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Papers by Stephen Osahon Uwaifo
World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Economics and Management Engineering, 2017
Information Technologist (The), 2010
Purpose—The paper seeks to examine computer self-efficacy as predictor of librarians' perceiv... more Purpose—The paper seeks to examine computer self-efficacy as predictor of librarians' perceived ease of use of automated library systems in Nigerian university libraries. Design/methodology/approach — The paper uses the ex-post-facto design type of a survey approach to determine self-efficacy as predictor of the librarians' perceived ease of use of the automated library systems. Findings—The investigation shows that majority of the respondents were fairly or moderately self-efficacious about computer use. Also, there was a significant positive relationship between computer self-efficacy and perceived ease of use of computer-based libraries by the library staff. This was inspite of their moderate level of computer self-efficacy. However, the moderate level of the staffs computer self-efficacy is one major setback arising from the study. Practical implications—Generally, librarians, IT researchers, university management, system administrators will find this paper beneficial to them. This is because it educates them about the fact that the library staffs moderate level of computer self-efficacy does not completely discourage them from using automated systems. This is because of their imperativeness when compared with the manual systems. Originality/value— Not much has been done in Nigeria to explore the relationship between computer self-efficacy and use of information system; this paper contributes towards filling that gap thereby adding to the literature in the area. Keywords Computers, self-efficacy, librarians, university libraries, Nigeria, use of automated systems.
Information Technologist (The), 2008
No Abstract. The Information Technologist Vol. 4 (2) 2007: pp. 18-2
Information Technologist (The), 2011
International Information & Library Review
Abstract This study explored the determinants of postgraduates’ use of electronic information res... more Abstract This study explored the determinants of postgraduates’ use of electronic information resources in federal universities in southern Nigeria. The purpose was to identify the factors that influence user behavior and ascertain how factor like self-efficacy could increase the use of electronic information resources. Descriptive survey method was adopted for the study. The sample size of 591 post graduates was selected through purposive sampling technique. The study used a researchers’ designed questionnaire for the collection of data which was analyzed using frequency counts, mean, and standard deviation. The findings of the study revealed that psychological factors such as trust on the information source and perceived usefulness, and self-efficacy and social factors like referral from course-mates and lecturers as the factors that influenced the use of electronic information resources. High self-efficacy level increased the use of electronic information resources among the respondents. Based on the findings, the study recommends that universities should improve their subscription to various electronic information resources through their libraries and such should be from renowned publishers of high impact to increase their usage.
This study was designed to investigate the factors militating against the use of the Internet by ... more This study was designed to investigate the factors militating against the use of the Internet by Postgraduate Students of Library and Information Science, Delta State University, Abraka. The descriptive survey was employed as the research design in the study. The literature reviewed covered: internet resources and services, benefits of the internet, problem encountered while using the Internet and strategies to overcome the likely problems. 35 respondents represent the total population of postgraduate students of Library and Information Science, Delta State University, Abraka were used as the sample size of the study. The questionnaire was the instrument used in data collection from the respondents. A total number of 35 copies of questionnaire were distributed to the postgraduate students. The data were analyzed using frequency counts and simple percentage formula. The findings revealed that the e-mail, e-journal and online database were the Internet resources and services mostly us...
Abstract:- Purpose- The paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in universit... more Abstract:- Purpose- The paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in university libraries in the South-South zone of Nigeria. Design/Methodology/Approach- The paper uses a survey research approach to carry out this investigation. Findings- The investigation reveals that the librarians make optimal use of a few of the numerous information resources on the internet. The librarians ’ level of internet use skills is only moderate although majority of them derive several benefits from the internet. However, several factors such as inadequate funds, poor electric power supply, inadequate localized software etc militate against their effective use of the internet. Practical implication- Generally, librarians, university authorities, system, administrators and ICT policy formulators will find this paper useful because it enlightens them about the fact that only a scanty use is made of the numerous internet information resources available and the librarians ’ level of skil...
