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A Comparative Evaluation of the Networks of Three Nigerian Federal Universities for Effective Library Services
(Ghana Library Journal, Ghana, 2013) Abduldayan, F.J.; Oluwade, B.; Oyedum, G.U.
This paper is a comparative evaluation of the networks of three Nigerian federal universities and how such networks can be used to enhance library services. The university networks included in this study are the Federal University of Technology Minna Network (FUTMINNet), University of Jos Network (UNIJOSNet) and University of Lagos Network (UNILAGNet). University of Minna (FUTMIN), established in the 1980s, belongs to the third generation of Nigerian universities; University of Jos (UNIJOS) (established in the 1970s) belongs to the second generation, while University of Lagos (UNILAG) (which was established in the 1960s) belongs to the first generation. Both FUTMIN and UNIJOS are located in North Central geo-political zone of Nigeria while UNILAG is located in the South West zone. The research design employed was the survey method (involving the use of questionnaire, interview, and direct observation) to study the wired and wireless connectivity of the networks of the three universities and compare them against criteria such as network speed, bandwidth, latency, and user response. Structured and semi-structured questionnaires were administered to the network users of each of the three universities, giving a total of 300 questionnaires for the study. The result of the study shows that UNIJOSNet is the fastest while in terms of the wired service, UNILAGNet is the fastest. FUTMINNet is not performing well compared with the UNIJOSNet and UNILAGNet, or not satisfying its users at a satisfactory level. Wireless services of UNIJOSNet and UNILAGNet, which in turn affects the quality of library services offered to users. Wireless services of FUTMINNet do not adequately meet the expectations of users of library services. The paper recommends that the library network services of UNILAGNet has the best performance, while FUTMINNet needs the most improvement. Finally, universities need to enhance their wireless networks by upgrading and expanding the network components and infrastructures of all the networks, especially FUTMINNet.
Access to information and awareness level of public librarians as tools for effective implementation of sustainable development goals in Nigeria
(2023-11-08) Salubuyi, M.A.; Abdullahi, M.S.; Abduldayan F.J.
This is a study on how public access and the awareness level of public librarians can be used as tools for the effective implementation of Sustainable development goals. The study adopted a descriptive research method. Purposive sampling procedure was used to gather information from one hundred and sixty-nine (169) librarians from six public libraries in Nigeria. While smith’s formula for unknown population was used to select three hundred and eighty-four (384) public library users from the six (6) public libraries for the study. The findings revealed that, the awareness level of public librarians does not commensurate with their level of involvement in Sustainable Development Goals related activities which is relatively low in the public libraries. Findings further revealed that adequate public access need to be put in place for the public library users to have easy access to information and materials on developmental programmes emanating from the public libraries.
Adopting Economic Knowledge and Technology Driven Approach as a Means of Achieving Sustainable Economy
(5th International Conference of School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), 2017) Igwe, C. O.; Chibuogwu, C. F.; Gana, C. S.; Akawu, L. A.
The driving forces of any economy is knowledge and technology. The pride of any economy is its sustainability. Consistent technological innovations will constitute the lubricant that eases the processes in any economy that can be sustained. Economic knowledge produces and engenders the lubrication of the technological knows-how which runs the economy for sustainability. This paper examines the roles of economic knowledge and technology driven approach in achieving sustainable economy. It also considers the barriers to sustainable economy as well as the benefit derivable from a sustained economy. It therefore recommends measures to be put in place if any meaningful economic development activity should take place in any society economic sustainability.
Adoption of Chatbots in Academic Libraries in Niger State for Effective Service Delivery.
(Nasarawa Journal of Library and Information Science (NAJLIS) University Library, Nasarawa State University, 2025-04-09) Gana, Leah Yebo; Salau, S. A.; Uno, C. A.; Tauheed, H. N; Gana, G. N.
