Abstract
Information
and Communication Technology (JCT) has added value to the services provided by
libraries all over the world, Nigerian university libraries inclusive. This
research is on Use of Information and Communication Technology (JCT) in
Universities Libraries by Undergraduates: Case of Abia State University. The
primary objectives were to ascertain the JCT facilities available in ABSU
Library; assess the use of the JCT by ABSU students; Identify the limitations
of the Library services Jo students using JCT; Proffer solutions to the
limitations. The survey, research design was employed and the instrument used
for data collection was Qu~stionnaire. Descriptive statistical tool used was
mean to analyse the data collected. On four point rating mean score of
responses at 2.50 and above was agreed while below 2. 50 is disagreed. The
findings of the research show that the ICT facilities available: include
Computer, Wi-Fi, Uninterrupted power supply, CD-ROM. Computer networks.
Undergraduates do not use JCT facilities in the library often; the challenges
in the use are inadequate JCT equipment, inadequate access to compatible JCT
software facilities and lack of skilled JCT personnel. The study recommended
that university library should provide adequate JCT equipment; access to
compatible software facilities should be made available, skilled JCT personnel
should be recruited in the library; printers, scanners, modem and photocopiers
should be made available.
Keywords:
Information and Communication Technology (ICT); University Library; Use;
undergraduates; Abia State University
JOY, O (2024). Use Of Information And Communication Technology (ICT) In University Libraries By Undergraduate Students: A Case Of Abia State University, Uturu:- Onyenachi, Joy C. . Repository.mouau.edu.ng: Retrieved Dec 09, 2024, from https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/use-of-information-and-communication-technology-ict-in-university-libraries-by-undergraduate-students-a-case-of-abia-state-university-uturu-onyenachi-joy-c-7-2
ONYENACHI, JOY. "Use Of Information And Communication Technology (ICT) In University Libraries By Undergraduate Students: A Case Of Abia State University, Uturu:- Onyenachi, Joy C. " Repository.mouau.edu.ng. Repository.mouau.edu.ng, 17 May. 2024, https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/use-of-information-and-communication-technology-ict-in-university-libraries-by-undergraduate-students-a-case-of-abia-state-university-uturu-onyenachi-joy-c-7-2. Accessed 09 Dec. 2024.
ONYENACHI, JOY. "Use Of Information And Communication Technology (ICT) In University Libraries By Undergraduate Students: A Case Of Abia State University, Uturu:- Onyenachi, Joy C. ". Repository.mouau.edu.ng, Repository.mouau.edu.ng, 17 May. 2024. Web. 09 Dec. 2024. < https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/use-of-information-and-communication-technology-ict-in-university-libraries-by-undergraduate-students-a-case-of-abia-state-university-uturu-onyenachi-joy-c-7-2 >.
ONYENACHI, JOY. "Use Of Information And Communication Technology (ICT) In University Libraries By Undergraduate Students: A Case Of Abia State University, Uturu:- Onyenachi, Joy C. " Repository.mouau.edu.ng (2024). Accessed 09 Dec. 2024. https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/use-of-information-and-communication-technology-ict-in-university-libraries-by-undergraduate-students-a-case-of-abia-state-university-uturu-onyenachi-joy-c-7-2