scholarly journals The Use of Electronic Information Resources for Academic Research by Post-Graduates at Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria

2015 ◽  
Vol 80 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lefose Alfred Makgahlela ◽  
Solomon Bopape
Keyword(s):  
Academic Research ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
State University ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Electronic Information Resources ◽  
Delta State University

CHALLENGES OF USING ELECTRONIC INFORMATION RESOURCES FOR ACADEMIC RESEARCH BY POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS AT DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY, ABRAKA, NIGERIA

Mousaion ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 23-37
Author(s):  
Faith Okite-Amughoro ◽  
Lefose Makgahlela ◽  
Solomon Bopape
Keyword(s):  
Graduate Students ◽  
Power Supply ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Current Status ◽  
State University ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Post Graduate ◽  
Electronic Information Resources ◽  
Delta State University

This article reports on a study that explored the challenges of using electronic information resources (EIRs) for academic research by post-graduate students at Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Nigeria. The study used a structured questionnaire, distributed to 150 post-graduate students from the faculties of Sciences, Social Sciences and Arts, that is, 50 post-graduate students per faculty, and personal interviews were held with selected individuals within the institution to collect data. The central focus of the study was the post-graduate students’ access to EIRs; the current status of EIRs in their institution; how often they use these resources for academic research purposes; and above all, the challenges that they encounter when using EIRs. The findings showed that post-graduate students’ optimal use of EIRs at DELSU is hampered by limited access to some EIRs due to limited space, low bandwidth, and erratic power supply. It is, therefore, recommended that DELSU should provide adequate space and power supply and should address some of the issues deterring equitable access to EIRs. Development of an institutional repository and use of open access resources would also improve access to scientific and electronic information.

scholarly journals Developing Humanities Collections in the Digital Age: Exploring Humanities Faculty Engagement with Electronic and Print Resources

2014 ◽  
Vol 75 (1) ◽  
pp. 91-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Buck Kachaluba ◽  
Jessica Evans Brady ◽  
Jessica Critten
Keyword(s):  
Information Resources ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Collection Development ◽  
Florida State University ◽  
State University ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Research ◽  
Electronic Information Resources ◽  
Humanities Faculty

This article is based on quantitative and qualitative research examining humanities scholars’ understandings of the advantages and disadvantages of print versus electronic information resources. It explores how humanities’ faculty members at Florida State University (FSU) use print and electronic resources, as well as how they perceive these different formats. It was carried out with the goal of assisting the authors and other librarians in choosing between electronic and print formats when performing collection development responsibilities.

Factors Influencing the Adoption of Electronic Information Resources among Postgraduate Students in Nigerian Universities

Mousaion ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kehinde Abayomi Owolabi ◽  
Basirat.Olubukola Diyaolu ◽  
Nurudeen Adeniyi Aderibigbe ◽  
Mudasiru A Yusuf
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Digital Libraries ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Behavioural Intention ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Electronic Information Resources

The advent of information and communication technologies (ICTs) has revolutionised how library resources are made and transmitted to end-users. It has effectively improved the standard of education and research in tertiary institutions worldwide by providing various essential resources, including e-books, journals and databases. However, it has been observed that students still abstain from making the best usage of the digital library, instead using search engines rather than institutional digital libraries. This study investigated the factors influencing the behavioural intention of postgraduate (PG) students to use electronic information resources (EIRs). The Unified Theory of Acceptance of Technology (UTAUT) model was adopted. A cross-sectional research design was used to assess the factors influencing the use of EIRs. A sample of 362 PG students was determined using a Monte Carlo simulation approach. Data were collected from participants via the administration of 400 copies of the questionnaire. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and the Covariance-Based Structural Equation Modelling (CB-SEM) were used to analyse data collected. The findings revealed that performance expectancy (PE) and effort expectancy (EE) were the two constructs that influenced PG students’ behavioural intention to use EIRs. In contrast, social influence (SI) and facilitating condition (FC) did not change the PG students’ behavioural plan to use EIRs. The study recommended the need for adequate training for postgraduate (PG) students on the obligation to accept and use EIRs.

Utilization of ICT among the Faculty Members of Government Siddha Colleges in Tamil Nadu

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-105
Author(s):  
S. Saravana Raj ◽  
K. Vijayakumar
Keyword(s):  
Operating System ◽  
Statistical Method ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Information Resources ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Personal Interview ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Electronic Information Resources

The present study deals with Utilization of ICT among the faculty members of Siddha Colleges and various level of operating system with the information accessed by the faculty through the internet. The survey was conducted with the help of the questionnaire and personal interview. The responses received from the available faculty are presented in tables and data is analyzed by using simple statistical method. The findings reveals that the access of electronic information is an important component of research activities for faculty members like E-Journals, E-books, E-databases are most preferred electronic information resources.

Usage of Electronic Resources by the Research Scholars of REVA University: A Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 71-74
Author(s):  
B. Vasantha ◽  
B. M. Meera ◽  
M. Dhanamjaya
Keyword(s):  
Information Resources ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Electronic Information ◽  
Knowledge Resources ◽  
Electronic Information Resources ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Frequency Of Use ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Information Domain

Tremendous advancement in Information and Communication Technology has its impact on all walks of life. The advent of Internet and the World Wide Web has particularly impacted Library and Information domain. Library and Information Centers today play an important role in enhancing the quality of academic environment and influence basic and core activity of the research centers. They help the users to identify and access the variety knowledge resources in different formats such as electronic information resources in academic institutions. The purpose of this paper to it understands the usage pattern of electronic information resources in an academic institute by the research scholars. A survey method is adopted to know the frequency of use, level of satisfaction with different resources, and the problems encountered while using electronic information resources at REVA University, Bengaluru.

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