BOOK ACQUISITION IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES SOURCES AND METHODS (A Case Study of Imo State Polytechnic Library Muagwo)

ABSTRACT

This work is on book acquisition in academic libraries sources and methods. A case study of Imo state Polytechnic Library Umuagwo. It emphasized the need for acquisition of library materials for its primary clientele 8 questionnaires forms were administered to the institution under study. It was formed out that the institution under study their library involves in acquisition of library materials. Chapter two reviews what the topic is talking about. Chapter three deals with the methods adopted in the research work, findings and discussion were outlined, it is observed from the finding that the library acquire their materials through gift exchange, purchase etc. Recommendations were made on how to improve and maintain the acquisition department. It also recommend on how to ensure effective and relevant materials to its users.

TABLE OF CONTENT
Title page
Certification
Dedication
Acknowledgement 
Abstract
Table of contents

CHAPTER ONE
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Background/History of the study
1.2 Statement of problem
1.3 Objectives of the study
1.4 Research questions
1.5 Scope and limitation of the study
1.6 Significance of the study 
1.8 Definition of terms

CHAPTER TWO
Literature review 

CHAPTER THREE
3.0 Research methodology
3.1 Research design
3.2 Population of study
3.3 Sample size
3.4 Data collection instrument 
3.5 Method of data analysis

CHAPTER FOUR
4.0 Presentation, Data Analysis and Interpretation of data

CHAPTER FIVE
5.0 Summary of findings, Conclusion and Recommendation
5.1 Summary Finding
5.3 Conclusion
5.4 Recommendation
    Bibliography
    Appendix
    Questionnaire