Library Information Services Research Articles

Information Service Innovation in College Libraries Based on Big Data Analysis

Abstract This paper first proposes a real-time recommendation technique based on user images and utilizes multi-dimensional small data fusion for user image construction, which in turn gives a personalized wisdom service recommendation structure. Secondly, user long and short-term preference fusion is carried out by introducing a self-attention mechanism and GRU network, and then personalized retrieval recommendation based on user long and short-term preference is realized. Finally, an investigation is carried out to determine the effectiveness of the personalized wisdom information service model through empirical analysis. The results show that the mean value of literature and history in the user portrait category III is 1.553, the change in the borrowing of books in the I major category decreased by 31.94% from 2018 to 2022, and the average satisfaction of users for the personalized recommendation service is 83.52%. This shows that the personalized intelligent information service model of the college library can realize the innovation of library information service and further improve the satisfaction of users for the college libraries.

AZERBAIJAN LIBRARIES AT THE LEVEL OF MODERN STANDARDS (ON THE BASE OF REPUBLIC YOUTH LIBRARY NAMED AFTER J. JABBARLI)

The main purpose of the article is to research Azerbaijan libraries at the level of modern standards on the base of Republic Youth Library named after J. Jabbarli. Today, the vast majority of people in the world widely use computers for various purposes. Especially for the younger generation, computer use has become a normal way of life for their activities. The integration of computers into the field of education and culture also reflects these trends. The successful application of computers in the field of education and culture depends not only on their availability, but also on how familiar the users are with them. The article covers technical and software and electronic service problems applied to modern library-information service. The application importance: the material can be used in the lectures and seminars in Higher Educaion Institutions. One who is interested in librarianship also can benefit form this research. Keywords: modern libraries, library standard, library service, information space.

Circus Arts in Content Service Systems

The aim of this paper is to identify scientific content and compilations related to circus arts available in subscription databases and in renowned and free academic information systems. After providing terminological definitions for circus and circus arts, the article describes the search strategies applied and the issues which emerged during the searches, and then introduces quantitative results, thereby also identifying the major periodicals and the most often referenced articles of the topic. The analysis provides useful input for representatives of other arts related to circus arts (e.g., performing arts, theatre arts, visual arts, musical arts) and of other academic fields (e.g., literary studies, history, media science); but first of all, it serves as an unparalleled library information service guide for navigating between electronic information sources.

SWOT-Analysis of Distant Library and Information Services of Libraries of Higher Education Institutions in Ukraine

The purpose of the article is to conduct a SWOT-analysis of distant services and electronic information resources of libraries of higher education institutions in Ukraine. The research methodology is based on the methods of analysis, synthesis, comprehensiveness of knowledge, generalisation, abstraction, SWOT-analysis. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the fact that for the first time the SWOT-analysis method was applied to domestic libraries that provide library and information services under quarantine restrictions and martial law. Conclusions. A SWOT-analysis of distant services and information resources of libraries of higher education institutions in Ukraine was conducted. The strengths of the scientific libraries of higher education institutions in Ukraine were found to be the provision of remote services: electronic delivery of documents, virtual reference service, determination of UDC indices and electronic information resources: electronic catalogue, electronic archive of scientific works of university staff (institutional repository), full-text databases and resources available on open platforms. Weaknesses include the lack of the following remote services: online chat; creation and maintenance of a researcher's profile in the ORCID, Google Academy, Scopus Author ID, Researcher ID, ResearchGate services; informing users about new arrivals; editing bibliographies and electronic information services on library websites: book trailers, longreads, podcasts, virtual tours and excursions, audiobooks, virtual exhibitions, digests, new arrivals, virtual reviews, thematic lists. Opportunities include the creation of promising forms of remote services and electronic information resources: creation of digital libraries, introduction of sector-specific recommendation systems, development of a mobile version of the library website and mobile applications of electronic library services, development of specialised applications of electronic library services, development of a system of personal accounts, deployment of blogger and streaming activities, use of new platforms for instant messaging: Telegram, Viber, and social network TikTok. Threats to libraries today include the lack of electricity, overloading of library servers, socio-political instability, and cyber threats. Key words: SWOT-analysis, distant services, electronic information resources, libraries of higher education institutions in Ukraine, messengers, Telegram, Viber, TikTok.