The preference for online bookstores is increasing among students; however, research that focuses... more The preference for online bookstores is increasing among students; however, research that focuses on online bookstores has not been given attention in the Nigerian university context. This study examined, through empirical analysis, the patronage of online bookstores by postgraduate students at Nigerian universities. A survey design was adopted using a questionnaire to collect data from 969 postgraduate students selected from twelve universities from the South-west and South-south regions. Six research questions were developed. The findings reveal that Amazon is the online bookstore most often patronised by Nigerian postgraduate students. The books ordered most often are textbooks, fiction, and reference books. The factors driving patronage of online bookstores are convenience, the wide range of products available, the opportunity to purchase anytime and anywhere, the ability to save time, and cost advantages. Culture and censorship do not have an impact on the patronage of online b...
Information and Knowledge Management, 2015
The purpose of this study is to investigate librarian’s knowledge, towards information and commun... more The purpose of this study is to investigate librarian’s knowledge, towards information and communication technology hardware usage in university libraries in South- South and South- West, Nigeria. The population of the study consists of all librarians in University libraries in South-South and South-West, Nigeria at the time of this study. The census sampling techniques was used to study the population of 580 which represent the entire population of the study, the questionnaire was the instrument used, to elicit information from librarians in University libraries in the south-South and South-West, Nigeria, on librarians ICT hardware knowledge and usage. The data was collected and analyzed using sample percentage to analyze the demographic information of the respondents, statistical mean, standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMCC) was used to answer research question and hypothesis. The study revealed that there is a significant relationship between...
International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 2013
PurposeThe paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in university libraries i... more PurposeThe paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in university libraries in the South-South zone of Nigeria. Design/Methodology/ApproachThe paper uses a survey research approach to carry out this investigation. FindingsThe investigation reveals that the librarians make optimal use of a few of the numerous information resources on the internet. The librarians’ level of internet use skills is only moderate although majority of them derive several benefits from the internet. However, several factors such as inadequate funds, poor electric power supply, inadequate localized software etc militate against their effective use of the internet. Practical implicationGenerally, librarians, university authorities, system, administrators and ICT policy formulators will find this paper useful because it enlightens them about the fact that only a scanty use is made of the numerous internet information resources available and the librarians’ level of skills for internet use i...
This study has examined the library and information science female undergraduates' preference... more This study has examined the library and information science female undergraduates' preference for Facebook as an information-sharing tool. A survey approach was adopted using a questionnaire to collect data from 457 LIS female undergraduate students drawn from five library schools in Nigeria. The findings of the study have demonstrated that most significant factors that lead to the use of Facebook for information sharing among LIS female undergraduate students are user-friendly nature of the tool, personal gain, enjoyment, and self-efficacy while the least factors are social engagement and empathy. User-friendliness nature of Facebook has the highest correlation with the preference for Facebook as an information-sharing tool by female students followed by enjoyment while learning and empathy are the least correlated factors.
African Journal of Library, Archives and Information Science, 2008
The paper examines the predictive effect of computer anxiety on perceived ease of use of automate... more The paper examines the predictive effect of computer anxiety on perceived ease of use of automated library systems by library staff in Nigerian universities. A survey research design was used to collect data on level of computer anxiety and perceptions of ease of use of automated library systems among the library staff. The study found that many of the university libraries in Nigeria are not yet fully automated,due to financial constraints, erratic power supply and inadequate information technology (IT) facilities. The study also found that the main library routine for which the computer is used to perform is cataloguing. The library staff exhibited a moderate level of computer use anxiety; yet,computer use anxiety was found to be a strong predictor of perceived ease of use of automated library systems by the library staff. The paper recommends adequate funding of university libraries to facilitate the financing of continuing IT use training programmes for library staff, which would...
