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ACCESS TO COMMUNICATION BASED TECHNOLOGY AS A PANACEA FOR KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AMONG FACULTY OFFICERS IN AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
(Pakistan Librarians Welfare Organization (PLWO), 2022-09-15) Suleiman, Hussaini; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jaafar, Sani; Jimada, Aisha
This article was undertaken to investigate Access to Communication based Technology as a Panacea for Knowledge Management among Faculty Officers in Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. The study was guided by two research questions and objectives. The research methodology was purely quantitative and a descriptive research design was used. The study population includes 108 Faculty Officers in the five Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital Schools, Shika Zaria. Yamani's formula was used to determine the target population sample of 91 respondents. A questionnaire was used to collect data. A simple random sampling method was used as the sampling method to collect data from the study area. The tool was subjected to face and content validity. The pilot study was conducted at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria’s main campus, which was outside the key study areas but with similar characteristics, and was also tested for reliability using a split- half test, and obtained a reliability coefficient of 0.81. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Statistical Package for Social Science version 21.0. Among other things, the results of the study showed that the greater part of respondents indicated that email, online relay chats, Internet telephony, instant messaging, web services, and video conferencing were the types of Internet facilities or services required and accessible for Ahmadu Bello University Faculty Officers Shika Zaria Most respondents indicated that some of the factors that discourage the use of Internet facilities by Faculty Officers are lack of Internet access and inappropriate research on Internet skills. It recommended, among other things, that the management of Ahmadu Bello University Hospital, Shika, Zaria, should make more computer systems available to the Faculty Officers in the various schools of the institution to allow them unproblematic access to the Internet facilities.
Application of ICT in Digital Preservation Strategies in Academic Libraries
(Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife in Collaboration with Kwara State University, 2015-09-13) Jimada, Aisha; Esew, Micheal; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimoh, Amina; Abdullahi Mahadi, Bilkisu
Facilitating teaching, learning and research is the major role of academic libraries, to do so effectively libraries rely on documented information resources born either as print or digital. The paper highlighted the various strategies employed by academic libraries in digital preservation of their scholarly publications by the application of the appropriate information and communication technologies. Identified strategies for digital preservation by academic libraries as highlighted by this paper include the followings, investment strategies,short-time and long-time strategies. The study identified the re-use of ICT, especially the software component play a vital role in the digitization and preservation of scholarly publications. The paper went further to highlight the technical know-how and the ICT requirements in the digitization and preservation of scholarly publications which includes among others, identifying the items to be digitized, pulling them into loose sheets and digitize, ICT requirements highlighted includes scanners, digital cameras, use of Abbyyfine reader and uploading the items to Dspace. In conclusion, digitization and preservation of scholarly publications has to deal not only with the maintenance of files but also ways of keeping them accessible bearing in mind the current trends in technology
Application of Information Technology in Knowledge Management: A Global Perspective
(Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Nigeria., 2021-12) Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimada, Aisha; Abdulkarim, Murjanatu
This paper reviewed the application of Information Technology (IT) in knowledge Management: A global perspective. Information Technology (IT) has become a potent force in transforming social, economic, and political life globally. Without its incorporation into the information age, there is little chance for countries or regions to develop. Knowledge is considered a valuable asset to organizations. Effective knowledge management is an increasing important source of competitive advantage and a key to success of contemporary organizations, bolstering the collective expertise of its employees and partners. This paper establishes the role of IT in sharing, transferring and storing of information. Knowledge is very important especially for document management, storage, search and knowledge sharing to improve organizational effectiveness. Knowledge management without IT is useless for competitive ends. The paper also listed the three (3) categories of knowledge management technology such as groupware software, work flow system and content management system. The paper highlighted the characteristics of knowledge which include; knowledge is personal, knowledge is highly experiential, procedural and propositional. The paper gave the role of IT in knowledge management and information technology tools. The paper gave the implication of the role of IT in knowledge management that before developing an IT strategy, firms must develop a knowledge strategy to provide the basis for the IT strategy, not the other way round. Conclusions and recommendations were also provided
Digital preservation Strategies in the Federal University Libraries in the North West Nigeria
(Kenya Library and Information Science Consortium (KLISC), 2022-05-25) Jimada, Aisha; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jibril, Attahiru Alhassan