The study examined the awareness and adoption of chatbots by librarians for effective service delivery in academic libraries in Niger State Nigeria. The adoption of chatbots is an emerging trend with limited research. The study was guided by four (4) research questions to explore the perceived concerns of librarians in Niger state, familiarity with use of chatbot technologies, perceived impact of chatbot technologies on library services and user satisfaction and the primary expectations of librarians regarding the integration of chatbots into academic library services. Survey questionnaires were administered to 34 librarians across two (2) academic universities servicing postgraduate students in Niger State. A good number of respondents are comfortable with use of digital technologies and need for formal trainings on chatbot implementation. Majority of respondents believed chatbots will increase efficiency of library services. However, key concerns such as data privacy, employment implications and accuracy of information were raised. The study concludes that chatbot integration is essential for the evolving advancements library services and recommends training programs for librarians, targeted policies and chatbot designs to meet the peculiarity of the Nigerian library system.
Analysis of personal entrepreneurial competencies possessed by students for establishing small and medium scale enterprise in FCT, Abuja
(Book of Proceedings of 1st International Conference of School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), 2013) Owodunni, S. A.; Igwe, C. O.; Sanni, T. A.
This study investigated Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PEC) Possessed by technical College students for establishing small and Medium Scale Enterprise (SMEs). Two research questions and 2 hypotheses were developed for this study. A survey research design was used for the study. The population comprised of 234 students of Federal Science Technical College Orozo and Government Technical College, Garki in Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. The subjects responded to 28-item questionnaires. The questionnaire was validated by 3 experts in entrepreneurship education from Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State. The reliability of the instrument was found to be 0.68 using Cronbach Alpha formula. Mean and Standard Deviation were used to answer and analyze the research questions, while the hypotheses were tested using t-test statistics at 0.05 level of significant. The study revealed that entrepreneurial competencies such as opportunity sensing, persistence, commitment to contract, risk-taking and information seeking among others are PEC possessed by technical college students in FCT. The findings also showed that PEC such as opportunity sensing, persistence, commitment to contract, risk-taking and information seeking, self-confidence, appraise the performance of the enterprise among others are being utilized by the student. The study further revealed that there was no significant difference between the mean response of male and female students on the PEC possessed by Technical College Student for establishing an enterprise. It was recommended among others that all the competencies discovered to be possessed by students in the study should be packaged and included in curriculum of Technical College programme. Teachers should assist students to identify their PEC for establishing an SME.
Application of Artificial Intelligence Tools for Sustainable Library and Information Science Research Practices among LIS Postgraduate Students in Federal University of Technology, Minna
(2024-10-14) M.A. Salubuyi,; F.J. Abduldayan,; Gana, L.Y.,; Tauheed, H.N.
This study investigates the application and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) tools by postgraduate students in Library and Information Science (LIS) for Sustainable Research practices in Federal University of Technology, Minna. To carry out this research, descriptive survey research design was used to gather the necessary data. Four research questions were formulated for the study. Total enumeration was used to adopt the total population of LIS postgraduate students in FUT, Minna. A close ended electronic questionnaire was developed which was used to collect data for this study. The data gathered from the questionnaire were analysed using descriptive statistics of percentages and charts. The findings shed light on the role of AI tools such as chatgpt, grammerly, chatbots, language translation services, Alexa and so on, in enhancing research efficiency, promoting environmental sustainability, and advancing social equity within the LIS community. The study also discusses challenges and barriers faced by students in adopting AI technologies, such as data privacy concerns, ethical considerations, and digital divide issues. Based on the empirical evidence, the study recommended that researchers should employ AI-powered tools to improve their research process and not over rely on AI tools; picking of the right AI tools based on their requirements; establishment of precise goals for AI applications; enlisting the expertise of Data Scientists and AI Specialists’ to effectively incorporate AI into their research and promotion of a collaborative research atmosphere. Overall, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of the intersection between AI and sustainability within the LIS education and research landscape.
