Access To Information Resources Research Articles

IMPLEMENTATION OF ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT IN THE ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The management of information support of the enterprise is closely linked to both the availability of information resources and with the possibility of introducing information innovations in ordering the documentation and information flows of the enterprise. Effective processing of continuously growing amounts of information, which is based on documents and arrays of data, is possible only if they are automated. The introduction of electronic document management technology at enterprises is an effective tool for managing information support of enterprises, which is a key factor in successful and successful business and provides an opportunity to increase the competitive advantages of enterprises in strict market conditions. Concerning the issues of the theory and practice of using information systems and technologies in the management system of enterprises in this article, the implementation of a certain range of tasks in the design of EDMS, which consists in creating an intuitive, convenient, convenient interface that requires minimal learning. The article analyzes the peculiarities of the introduction of electronic document circulation into the enterprise management system. Electronic document management systems, requirements for them, security and accessibility problems are paid to the enterprise. The implementation of a certain range of tasks in the design of EDMS is analyzed in creating an intuitive, convenient, convenient interface that requires minimal learning. EDMS efficiency is investigated, which integrates with existing systems in the organization, as well as integration with ERP systems, which allows you to effectively synchronize the processes of document management with wider business operations. The article deals with the introduction of encryption protocols, which is one of the fundamental aspects of EDMS security. Accordingly, this allows a wide range of EDMS users to increase the efficiency of both professional activity and to significantly improve the degree and extent of the specialists who have chosen the specified field of professional activity for their life path. The use of modern electronic document management systems and the search for an effective mechanism for their further development make it possible to reduce the cost of labor resources of workers and increase productivity.

Equitable and accessible informed healthcare consent process for people with intellectual disability: a systematic literature review

ObjectiveTo identify factors acting as barriers or enablers to the process of healthcare consent for people with intellectual disability and to understand how to make this process equitable and accessible.Data...

Security Measures in Meeting Information Needs and Seeking Behaviour of Agricultural Science Students in Nigerian Universities

Security measures play a significant role in the accessibility and use of agricultural information resources among undergraduate science students in Nigeria. This results in overcoming obstacles to valuable information required by agricultural students to cultivate their products that would replicate food substances in the Nigerian economy. Nonetheless, unauthorised individuals have pervaded access to information that is meant for agricultural science students due to a lack of security of such information. There are unlimited assets and products to which agricultural students have access; hence, this paper investigates security measures in meeting information needs and seeking behaviour of agricultural science students in Nigerian universities. The paper employed a qualitative research method based on the explanatory research method. In so doing, the use of a systematic literature review was adopted to examine the information needs and seeking behaviour of agricultural students in Nigeria and again to find out the security measures put in place to ensure valuable information and preventive approaches to unauthorised individuals are sustained. Using a purposive sampling technique, the authors collected articles published between 2015 and 2023 on databases of Emerald and ResearchGate for the review. Findings reveal that agricultural science students in Nigerian universities have a diverse range of preferred information sources. Findings further reveal that students engage in information-seeking behaviour for various purposes, such as course assignments, practical experiments, exam preparation, general reading, discussions, seminars, workshops, conferences, and research projects. Challenges in information-seeking behaviour include inadequate access to current information materials and uncooperative attitudes of librarians and lecturers. The study concludes that security measures are crucial in shaping how students access information. The study recommends that universities ensure a balance between print and electronic resources to cater to students’ varied preferences to accommodate comprehensive support for their research and studies in the university environment. This would enhance sustainable security measures and accessibility to varied information resources for the students.

How do Australian mental health services use easy read to make information accessible for people with intellectual disability?

