Selective Dissemination Of Information Research Articles

Exploring the Role of Short Video Platforms in Guiding Public Opinion in the New Media Era

With the rapid development of short video platforms, they are gradually changing the way information is disseminated and public opinion is guided. To explore the role of short videos in guiding public opinion, this study mainly analyzes data from third-party data platforms and short video media accounts to reveal the mechanism of short videos on the evolution of public opinion. A detailed statistical analysis of the content of relevant videos on the short video platform was conducted, including the number of video views, the number of comments, and their changing trends; An in-depth analysis was conducted on the videos and comments released by self-media and mainstream media. Through content analysis, the study evaluated the communication characteristics of these media in guiding public opinion, including the selective dissemination of information, emotional tendencies, and the shaping of public cognition. The research results show that short video platforms play a significant role in guiding public opinion, and their dissemination characteristics and content selection have a profound impact on the formation and development of public opinion. In particular, self-media and mainstream media play a key role in guiding public opinion. They play a leading role in shaping public opinion through different communication strategies and content presentation.

Medical Students’ Satisfaction with References Services in Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti

The study was conducted on the medical students’ satisfaction with references services in Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, Nigeria, while the data collected for the study were analyzed using frequency tables and percentage. Observation was used to determine the types of reference services and it was found that five (5) out of seven (7) reference services are provided in the library. these include CAS, user educator, Reprographic services, select dissemination of information, computerized reference sources and it was discovered that purpose of using reference section is that it enhancing the use of the resources and services of the library, it save precious time of the readers, supporting research and learning, leisure and recreation and it helps readers in locating the sources of information relevant to their needs, the study further discovered that referral services, Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI) Current awareness services, and Photocopying services that are used on a daily basis while it also discovered that inability of reference librarians to utilize new technologies to provide reference services, lack of policy implementation, lack of policy implementation, inadequate qualified staff and poor internet connectivity were the major problems affecting the provision of reference services. In conclusion the study made some recommendations which include that: management of the libraries should look toward the implementation of other medium of reference service delivery which has not been implemented in their libraries and there should be constant training and retraining of library personnel in the reference section to upskill and learn the new method of reference service delivery; and Library policies must be updated regularly.

A Systematic Review of a web-based System for Selective Dissemination of Information in Developing Nations: Benefits, Challenges, and Key Features

A Systematic Review of a web-based System for Selective Dissemination of Information in Developing Nations: Benefits, Challenges, and Key Features

Impression Communication Management on Organizational Communication: LAZ Coal Case Study

This case study delves into the significance of impression communication management in influencing organizational communication at LAZ Coal, a prominent coal mining company. The findings provide valuable insights for scholars and practitioners in the fields of organizationalhis research explores the impact of strategic impression communication on stakeholder perceptions, information sharing, and the overall communication environment within an organization. The extensive body of research on impression management emphasizes its importance in projecting a positive organizational image and effectively managing stakeholder perceptions. In the same vein, studies on organizational communication highlight its crucial importance in promoting the sharing of information, teamwork, and the establishment of a unified organizational culture. This case study seeks to combine these two areas to explore how impression communication management and organizational communication interact with each other. This research utilizes a qualitative, multi-method design, following the case study approach proposed by RK Yin. We collected data by conducting in-depth interviews with key personnel, analyzing internal communications documents, and observing organizational interactions. The case study approach provided a thorough understanding of the phenomenon within the LAZ Coal setting, taking into account the context and various factors involved. The findings highlight how LAZ Coal's strategic approach to communication has had a significant impact on both internal and external dynamics. This includes their consistent messaging, selective information dissemination, and effective use of communication channels. As a result, employee engagement, stakeholder perceptions, and the overall communicative culture within the company have been significantly influenced. The case study highlights the significance of incorporating impression communication management into the overall organizational communication strategy. By acknowledging the interdependence of these two areas, LAZ Coal and similar organizations can improve their capacity to present a positive image, promote open information exchange, and foster a cooperative and effective communication environment. The findings provide valuable insights for scholars and practitioners in the fields of organizational communication and strategic management.

Narrative literature review: Efficiency enhancement - user trust in chatbots as a tool for improving service quality by humans

Chatbots have become efficient and reliable tools for instant and real-time information dissemination. Despite their effectiveness, user trust in chatbot systems remains relatively low. A holistic approach is necessary, integrating user emotional experiences, trust-building strategies, and continuous technological refinement to maximize chatbot benefits across various sectors. This research explores the potential for selective information dissemination based on user preferences using chatbots combined with artificial intelligence. Through a narrative approach, the study reviews literature and analyzes eight articles related to chatbots' application in information dissemination. The results indicate that chatbots are efficient in providing information and can be customized for various needs, such as population services, reminder notifications, and book processing. Chatbots have the potential to enhance services and can be integrated into information systems to improve service quality. However, challenges such as reliance on high-quality data and machine learning, difficulties in understanding non-formal language or slang, and limitations in handling complex questions need to be addressed for chatbots to reach their full potential.