Application of Artificial Intelligence Tools for Sustainable Library and Information Science Research Practices among LIS postgraduate Students in Federal University of Technology, Minna.
(2024-07-18) Salubuyi, M.A.; Abduldayan, F.J.; Gana, Leah Yebo; Tauheed, H.N.
This study investigates the application and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) tools by postgraduate students in Library and Information Science (LIS) for sustainable Research practices in Federal University of Technology, Minna. To carry out this research, descriptive survey research design was used to gather the necessary data. Four research questions were formulated for the study. Total enumeration was used to adopt the total population of LIS postgraduate students in FUT, Minna. A close ended electronic questionnaire was developed which was used to collect data for this study. the data gathered from the questionnaire were analysed using descriptive statistics of percentages and charts. The findings shed lights on the role of AI tools such as chatgpt, grammerly, chatbots, language translation services, Alexa an so on, in enhancing research efficiency, promoting environmental sustainability, and advancing social equity within the LIS community. The study also discusses challenges and barriers faced by students in adopting AI technologies, such as data privacy concerns, ethical considerations, and digital divide issues. Based on the empirical evidence, the study recommended that researchers should employ AI-powered tools to improve their research process and not over rely on AI tools; picking of right AI tools is based on their requirements; establishment; establishment of precise goals for AI applications; enlisting the expertise of Data Scientists and AI Specialists' to effectively incorporate AI into their research and promotion of a collaborative research atmosphere. Overall, the research contributes to a deeper understanding of the intersection between AI and sustainability within the LIS education and research landscape.
Assesment of Tasks and Procedures Necessary for Students Practical Work in Block/Brick Laying and Concreting in Technical Colleges in Niger State
(8th International Conference of School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), 2021) Abubakar, T.; Abrack, Y.; Igwe, C. O.; Mohammed, B. M.; Atsume, B. N.; Audu, R.
This study was designed to assess tasks and procedures for practical work in Brick/Blocklaying and Concreting in Technical Colleges in Niger State. Three research questions were formulated to guide the study. One null hypothesis was formulated and tested at the probability of 0.05 level of significance. Thirty nine structured questionnaire items were developed and used for the study while three experts were engaged to face-validate the instrument. The instrument was pilot tested on 15 students and reliability coefficient of the entire instrument was 0.87. Research and design was adopted, the respondents for the study was 69 made up of 49 Building Technology Teachers, and 20 Registered Builders. The major findings of the study include among others that, some tasks has been identified appropriate for inclusion in the instrument for assessing practical work in Brick/Blocklaying and Concreting in Technical Colleges in Niger State. It was recommended that Brick/Blocklaying and Concreting teachers should be acquainted with the developed instrument to enhance uniform standard in assessing student’s practical work.
Assessment of Compliance with Preliminary Environmental Investigations for Erecting Sustainable Building Structure in Abuja Metropolis, Nigeria
(Journal of Sustainability and Environmental Management, 2022-05-26) M. B. Ibrahim; I. Dauda; C. O. Igwe; A. M. Hassan
The continuous collapse of structures which is usually accompanied by great loss of lives and properties, the conscientious construction activities in the country has a direct or indirect impingement on the environment by displacing settlements, hampering farming activities and the destruction of beneficial plants. This pose threats to the continuous existence of man and the sustenance of natural vegetation. Based on the foregoing, the study was designed to assess compliance with preliminary environmental investigations for erecting sustainable building structures in Abuja Metropolis. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The research was carried out in Abuja Metropolis Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The targeted population for the study was 148 subjects comprising of 72 builders and 76 engineers. Since the population was manageable no sampling was done. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. Cronbach’s alpha statistical tool was used to determine the internal consistency of the instrument and was found to be 0.80. Data collected for the study was analyzed using mean, standard deviation and z-test. Mean was used to analyze the research questions while z-test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that builders and engineers are aware of all the necessary preliminary investigations that should be conducted before erecting building structures. The findings also showed that despite the fact that builders and engineers are aware of the necessary preliminary environmental investigations to be conducted before erecting building structures, they still fail to execute the investigations of the building which aren’t environmentally friendly. Based on the findings of the study, it is recommended that all the preliminary investigations identified in this study should be made a requirement for approving any building plans and construction and also government should enact laws to punish violators of preliminary investigations in Nigeria.
