up output of an institution to a worldwide audience, boosting institution prestige, increasing the visibility and citation impact of institution scholarships and preserving the institution scholarship etc. Some of the issues identified in this which adversely militate against the development of Institutional Repository in the country are lack of awareness of open access, Institutional Repositories, inadequate information and communication technology infrastructure, inadequate advocacy for open access, copyright issue, technological obsolescence and deterioration of media etc. This paper establishes that there are challenges militating against the Institutional Repositories in Nigeria which demands immediate attention. However, solutions are proffered, which can help in ameliorating the challenges raised.