A skeptical view of computer literacy

Public libraries play a crucial role in the information and knowledge society. Their access and services in the fourth industrial revolution require review as well as the knowledge of the competency requirements for Library and Information Science (LIS) graduates to offer professional services. This paper presents the competencies LIS graduates require for work. It also seeks to examine the challenges they encounter in public libraries. The study is driven by the notion that a skills gap and a lack of training for LIS professionals are still daunting challenges in most public libraries. The post-positivism paradigm was employed through the triangulation of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies in data collection and analysis. Content analysis and a survey were employed as research methods. The study scanned job advertisements in four newspapers spanning a three-year period (from January 2015 to December 2017). Semi-structured interviews were conducted with assistant directors and structured questionnaires were administered to LIS graduates. Grade 12, one to three years of work experience, computer literacy and communication skills are the most required competencies to work at public libraries. There seems to be no balance between theory and practice offered in most LIS schools, which suggests the need for curricula revision. Employed LIS graduates are facing several challenges, which include lack of practical exposure or knowledge, lack of qualification recognition and individual promotions, and lack of ICT skills and knowledge.

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Improving Skills in Senior Secondary Schools for Effective Performance in Computer Based Test and Security.

10.36265/ijired.2019.010123 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 167-174

Author(s):

Agu B.G. ◽

Eya G.M.

Keyword(s):

Cognitive Abilities ◽

Computer Literacy ◽

Literacy Skills ◽

School Students ◽

Effective Performance ◽

Information And Communication ◽

Computer Based ◽

Senior Secondary Schools ◽

Matriculation Examination ◽

Senior Secondary

Students are accessed using paper and pen on cognitive abilities in Nigeria. This method of assessment encourages different forms of examination malpractices. The threat of examination malpractices on the validity of examination outcomes has resulted in some examination bodies adopting different methods of examination. One of such methods is the computer based test (CBT). Using survey research method, this study investigated the levels of competency in computer literacy skills possessed by senior secondary school students. Three research questions and one hypothesis guided the study. Problems encountered by the students and prospective methods of enhancing computer based test (CBT) acceptance in Nigeria were also documented. A total of 310 copies of the questionnaire were administered to students who participated in the 2015 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at Afrihub Information and Communication Technology (CBT) centre, Institution of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu and Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu and 237 representing 76% were adequately completed and found usable. The findings revealed among others that majority of the respondents confirmed that CBT can curb examination malpractice. Majority of candidates were also found to prefer CBT to the paper and pencil test (PPT). The mean, standard deviation and Pearson‟s Correlation Analysis showed that the respondent is preference for CBT were sensitive across gender. While improving electricity was identified as critical in enhancing CBT examinations, poor ICT skills on the part of students and the invigilators were also identified as the major problems facing the implementation of JAMB CBT examination in Nigeria.

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Medic Training 2000 (MT2K) Surveys Regarding Computer Literacy. Frequency Tables

10.21236/ada383770 ◽

2000 ◽

Author(s):

Catherine R. Stein ◽

Mary Mays ◽

Cynthia A. Abbott ◽

Barbara Wojcik

Keyword(s):

Computer Literacy

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Computer Literacy and Online Learning Attitude toward GSOE Students in Distance Education Programs

Higher Education Studies ◽

10.5539/hes.v6n3p147 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 6 (3) ◽

pp. 147 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Lung-Yu Li ◽

Long-Yuan Lee

Keyword(s):

Online Learning ◽

Computer Literacy ◽

Online Courses ◽

The Body ◽

Education Management ◽

Learning Attitude ◽

Learning Attitudes ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Learning Programs ◽

Managerial Implications

The purpose of this study was to explore graduate students’ competencies in computer use and their attitudes toward online learning in asynchronous online courses of distance learning programs in a Graduate School of Education (GSOE) in Taiwan. The research examined the relationship between computer literacy and the online learning attitudes of these students. Data were collected via a survey through 252 GSOE students in Taiwan. Results revealed a significant positive relationship between computer literacy and online learning attitude among the students. Higher computer literacy was correlated with higher online learning attitude. However, no statistically significant difference was found in online learning attitude by gender or by age group. Suggestions and managerial implications were discussed in the study, and would provide contribution both to the body of knowledge in the filed of education management.

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Effect of Peer Mentoring on Quality of Life among CKD Patients: Randomized Controlled Trial

Kidney Diseases ◽

10.1159/000514477 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-11

Author(s):

Nasrollah Ghahramani ◽

Vernon M. Chinchilli ◽

Jennifer L. Kraschnewski ◽

Eugene J. Lengerich ◽

Christopher N. Sciamanna

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Kidney Disease ◽

Computer Literacy ◽

Peer Mentoring ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Online Mentoring ◽

Peer Mentors ◽

Face To Face ◽

Domain Scores

Introduction: CKD is associated with decreased quality of life (QOL). Peer mentoring (PM) leads to improved QOL in various chronic diseases. The effectiveness of PM on QOL of patients with CKD has not been previously studied. We conducted a randomized clinical trial to test the effectiveness of face-to-face (FTF) and online mentoring by trained peers, compared with usual care, on CKD patients’ QOL. Methods: We randomized 155 patients in one of 3 groups: (1) FTF PM (n = 52), (2) online PM (n = 52), and (3) textbook only (n = 51). Peer mentors were patients with CKD, who received formal training through 16 h of instruction. Participants in all 3 groups received a copy of an informational textbook about CKD. Participants assigned to PM received either 6 months of FTF or online PM. The outcomes included time-related changes in domain scores of the Kidney Disease Quality of Life (KDQOL)-36 for each of the groups over the 18-month study period. Results: Compared with baseline, online PM led to improved scores in domains of the KDQOL-36 at 18 months: Effects of Kidney Disease (p = 0.01), Burden of Kidney Disease (p = 0.01), Symptoms and Problems of Kidney Disease (p = 0.006), SF-12 Physical Composite Summary (p = 0.001), and SF-12 Mental Composite Summary (p < 0.001). There were no statistically significant changes from baseline in domain scores of KDQOL-36 within the FTF PM and textbook-only groups. Conclusions: Among patients with CKD, online PM led to increased scores in domains of the KDQOL-36 at 18 months. The study was limited to English-speaking subjects with computer literacy and internet access.

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How can Internet help develop small poorly-communicated communities?

Human Systems Management ◽

10.3233/hsm-2003-22403 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 22 (4) ◽

pp. 169-175

Author(s):

Jaime Jiménez ◽

Sergio Rafael Coria-Olguín

Keyword(s):

Computer Literacy ◽

Small Town ◽

Pilot Project ◽

Small Towns ◽

The State ◽

Small Communities ◽

E Mail

Internet and e-mail have proved to be instrumental for the development of individuals and communities, provided they are properly used. Is it possible to benefit small communities with limited telephone resources? A solution is proposed to provide Internet and additional services to small towns' inhabitants in such a manner that the service is both self-sustainable and economically accessible to the user. The solution takes into account the telephone infrastructure constraints, the limitations in terms of computer literacy of the population, and the need to keep the service at an affordable cost for the user. It has been successfully proven as a pilot project in a small town of the state of Veracruz, México.

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