Assessment of National Project Health and Safety Plan Template Compliance by Building Con.struction Industries in Abuja Metropolis
(Journal of Information, Education, Science and Technology, 2021) Mohammed, U. K.; Igwe, C. O.; Kareem, W. B.
The study assessed the level of compliance with Health and Safely Plan on Scaffolding and Roof works in Building construction site in Abuja Metropolis. Two research questions were raised and answered as well as two hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Study was conducted at building construction site in Abuja Metropolis. The population of this study comprised of 127respondentsfrom the selected registered construction companies in Abuja Metropolis. A structured questionnaires which contain 50 items was designed to obtain information from the respondents. The instrument was subjected to face and content validation by three experts, which include two in Building Technology Education, Federal University of Technology Minna, one from Niger State Ministry of Work and Infrastructural Development (MOWID). The reliability coefficient of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha formula and reliability index of 0.81 was obtained. The data collected was analyzed using mean and standard deviation while ttest statistics was uséd to test the null hypotheses at 0.05level of significance. Base on the data analyzed the following findings among other revealed that erection of scaffold under the supervision of competent personnel are not complied with, erection of guard-rail and toe to a safer height at the opening site are not effectively complied with, precaution are not taken to effectively stop debris falling on to others working under the roof. Base on the finding it was recommended that, Government should provide appropriate inspection services and enforce the application of the Health and Safely Plan officers in order to ensure compliance by all building construction industries in Abuja Metropolis. Construction Company should appoint qualified personnel whose special and main responsibility is the promotion of health and safety at all Building construction site.
Assessment of the Skill Acquisition Centers in Training Youths for self-Employment in Niger State
(Benue State University Journal of Education (BSUJE), 2017) Igwe, C. O.; Abutu, F.; Gana, C. S.; Nwokolo-Ojo, J. C.; Mohammed, M. M
This paper assessed the effectiveness of skill acquisition centers in training youths for self-employment in Niger State. The study was a survey research in which data were collected with the use of a 30-item questionnaire on a population of 158 respondents purposively sampled from National Directorate of Employment (NDE) skill acquisition centers for youth in Minna, Suleja and Bida towns. The data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation on a 4-point scale, while z-test was used to test the null hypotheses at.05 level of probability. Findings of the study revealed that a number of programmes are put in place in skill acquisition centers but faced several challenges in terms of effective implementation. The study found that the small amount of salaries paid to master trainers plus the irregularities and delay in payment reduces motivation to teach skills; poor monitoring, supervision and pedagogical competence in terms of instructional delivery of skills; poor funding and misappropriation of training funds plus disregards to the needs of the informal sector: are among the major challenges faced by skill acquisition centers in training youth for self-employment in Niger State. The study recommended standardizing programme implementation operations and certification at skill acquisition centers and adequate funding of NDE youth training programmes at all levels of governance in Nigeria.