Optimizing Selective Dissemination of Information: Leveraging Genetic Algorithms for Enhanced Content Personalization

Optimizing Selective Dissemination of Information: Leveraging Genetic Algorithms for Enhanced Content Personalization

An empirical introspection of the library website from user perspectives: resource gateways versus Web Content Management Systems (WCMS) in higher educational institutions

Library websites being the virtual or digital facet of any library it is paramount to constantly evaluate and enhance the interface with necessary resources and services. In this regard, this study was carried out to analyze a range of opinions and feedbacks from stakeholders of a university library, which has published the links to subscribed databases, training guides, reference services, and research support services on its website. Due to the restrictions on mobility by economic crisis and Corona pandemic, library users heavily relied on digital interfaces to share and retrieve information. In this regard, a survey was carried out to explore the demand and desire of the library users as whether the library website satisfies them or does it need redesigning. Convenient sampling technique was employed where hundred and fifteen (115) users had responded to semi-structured questionnaires. Data extracted were analyzed using the Pearson Chi-square test, one-way ANOVA, and one sample Wilcoxon sign rank test. Majority (33.3%) of the students of the Faculty of Science were using the library website more frequently than the students of other faculties. Responses showed that the Training Guides (Mean=4.00; SD = ±0.926) and past-paper portals (Mean=3.96; SD = ±0.989) accessed via the library website were useful. The chi-square test revealed a significant relationship of faculties with article requests (p=0.037) and adequacy of website information for academic work (p=0.036). Similarly, the level of students has a significant relationship with Selective Dissemination of Information (p=0.048); usefulness of the training guides (p=0.022); adequate research support (p=0.026); and effective organization of information (p=0.003). Overall responses revealed that the Library website is highly user-friendly (Mean=3.90; SD = ±0.909). One-way ANOVA revealed a significant relationship between the resourcefulness of the website and the respondents’ overall satisfaction with the information received from the library website (p=0.021). These results evinced that the library website must comply with users’ expectations and needs. Students’ opinions and feedback emphasized on the need for updating the website through a benchmark of other library interfaces. FAQ section and Chat bot were a few suggestions made by the users.

Digital reference services in public university libraries in Rajshahi, Rangpur, and Khulna division

The development of information and communication technologies, the availability of information online, and the wide spread of the internet have changed the trends of library services. On the other hand, the user’s attitudes towards the library change. The users want digitalized resources and online services. To serve information seekers, there is no other way than digital reference service. Digital Reference Service is the only way to give the right information to the right users at the right time. Digital Reference Service provides a user assistant when they want while sitting at home. University libraries are an important part and parcel of higher education, and the users of these libraries, such as students, faculty members, and researchers always involved in education. They will need any type of information or document at any time. To fulfill their requirement and to achieve their satisfaction, there is no alternative to Digital Reference Service (DRS). From this study, it is found that the mentality of library professionals has changed. They try hard to make the library digital and provide internet-based services. Public university libraries offer a large number of databases to meet the needs of users. Besides these, the university libraries offer online services like Current Awareness Service (CAS), Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI), institutional repositories, and so on. They faced some problems with providing DRS. This study provides some recommendations that will help them to run digital reference services smoothly.

Artificial intelligence as enabler of future library services: how prepared are librarians in African university libraries

