Inkunabula: Journal of Library Science and Islamic Information
Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): September

Accessibility, Utilisation and Perceived Usefulness of Library Resources on the Study Habits of Undergraduates in Kwara State Universities

Bankole, Qudus Ajibola (Unknown)
Adelodun, Abdullateef Funsho (Unknown)
Sulaiman, Kabir Gambari (Unknown)
Saliu, Abdulfatai (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
02 Aug 2024

Abstract

The research explores the accessibility, utilisation, and perceived usefulness of library resources among undergraduates in Nigeria, aiming to enhance their study habits. Conducted through a survey with 410 undergraduates from three universities offering library and information science programs, data was collected via questionnaires and analysed descriptively and inferentially. Findings revealed predominant usage of library resources via the university library, departmental library, and electronic databases, including journals, OPAC, textbooks, databases and projects/theses. Students acknowledged the usefulness of these resources in research projects, knowledge acquisition, learning quality, and assignments. Common study habits encompassed post-lecture review, utilising breaks for study, minimizing distractions and prioritise academic commitments over social activities. Statistical analyses showcased significant correlations and indicated that independent variables collectively influenced 48.3% of observed variations in study habits. Ultimately, the study suggests that leveraging accessible, useful library resources could enhance undergraduates' study habits and foster academic success.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

inkunabula

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT Library & Information Science

Description

Inkunabula: Journal of Library Science and Islamic Information adalah jurnal ilmiah yang diterbitkan oleh Jurusan Ilmu Perpustakaan dan Informasi Islam, Universitas Islam Negeri Datokarama Palu pada tahun 2022. Jurnal ini diperuntukkan bagi dosen, pustakawan, ilmuwan informasi, spesialis informasi, ...