Access to health information is a right for all people. Easy read information is one strategy used to make information accessible for people with intellectual disability. This research explored how easy read is used and the ways accessible information can address access barriers, with a focus on Australian mental health services. Semi-structured interviews were conducted across four sites to explore how easy read was used. Participants (n = 49) were easy read users, health practitioners and staff from services providing mental health care in New South Wales, Australia. An integrated health literacy framework was used to analyse data. Most mental health staff did not use easy read or other accessible information, and did not consistently offer people with intellectual disability opportunities to understand, appraise and apply health information. This investigation confirmed the limited availability of accessible information resources, including easy read, and the importance of relationships of support when accessing health information. People with intellectual disability did not routinely have access to mental health information. Substantial change is required to address this disparity. Agency policy and processes require change to support staff practices that uphold the right to information. Inclusive practices that incorporate using easy read in health contexts, including mental health, are needed to facilitate change.

Integration of Electronic Resources in Library Environment of Higher Education Institutions: Advantages and Challenges

The purpose of this research is to study the integration of electronic resources in the library environment of higher education institutions, to identify the benefits and challenges associated with this process. The study considers the main areas of development of electronic resources, such as access to digital libraries, online catalogues, and databases, providing quality information support for research and teaching activities of students and faculty, as well as improving the digital user service system. The research methodology involves a multi-level approach to analysing the integration of electronic resources in the library environment of higher education institutions. Firstly, a thorough review of the scientific literature is conducted, covering the issues of introducing digital technologies and electronic resources in the educational process and library work. Subsequently, practical examples of successful library modernisation in higher education institutions libraries are analysed in order to identify key success factors, advantages, and challenges on the way to the development of digital tools and services. The research results will help identify trends and prospects for the development of digital libraries. A particularly important element of the methodology is conducting surveys and interviews with professionals in library science, faculty members, and staff of higher education institutions. Engaging various groups of employees will enable a detailed understanding of the needs, attitudes, and beliefs regarding the integration of electronic resources, as well as their impact on the learning and cognition process. The application of these methods in a comprehensive manner will contribute to the creation of a generalised understanding of the problem and the development of effective recommendations for the integration of electronic resources into the library environment of higher education institutions. Scientific novelty. The study focuses on the changes that are taking place in the libraries of higher education institutions as a result of digital transformation and highlights the importance of adapting to new technologies and user needs. Conclusions. The research findings indicate that integrating electronic resources into the library environment of higher education institutions provides a range of benefits, such as increased accessibility and diversity of information resources, improved service, and user convenience. On the other hand, there are challenges that require attention, such as ensuring information security, facilitating library staff adaptation to new technologies, and developing strategies for the successful implementation of digital innovations. Key words: digital resources; library environment; higher education institutions; technology integration; information literacy.

Optimising a Higher Education Library Website to Improve Access to Information Resources

The purpose of the article is to summarise and present the peculiarities of optimising a university library website to improve access to information resources. Research methodology. The research uses general scientific (generalisation, comparison, induction, and deduction) and empirical-theoretical methods (analysis and synthesis). The use of system-structural analysis helped to distinguish the main features of optimising a university library website to improve access to information resources. The scientific novelty of the results obtained in the article is due to the solution of an important scientific task, which is to develop theoretical provisions and practical recommendations for the formation of a system to ensure the optimisation of the university library website to improve access to information resources. The article further develops the research on the strategy of optimising the university library website. Conclusions. It has been established that the website of a university library is an integrated resource that has information, search, educational, advertising, and navigation functions and can be a powerful tool for promoting information and library products and services, as well as for shaping the image of a university library. It has been determined that access to information resources of the university library is an essential component of the educational process and research, and optimisation of the university library website is a necessary element for improving the availability of information resources. It has been found that to ensure convenient communication with users, differentiated communication tools can be installed on the website of a university library, which should be accessible and visible to users on all pages of the site. It has been determined that an essential place in providing remote user service is given to the library website, since it contributes to the expansion of library capabilities in terms of informing about the range of information and library resources and services. It has been found that in order to optimise a university library website and improve access to information resources, the following measures should be implemented: improved navigation, fast loading, implementation of search and mobile optimisation, and data backup. Key words: university library, website, remote service, electronic resources, information space, information resources, optimisation, repository, digitalisation.

