Cataloguing and Classification as Predictors of Library Use Among the Users of Libraries of Public Universities in Kwara State
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2023
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This study investigates cataloguing and classification as a predictor of library use among
users of libraries of public universities in Kwara State. Descriptive survey method is used
for the population of users of libraries of Kwara State University, Malete and University of
Ilorin. Convenience sampling is used to select 427 users who filled the online questionnaire
titled Questionnaire for Cataloguing and Classification as a Predictor of Library Use among
Users of Libraries of Public Universities in Kwara State. Findings revealed that 69.1% of
users consult the library catalogues before using information resources, while subject, class
number, series and author(s) of information resources are the major access points used in
searching and locating information resources to be used in the library. This study concludes
that consulting library catalogues before using information resources minimizes the stress
users will go through when searching for information resources in the library and increases
users’ library usage. It recommends amongst other things that cataloguers and classifiers
of libraries of public universities in Kwara State should ensure that catalogue cards are
properly filed and subjects of information resources of their libraries are adequately
covered in order to enhance easy location and use of information resources.