Issues and Measures for Improving Lecturers' Use of Electronic Information Resources in Federal University Libraries in South East Nigeria

Victoria Obianuju Ezejiofor; Angela Ifeoma Ndanwu; Enuma Maureen Azolo

Victoria Obianuju Ezejiofor Professor Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Angela Ifeoma Ndanwu Professor Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Enuma Maureen Azolo Professor Festus Aghagbo Nwako Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

Keywords: University Libraries, Lecturers, Electronic Information Resources, Utilization

Abstract

EIRs are invaluable tools that impact teaching, learning and research productivity all over the world. They have revolutionized how information is accessed and shared, impacting various domains such as education, research, healthcare, and business. This study investigated the constraints encountered by lecturers in their use of electronic information resources (EIRs) and identified potential measures to ameliorate the situation. Descriptive survey design was adopted and two research questions guided this study. The population of the study comprised 4265 lecturers in four federal universities in South East Nigeria out of which 428 were selected as sample size through multi-stage sampling technique. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using mean rating and standard deviation. The findings revealed that major issues were lack of awareness, irregular power supply, inadequacy of ICT facilities and poor Internet access. Recommendations made include awareness creation, regular power supply, provision of adequate infrastructure and broader and technical assistance.