Postgraduate students’ internet use and prevalence of internet addiction: what roles can librarians play post COVID-19?

PurposeThis study empirically analyse the lived and individual experiences of internet use time among postgraduate students in a period where the line between the virtual and real is blurred. The infusion of the internet in higher education has not only facilitated the production of new knowledge but has also led to reports of internet addiction among many users during the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdowns. This study aims to evaluate the level of internet addiction among postgraduate students and the supportive information services role that librarians could provide.Design/methodology/approachIn this study, 279 postgraduate students completed a quantitative survey targeted at all the postgraduate students at a university campus in South Africa. Data was collected using an adopted internet addiction test questionnaire. The data was descriptively and inferentially analysed.FindingsAs many as 61 (22.7%) are always online, with most of the respondents, 112 (41.6%) spend 10 h or more on the internet daily. Laptop computers at 44.7% emerged as the primary electronic device used by postgraduate students for accessing the internet, surpassing the prevalence of mobile phone usage. On internet addiction level, internet use time had a statistically significant relation with problematic internet use levels in respondents. These results suggest that the increased uncontrolled internet use could negatively interfere with productive academic work of postgraduate students. However, based on the inferential statistical results, it can be concluded that academic use of the internet does not contribute to increased levels of internet addiction. The study recommends that librarians should provide literacy education and resources on how to use the internet safely and responsibly, including tips on setting boundaries, managing time online and productively using online information resources.Originality/valueThe study assesses problematic internet use among postgraduate students and provides suggestions on supportive information services that librarians could provide in an era where many library information services provision and higher education are hinged on the internet.

Virtual and augmented reality as predictors of users’ intention to use Lagos State Public Library, Lagos State, Nigeria

PurposeVirtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are a significant part of smart libraries in the information age. Hence, their adoption is inevitable in the technological age. This study aims to examine VR and AR as predictors of library users’ intention to make use of public libraries.Design/methodology/approachThe study adopts a descriptive survey approach. Using the random sampling technique, a questionnaire was adopted to collect data from the users of public libraries in Ikorodu Local Government, Lagos State, Nigeria. The sample size for the study is 229. Data were analysed using the IBM-Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (version 23). Descriptive statistics (frequency counts and simple percentage) and inferential statistical (simple linear regression and Sobel test) were used to analyse collected data.FindingsThe findings revealed that the users have a positive valence towards VR and AR. Results showed that library users would be influenced by subjective norms to make use of VR and AR. Findings revealed that users need the cooperation of librarians to use the technologies.Originality/valueThe study established that the users have a positive attitude and normative beliefs towards using the library if VR and AR technologies are introduced in library and information services in public libraries. This provides a theoretical underpinning to use VR and AR to enhance users’ intention to use public library.

Assessment and sustainability in students’ use of library facilities in Federal Polytechnics, Idah, Nigeria

The purpose of this study is to examine the students’ use of library facilities in Federal Polytechnic Idah, from three dimensions which are: library information resources, services and facilities that are available for use in The Federal Polytechnic, Idah, whether the users are satisfied with the quality of library service delivery or not. The study adopted survey research design. Four research objectives were formulated to guide this study. The study involved 66 participants out of which 60 were students in different years of study, while 6 were library staff of The Federal Polytechnic, Idah. Closed-ended questionnaires were administered to the students, while structured face-to-face interviews were used to collect information from the library workers. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive analysis through the use of simple frequency and percentages. From the findings of the study, it was concluded that the general perception of students towards the use of facilities, resources and services are highly satisfactory. However, it is recommended that the library management should keep on maintaining the high level of user satisfaction by improving on providing current and relevant information resources, modern facilities and befitting services towards users’ sustainability to meet their needs and expectations. In addition, in order to sustain users’ high level of satisfaction, there is a need to address all the problems identified by the students.