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to investigate artificial intelligence (AI) as enabler of future library services, with consideration to how prepared are librarians in African university libraries.Design/methodology/approachThis study applied the interpretive content/document analysis of literature harvested from different databases of Scopus and Web of Science. AI could be used to perform daily routines in circulation, serial, reference and selective dissemination of information among others. It could also be applied to the provision of innovative services of recognition of library activities such as answering research quarries, cataloguing and classification of library materials and management of library system software of different databases within the library systems.FindingsIt could be deduced from the study that AI would continue to serve as a panacea to future library services irrespective of its geographical context. Due to the evolving nature of knowledge growth, AI having its roots in the field of engineering has been found useful to support future library services. The support accrued from library service delivery in the library profession has made librarians continue to interact with other intelligent machines that can demonstrate human behaviour even though they are not real human beings. The behaviour of machines and AI where human beings play a significant role has brought many renovations in the management of complex tasks of processing, communication, knowledge representation, decision making and suggestions, on potentials of diverse work operations.Practical implicationsThe understanding that the present paper portrays in the context of future library services is that there is no way the AI could function without a human interaction perspective when drawing an analogy from computer science, information science and information systems fields of study.Social implicationsThe interest of users across their background would be strengthen if AI advances transformed the handling complex tasks of processing, communication, knowledge representation, decision-making and giving suggestions, among other things. The possibilities of diverse work operations from empirical evidence of studies consulted in recent times gave the authors the impetus to consider AI as the enabler of future library services.Originality/valueThe increasing demands from library patrons have prompted librarians to adapt their methods of delivering services. These emerging technologies have also brought about shifts in approaches to teaching and learning. Consequently, the recent surge in digital technology-driven service innovations has ushered in a fresh paradigm for education and research. In response to these changes, librarians are actively seeking novel and innovative technologies to enhance user experiences within their libraries. They serve as catalysts for introducing modern and advanced technologies, consistently adapting to contemporary tools that enhance their offerings.

Evaluating features of mobile phone technology needed to access library services in Mount Kenya University library in Kenya

With library automation already done in all libraries in mount Kenya university, installed library management system, provision of e-book reader (kindles) and user and library staff training all provide ample platform for use of library materials via mobile phone devices. Since the introduction of Kindles and use of MPT to access and utilize library services in MKU libraries, no study has been done to determine the effectiveness of this technology. Therefore, this study and its recommendation come handy in order to improve library service delivery using MPT. The purpose of the study is to evaluate the use of mobile phone technology in accessing library information materials at Mount Kenya University. The target population was 39452 where a sample of 395 was selected. In this study, questionnaires were used to collect data. Four campuses were purposively sampled due to their established library automation and library management system providing the platform that can support library access via Mobile Phone Technology. Data collected through questionnaires was cleaned, edited, coded before it was entered into the statistical software for analysis. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) was used for analyzing the collected data. Based on research findings, it could be right to say that despite challenges of power outages, internet instability and other factors identified above, mobile phone devices have required features to support access to reference services, checking in/out, indexing and abstracting, conducting current awareness to users, doing selective dissemination of information, executing interlibrary loaning and providing special services to special people.

Changing role of librarians in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic

Librarians' role goes beyond the delivery of services such as providing current awareness, selective dissemination of information, and referral services among others. It involves helping people to comprehend vital information through the provision of media and information literacy support. One of the recent issues is curtailing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. The main objective of the study was to determine the changing roles of librarians in preventing the pandemic, and the challenges in sharing information on the COVID-19 pandemic. A descriptive survey design using Google Forms was used. Google form links were sent to the online forum of librarians in Nigeria. A population of 759 was derived from various online platforms. The Krejcie and Morgan sampling method was used to pick the sample size of 250 respondents, to achieve the sampling size, the research was observant to make sure the number of respondents did not exceed the sample size by constantly checking the response report. The return rate was 127 librarians. The study's findings revealed that librarians used formal and informal channels to disseminate information to society in the wake of the pandemic. It further revealed that WhatsApp groups, Facebook, and flyers, among others were the most used channels. The findings also revealed that librarians play a critical role in preventing the pandemic spread by posting cleaning, safety measure and social distancing information on various WhatsApp groups they belong to. The study recommends that libraries should also consider other means of communication such as visiting market places, visiting local communities, peer group discussions, and use of telegram, among others to advocate for the prevention of COVID-19 pandemic

Selective dissemination of information (SDI) in the age of artificial intelligence (AI)

Purpose In this study, the authors seek to introduce ways that show that in the age of artificial intelligence (AI), selective dissemination of information (SDI) performance can be greatly enhanced by leveraging AI technologies and algorithms. Design/methodology/approach AI holds significant potential for the SDI. In the age of AI, SDI can be greatly enhanced by leveraging AI technologies and algorithms. The authors discuss SDI technique used to filter and distribute relevant information to stakeholders based on the pertinent modern literature. Findings The following conceptual indicators of AI can be utilized for obtaining a better performance measure of SDI: intelligent recommendation systems, natural language processing, automated content classification, contextual understanding, intelligent alert systems, real-time information updates, intelligent alert systems, real-time information updates, adaptive learning, content summarization and synthesis. Originality/value The authors propose the general framework in which AI can greatly enhance the performance of SDI but also emphasize that there are challenges to consider. These include ensuring data privacy, avoiding algorithmic biases, ensuring transparency and accountability of AI systems and addressing concerns related to information overload.