Digital preservation involves those activities that are carried out in libraries to protect their information resources that are born digital or those converted from analogue to digital form from loss and deterioration and to ensure long-term access to it despite the current changes in technology. This paper investigates the types of information resources digitized, the strategies used by the federal university libraries in North West Nigeria to preserve them so that they will remain accessible for use and reuse and the challenges facing it .Continuous access to digital information remain difficult even after they are preserved. A qualitative research method was adopted for the study; a purposive sampling technique was adopted and a structured interview was the instrument used to collect data for the study. The responses from the respondents were analyzed descriptively using tables. The result of the findings showed that theses, dissertations, preprint and post print journals are the common information resources digitise and preserved while refreshing and technology preservation are some of the strategies use , external hard drive is the storage media use . Erratic power is one of the challenges facing digital preservation. Based on the findings, the study concluded that digital preservation of information resources is carried out in the digitization unit of the libraries studied. Digitised resources are preserved in external hard discs, servers and most importantly in Institutional repositories. The paper recommended among others sensitization of Academic staff on the importance of uploading; normalization strategy should be adopted, proper maintenance of storage media should be adopted, use of cloud storage and adequate fund should be provided and policy should be developed
Factors Influencing Attitude of Teacher Librarians Toward Information Technology in Kaduna State
(Ahmadu Bello University Library Complex, A.B.U. Zaria. Nigeria, 2015) Gwari, Williams Habiba; Esew, Micheal; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimada, Aisha
The study aimed at examining the factors that influence the attitude of teacher librarians toward information technology in Kaduna State Secondary Schools. Survey research method was adopted. The study population comprises all the five hundred and four (504) schools. Out of this population two hundred and sixty- four (264) was used as sample size for the study. Questionnaire was the instruments used for data collection. The data collected were presented and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The study found that teacher librarians have positive attitude toward information technology as shown from the respondents who opined that information technology can enhance student learning. The study also found that the possible constraints which tend to have unanimous consensus among the respondents were inadequate trainings on the job, lack of access to technology, poor infrastructure/ social facilities and the epileptic power supply which adversely limit use of the technologies in secondary schools. The inferential analysis showed that the constraints to information technology usage in the secondary schools are positively correlated with the attitude of the teacher librarians towards the information technology use for teaching and learning in the schools. The study concluded that inadequacy of information technology resources, lack of confidence, anxiety, inadequate training, and lack of access to technology, poor infrastructure/ social facilities and epileptic power supply were some of the constraints that significantly influence the teacher librarians’ attitude towards information technology usage in the schools.
Factors to Consider in Formulating Library and Information Science Curriculum for the 21st Century
(Faculty of Education Federal Univeresity of Kashere, Gombe State, Nigeria, 2021-11-08) Jimada, Aisha; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Sambo, Suleiman
The purpose of Library and Information Science education is to educate individuals for career as librarians and information specialists to undertake instruction, research and service programs that will assist them meet up with current and emerging library and information need. This paper discussed factors to consider in library schools while formulating library and information science curriculum in the 21st century. The study found out that staff, instructional technology, open distance education, choice base, need base curriculum and need for national and international accreditation agency are some of the factors to consider in order to meet up with the current trend in the 21st century and job market. The paper also found out some of the inadequate infrastructure, / instructional facilities, lack of information and communication technology skills and outdated library and information science curriculum are some of the challenges facing library and information science and will continue to have problem in the digital era, these challenges can only be met if educators, library and information professionals work together and bring improvement through the curriculum with a great impact on work places. This paper recommends that adequate infrastructure and facilities, library and information staff should be trained and retrained on how to use information and communication facilities, and the library and information science curriculum should be updated regularly in order to meet up with the current trend in the profession and job market
How Gender and Cultural Issues Affect Access to Global Information as a Tool for Development Particularly in Developing Countries
(Library and Information Sensitization Vanguard of Nigera(LISVN) in Collaboration with the Department of Library and Information Sciencs, A.B.U. Zaria, Nigeria, 2021-03-24) Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimada, Aisha; Abdullahi, Hajara
Access to global information has several dimensions that will facilitate an inclusive society. Therefore, infrastructure of internet connectivity and the use of internet is an essential access channel for global information especially in developing countries. Gender is the relationships between men and women while culture is a system of knowledge shared by a relatively large group of people. Issues of gender inequality and culture such as cultural gender norms such as patriarchal structure, economic dependence on men, domestic roles and responsibilities poses hindrance to accessing information, inadequate or total lack of information makes women and girls have limited influence over resources in society and this has been a serious barrier when trying to get a clear picture of access to global information in developing countries. However, the author critically examined gender issues such as digital divide, cost of the internet and exclusion of women in terms of technology utilization. It further discusses critically on cultural issues as a way of life and believes of people in relation to access to global information society. The paper also highlighted the impact of information technology on women work such as helping the women to advance in technology and also creating new job through the information and communication technology. The paper went further to discuss the obstacles of women's access to global information such as low levels of education, illiteracy, low economic status and language. The paper also listed the economic empowerment through information and communication technology such as farming, trade and entrepreneurship and the paper concluded by discussing the challenges and issues to the access to global information in developing countries such as lack of electricity, inadequate ICT infrastructure, maintenance and expansion of computer networks, maintenance and expansion of computer and lack of holistic approach to infrastructure creation