Are Libraries up to the Task? Bridging the Gap between Libraries and Distance-Learning Students in Ghana

The purpose of the study was to address gaps in the use of library information resources and services among distance learners. The study followed a pragmatic paradigm and employed a mixed-method research approach with a sequential explanatory design. A questionnaire was used to elicit information from 1,170 s-year distance learning students in undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the University of Education, Winneba, and the University of Cape Coast. The semi-structured interviews solicited the views of six librarians and twelve students. The data were analyzed using the SPSS program and thematic analysis. The study discovered that meeting distance learners’ information expectations are the way to address gaps in their use of library information resources and services. The study suggested that academic libraries conduct frequent service delivery reviews and student information needs assessments to identify gaps and improve services to meet students’ expectations.

FREQUENCY OF CLIENT’S PATRONAGE OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARY INFORMATION RESOURCES AND SERVICES IN NORTH-EASTERN STATES OF NIGERIA

The study focused on two objectives which are to find out the frequency of patronage of university library information resources and services in North-Eastern Nigeria and to Establish the reasons why clients patronize university library information resources and services in North-Eastern Nigeria. Two research questions were used and two hypotheses in guiding the study. The population of the study is five thousand, forty-eight (5048) registered university library clients across five Federal University libraries in the region, a sample of four hundred and four (404) respondents were drawn using a nonprobability convenience sampling technique. The research questions were answered using descriptive statistical technique in analysing the data while the hypotheses were analyzed using inferential statistical method. the finding of the study shows that only thirty-six (36) % of university library clients patronize their library information resources and services frequently in North-Eastern Nigeria. The study equally reveals that, the major reason why university library clients in North-Eastern Nigeria patronize their university libraries is the conducive library environment for learning with a mean of 1.58 and (58.1%). Other factors like availability of relevant information resources, library staff attitude amongst others that were presented to the respondents recorded low responses. It was also established by the study that, there is no significant difference in the frequency of patronage of university library information resources and services across the five university libraries that were studied with P <0.05, and X2 calculated > X2 computed at df 4. Similarly, no significant difference was recorded on the reasons why clients patronize university library information resources and services in the North-Eastern Nigeria with P < 0.05, X2 calculated > X2 critical at df 4. It was recommended that, the managements of university libraries in the North-Eastern Nigeria must make the libraries more attractive for their clients by providing more relevant and up-to-date information resources and services. They are also to provide the type of services that will meet the needs and peculiarities of their clients.

Rejuvenating Kenyan Academic Library Services in the post-COVID-19 era

Academic libraries in Kenya have invested heavily in subscribing to electronic resources through the Kenya Library Information Services Consortium (KLISC), an attempt has been made to install relevant technological infrastructure and to some extent ensured the utilisation of digital services and resources to meet the needs of their clientele. However, the COVID-19 pandemic posed a special challenge to physical library services. Academic institutions were forced to close down to reduce the spread of the virus and fully provide their services online. This paper explores the interventions academic libraries applied to provide their services during COVID-19 era with a view of rejuvenating library services in the post-COVID-19 era in Kenya. A systematic literature review was used a methodology for the study. The review of online published articles on academic libraries operations and services provision amidst COVID-19 pandemic was conducted with a view to identifying global interventions to help rejuvenate academic library services in Kenya in post COVID-19 era. Findings of this study shows thatglobally, academic libraries adopted varied online strategies to provide services. Some of these include, document delivery via email, use of VPN to access online resources, mobile apps, web-based live chat, interactive social media platforms and online meeting applications such as google class, google meet, zoom, webinars. The finding provides key insights to varied media utilized in library operations and services. Challenge that hindered optimum utilisation of the service include lack of adequate information technology infrastructure and devices, limited budgets, insufficient digital competences, and inadequate digital policies. This paper recommends development of library digital policies on use of digital resources, re-prioritize enhanced library budgets to increase e-services provision, build capacity of library staff and users and invest in appropriate IT infrastructure in order to reposition library services appropriately in the post COVID-19 era and beyond