Library Hi Tech News, 2006
Information and Knowledge Management, 2015
African Journal of Library Archives and Information Science, 2008
Library Hi Tech News, 2006
Library Hi Tech News, 2006
Records Management Journal, 2004
The paper takes a look at Management use of Records in Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. T... more The paper takes a look at Management use of Records in Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. The importance of records and records management programmes was given. Other issues that were investigated include: the components of records management in operation, maintenance and use of records, storage and security of records for effective use, records disposition schedule, and the strength and qualification of the records management personnel. The paper concludes that the management staff of Delta State University, Abraka, see records as indispensable tools in planning, decision making and implementation. Over the years, the authorities of the University have therefore created, maintained and used numerous records. Certain problems which hamper the effective use of records by management in the University were identified as: lack of clear-cut records management standard, inadequate professional records management personnel, non-availability of automatic security/protection system and erratic electric power supply. In order to eradicate or overcome these setbacks, the researcher has made some far-reaching recommendations.
Library Review, Jul 2, 2007
World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Economics and Management Engineering, 2017
Information Technologist (The), 2010
Purpose—The paper seeks to examine computer self-efficacy as predictor of librarians' perceiv... more Purpose—The paper seeks to examine computer self-efficacy as predictor of librarians' perceived ease of use of automated library systems in Nigerian university libraries. Design/methodology/approach — The paper uses the ex-post-facto design type of a survey approach to determine self-efficacy as predictor of the librarians' perceived ease of use of the automated library systems. Findings—The investigation shows that majority of the respondents were fairly or moderately self-efficacious about computer use. Also, there was a significant positive relationship between computer self-efficacy and perceived ease of use of computer-based libraries by the library staff. This was inspite of their moderate level of computer self-efficacy. However, the moderate level of the staffs computer self-efficacy is one major setback arising from the study. Practical implications—Generally, librarians, IT researchers, university management, system administrators will find this paper beneficial to them. This is because it educates them about the fact that the library staffs moderate level of computer self-efficacy does not completely discourage them from using automated systems. This is because of their imperativeness when compared with the manual systems. Originality/value— Not much has been done in Nigeria to explore the relationship between computer self-efficacy and use of information system; this paper contributes towards filling that gap thereby adding to the literature in the area. Keywords Computers, self-efficacy, librarians, university libraries, Nigeria, use of automated systems.
Information Technologist (The), 2008
No Abstract. The Information Technologist Vol. 4 (2) 2007: pp. 18-2
Information Technologist (The), 2011
International Information & Library Review
Abstract This study explored the determinants of postgraduates’ use of electronic information res... more Abstract This study explored the determinants of postgraduates’ use of electronic information resources in federal universities in southern Nigeria. The purpose was to identify the factors that influence user behavior and ascertain how factor like self-efficacy could increase the use of electronic information resources. Descriptive survey method was adopted for the study. The sample size of 591 post graduates was selected through purposive sampling technique. The study used a researchers’ designed questionnaire for the collection of data which was analyzed using frequency counts, mean, and standard deviation. The findings of the study revealed that psychological factors such as trust on the information source and perceived usefulness, and self-efficacy and social factors like referral from course-mates and lecturers as the factors that influenced the use of electronic information resources. High self-efficacy level increased the use of electronic information resources among the respondents. Based on the findings, the study recommends that universities should improve their subscription to various electronic information resources through their libraries and such should be from renowned publishers of high impact to increase their usage.
This study was designed to investigate the factors militating against the use of the Internet by ... more This study was designed to investigate the factors militating against the use of the Internet by Postgraduate Students of Library and Information Science, Delta State University, Abraka. The descriptive survey was employed as the research design in the study. The literature reviewed covered: internet resources and services, benefits of the internet, problem encountered while using the Internet and strategies to overcome the likely problems. 35 respondents represent the total population of postgraduate students of Library and Information Science, Delta State University, Abraka were used as the sample size of the study. The questionnaire was the instrument used in data collection from the respondents. A total number of 35 copies of questionnaire were distributed to the postgraduate students. The data were analyzed using frequency counts and simple percentage formula. The findings revealed that the e-mail, e-journal and online database were the Internet resources and services mostly us...
