DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY, ARCHIVAL AND INFORMATION STUDIES

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Adoption of koha software in universities in South-west, Nigeria
(Tai Solarin University of Education Press, Ijebu-Ode, 2016) Adetimirin, A.
This article investigated the reasons for the adoption, purpose, functional modules and challenges of KOHA software in some universities in South-west Nigeria. Six universities were selected based on ownership (federal, state and private) and librarians in charge of the software were interviewed. Results revealed that KOHA was adopted because it was free and easy to use and the purpose was to improve service delivery to users. The cataloguing module was found to be the common module in the universities and the major challenges to its use were irregular power supply and inadequate technical support. For maximum benefit of using KOHA software in these libraries, alternative power supply and training for the librarians must be strongly considered.
E-readiness and technology use in teaching by library and information science lecturers in Nigeria
(University Press PLC, Ibadan, 2016-05) Adetimirin, A.
The current trend globally in higher education institutions is student-centred learning which can be facilitated through the use of technology’ for teaching and learning. This allows for learning to take place not only in the classroom but also outside the classroom. It also affords the students the opportunity to interact with different information resources and technology, their colleagues and the lecturers. This necessitates the deployment of technology by Library and Information Science lecturers. The use of technology requires the awareness of such technology, benefits and acquisition of Information and Communication Technology skills. However, literature has revealed that some lecturers are still reluctant to adopt technology for their teaching because it is time consuming and they do not have the requisite skills. This paper highlights the benefits, types, skills and institutional support required to facilitate the use of technology for teaching and learning by lecturers in library schools in Nigeria. It concludes that LIS lecturers need develop ICT skills and adopt technology for their teaching and learning. It recommends that the management of universities in Nigeria should provide the necessary institutional support for the use of technology by the lecturers in library schools.
Educating library and information science students for an ethical information age
(Department of Library, Archival and Information Studies, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 2019) Adetimirin, A.
Library and Information Science (LIS) students use information materials for their academic activities. However, in this information age, LIS students are faced with information overload, but are expected to use information appropriately. The way LIS students behave in the use of information is referred to as ethical behaviour. Students that abide by rules and ethics of a profession will behave ethically good, while those that exhibit behaviours that do not abide by such rules and ethics are said to have unethical behaviour. Students behave unethically in ways such as academic dishonesty, plagiarism, cheating, copying and infringement of copyright and should, therefore, acquire ethical knowledge and imbibe such to facilitate their job performance after graduation. Studies have revealed that ethics can be taught as a topic within a course, or throughout the LIS curriculum. The article investigated the ethical behaviour of students, why students should be educated on ethical behaviour, and ways of educating students on ethical behaviour. The acquisition of ethical behaviour to LIS students can be provided by lecturers and library and information professionals on a regular basis.
Ethical behaviour of postgraduate students electronic information resources use: what implication for university lecturers and librarians?
(The Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, The Department of Early Childhood and Educational Foundations, and The Department of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, 2017) Adetimirin, A.
Gender influence on ICT use by undergraduates in two university libraries in Nigeria
(Better Advances Press, 2013) Ojeniyi, A.; Adetimirin, A.
ICT use helps to facilitate easy access to electronic information for research and learning purposes by undergraduates. The objective of this study was to investigate the influence of gender on the use of ICT among undergraduates in two university libraries in Nigeria. Undergraduates from three faculties were randomly selected to give a sample of 223, which is 30% fraction of the total population of 12,353. Questionnaire was the data collection method used. The undergraduates used ICT for research purpose and to support course of study. ICT use was higher among the undergraduates in Lead City University than those in University of Ibadan. ICT use was influenced by gender in both universities. Recommendations based on the outcome of this study were highlighted in this paper.
Influence of computer literacy on postgraduates' use of e-resources in Nigerian university libraries
(University Libraries of the University of Nebraska--Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, 2015) Abubakar, D.; Adetimirin, A.
