E Resources vs Prints Usages and Preferences by Undergraduates in a Private University Nigeria

  • Jerome Idiegbeyan-ose Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria
  • Goodluck Ifijeh Centre For Learning Resources, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria
  • Ayooluwa Aregbesola Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria
  • Sola Owolabi Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria
  • Eyiolorunshe Toluwani Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria
Keywords: Electronic resources, Print resources, Academic libraries, Undergraduate students, Private universities, Landmark university, Nigeria

Abstract

Electronic and print resources usages and preferences among undergraduates of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria has been examined. The study population consist of all undergraduates of the University, from which a sample of 250 that is 10 percent of the population was selected. The instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire. 231 copies of the questionnaire were completed and returned, representing 92.45 per cent response rate. Results from the study revealed that 110 (47.6 %) of the respondents preferred print resources, while interestingly, the same number 110 (47.6 %) preferred electronic resources; 11(4.8 %) of the participants did not provide any response to the question. It therefore implies that both print and electronic resources are complementary in meeting the information needs of undergraduates. However, majority of the respondents indicated that they usually supplement print materials with electronic resources or vice versa. The test of hypotheses revealed that user preferences were influenced by demographic factors such as age, course and level of study. Libraries should maintain hybrid collections, as both resources were found to be relevant sources of information for teaching, learning and research is recommended.

Author Biographies

Jerome Idiegbeyan-ose, Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Dr Jerome Idiegbeyan-ose holds a BLIS, MLIS and PhD in Library and Information Science. He has written several articles in both local and international journals including chapters in books. Currently working as an University Librarian, Landmark University, Omu-Ara, Kwara State, Nigeria.

Goodluck Ifijeh, Centre For Learning Resources, Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria

Mr Ifijeh Goodluck holds a bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State and Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies from the University of Ibadan. Currently working as a Senior Librarian in the Readers’ Services Unit of Centre for Learning Resources, Covenant University, Nigeria. He has written several articles in local and international journals.

Ayooluwa Aregbesola, Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Mr Aregbesola Ayooluwa, holds Master’s degree in Information Science from the University of Ibadan. Currently working as an Information Scientist and the Collection Development Librarian of Centre for Learning Resources, Landmark University. His research interest spans the field of Information systems adoption and use, collaborative and social computing, information security and library automation.

Sola Owolabi, Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Mr Sola Owolabi holds bachelor’s degree in Library Science/ Communication Language Arts and a Master degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Ibadan. Currently pursuing his PhD with focus on reading problems among Nigerian students. He heads the Readers’ Services Section of the Centre for Learning Resources, Landmark University. His area of research includes : Soft skills, user/knowledge management, metadata, digital libraries/ICT and bibliotherapy.

Eyiolorunshe Toluwani, Centre For Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria

Mr Eyiolorunshe Toluwani A. is a Librarian/Faculty in the Centre for Learning Resources, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria. Her research interests are: Information literacy, scholarly communication, and library services.

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Published
2019-03-11
How to Cite
Idiegbeyan-ose, J., Ifijeh, G., Aregbesola, A., Owolabi, S., & Toluwani, E. (2019). E Resources vs Prints Usages and Preferences by Undergraduates in a Private University Nigeria. DESIDOC Journal of Library & Information Technology, 39(2), 125-130. https://doi.org/10.14429/djlit.39.2.13885
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Research Paper