A Study of Public University Libraries in Bangladesh in the Context of Collection Development through Open Access Resources

Libraries and librarians will benefit by acquiring a collection of open access information resources. The OA movement in Bangladesh is being developed to reduce the huge pressure on the library budget for subscriptions to journals. In most developed countries, university libraries view open-access materials as an important part of their collection development strategy. In this study, we examine the current state of OA resources in public university libraries in Bangladesh, collection development policies, the library authority's perspectives, the challenges libraries face in including OA resources in their collection development, and how to overcome those obstacles. Methodology: A survey and a stratified random sample technique were used in this study. A total of 276 students and 268 faculty members were surveyed. The first six public universities (in order of date of establishment) were selected. We sent out questionnaires directly to students, library personnel, librarians, and other library officials. Using library websites, journals, official records, and Google Scholar was another step. Findings: This study indicates that although open access materials may be quite useful in the growth of collections, most academic library authorities seem unconcerned about this. The utilization of open access materials in the overall collection is visible, but it is insignificant.

Information needs and sources of health professionals in Malawi.

Health professionals require up-to-date information in their pursuit of evidence-based practice in health care. There is a plethora of literature on information behaviour of different user groups across disciplines in Malawi with little evidence on health professionals. The study investigated the information behaviour of health professionals at one of the three biggest hospitals in Malawi. A descriptive survey design was used. Ninety-four health professionals participated in the study. SPSS was used for descriptive analysis to generate frequencies and percentages. Personal and professional development constituted the major information need among all the health professionals. Health professionals used books and colleagues as sources of information, but many preferred to use websites, rather than print resources. The challenges that affected their information behaviour included, inadequate information resources, limited access to the internet and e-databases, and lack of information literacy skills. The study revealed various information needs of health professionals and their preferred information sources. Health professionals need adequate library and information services with both print and digital resources and support from information professionals. Nevertheless, use of the hospital library was very low among health professionals. Health professionals at MCH continue to face various challenges that hinder access and efficient use of information resources.

Pedagogical Transformation: Effects of Open Educational Resources on Teaching in Higher Institutions of Learning in Kenya

OERs are viewed as providing chances to provide access to high-quality educational and informational materials globally in this age of digitization. By enabling access to digital materials, academic institutions are utilizing the technological revolution to transform teaching and research. With the removal of financial, legal, and technical barriers, more academic institutions and faculty members are now able to access digital materials online, transforming teaching and research on a global scale. OERs have made it possible to offer accessible and free information resources for everyone in the academic setting since they are affordable and customizable. When aiming at certain audiences, the capacity to adapt and adjust material offers a significant benefit. The growing need for instructional materials and learning tools in contrast to the dire budgetary circumstances at many institutions. The purpose of this study is to review pedagogical transformation effects of Open Educational Resources on teaching in higher institutions of learning in Kenya.

Accessibility and utilization of information resources in the post COVID-19 era

University libraries play a pivotal role in fostering teaching, research, and innovation by offering essential information resources. However, patrons often encounter challenges in using these resources. The research aimed to examine the factors influencing the utilization of information resources in university libraries at Kenyatta University Meru University of Science and Technology and post-COVID-19. The objectives were to: determine the skills needed by librarians in supporting utilization of information, analyse the innovative methodologies used to facilitate access to library resources/services, examine the challenges faced by librarians and patrons and determine the importance of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in improving information resources usability and consumption. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design with quantitative research methods. The study was conducted at Kenyatta University and Meru University of Science and Technology libraries. Simple random and purposeful sampling techniques were used to distribute questionnaires to patrons and librarians, respectively. Data was collected from 20 librarians and 309 patrons, out of whom, 26 librarians and 357 patrons were sampled. The questionnaires underwent expert review to ensure their validity and reliability. The study found that 81% of librarians prefer online search resources, while 41% prefer physical textbooks. 16.5% of patrons preferred e-books and e-journals, with inadequate computers (32%) and unreliable networks (25.7%) as challenges affecting access and utilization of resources. The librarians identified lack of cooperation, inadequate digital library skills, understaffing, and poor network as major obstacles to facilitating access and utilization of library resources. The study recommends that university management should enhance librarian capacity building, training, and reengineer ICT infrastructure to enhance access and utilization of resources in the post-COVID-19 era. The study's findings will aid librarians in redesigning library functions to enhance the efficacy of library services in meeting user information needs.