INTEGRATED LIBRARY SYSTEM (ILS) SKILLS OF LIBRARIANS FOR ACCESSIBILITY OF RESOURCES
(Ahmadu Bello University, (A.B.U), University Library Complex, 2023-12-13) Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimoh, Amina Oiza; Jimada, Aisha
The aim of this research is to assess integrated library skills of librarians for accessibility of resources. An integrated library system (ILS), also known as a library management system (LMS), is an enterprise resource planning system for a library, used to track items owned, orders made, bills paid, and patrons who have borrowed. Many libraries are in the process of rethinking the effectiveness of the automation tools. They are using to provide library services, both within and outside of their library buildings. Internally, the core component driving many of these services has been the integrated library system (ILS). The next generations of these systems are called “library services platforms, a term coined by the consultant Marshall Breeding. The paper adopted conceptual approach. It determines the concept of ILS, Types of ILS, skills of integrated library systems of librarians, related studies, challenges of ILS, conclusions and recommendations. As libraries have moved increasingly to accommodate digital collections, they have found the ILS products unable to be reconfigured well enough to smoothly and efficiently handle the integration of all the workflows that are different, yet necessary, for both print and digital. In addition, the older ILS do not take advantage of the latest offerings in computing technologies and architectures particularly in the area of cloud computing. As technology continues to advance, the field of library and information science is evolving rapidly, and integrated library systems (ILS) of librarians need to keep up with the latest trends and technologies to remain competitive. Some of skills for ILS of librarians are; knowledge of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, big data analytics UX design, project management and digital preservation and curation.
Library Resources for the Visually Handicapped in Kaduna State: A Case study of Kaduna North Local Government Area
(Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto. Nigeria, 2018-02) Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimada, Aisha; Hassan, Hadizatu; Adedokun, Aderonke Olubukola; Shehu, Kokami
The research work was on library resources for the visually handicapped in Kaduna state. The work gave the definition of a handicapped as individuals who lack and have a defective functioning of any body part. It also listed the categories of physical disabilities which include: visual disabilities, hearing disabilities, mental health disabilities and intellectual disabilities. It also listed the library resources which include: Braille embossers, braille alphabets, braille duplicators and braille audio. Literature were reviewed based on the topic of study. A questionnaire containing 7 (seven) items were designed and used for the study. Interviews were also conducted for the school librarian, staff and the students using an interview guide. Results of findings revealed that the library resources for the visually handicapped are not current and are not also sufficient for the students due to majorly lack of funds. Recommendations such as the provision of funds and the training of the staff and students on how to access the various library resources to be able to meet with the challenges of this twenty first century in librarianship were given.
SKILLS USED IN A RCHIVES AND PRESERVATION OF MATERIALS IN THE 21ST CENTURY LIBRARIES AND FOR LIBRARIANS IN THE DIGITAL AGE
(Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (Khairun), Kano,Nigeria in Collaboration with Department of Library and Information Science Yusuf Maitama Sule University (Yumsuk) Kano, Nigeria, 2024-05-13) Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Abdulkarim, Murjanatu; Jimada, Aisha; Shehu, Kokami
This paper reviews the skills used in archives and preservation of materials in the 21st century libraries and for librarians in the digital age. Libraries and librarians must consider and comprehend numerous aspects of services that have emerged since the advent of information and communication technology (ICT). Librarians of this era are required to use digital tools to provide electronic service. Librarians should possess a diversity of internet skills. Amidst the skills is online skills and technology, which is a useful tool for identifying job titles, tasks, and talents (including technology knowledge).The paper highlighted the 21st century skills for archives and preservation in libraries and for librarians such as management systems, content curation, taxonomy creation, records preservation and management, competitive intelligence tracking, digital asset management, skills in scanning and filing digital formats, automated archival collections, management systems, encoded archival description (EAD), XML schemas and USMARC. The paper gave challenges of acquiring the skills such as inadequate training, non-challant attitude of librarians towards the utilization of modern technologies and lack of internet connectivity. The paper concluded that Librarians should want to grow by studying current skills that will allow them to compete with other librarians from around the world. The paper gave the way forward such as regular training and retooling especially with the changing in technology and vast growth of knowledge and the provision of superb internet.
