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Nwokocha Udo - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • categories availability and awareness of Electronic Information resources by postgraduate library users in south east nigerian federal universities
    International Journal of Library Science, 2015
    Co-Authors: Chimah N Jonathan, Nwokocha Udo
    Abstract:

    This paper is an empirical study of concepts and categories of Electronic Information resources (EIRs); how much of them are available in Nigerian Libraries especially in the South East federal universities. The research design adopted in this study is a descriptive survey. Two complementary instruments were used for collecting primary data; questionnaire and semi-structured interview. The sample size is 120 made up of 30 people comprising librarians/ICT unit heads and PG students were purposively selected for the study. Data collected were analyzed using percentages. 40 EIRs were identified, out of which University of Nigeria (UNN) has a total number of 28 (70%) of the total Electronic Information resources available in the universities. Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) subscribed 13 (32%). Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka (NAUA) has 11 (27%); while Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU) has 6 (15%) of the e-resources in its university library. Though findings reveal that greater number 78 (65%) of postgraduate students from the various universities indicated that they were aware of the available EIRs; whereas the fewer number and percentage 42 (35%) respectively indicated their unawareness; recommendations which include: ICT Infrastructural development, active awareness programme for PG students and Electronic Information literacy programmes are made for improvement.

  • empirical study of motivation challenges and strategies in the use of Electronic Information resources by postgraduate library users in south east nigerian federal universities
    International Journal of Library and Information Science, 2013
    Co-Authors: Chimah Jonathan Ndubuisi, Nwokocha Udo
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    It is one thing to acquire Electronic Information resources (EIRs) and quite another thing to use them. This paper explores several factors that motivate postgraduate researchers to use the e-resources available in their university libraries. The study reveals challenges that constitute inhibiting factors to EIRs use and strategies that will encourage maximum utilization are recommended. The research design adopted in this study is a descriptive survey. The sample size for the study is one hundred and twenty (120) respondents. The simple random sampling method was used to select five (5%) of the total population for the study. Two complementary instruments were used for collecting primary data; questionnaire and unstructured interview of Heads of ICT Unit of the university libraries. At varying percentages, the study reveals that PG students are motivated to use the EIRs in their university libraries because they found e-resources to be: More Informative; Easy access and use; Save time; more useful or Less expensive. The study also reveal that the challenges to use as: Insufficient computers with Internet facilities; Incessant power outage; Slow Internet connectivity; Lack of ICT skills; Difficulty in finding relevant Information and inadequate IT Infrastructure. Strategies to improve motivation to use of EIRs, among others include: Increase ICT infrastructure/facilities; Have stable electrical backup Information Literacy Training for users. Key words: Electronic Information Resources, motivation of EIRs use, PG library users, Nigerian Federal Universities.

Jennifer Rowley - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • understanding student Information behavior in relation to Electronic Information services lessons from longitudinal monitoring and evaluation part 1
    Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology, 2007
    Co-Authors: Christine Urquhart, Jennifer Rowley
    Abstract:

    This two-part article establishes a model of the mediating factors that influence student Information behavior concerning Electronic or digital Information sources that support their learning. The first part reviews the literature that underpinned the development of the research methodology for the Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) User Behavior Monitoring and Evaluation Framework, as well as the literature that has subsequently helped to develop the model over the 5 years the Framework operated in the United Kingdom, in five cycles of research that were adjusted to meet the emerging needs of the JISC at the time. The literature review attempts to synthesize the two main perspectives in the research studies: (a) small-scale studies of student Information behavior; and (b) the studies that focus on the quantitative usage of particular Electronic Information services in universities, often including implications for training and support. As the review indicates, there are gaps in the evidence concerning the browsing and selection strategies of undergraduate students and the interaction of some of the mediating influences on Information behavior. The Framework developed a multimethod, qualitative and quantitative methodology for the continued monitoring of user behavior. This article discusses the methods used and the project-management challenges involved, and concludes that at the outset, intended impacts need to be specified carefully, and that funding needs to be committed at that point for a longitudinal study. A research project on Information behavior, intended to inform current policymaking on infrastructure provision, is inherently difficult as behavior changes lag behind provision. © 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

  • user behaviour in relation to Electronic Information services within the uk higher education academic community
    Journal of Educational Media, 2002
    Co-Authors: Jennifer Rowley, Linda Banwell, Sue Childs, Patricia Gannonleary, Ray Lonsdale, Christine Urquhart, Chris Armstrong
    Abstract:

    Abstract The User Behaviour Monitoring and Evaluation Framework has been established to investigate and profile the use of Electronic Information services (EIS) within higher education in the UK. Electronic Information services are defined as: collections of Information tools/products delivered to requesting users Electronically, and usually computer mediated. This encompasses media of all types. This article discusses aspects of the methodology of the Framework, and preliminary findings from the first annual cycle of the Framework. Findings are based on interactions with 1500 users, including academic staff, library and Information services staff, and students. Executed through three strands, the framework methodology uses an array of quantitative and qualitative approaches to lend a variety of insights into user behaviour with Electronic Information services, factors that encourage the use of Electronic Information services, and those that act as barriers to the effective integration of Electronic infor...