Availability, accessibility and use of library information resources for control of criminality of inmates in correctional centres in South-West, Nigeria

The act of relapsing to crime after release has become a recurrent decimal to inmate and it poses a security threat to the society. Persistence on incarceration of offenders without meaningful engagement is like remaking criminality rather than reformation. Extant literature suggests educational opportunities to reduce criminal involvement of inmates. This research investigated the availability, accessibility and use of library information resources for control of criminality among inmate in custodial centres in Southwestern Nigeria. Descriptive Survey Design was used and the population was 455 inmates who affirmed that tapes, radio sets, television sets, sound recording gadgets, video and audio cassette were available for use by inmates in their custodial centre (mean = 3.20), books were adequately available for use by inmates in their custodial centre (mean = 3.06) and pamphlets were parts of reading materials available for use by inmates in their custodial centre (mean = 2.62). The mean score range of 2.50 to 3.24 indicated a high level of availability while 3.25 to 4.00 indicated a very high level of accessibility of library information resources in the custodial centres in Southwestern Nigeria. It was concluded that with the availability and accessibility of library information resources to the inmates, the maximum use of the resources is capable of controlling criminality tendencies among inmates in custodial centres in Southwestern Nigeria.

Re-Purposing the Physical Space of an Academic Library in the Digital Era: A Case Study of Jawaharlal Nehru University and Delhi University, New Delhi (India)

Objectives – The issue/return of books and other reading materials available on shelves in academic libraries has declined. Round-the-clock availability of information resources, high-speed internet, cheaper cost of data download, laptops, and smartphones are some of the reasons behind decreased usage of print reading materials. Users are spending more time studying, accessing e-resources, socializing with friends, and discussing with peer groups in the library building. Libraries in developed countries have already recognized the need of the hour and redesigned their spaces to create a variety of reading spaces, creative spaces, quiet spaces, and so forth in the existing building. But the libraries of the higher education institutions in India have not considered the users' needs concerning the library space. No such study has been conducted at large universities in India. This study was conducted with library users of the central library of two large universities located in New Delhi to find users' opinions and views to re-purpose the library space to meet users' needs. Methods – The survey method has been used to understand the use of the existing format of knowledge resources and the need of library users. The central point of the research questionnaire is to optimize the library space of the central libraries of the universities under study. Printed questionnaires were distributed to the users present in the reading halls of the libraries at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, and Delhi University (DU), New Delhi, and online questionnaires were distributed to faculty members. The collected data were analyzed with Microsoft Excel, and various hypotheses were tested using non-parametric tests such as the sign test, Mann-Whitney U test, and Kruskal-Wallis test. Results – Students and research scholars visit daily and spend more than four hours in the library building. They use their time in study, accessing e-resources in the reading halls of the library more than any other place. The users opined the reading halls should have wi-fi facilities, a power source to charge laptops and mobile phones, washrooms near every reading hall, a quiet reading space, and a clean ambient environment for long hours of study in the library building. Conclusion – Library users in the 21st century want more physical space to study, concentrate, socialize, and learn in the informal learning environment. They need library space with the latest infrastructure to connect to the digital world to retrieve study materials and print copies of study materials. Educational institutions should create more varied reading spaces for serious reading, pleasure reading, in-depth reading, and interactive learning spaces in new library buildings.

