Abstract
This study aims to examine the use of electronic information sources (EIS) by the teaching faculties. The survey was administrated among the academic community along with the observation and informal interviews at the College of Dry Land Agriculture and Natural Resources, ‘Mekelle University’ Ethiopia in the year 2014. Pre structured questionnaires were sent to 176 teaching faculties to know how they elaborate the various aspects of EIS use such as frequency and purpose of EIS use, frequently used EIS, method of learning to use EIS, benefits of EIS, constraints faced in the use of EIS and the satisfaction level of faculties in the use of EIS. Suggestions have been given to strengthen the existing electronic information sources and services and to maximize the use of EIS in the college of Dry Land Agriculture and Natural Resources, academic community. Key words: e-databases use, e-journals, electronic information.
Highlights
Background of the studyInformation professionals have long wished to understand what factors are relevant in encouraging a person to seek out information
The skills required to maximize the potential of electronic resources are much greater than those required for searching printed sources
Research question 2: What is the purpose of using electronic information sources Electronic information sources (EIS) for College of Dry land
Summary
Background of the studyInformation professionals have long wished to understand what factors are relevant in encouraging a person to seek out information. A particular focus of inquiry has been on those factors that play a role in deciding to use the library's electronic resources to seek information as opposed to just surfing the Internet. These inquiries assume an even greater importance in light of the fact that more people are using the Internet to find information they need, information that is not facilitated by the library (Kibirge and DePalo, 2000). Library patrons know that libraries have resources that are more comprehensive and scholarly than most Web sites provide. Assuming that on average most students face the same number and type of papers and assignments during their academic career, it is critical to understand what makes one student use the library's electronic resources while another will not think of the library as a place to find specialized resources for their papers
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