Hualin Xie - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • toward green it modeling sustainable production characteristics for chinese Electronic Information industry 1980 2012
    Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 2015
    Co-Authors: Ning Zhang, Hualin Xie
    Abstract:

    With the growth of the Electronic Information industry across the world, China has become a world factory of Information technology products. However, the technology and energy efficiency of this industry in China are lower than those in other industrialized countries. In this study, the duality theory of non-radial directional distance function is used to develop a general procedure for modeling sustainable production characteristics for this industry. Using a non-radial efficiency model, environmental technical efficiency and environmental regulatory costs are estimated. In addition, the Porter hypothesis is tested using the Granger causality test. The shadow price of carbon emissions and inter-factor substitution possibilities can be measured using the dual model. The proposed methodology is employed to conduct an empirical study on Chinese Electronic Information technology manufacturing industry during 1980–2012. Finally, some policy implications are suggested

Christine Urquhart - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • understanding student Information behavior in relation to Electronic Information services lessons from longitudinal monitoring and evaluation part 1
    Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology, 2007
    Co-Authors: Christine Urquhart, Jennifer Rowley
    Abstract:

    This two-part article establishes a model of the mediating factors that influence student Information behavior concerning Electronic or digital Information sources that support their learning. The first part reviews the literature that underpinned the development of the research methodology for the Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) User Behavior Monitoring and Evaluation Framework, as well as the literature that has subsequently helped to develop the model over the 5 years the Framework operated in the United Kingdom, in five cycles of research that were adjusted to meet the emerging needs of the JISC at the time. The literature review attempts to synthesize the two main perspectives in the research studies: (a) small-scale studies of student Information behavior; and (b) the studies that focus on the quantitative usage of particular Electronic Information services in universities, often including implications for training and support. As the review indicates, there are gaps in the evidence concerning the browsing and selection strategies of undergraduate students and the interaction of some of the mediating influences on Information behavior. The Framework developed a multimethod, qualitative and quantitative methodology for the continued monitoring of user behavior. This article discusses the methods used and the project-management challenges involved, and concludes that at the outset, intended impacts need to be specified carefully, and that funding needs to be committed at that point for a longitudinal study. A research project on Information behavior, intended to inform current policymaking on infrastructure provision, is inherently difficult as behavior changes lag behind provision. © 2007 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

  • user behaviour in relation to Electronic Information services within the uk higher education academic community
    Journal of Educational Media, 2002
    Co-Authors: Jennifer Rowley, Linda Banwell, Sue Childs, Patricia Gannonleary, Ray Lonsdale, Christine Urquhart, Chris Armstrong
    Abstract:

    Abstract The User Behaviour Monitoring and Evaluation Framework has been established to investigate and profile the use of Electronic Information services (EIS) within higher education in the UK. Electronic Information services are defined as: collections of Information tools/products delivered to requesting users Electronically, and usually computer mediated. This encompasses media of all types. This article discusses aspects of the methodology of the Framework, and preliminary findings from the first annual cycle of the Framework. Findings are based on interactions with 1500 users, including academic staff, library and Information services staff, and students. Executed through three strands, the framework methodology uses an array of quantitative and qualitative approaches to lend a variety of insights into user behaviour with Electronic Information services, factors that encourage the use of Electronic Information services, and those that act as barriers to the effective integration of Electronic infor...

Blessing Esuru Ahiauzu - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • towards effective development of Electronic Information resources in nigerian university libraries
    Library Management, 2008
    Co-Authors: Okon E Ani, Blessing Esuru Ahiauzu
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    Purpose – This study aims to provide the framework for effective development of Electronic Information resources (EIRs) in Nigeria; it seeks to explore the levels of developing Electronic Information resources in university libraries in Nigeria.Design/methodology/approach – The study adopted the survey method in the collection of research data. Validated questionnaires were administered to participants at a national workshop on Electronic Information for Libraries Network (eIFL.net) held at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile‐Ife, Nigeria, from 17‐20 October, 2007.Findings – The findings show that the internet has been the major source of developing EIRs in Nigerian university libraries as 17 (89.5 per cent) of the surveyed libraries have internet connectivity. This is followed by subscription to Electronic databases, online databases 13 (68.4 per cent) and CD‐ROMs 11 (57.9 per cent); Electronic journals ten (52.6 per cent) and library computerization ten (52.6 per cent) while digitization of library material...