This study investigated how computer literacy predisposes postgraduate students to use e-resources. The survey research design and multi-stage sampling technique were used to select 2726 postgraduate students from 16 Nigerian universities. A questionnaire and computer test was used to collect data and data was analysed using percentages and Pearson’s product moment correlation. The postgraduates’ computer literacy level was average (56.3%). They used only few of the e-resources in their libraries and the frequency of usage was low (weighted average X = 2.45). Computer literacy had positive relationship with postgraduates’ usage of e-resources that was positive, very strong and significant (r= .740; df=2284; p< .05). This shows that the more the postgraduates’ are exposed to computer literacy skills, the better the use of e resources for their researches. Computer literacy is necessary to influence use of e-resources by the postgraduates’ and therefore, computer literacy programme should be introduced for new entrant postgraduates.
Influence of information support system on ICT use by distance learners in university of Lagos, Nigeria
(IISTE, 2014) Aralu, U.; Adetimirin, A.
The use of modern technology in Education is the key to an increased drive for learning which shape learners critical and analytic competencies with respect to disciplinary knowledge. Distance education (DE) is a system of learning driven by computer linked to internet. The flexible nature of DE avail students who are unable to attend full time education due to age, social or religious barriers. However, in Nigeria, the University of Lagos distance learning Institute has its shortfalls traced to poor student support system, which affects the service delivery to students. The study examined Influence of Information Support on ICT use by distance learners. Correlational survey was used in which Information Support System and ICT use was observed. The study population consists of representative students from faculty of Education, Business Administration and Social Sciences make up the study population. Multistage sampling was used with 3% of each population from eight departments, randomly selected to represent sample size of 255 respondents. The findings ranked high Administrative Support, Student Support System. Cybercafé is the most available internet access point to distance learners. The study concludes that Information support on ICT use have impact on distance learners in University of Lagos Nigeria.
Information acquisition and dissemination to distance Learning Students in the national open university Ibadan study centre, Ibadan, Nigeria
(Department of Education Management, University of Ibadan, 2011-06) Adetimirin, A.; Agboluaje, R.
The study investigated how information was acquired and disseminated and the challenges that distance learning students may encounter during their academic programmes. A survey method was used and the study population was made up of distance learning students and staff of the National Open University of Nigeria. Random sampling technique was adopted to select 229 as sample size. Questionnaire and interview were the instruments employed to collect data collected which was analyzed using simple descriptive statistics. Findings revealed that friends and colleagues, lecturers, textbooks and the Internet and electronic databases were the major sources of information available and accessible to the students (68.7-87.9%). Information was acquired mostly from friends and colleagues (93.8%), textbooks (85.2%), staff of the centre (82.7%), internet and electronic databases (77.1%) and library (72.0%). The major information sources used for disseminating information were friends and colleagues (89.2%) and staff of the centre (85.1%). The major challenges to their information acquisition and dissemination were lack of relevant information in the library (62.7%) and inadequate sources of information (62.6%). The interview revealed that the students' unwillingness to check the notice board for information was due to inadequate time. The distance learning students acquired information from different sources and information was disseminated to them through different sources. The problem encountered could be ameliorated through the awareness and provision of current and relevant materials in the library.
Information literacy skills of primary school teachers in Lagos Mainland Local Government Area, Lagos state, Nigeria
(Oyo State chapter of the Nigerian Library Association, 2019) Adetimirin, A.; Badmus, R.
The study investigated the Information Literacy Skills (ILS) of4 76 teachers in 5 7primary schools in Lagos Mainland Local Government using a descriptive survey. A stratified random sampling was used to select a sample of 173 teachers and a questionnaire was used to collect data which was analysed using frequency distribution. The findings revealed the major information needs oj primary school teachers as academic (71.1%) and economic (67.6%). The ILS of the teachers was high (Mean — 37.6) and the major methods of ILS acquisition were: training programmes (86.1 %), library user education (81.6%), use of school library’ media centre (73.9%) and engaging in information search process (72.3%). Primary school teachers possessed high ILS and this can be improved upon through user education by school librarians and professional development.
Information needs, seeking behaviour and use for sustainable development by market women in Lagos state, Nigeria
(2009) Adetimirin, A.; Adeniyi, L.