STORAGE MEDIA USE AND CHALLENGES: THE CASE OF DIGITIZATION UNIT OF KASHIM IBRAHIM LIBRARY, AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA, NIGERIA
(Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Ghana ( CARLIGH), 2018-07-11) Jimada, Aisha; Esew, Micheal; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jibril, Attahiru Alhassan
This paper investigates the storage media used for preserving digital information resources and its challenges in the Digitization Unit of Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. In order to achieve the objective of the study, three research questions were raised for the purpose of the study. A qualitative research method was used with a purposive sampling technique adopted for the study; the instruments used to collect data were structured interview and observation. The responses from the respondents who were the staff of the Digitization Unit were analyzed descriptively using tables. The results of the study revealed that external hard drive, CD/DVD, Internal server were some of the storage media used in the Digitization Unit of the Library. It was also discovered that storing uploaded digitized local contents formed part of the reasons for using storage media. Finally, damaged CD/DVD and corrupt files were said to be some of the challenges faced while using the storage media. The paper recommends the use of mirror server, refreshment, migration and destruction of passwords to ensure perpetuity in the use of storage media in the Digitization Unit of Kashim Ibrahim Library
Storage media use in preservation of Information resources and Challenges Militating against successful access in the Federal University Libraries in the North Western States of Nigeria
(Department of Library and Information Science Rabindra Bharati University Kolkota, 2018) Jimada, Aisha; Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Ezra, Shiloba Gbaje
This paper investigates the available storage media use in preservation and challenges militating against successful access in the Federal University Libraries. In order to achieve this the objective three (3) research questions were asked. The qualitative research method was adopted, all the (14) staff that were involved in the management of digital information resources were used as the sample size for the study; purposive sampling technique was adopted for the study, the instruments used to collect data were interview and observation. The responses from the respondents who are the staff of the digitization unit were analyzed and discussed using tables. The results of the study revealed that internal server and external hard drive were some of the storage media available and used in the Federal University Libraries in the North Western states of Nigeria. It was discovered from the interview that storing digitized and uploaded local contents formed part of the reasons for using storage media, finally degradation, damaged CD, obsolescence and inadequate power supply forms some of the factors militating against successful access to stored digital information resources. The paper recommends the use of micro server, destruction of passwords to ensure perpetuity in the use of storage media, migration and meeting up with current upgrades in technology.
The Role of Nigerian Library Association in Continuous Development of Librarians in Nigeria
(Kenya Library and Information Science Consortium (KLISC), 2022-05-25) Goshie, Rhoda Wusa; Jimada, Aisha; Gwari, Williams Habiba
This paper reviews The Role of NLA in the Continuous Development of Librarians in Nigeria with specific focus on librarian and information profession. NLA has been in the forefront of the development of library profession in Nigeria. The objectives of NLA Includes; To unite persons interested in Libraries, Librarianship and Information services; To safeguard and promote the professional interests of librarians; To promote the establishment and development of libraries and information centre; The paper highlighted the factors that have promoted discussions of continuous professional development for librarianship which includes; the vast growth of new knowledge; introduction of new technology in libraries and an increasing highly educated populace. The paper also explained the thirteen special interest groups of the NLA currently in existence such as; Academics and Research Libraries (ARL) Association of Government Libraries (AGOL); Association of News Media Librarians of Nigeria (ANLON) to mention but a few. The paper explains the professional development as a lifelong learning and is indispensable for professional growth and instrumental for sustaining one’s competence. The library can also become more productive with new skills and knowledge acquired through professional development programmes. The paper further highlighted the various professional development programs put in place by librarians such as seminars, workshops, conferences, mentorship, courses, and distance learning programs with interactive capabilities. The paper discusses the importance of continuous development programs which includes to update knowledge and skills in existing and new areas of practice, keep professional qualifications up-to-date, raise one’s profile through certifications and networking, making oneself more marketable to future employers and obtain new improved skills-making challenging tasks easier. The paper highlighted the problems associated with attending professional development program which includes; lack of interest, unacceptance of submitted papers and lack of awareness.