The concept of new information system of SB RAS State Public Scientific and Technological Library based on IRBIS64+

The authors review the principles and technologies of information retrieval systems implemented in Russia and abroad, with special attention to the function of e-library and interactive selective information dissemination. The main project aim is to build single comfortable information retrieval space integrating full-text abstracts, bibliographic resources legally acquired, structured and offered by SB RAS State Public Scientific and Technological Library.Based on the analysis of user search behavior of the Library’s information retrieval system based on IRBIS WEB-module and of the functional distinctions between IRBIS64+ and IRBIS WEB-module, the authors review the demands to contemporary e-catalogs and e-libraries, parameters of new information retrieval system, and stages of its implementation. The new information retrieval system based on IRBIS64+ WEB-module will provide access to all resources comprising literature in-flow to the Library with significant search potential, and guarantee their comfortable use by various user groups. IRBIS64+ WEB-module in the Library’s information retrieval system will provide searching in full-texts, and enable to make queries using Boolean logics, to setup distance between words, to rank search results, and to specify them with faceted navigation. The users will be also offered to use thematic search by navigators (GRNTI, thematic navigators of databases). The e-library is to provide open access to information resources of RAS SB SPSTL, eLIBRARY, and other open resources. The digital collections are to preserve printed original copies, which is important for old and rare publications.

Exhibition, Selective Dissemination of Information and Students’ Patronage of Library Information Services in Tertiary Institutions in Akwa Ibom State

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of exhibition, selective dissemination of information on students’ patronage of information services in public tertiary institutions in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Ex-post facto research design was used for the study. The population of the study was all the 12739 registered undergraduate library users in public tertiary institutions in Akwa Ibom state for the 2021/2022 academic session. Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select a sample of 790 students for the study. A researcher developed questionnaire named “Exhibition, Selective Dissemination of Information and Students’ Patronage of Information Services Questionnaire” (ESDISPISQ) was used in collecting data for the study. The instrument was face validated by three experts. Cronbach Alpha was used to determine the reliability of the instrument and a coefficient of .78 was obtained. Mean was used to answer the research questions while independent t-test was used to test the hypotheses of the study. The findings of the study indicated that there is significant influence of exhibition and selective information dissemination on students’ patronage of information services in public tertiary institutions in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. It was recommended among others that librarians need to conduct exhibition and dissemination of information in order to improve students’ patronage of library information services.

Share references by using web pages

During the past recent years, there has been tremendous development reaming the concept of digital libraries-a knowledge base that can be stored and retrieved through online networks. Digital libraries are the most complex form of information systems that support digital document preservation, distributed database management, hypertext, filtering, information retrieval, and selective dissemination of information. This has really overcome geographical barriers offering a wide range of academic, research, and cultural resources with multimedia effects that can be accessed around the world over the distributed networks. The paper examines the concept of Digital library, the technology that has enabled its emergence & architecture of the digital library system. It also highlights the digital library projects undertaken in USA, UK, and India. Here the authors explored the unique feature of digital library and possible challenges ahead for library and information professionals in the digital environment.

Utilization of Funds Allocated to Agricultural Research Institute Libraries in Nigeria

This study focused on the utilization of funds allocated to agricultural research institute libraries in Nigeria. All the fifteen (15) agricultural research institute libraries were involved in the main study; three in the pilot study, and twelve in the main study. The survey research method was adopted and the instrument used for data collection was the utilization of funds allocated to Agricultural Research Institute Libraries in Nigeria Questionnaire (UFARILNQ). UFARILNQ solicited responses from the principal officers of ARIs and their librarians who were themselves major users of the libraries. The responses were in line with the two research objectives of the study: utilization of funds allocated and extent to which appropriated funds met services needs of the agricultural research institute libraries. The data collected were analysed using frequency distributions, percentages, mean scores, standard deviation, graphs, and tests of differences and relationships for the four hypothesis. One way ANOVA was used to test for the differences in received funds and their utilization among the ARILs. The study established that funds allocated to ARILs were inadequate but well utilized except for purchase of computers which were deployed for services provision. The services provided were literature search, reference, selective dissemination of information, which were adjudged to be those required to meet the needs of users, except mobile library services which was non-existent. Even as funding was inadequate, the respondents were satisfied with their judicious use resulting in the ARILs offering satisfactory services. However, the hypotheses was tested at significant level of 0.05. The decision of the hypothesis was rejected at P< 0.05 and retained at alpha level of 0.05 (P> 0.05). For hypothesis one, the observed P-value in the test was 0.134, which was higher than the fixed level of significance 0.05 (P> 0.05). From this observation, the null hypothesis that there is no significant difference in fund utilization by Agricultural Research Institute Libraries in Nigeria is therefore retained. Hypotheses one was retained. The recommendations of the study included all funds allocated to the agricultural research institutes libraries in Nigeria should be properly utilized for their respective purposes. Also the librarian of each agricultural research institute libraries in Nigeria should be a Principal Officer of the respective institute to enable the librarian to have a meaningful understanding of funds allocations.

