Analysis of Factors Affecting Lecturers’ Research Quality through the Use of Digital Libraries

Desika Handayani (Universitas Islam Negeri Fatmawati Sukarno, Bengkulu)
Ririn Rizki Apdasuli (Universitas Islam Negeri Fatmawati Sukarno, Bengkulu)
Desy Eka Citra Dewi (Universitas Islam Negeri Fatmawati Sukarno, Bengkulu)

Southeast Asian Journal of Global Trends and Issues in Education
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Southeast Asian Journal of Global Trends and Issues in Education, 1(2), 2025

Background: The research quality of lecturers is a critical measure of the overall performance of higher education institutions. Digital libraries have become a vital resource in facilitating academic research by offering easy access to a wide array of scholarly materials. However, despite their advantages, many lecturers still face challenges in utilizing digital libraries effectively, impacting the quality of their research. Objective: This study aims to analyze the factors affecting the quality of lecturers’ research through the use of digital libraries, focusing on aspects such as information literacy, access to technology, institutional support, and training. Method: The study employs a qualitative descriptive approach using a literature review method. Relevant articles, books, and academic papers were collected, analyzed, and synthesized to identify key factors influencing research quality. Result: The study finds that factors such as lecturers' information literacy skills, institutional policies, and access to technology are critical in maximizing the use of digital libraries for research. Additionally, the role of librarian support and comprehensive training is significant in improving research quality. Conclusion: Improving digital literacy, providing institutional support, and offering training on the use of digital libraries are crucial for enhancing lecturers' research quality. By addressing these barriers, institutions can help lecturers fully leverage digital libraries to improve their academic output. Originality/Value: This review article provides original insights in the field of library and information science and higher education management by synthesizing existing literature on the multidimensional factors influencing lecturers research quality through digital library adoption specifically information literacy technological infrastructure and institutional support which have previously received fragmented attention. This study maps current theoretical and methodological gaps and serves as a strategic reference contributing to the development of institutional framework models and setting future research agendas for optimizing academic research productivity via digital library systems.