Improving the Effectiveness of Career Guidance in Universities: Marketing Approach

The development of the country is directly related to the quality of higher education. In times of active development of information technologies, increasing the availability of information resources and their accessibility, the problem of choice as such is acute. The complexity of the choice is especially acute at the time of choosing a future university and specialty. In this context, it becomes relevant to study the effectiveness of communications between the university and applicants, and a set of standard for universities, career guidance activities. The purpose of our research is to identify the most effective communication channels between the university and applicants in order to assist the last ones in choosing a university and specialty. The research methodology is based on marketing tools using a systematic approach. The scientific works of Russian scientists in the field of marketing research and the results of surveys of students of Baikal State University (BSU) conducted by the authors served as an informational and empirical basis. The scientific novelty consists in the systematization of communication channels in terms of their relevance and taking into account the transmitted information when deciding on admission to a university and choosing a specialty. The article describes the results of studies of the effectiveness of career guidance measures on the example of BSU. The conducted research made it possible to identify the most popular career guidance activities and to identify the motivational mechanism for choosing a university and specialty.

Relationship and Impact of Information Seeking Anxiety and Personality Traits on Health Information Seeking Behavior during COVID-19

Background: During covid-19 period not only general public was victim of anxiety besides all medical professional also face anxiety and change their Information seeking behaviour according their personality. Curiosity is in human nature with the easy access to internet the new horizon to information has been opened. People searching trends have shown that they are interested in health risk to health treatment for their health related problems. Aim: In this study examined the influences of anxiety (ISA) and Personality traits (PT) on health information seeking behaviour (HISB) among the Doctor, paraprofessional and final year medical students who are frontline worker during pandemic situation. Methodology: The study adopted survey method with non-probability convenience sampling to collect statistical. Questionnaires werefiled from 313 participants by utilizing convenient sampling and analyzing the data through SPSS. Results: The result showed that significant relation between personality traits, information seeking anxiety and health information seeking behaviour. In medical library user PT has significant impact on HISB (p<.05), (AVG_PT=.002) and ISA has impact on HISB but it is not significant in medical professional (β -.070) value shows ISA has negative impact on HISB. Practical implication: This study will be beneficial for information professionals, health care workers, policy makers and administrators to access of information resources in hybrid format. Conclusion: Medical professional’s plays an important role in our society. They work hard and served the nation during pandemic situation. Anxiety is natural phenomena to every person. So medical professional also feel anxietybut the medical profession demands its professionals to stay cool, calm and free of anxiety by having analytical and cognitive skills, in order to fulfill the needs of their profession. This research helps to understand that ISA has no significant impact on HISB while PT has significant impact on HISB. Keywords: Information Anxiety, Health information seeking behaviour, Personality Traits

Shared decision-making for children with medical complexity in community health services: a scoping review

BackgroundChildren with medical complexity is an increasing population whose parents and healthcare providers face multiple decisions. Shared decision-making is a process where patients, their families and healthcare providers collaborate to...

The Imperative Role of the Library in Health Insurance Information Needs in Nigeria

This study provides a springboard for stakeholders in health, Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) and library (information professionals) to undertake a possible and effective way to improving health insurance literacy and participation in Nigeria. The authors in this study posited creative approaches to using Libraries in Nigeria to improve the awareness of Nigerians on the benefits of the compulsory new Health Insurance Programme through viable partnership with governments at all levels, local and international Non-Governmental Organizations, based on the fact that libraries have succeeded in partnering with the stakeholders in the health sector in different countries of the world to achieve HI needs. Opinion Piece was used as method of research to buttress the clarity of the research perspective. The paper illuminated on some of the roles of the library in Health Insurance Information Needs such as availability of information resources on health insurance, health insurance literacy workshops, reference and research services, assistance with online insurance forms, partnerships with organizations, language and cultural accessibility, confidentiality, education and outreach.

