In-service training and job performance of librarians in university libraries in south south zone Nigeria

E.N Nkebem

doi:10.4314/gjedr.v8i1-2.53773

Abstract

There is a dearth of literature in the relationship between in-service training and job performance of librarians in Nigerian Universities in the South South zone of Nigeria. This study examines the relationship between in-service training and job performance of Librarians in University Libraries in Nigeria. A sample size of 172 Librarians was drawn from 11 University Libraries in the zone. One hypothesis was formulated to guide the study. The statistical analyses used were Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) and simple Regression Analysis. The result showed a significant relationship between in-service training and job performance of Librarians (r = 0.2757); r2, = 0.076, df = 170. Critical r = 0.195. The result also showed that in-service training can significantly predict the job performance of librarians in Nigeria (F = 13.943; df = 1,170; critical f = 3.84; x = 0.05). Recommendations are made based on these results.KEY WORDS: In-service training; job performance; librarians; university libraries; relationship

Highlights

As a result of rapid transformation in the society due to the application of information technology, librarians had discovered the need for curricula reform in order to enhance professional services
HYPOTHESIS There is no significant relationship between In-service training and job performance of librarians in Nigerian Universities in the South South zone
Data collected were analyzed and interpreted as shown below: HYPOTHESIS This hypothesis stated in the null form that there is no significant relationship between in-service training and librarians’ job performance

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As a result of rapid transformation in the society due to the application of information technology, librarians had discovered the need for curricula reform in order to enhance professional services. It is pertinent for librarians and information scientists to develop the ability to provide varied information services for professional growth and development through inservice training. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: To examine the relationship between inservice training and job performance of librarians in University Libraries in the South South zone of Nigeria. HYPOTHESIS There is no significant relationship between In-service training and job performance of librarians in Nigerian Universities in the South South zone There is need for a librarian to have constant evaluation of himself in order to identify his area of weakness and make conscious effort for improvement by embarking on self study and practical exposure independent of an organization’s contribution.

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