ABSTRACT The collaboratory research concept is close to two decades old and it entails researchers working together on research projects irrespective of their geographical location resulting in co-authored publications. Collaboratory research could help address teaching, professional and industry based issues facing a host of disciplines. However, despite its potential, collaboratory research in the field of library and information sciences (LIS) is insignificant. This study therefore sought ...
Abstract This survey study was conducted with the main objective of evaluating the use and services provision of MTN Foundation's Digital library project at University of Lagos, Nigeria with regards to the objectives of establishing it. A descriptive research approach was adopted for this study Questionnaire constituted the major instrument used for data collection even though the librarian in charge of this library was interviewed and documentary records consulted to obtain such data as list...
ABSTRACT Motivation of paraprofessionals is pertinent for excellent service delivery in the library since they constitute the first point of call to any patron who enters the library. The study therefore looks at motivation of paraprofessionals in selected academic libraries in Ghana. The study used a case study approach that involved unstructured interviews to solicit information from 24 paraprofessional library staff at Valley View University (VVU) and University of Professionals Studies, A...
INTRODUCTION All classes of people need information to be able to perform effectively. Government officials, businessmen, students and researchers need accurate information for better performance of their activities. The type of information required will, however, depend on the needs of the individual. Perhaps a technologist or scientist may require more data than the ordinary technician, but in the solution of day-to-day problems, all group needs are equally important and information workers...
ABSTRACT High maternal and child mortality rates have been linked to unhealthy practices by mothers in Nigeria. These practices could be traced to obsolete and inadequate information available to mothers. There are several e-health interventions by organisations to enhance Maternal Health Practices (MHP) with little consideration for mothers’ perception of health worker Information and Communication Technology (ICT) use and relevance of disseminated information to MHP. This study, therefor...