Adequacy of legal information resources and services of law libraries in selected Nigerian universities

This study seeks to determine the adequacy of legal information resources and services of law libraries in selected Nigerian universities. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The total of 252 postgraduate law students of 2019/2020 and 2020/2021 sets in the two federal universities in South-East formed the population. The entire population was used as the sample. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire and observation check-list. The data collected were analysed using descriptive statistics and percentages. Arithmetic mean was used to analyse data obtained from the research questions with scale value of 50%. The findings of the study revealed among others that the findings showed that legal information resources are available in the federal university law libraries in South-East, Nigeria, although more innovative services need to be established to be completely commensurate with the demands of the 21st century.

Bibliographic practice as an object of bibliographic studies

Review of the joint monograph “Essays on bibliographic activity of the Russian State Library: A monograph” / Russian State Library ; ed. by G. L. Levin. Moscow : Pashkov dom, 2022. 734 p.The author reviews the joint monograph by the leading specialists of the Russian State Library (RSL). The article is publishedon the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the reference and information office as the division of the library of State Rumyantsev Museum in December 1918. The office rendered all types of bibliographic user services (e. g. address, subject, specifying bibliographic references). The reviewed monograph covers all the main fields of RSL’s bibliographic activity: development of reference library collection, reference and information services, building of all the main types of bibliographic directories, bibliographical information service in culture and arts, making of bibliographical indices of Russian emigration literature, research in theory of bibliography, etc. The choice of RSL bibliographic activity as the main object of study makes an appropriate contribution to the development of Russian theory of bibliography. The reviewer regards intensification of research activities of larger libraries (e. g. national) as an attribute of the modern theory of bibliography. The joint monograph is one of few large-scale research works covering the full range of the national library's bibliographic activities of the last century; therefore, it is of high value.

Menarik Minat Pemustaka Dengan Melakukan Pemasaran Jasa Informasi Perpustakaan Untuk Generasi Milenial

This research aims to develop the library by managing and managing the library in accordance with the National Standards for Higher Education Libraries, to create a good image of the library in the eyes of users, the library needs to determine steps to make the library attractive and attractive to users. This study uses the best practice sharing method where the method of implementing a concept or technology is widely used by individuals and organizations. One way is by marketing library information services. It is important to inform the public, especially young people, that the library does not only focus on conventional services and collection development, but that there is added value that is expected in its development by creating strategies, innovations that can attract the interest of users. In conclusion, we know that the users we face today are the younger generation or millennial generation who are more adept at technological developments.

Peran Sistem Informasi Manajemen Peserta Didik dalam Optimalisasi Efisiensi Kerja Bidang Kesiswaan

Management Information Systems (MIS) are necessary for effectiveness and efficiency, especially in modern technological developments. Proper SIM management is one of the essential things in maintaining and even developing an educational institution. This is the basis for conducting research at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran, with students whose academic achievements are pretty good. This research aims to determine information services at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran for the 2022/2023 academic year and implementation in educational services at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran for the 2022/2023 academic year. This type of research is descriptive with a qualitative approach with three data collection techniques: observation, documentation, and interviews. This research shows that the implementation of SIM in improving educational services at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran has been carried out well. Based on the research results, it was found that the implementation of SIM at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran, Mulia, has been running following existing guidelines. Education services at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran have two forms of service, namely: (1) essential services (curriculum services, student services, public relations services, infrastructure services) and (2) auxiliary services (library services, information services, health, and security services), SIM implementation at MI Darul Ulum Bantaran has been running well and follow the guidelines set by the ministry of religion, to improve education services.

The technological approach in scholarly and professional life of I. S. Pilko

The article is written on the occasion of Irina S. Pilko’s jubilee. The authors review the stages of her professional career, and characterize her scientific interests. They acknowledge her contribution to the national librarianship and training staff for the library and information field. The technological approach in the applied library studies is characterized. Irina S. Pilko’s scientific interests are: information communication technologies in the library and information education, technological approach in library and information production, information services for library users, information and bibliographic products and services. Pilko’s technological approach to professional training is manifested in the curriculum structure and contents. She regards educational technologies as the foundation for quality education and projecting of learning information environment in the system of distance education in universities. The ideas of I. S. Pilko have become widely used in the library and information field and continuing library education.