Forming ecological culture in educational applicants within the context of modern education

The article reveals the foundations of theformation of the ecological culture of youth. Themost important function of culture is highlighted.Taking into account the latest global trends, it isclaimed that the formation of ecological cultureamong young people is gaining importance. Thearticle notes that culture consists of four main elements. Each of these components plays asignificant role in creating a cultural image andproviding environmental education for specialists. Digitization of education is anundeniable requirement of modern times. Thecurrent system of education and science must undergo major digital changes and meet theglobal trends of digital development so that everyperson can successfully realize his potential. Thearticle defines the main goal of open education.Features of open education are quality,excellence, accessibility, flexibility andcreativity. In this system, the learning processbecomes open and creative, free access toinformation resources, freedom of choice, anindividualized approach are ensured, conditions are created for joint creative mastering of the world in the formation of the ecological culture of the students of education. We are lighted up the principles of the educational policy of digital development.

Conceptual model of enterprise security in the information environment

Characteristic features and signs of the information society are defined in the paper. The infor-mation environment, which is considered for the formation of the enterprise security model, is an information society component. The classes of intelligent information technologies (IIT) that are necessary for the interaction of subjects in the information society are highlighted. Com-plementing each other, the specified IIT classes create conditions for stable access to infor-mation and knowledge that are updated. According to their types, goals, and principles, the arti-cle defines and characterizes such information environment components as organization, tech-nologies, a digital repository of informational and methodical resources, services, mathematical modeling methods, enterprise security modeling system, and information and telecommunica-tion infrastructure. The internal and external resources of the organization, whose presence af-fects the formation of the enterprise security model, are determined. Within the framework of the information society, the proposed conceptual model makes it possible to determine the nec-essary set of services and information resources needed for the formation of the enterprise secu-rity model. The paper highlights the following main components of the enterprise security mod-el: security tasks, computer communications, safety equipment, flexibility, and organizational environment. The proposed practical implementation allows accessing information resources, exchanging messages using existing communications, participating in general discussions, searching for information, according to the request, and organizing collective (joint) activities. Based on the organization structure, the offered practical implementation of the model ensures the delimitation of access levels, implements individual protection profiles, and ensures the se-curity of users’ data.

Organization of remote interaction of employees with the information infrastructure of the enterprise

Currently, an acute problem is the issue of providing remote connection of foreign institutions and enterprise personnel to its information network through the public Internet network, while other users of the public network cannot access information resources within the enterprise. The paper describes the sequential steps of configuring a server based on Ubuntu 20.04 using StrongSwan, an IPsec daemon that supports both IKEv1 and IKEv2. During the setup process, a 4096-bit RSA key was generated to sign the root CA. The VPN server's private key was then generated, which was signed by the VPN server's certificate using the certificate authority's key. IPsec configuration was also performed by making the necessary changes to the configuration file. Further, the work describes the process of setting up authentication, including setting up an identifier (login) and password. The final step was to configure the firewall, allow access for OpenSSH to remotely manage the server, specify the standard IPsec ports, and set the forwarding settings. This type of communication provides a high level of security, as the server asks the client for a certificate and authentication data. Another advantage is the use of encryption, which is compatible with all platforms. This provides an encrypted and secure network connection, which is important for remote workers as it gives them direct access to the organization's resources without being in the office. Users can connect to the network from different regions around the world using their devices.

The Effects of Facial Trustworthiness and Facial Attractiveness on Children’s Preference Choices

Humans have evolved to acquire the ability to read facial information in order to access information resources more quickly. People can quickly make initial judgments and establish an impression of a person from facial-related information alone. In the social life of adults, facial trustworthiness and facial attractiveness have an important role as important components of facial information. The effects of these two on social interaction are also seen in children, thus influencing their judgment on some decisions. Discuss the impact of facial information received by children on their choices through separate accounts of children’s facial trustworthiness and facial attractiveness on children’s preference judgments, mainly in terms of peer choice preferences and choices in gaming choices. The results of this paper are that both facial credibility and facial attractiveness affect children’s choice preferences, with high trustworthiness and high attractiveness being more likely to be preferred; and that facial trustworthiness and facial attractiveness share similar patterns and can influence each other.