Comparative Analysis of Users’ Rating of the Management Information System Units of Three Universities in North Central Nigeria
(African Journal of Computing & ICT, 2019-09) Daniel Ojonugwa Abutu; Fatimah Jibril Abduldayan; Maryam Lami Abdullahi; Aishat Haruna Abduldayan
This is a comparative analysis of users’ rating of the effectiveness of services provided by the management information system units of three selected Nigerian universities using certain parameters like structural layout, network equipment and security measures, bandwidth and latency, and users’ satisfaction. The selected universities were the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMIN), Baze University, Abuja (BAZEUNI) and University of Abuja (UNIABUJA). Each of these universities has Management Information System (MIS) units that are responsible for managing students’ academic records and personal details. The FUTMIN MIS is characterized by students complaints ranging from delay in connecting to the university network, incorrect students’ records, delay in staff response to queries amongst other. Students’ often wish that they were in other universities that were assumed to offer better services. This study therefore conducted a survey research using a structured questionnaire to gather data on the actual year of establishment of MIS, present composition of MIS users, network infrastructures, security measures, bandwidth and latency of the network, staff strength and area of expertise and future plans from Heads of Information Technology Services (ITS) units in charge of MIS as well as students who are users of the MIS services. Simple percentages and frequency counts were used to report the findings. It was revealed that FUTMIN MIS is not meeting the expectations of its users while BAZEUNI and UNIABUJA performed better at meeting the expectations of their users. The study recommended that FUTMIN ITS unit should organize training and workshop for technical staff, increase the number of ITS staff and network equipment and finally, source for funding from international agencies and donors.
Cross Job Transferability Skills Required by Technical and Vocational Education Graduates for Curbing Unemployment in Niger State
(4th International Conference of School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), 2016) Raymond, E.; Ojeme, J. A.; Igwe, C. O.; Mohammed, A. S.
This study was designed to determine the cross job transferability skills required by Technical and Vocational Education graduates for curbing unemployment in Niger State. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. A total of 50 respondents comprising of ten (10) Technical and Vocational Education lecturers in Federal University of Technology, Minna, twenty (20) Technical and Vocational Education graduates already working in Niger State, and twenty(20) employers of labour. Two research questions guided the study. The instrument for data collection was a five point scale questionnaires titled: Cross Job Transferability Skills Questionnaires (CJTSQ). Mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions. Finding revealed that: Appropriate expression of feelings, understanding and respect of the feelings of others; working effectively and productively with others; and defining and accepting individual and group roles and responsibilities are among the required transferable skills needed for cross job mobility of Technical and Vocational Education graduate. It was also discovered that redesigning programmes to include content that are vocationally oriented; and allowing students to discover and develop skills by themselves are techniques for improving the acquisition of cross job transferability skills of technical and vocational education graduates. It was therefore recommended that greater recognition and promotion of transferable skills to enhance flexibility in cross-occupational mobility should be encouraged in Technical and Vocational Education. Also, teachers and employment facilitators should help Technical and Vocational Education graduates recognize and understand their transferable skills.
Curriculum and Industrial Demand: A Tool for Industrial Efficiency
(Book of Proceedings of 7th International Conference of School of Science and Technology Education, Federal University of Technology, Minna, 2019) Mohammed, U. K.; Katken, K. K.; Adamu, M. D.; Igwe, C. O.
This paper discusses the efficiency of the industry via proper design curriculum, the curriculum are more responsible to industry needs and provide the students with employable skills and positive work values needed to meet the changing demands of industries and global environment. The existed methodology is based on basics and current trends of the domain these curriculums developed only theoretical knowledge they won’t get any industrial based exposure to overcome this issue, the proposed methodology is based on education and innovative in the industry, current trends in the job market are also considered while developing the syllables. The paper submits recommendations on further enhanced strategies that will help in the development of education in line with modern trends in curriculum issues.
Disinformation, Fake News, and the prolonged Academic Staff union of Universities strike: The Nigerian Universities’ story
(2024) F.J. Abduldayan; S.O. Abu; R.S. Ahmed; M.A. Gomna; M.A. Salubuyi; P.O. Chuks-Ibe
Information literacy skill is essential for everyone especially at this age of information overload where it is often difficult to sieve the truth out of the numerous information dissemination channels available on the Internet. Librarians and libraries are at the forefront of ensuring that only should accurate, timely, and reliable information is offered to their users. However, the scourge of disinformation and fake news has created a huge gap which libraries and librarians are expected to fill. The study examined the impact of disinformation and fake news on the prolonged Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strike in Nigerian universities. Secondary data was gathered from the report by ASUU National executives and Government officials from the Ministry of Education and Labour at the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Also, reactions from Nigerian students to some of the information on the Internet was mined from Twitter. Content and thematic analysis was done on the gathered data using the Braun & Clarke thematic analysis approach. The findings of the study provided a framework that can be adopted to fill information and communication gap between the university union, the government, and Nigerian students in order to limit the effect of disinformation and fake news on the public and the Nation at large. Also, the result of the study showed the reports from Government officials, Academic Staff Union of University and students’ perspectives. The study recommended that libraries should have official social media handle where current information be disseminated regularly.