Purpose and Use of Library Information Services by Telangana Journalists

Purpose and Use of Library Information Services by Telangana Journalists

Fuzzy Evaluation Algorithm of Third-Party Scientific and Technological Achievements in Library Information Service Aided by Big Data

With the deepening reform of scientific and technological management methods, a new type of third-party scientific and technological achievement evaluation has gradually become a scale. Through the analysis of the current situation and dilemma of the evaluation of third-party scientific and technological achievements, this paper points out that the big data-assisted library can play a positive role in the authenticity, professionalism, scientificity and standardization of the third-party evaluation, and discusses the third-party evaluation-oriented evaluation methods. Contents of library information services. The purpose of this research is to explore and research new information services in which libraries are deeply involved in the evaluation of third-party scientific and technological achievements. By analyzing the problems existing in the evaluation of third-party scientific and technological achievements at this stage, the extension methods of library information services under the demand of third-party evaluation are discussed, and the development strategies of libraries for the evaluation of third-party scientific and technological achievements are put forward.

Perception of and Attitude to Marketing of Library and Information Products and Services by Librarians in Public University Libraries in Bayelsa and Rivers States of Nigeria

The study investigated perception of and attitude to marketing of library and information products and services by librarians in public university libraries in Bayelsa and Rivers States of Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The population of the study comprised eighty-one (81) librarians. However, sixty-nine librarians participated in the study. Survey Monkey was used for data collection. Eighty-one soft copies of the questionnaire were distributed to the librarians via their email addresses. Sixty-nine questionnaires were properly completed by the librarians and returned, resulting in a response rate of 85.19%. The data collected were transferred into Google sheets and analyzed by means of weighted mean and standard deviation. The findings revealed that the extent to which the librarians marketed library and information products and services was low; the librarians had widely-varied positive perceptions about marketing of library and information products and services, while the librarians’ displayed virtually same negative attitude towards marketing of library and information products and services. The study concluded that a large number of librarians in public university libraries in Bayelsa and Rivers States of Nigeria attach importance to marketing of library and information products and services, yet many librarians have unfavorable approach to it. The study recommended that the librarians should utilize social media and promotional strategies to market library and information products and services in university libraries. It also suggested that the librarians should cultivate a favourable attitude towards the process.

A framework for the entrenchment of intellectual property (IP) information services in Zimbabwe's university libraries

The study investigates the current status of Intellectual Property (IP) information services in Zimbabwe's university libraries. The study employed a quantitative approach. An online questionnaire was used to collect data from a sample of 69 library professionals employed at 20 university libraries which are full members of the Zimbabwe University Libraries Consortium (ZULC). Findings show that the current focus of the surveyed institutions is on providing scientific research support services (18); disseminating/sharing university research output (14); and copyright activities (12). More specialised IP information services such as IP education and training, patent information services, IP consulting services, IP online service platforms, and web-based IP information services are largely unavailable in Zimbabwean university libraries. Results reveal that the underlying challenge in the development of IP information services in Zimbabwe's university libraries is insufficient IP knowledge among academic librarians, which is exacerbated by inadequate IP management frameworks in university institutions. The study proposes a framework for the entrenchment of IP information services in Zimbabwe's university libraries.

Sexual and Reproductive Health Information and Services in Public Libraries: A National Survey of Public Library Professionals

ABSTRACT This paper presents the major findings from a nationwide survey about sexual and reproductive health information services in public libraries. The survey was conducted between March 3 and May 1, 2022 through an online survey. The participants were library professionals who work in public libraries. This analysis reviews data from 179 respondents from 12 states. Most survey participants believe that their library needs to increase sexual and reproductive health information services. However, findings from the survey reveal the complicated nature of providing this information, including intellectual freedom and self-censorship issues.