Social Media Use and Service Delivery by Professional Librarians in Ahmadu Bello University Library, Zaria

This study investigated the extent to which social media is used to improve library services in tertiary institutions in Ahmadu Bello University Library, Zaria. The survey research design was used for the study. The population of the study consisted of all 204 professional librarians in Ahmadu Bello University Library, Zaria. Total enumeration was used for the study. A self-structured questionnaire was used for data collection. Findings revealed that Facebook (95.1%) and WhatsApp (94.2%) are commonly used by librarians followed by respondents who also indicated that YouTube (83%), Twitter (85.3%), Google+ (83.3%) and LinkedIn (71%) are moderately used in the library. Also, the services provided by librarians were e-reference services, database search, online user education and e-reader services among other available library services. This indicated that the provision of library services was moderately low in the library while findings revealed that available social media tools were not fully utilised by librarians in Ahmadu Bello University Library, Zaria. The study concluded that social media use helps librarian on service delivery of librarians in Ahmadu Bello University Library, Zaria. The study recommended that professional librarians should promote e-library services such as e-current awareness services, sele ctive dissemination of information, instant messaging services and distance learning services using diverse social media tools such as Pinterest, Ning, Flicker, Del.icio.us, Instagram and Social Bookmarking that were sparingly used in the library.

Survey of Undergraduates Users Satisfaction with Library Services in Selected Academic Libraries in Ogun State

This study surveyed the undergraduate users’ satisfaction with library services in selected academic libraries in Ogun State. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for this study. The population of this study comprised the undergraduates of the selected academic libraries in Ogun State. Stratified random sampling technique was used to select 116 undergraduates for this study. A well-structured, self-designed and close-ended questionnaire was used as the instrument in gathering data from the respondents. The data analysis was subjected to frequency counts and percentage method. Findings revealed that lending of books, library orientation, opening hours of the library, photocopying services, research services, binding services, answering users query, lending services in the library, internet services, current awareness services, selective dissemination of information, bibliography services, inter-library loan, indexing and abstracting services and notification of conferences, seminars and workshop services are the library services available in the selected academic libraries in Ogun State. There is high utilization of library services by the undergraduates of the selected academic libraries. The major challenges facing the usage of library services are low information support, unawareness of available library services in the library, ineffective of library services, non-functional catalogue are the challenges facing the use of library services. Based on the findings, it was recommended that the library management should provide more library services and other new information media in the library to enable undergraduate library user become acquainted with library services and its related materials.

Dissemination Program in Improving Information Services to the Community in Bone District

Dissemination is a group of people or individuals who can obtain information through an activity, thus causing awareness and acceptance so that the information can be utilized. This study aims to determine the dissemination program implemented by the Department of Information Communication and Encryption in improving information services to the community in Bone Regency, using qualitative descriptive research methods. The research data was obtained by using interview, observation and documentation studies. Furthermore, data analysis techniques, namely, data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results showed that, face to face contact, carry out socialization; by telephone, carrying out the “Hallo Bone” program; by Post, publish brochures and pamphlets as a medium for disseminating information; by Display, placing banners and billboards in certain places within the Bone Regency area; Selective dissemination of information, releasing android-based information service applications; publication publishes an information bulletin; media that is carried out using newspapers/newspapers, website www.bone.go.i, local Radio Suara Bone Adat, Matajang Local Television, and Facebook and Instagram Social Media.

Provision of Library and Information Resources and Services on Suicide: Nigerian Libraries Perspective

This paper seeks to highlight the services and resources provided by Nigerian libraries on the prevalent incidents of suicide. The library is a hub of activities and its major purpose is to provide necessary and needed information to its teeming users. Library and information resources are those materials provided by the library both in printed and electronic formats which include the provision of information on suicide. These resources aid the provision of various information services such as current awareness service, selective dissemination of information, reader advisory service, and lots more. The diverse information services can be provided in collaboration with NGOs to create public awareness, provide signages on suicide and also train librarians on how to interact with users who are likely to possess such traits with the aid of the available resources that would help in suicide prevention, and also provide direction on how to get psychological help. From the literature review, very little is written on suicide by authors in Nigeria and it is a fact that Nigerian libraries do not give special attention to the provision of resources on suicide, especially the preventive aspect of it; therefore, a recommendation for a special corner in the library for such resources was proffered.