Education and Sustainable Development: Challenges and Prospects of Technology Education in Nation Building
(African Education Indices, 2013) Igwe, C.O.
The sustainable development of a nation depends largely on the level of the citizens' participation in technology education and ability to use that technology in transforming its environment. The 7-point agenda of Yar'Adua's administration is geared towards a better life for Nigerians and having a strong and self-reliant nation with a dynamic economy that can compete globally. Education and training remain the universally acclaimed keys that unlock every" other sector for sustainable national development. This paper discussed education and sustainable development. with emphasis on the role of technology education in nation building, challenges of technology education in a developing nation and made recommendations such as the establishment of more schools and teacher training programs, among others, for a more functional education.
Effects of Low Income on the Standard and Quality of Residential Buildings in Kaduna State, Nigeria
(8th International Conference of School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE), 2021) Igwe, C. O.; Yayock, D. S.; Yayock, D. S.; Ibrahim, D.; Ayorinde, G. O.
This study examined low income and its effect on the standard and quality of residential building in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Two research questions were developed and answered while two null hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance and 100 degrees of freedom. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The entire population of 2,019 respondents consisting of 1,435 registered residential buildings and 584 builders in Kaduna State were used for the study. A 24 item structured questionnaire developed from the literature reviewed for the study was used to collect data from the respondents. Each questionnaire was divided into two categories of; reasons for acquiring low quality materials and curtailing the difference between low income and the standard and quality of residential buildings in Kaduna State. The "reasons for acquiring low income materials" had a four (4) response options of Highly Often (HO), Often (O), Moderately Often (MO) and Not Often (NO). The "curtailing the difference between low income and the standard and quality of residential buildings" category also had 4 response options of High Agree (HA), Agree (A), Moderately Agree (MA) and Not Agree (NA). The questionnaire items were face validated by three experts. The 2,019 copies of the questionnaire were administered on the respondents with the help of two research assistants. 694 copies of the questionnaire administered were retrieved and analysed. Weighted mean, standard deviation and Improvement Need Index (INI) were used to answer the research questions while t-test statistic was used to test the null hypotheses 1 and 2 respectively. The findings of the study revealed that low income has effect on the standard and quality of residential buildings in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The findings on hypotheses1 and 2 revealed that there was no significance difference in the mean ratings of the respondents (Residential Building Clients and Builders) on all the items on reasons for acquiring low quality materials and ways of curtailing the difference between low in come and it's effects on the standard and quality of residential buildings in Kaduna State, Nigeria. It was therefore recommended that theministry of urban and town planning should organised orientation/seminar from time to time to brainwash the residential building client on what is required at each stage of the housing value chain, from foundation footing to roofing and finishing, and from engaging locals from the communities, to building and improving the standard and quality of their residential buildings so that it will to be safe, resilient and sustainable. There should be a provision for an effective loan scheme, partial upgrading, effective urban development policy, and improvement of sanitary conditions and enforcement of housing and building codes.
Effects of mind Mapping Strategy on Achievement of Senior Secondary School Chemistry Students in Minna Metropolis
(Nigerian Journal of Educational Philosophy (NJEP), 2017) Gana, C. S.; Nmamdu, R. K.; Ibrahim, W. D.; Igwe, C. O.
