Investigating the Use Electronic Resources in the Teaching and Learning of Library and Information Science in Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State, Nigeria
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Date
2023-08-11
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Nigerian School Library Journal
Abstract
This study was piloted on the impact of electronic resources on effective library management
in Kwara State University, Malete Nigeria. The study adopted simple random sampling
technique in which two hundred and seventy-eight (278) respondents were selected from the
population of one thousand four hundred and two (1402) in the department. Data collected
from the study were analysed using SPSS and frequency tables and percentage distribution
used to present the results. The study established that Computer, E-mails, Internet, Online
databases, CD-ROM databases, Electronic journal and e-book are the major types of
electronic resources available for teaching and learning of library and information science
while the purpose of use of e-resources included; research work, assignment, examinations
and projects, easy availability of updated data and quick access to information. However, low
bandwidth, poor level of computer literacy, unreliable power supply, Inadequacy of facilities
and Inadequate networking computers were the major problems affecting the use of
eresources for teaching and learning of library and information science. The study concluded
that digital databases, online journals and e-books gives students more information and
connect them globally, It therefore recommended that the provision of Internet facilities,
provision of high and stable bandwidth, training of students and lecturers on use of ICT, and
the need to make online learning through use of electronic resources interactive so as to
appeal and sustain the interest of users.