This study investigated the information needs, seeking behaviour and the sources used by market women in Lagos State for development. Random sampling method was used to select 120 market women from a population of 1200 while data was collected using questionnaire and interview methods. The women needed information mostly on finance, health and economic aspects and sought information primarily from informal sources such as friends, and colleagues, in the two markets (40%) covered to improve their welbeing. Friends, colleagues, radio and television were used daily for sourcing information. Over 87% of the respondents in both markets agreed that language of information source was the major barrier to their use of various sources. The needs of these women could be met through repackaging of information from information centres tailored to suit their needs and improve their life and society.
Information use of software packages in Nigerian university libraries
(2011) Okewale, O.; Adetimirin, A.
The use of two library software in managing information in four Nigerian university libraries was investigated. The study population comprised 56 library staff and 234 undergraduates who were library users and data was collected using questionnaire and interview. Library staff in all the libraries revealed that ease of use, user friendliness, availability of system manual were the major software selection factors used. Cataloguing module was used the highest on a daily basis by the staff in all the libraries while the undergraduates used the OPAC mostly on a daily basis in University of Lagos and Covenant University (57.4% and 54.7%) respectively. Problems such as occasional system failure, erratic power supply, inadequate training facilities and network problem hindered the maximum use of the software by library staff, while inadequate orientation on their use which resulted in difficulty in its use were the problems encountered by the undergraduates. The library software have been useful to both library staff and undergraduates but training and re-training of library personnel, adequate orientation of users and provision of sufficient computer systems at OPAC section of the libraries would enhance their use.
Lecturers and postgraduates perception of libraries as promoters of teaching, learning and research in university of Ibadan, Nigeria
(Taylor & Francis, 2015) Oyewole, O.; Adetimirin, A.
Lecturers and postgraduates are among the users of the university libraries and their perception of the libraries has influence on utilization of the information resources, hence the need for this study. Survey method was adopted for the study and simple random sampling method was used to select sample size of 38 lecturers and 233 postgraduates. Data was collected through a questionnaire complemented by an interview schedule. Results revealed that the overall perception was not favorable as 62% of lecturers and 77.7% of postgraduates indicated that they were not satisfied with the resources and facilities in the library.
Library habits of distance learning students of the university of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
(2011) Adetimirin, A.; Omogbhe, G.
Patterns of journal use by undergraduates in university of Ibadan, Nigeria
(2010) Adetimirin, A.; Chukwuka, N.
Journal use by undergraduates in University of Ibadan was investigated to determine the purpose, frequency of use and challenges militating against its use. Undergraduates from Education, Science, Social Sciences and Technology were randomly selected to give a sample size of 154 and a questionnaire was used for data collection. Undergraduates in Technology were the highest users journal for class work (50.0%) and research work (42.2%), while 83.3% of those in Science used CDROM as access point to journals. Weekly use of journals was found to be highest for those in Technology. Undergraduates in all the disciplines attributed power supply as a major factor affecting journal use, while those in the Social Sciences agreed that inadequate ICT skills (36.0°/o), inadequate ICT (35.0%) and difficulty locating journals (27.8%) were the major factors that affected their use of journals. Improved use of journals would be achieved when these challenges are eradicated.
Promoting quality assurance through provision of electronic information resources in Nigerian library schools
(University Press PLC, Ibadan, 2016-05) Akinbo, O.; Adetimirin, A.
Nigerian library and information science (LIS) schools are professional institutions that train students in the various aspects of information profession. These include the creation, selection, organization, management, preservation, dissemination and utilization of collections of information resources in all formats. Nigerian LIS schools play a significant role in the production of high quality LIS professionals who occupy a unique position in national development. Adequate provision of resources especially in electronic format for students’ use will translate into quality delivery of knowledge in the profession. Inadequate information and communication technology (ICT) skills, low basic information literacy levels, prohibitive cost to gain access to the internet, inadequate ICT infrastructure, inadequate affordable online access to the internet amongst others are the constraints faced by Nigerian LIS schools in the provision of electronic information resources, thereby hampering quality assurance in the profession. This reveals a need for great efforts by LIS schools in Nigeria to promote quality assurance through provisions of opportunities to meet the basic learning needs of LIS students for the emerging global society. This paper therefore discusses Nigerian LIS schools, electronic information resources, as well as their values in LIS schools in Nigeria for promoting quality assurance.