Student in Minna Metropolis, Niger State. The research design employed was Quasi-Experimental design. Random Sampling Technique was used to select four senior secondary schools for the study intact classes with a sample size of 261 (179 male and 82 female) SS 11 Chemistry students was used. The research instruments used were the twenty items multiple-choice Chemistry Achievement Test (CAT) and Students Motivation Toward Chemistry Learning Questionnaire (SMTCLQ). The instruments were validated by experts. The instrument for data collection was CAT. The reliability coefficients of CAT was 0.81 using kuder Richardson (KR-21). Two research questions and two null hypotheses were raised for the study. Analysis of Covariance was employed in analyzing the data. The results showed that :( 1) students exposed to mind Mapping Instructional Strategy performed better than their counterpart that used conventional method; (11) there was no significant difference in the mean achievement scores of male and female students taught chemistry using Mind Mapping Instructional Strategy (MMIS). In conclusion Mind Mapping Strategy affects the student achievement positively. Therefore, it was recommended, among others, that Mind Mapping Strategy should be used in teaching chemistry at senior secondary schools.
Empowering LIS Educators with ICT skills for Creative and Innovative Knowledge Sharing in the Digital Age.
(Zeh Communications, 2020) Babalola, G.A.; Gana, Leah Yebo; Udoudoh, S.J.; Saidu, A.A.; Uno, C.A.; Madaki, A.M.
The rapidly evolving exigencies of the digital age are part of the compelling forces for all professionals including Library and Information Science (LIS) Educators to collaborate in terms of knowledge sharing rather than being islands to one another. Innovative and creative knowledge sharing coupled with Information and Communications Technology (ICT) proficiency would go a long way in not only empowering but in enhancing the productivity, the relevance and the profitability of LIS Educators in the digital age. The paper, therefore, examined how the possession of ICT skills coupled with creative and innovative knowledge sharing could serve as empowering and productive tools for LIS educators in the digital age. Issues that border on how ICT could improve creativity and innovation in knowledge sharing were also discussed. A nexus and the inextricable interplay among ICT Skills; Creativity; Innovation; Knowledge Sharing, and digital age were equally established. It was concluded that LIS educators would be empowered for optimum relevance, creativity and innovative knowledge sharing in the digital age, if they are proficient in the use of ICT. The paper recommended amongst others the need for paradigm shift from the traditional or orthodox practice of knowledge sharing to the evolving trends and best practices of knowledge sharing in the (rapidly changing world) digital age.
Empowering LIS Educators with ICT Skills for Creative and Innovative Knowledge Sharing in the Digital Age: Knowledge Sharing and Sustainable LIS Education in Nigeria/
(Zeh Communications, 2020) Babalola, G. A.,; Tsado L. Y; Udoudoh, S. J; Saidu, A.A; Uno, G.A; Madaki, A. M
The rapidly evolving exigencies of the digital age are part of the compelling forces for all professionals including Library and Information Science (LIS) Educators to collaborate in terms of knowledge sharing rather than being islands to one another. Innovative and creative knowledge sharing coupled with Information and Communications Technology (1CI) proficiency would go a long way in not only empowering but in enhancing the productivity, the relevance and the profitability of LIS Educators in the digital age. The paper, therefore, examined how the possession of ICT skills coupled with creative and innovative knowledge sharing could serve as empowering and productive looks for LIS educators in the digital age. Issues that border on how ICT could improve creativity and innovation in knowledge sharing were also discussed. A nexus and the inextricable interplay among ICT Skills; Creativity: Innovation; Knowledge Sharing, and digital age were equally established. It concluded that LIS educators would be empowered for optimum relevance, creativity and innovative knowledge sharing in the digital age, if they are proficient in the use of ICT. The paper recommended amongst others the need for paradigm shift from the traditional or orthodox practice of knowledge sharing to the evolving trends and best practices of knowledge sharing in the (rapidly changing world) digital age.