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Isiaka, Abdullahi Olayinka
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Examining the types and purpose of cloud computing used for library services delivery in academic libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria Isiaka, Abdullahi Olayinka; Saliu, Abdulfatai; Mahammuod, Sulyman Olaitan; Bankole, Qudus AJibola
Record and Library Journal Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): June
Publisher : D3 Perpustakaan Fakultas Vokasi Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/rlj.V10-I1.2024.22-38

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Background of the study: The implementation and integration of information and communication technology in library services and operations has revolutionized traditional practices, enabling libraries to adapt to the evolving needs of users in the digital era. Purpose: The main purpose of this study is to examine the types and purposes of cloud computing used for library service delivery in academic libraries in Kwara State, Nigeria. Methods: The study used a descriptive survey approach. The population was all the 108 librarians in the eight universities in Kwara State, Nigeria. A total enumeration sampling technique was employed, and a questionnaire was used to collect data from the librarians. The study answered three research questions. Findings: The study revealed that OCLC, Word cat, Google Docs, and other types of cloud computing are being utilized by the librarians. The study also revealed that poor internet connectivity, among other challenges, militates against the use of cloud computing for academic library service delivery. Conclusion: The study concluded that the librarians make use of cloud computing for library services. The study recommends that the library should provide reliable internet facilities with fast speeds, high broadband, and reliable power supplies, among others.
RESHAPING ACADEMIC LIBRARIES AS DYNAMIC PARTNERS AND KNOWLEDGE HUBS FOR RESEARCH PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR ACADEMICS Isiaka, Abdullahi Olayinka; Bamidele, Benjamin Adebisi; Ibitoye, Adelani Rotimi; Yusuf, Abdullahi Adebola
JINAV: Journal of Information and Visualization Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : PT Mattawang Mediatama Solution

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35877/454RI.jinav4300

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Academic libraries have long been regarded as repositories of knowledge, but their roles are rapidly evolving to meet the growing demands of research productivity and professional development among academics. This paper explores how libraries are transforming into dynamic partners and knowledge hubs to facilitate access to resources, tools, and services that enhance research output and academic growth among academics. This study adopted a survey design approach. The population of this study is all the 86 academic librarians from the nine university libraries in Kwara State. Total enumeration sampling technique was used and data were collected via questionnaire from the respondents. Data collected were analysed and presented with frequency counts, simple percentage and tables. Findings revealed that academic libraries play significance roles as dynamic partners in supporting research activities and professional development such as supporting multidisciplinary research; mentorship and consultation services; facilitating research collaboration among academics; engaging with global networks for shared resources; and training and capacity building for academics. Findings further revealed the invaluable roles of academic libraries as knowledge hubs in supporting research activities and professional development such as supporting scholarly publishing; enhanced access to research resources; promoting lifelong learning among academics; bibliometric analysis services; open-access initiative programs; and research data management and curation. Lastly, findings identified the innovative technologies academic libraries adopted to align their services with the changing needs of researchers and academics such as open-access academic databases; enhanced digital repositories; and cloud computing services. This study concluded that the roles of academic libraries as dynamic partners and knowledge hubs are paramount to research productivity and professional development of academics in Kwara State. This study recommended that academic libraries need to do more on building institutional partnerships by collaborating with academic departments, research centers, and external organizations to develop shared resources and programs that benefit researchers.
Co-Authors Bamidele, Benjamin Adebisi Bankole, Qudus AJibola Ibitoye, Adelani Rotimi Mahammuod, Sulyman Olaitan Saliu, Abdulfatai Yusuf, Abdullahi Adebola