A survey of undergraduates’ use of library resources in university of Ibadan: does discipline affect library use?
(2012) Adetimirin, A.; Ojetola, A.
Use of library resources and factors that hindered use by undergraduates in Social Science and Science disciplines in University of Ibadan was investigated. Random sampling was used to select two and three departments from social science and science respectively and a sample size of 218. Questionnaire was used for data collection. Results showed that print resources were more available for use than electronic resources in both disciplines. Majority of the social science students used the resources for examination and assignment (52.6%), while those in science used them more for examination purposes (57.8%). Books were accessible to students in both disciplines but journals, research projects and dictionaries were more accessible to social science students than science students. Social science students used books, journals, research projects and dictionaries more frequently than science students. The undergraduates in both disciplines expressed that unavailability of library resources, erratic electricity power supply, and improper preservation of library resources, obsolete materials and inadequate ICT facilities hindered their use of library resources. The use of library resources was determined by their accessibility and discipline of the undergraduates.
Technology adoption for teaching: the ethical considerations
(IGI Global, Hersbey PA, USA, 2020) Adetimirin, A.
Use of ICT for administrative tasks by distance learning students of university of Ibadan, Nigeria
(2010-05) Adetimirin, A.; Aigbefoh, L.
A study of 175 Distance Learning students from the Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan to determine their ICT use for admission and registration was investigated. Data was collected using a questionnaire and interview. Findings revealed that ICT was used for the purchase and filling of admission forms while the registration process involved filling of biodata and courses. Majority of the students used the cyber-cafe as access points for their admission (64.6 %>) and 72.8% for registration process. Over 68.4% of the respondents used ICT for admission, while over 95%> used it for their registration processing. The major constraints to ICT use for these tasks were: cumbersome procedure, unreliability of Internet service providers (ISPs), unstable power supply and high cost of accessing the Internet. Training should be given to the students to enhance their ICT skills and the internet connectivity should be more stable for easy access to perform the tasks.
Use of social media by part-time students of the polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
(Department of Library, Archival and Information Studies, University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 2018-06) Adetimirin, A.; Adeyemo, S. A.; Oyewole, O.
Social media provides the avenue for communication and interaction among students and lecturers using multimedia features such as texts, pictures and videos. Despite the benefits associated with the use of the social media, it seems most students use social media mostly for various purposes other than academic activities. The main objective of this study is therefore, to find out the use of social media for academic purpose among part-time students in the Polytechnic Ibadan. A sample of 213 year one part-time National Diploma (ND) students was selected and data were collected using a questionnaire. Results revealed that Facebook was the most available and the most used social media for academic purpose. Majority of the students chose learning and assignment as the academic activities that necessitated their use of social media. Erratic power supply of electricity and high cost of subscription to internet data bundle were the major challenges encountered by the students. Recommendations based on the outcome of this study were highlighted in this study.
Why and how of technology integration for services in university libraries?
(Oyo State chapter of the Nigerian Library Association, 2017) Adetimirin, A.
University libraries are expected to provide efficient services to users and this can be facilitated with technology. The technology to be adopted must be such that will benefit both the librarians and the users. For technology to be adopted in a university library, adequate planning must be taken to ensure that the most relevant technology is adopted that will improve the services provided. The planning should include the consideration of factors such as type of technology, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, cost and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills of librarians. The study investigated the type of technology integrated and factors considered in planning in ten university libraries in South-west, Nigeria using an interview schedule to collect data from a librarian in charge of technology in each of the universities. Results were thematically analysed. Findings revealed that all the university libraries were using software, social media but only four libraries were using Radio Frequency Identification. Perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use were factors considered for technology integration. University libraries have integrated technology for various activities but sustainability of these technologies should be ensured and regular trainings to improve the ICT skills of the library personnel should be done.