Abstract:- Purpose- The paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in universit... more Abstract:- Purpose- The paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in university libraries in the South-South zone of Nigeria. Design/Methodology/Approach- The paper uses a survey research approach to carry out this investigation. Findings- The investigation reveals that the librarians make optimal use of a few of the numerous information resources on the internet. The librarians ’ level of internet use skills is only moderate although majority of them derive several benefits from the internet. However, several factors such as inadequate funds, poor electric power supply, inadequate localized software etc militate against their effective use of the internet. Practical implication- Generally, librarians, university authorities, system, administrators and ICT policy formulators will find this paper useful because it enlightens them about the fact that only a scanty use is made of the numerous internet information resources available and the librarians ’ level of skil...
The preference for online bookstores is increasing among students; however, research that focuses... more The preference for online bookstores is increasing among students; however, research that focuses on online bookstores has not been given attention in the Nigerian university context. This study examined, through empirical analysis, the patronage of online bookstores by postgraduate students at Nigerian universities. A survey design was adopted using a questionnaire to collect data from 969 postgraduate students selected from twelve universities from the South-west and South-south regions. Six research questions were developed. The findings reveal that Amazon is the online bookstore most often patronised by Nigerian postgraduate students. The books ordered most often are textbooks, fiction, and reference books. The factors driving patronage of online bookstores are convenience, the wide range of products available, the opportunity to purchase anytime and anywhere, the ability to save time, and cost advantages. Culture and censorship do not have an impact on the patronage of online b...
Information and Knowledge Management, 2015
The purpose of this study is to investigate librarian’s knowledge, towards information and commun... more The purpose of this study is to investigate librarian’s knowledge, towards information and communication technology hardware usage in university libraries in South- South and South- West, Nigeria. The population of the study consists of all librarians in University libraries in South-South and South-West, Nigeria at the time of this study. The census sampling techniques was used to study the population of 580 which represent the entire population of the study, the questionnaire was the instrument used, to elicit information from librarians in University libraries in the south-South and South-West, Nigeria, on librarians ICT hardware knowledge and usage. The data was collected and analyzed using sample percentage to analyze the demographic information of the respondents, statistical mean, standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMCC) was used to answer research question and hypothesis. The study revealed that there is a significant relationship between...
International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, 2013
PurposeThe paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in university libraries i... more PurposeThe paper seeks to investigate the use of internet by librarians in university libraries in the South-South zone of Nigeria. Design/Methodology/ApproachThe paper uses a survey research approach to carry out this investigation. FindingsThe investigation reveals that the librarians make optimal use of a few of the numerous information resources on the internet. The librarians’ level of internet use skills is only moderate although majority of them derive several benefits from the internet. However, several factors such as inadequate funds, poor electric power supply, inadequate localized software etc militate against their effective use of the internet. Practical implicationGenerally, librarians, university authorities, system, administrators and ICT policy formulators will find this paper useful because it enlightens them about the fact that only a scanty use is made of the numerous internet information resources available and the librarians’ level of skills for internet use i...
This study has examined the library and information science female undergraduates' preference... more This study has examined the library and information science female undergraduates' preference for Facebook as an information-sharing tool. A survey approach was adopted using a questionnaire to collect data from 457 LIS female undergraduate students drawn from five library schools in Nigeria. The findings of the study have demonstrated that most significant factors that lead to the use of Facebook for information sharing among LIS female undergraduate students are user-friendly nature of the tool, personal gain, enjoyment, and self-efficacy while the least factors are social engagement and empathy. User-friendliness nature of Facebook has the highest correlation with the preference for Facebook as an information-sharing tool by female students followed by enjoyment while learning and empathy are the least correlated factors.
African Journal of Library, Archives and Information Science, 2008
The paper examines the predictive effect of computer anxiety on perceived ease of use of automate... more The paper examines the predictive effect of computer anxiety on perceived ease of use of automated library systems by library staff in Nigerian universities. A survey research design was used to collect data on level of computer anxiety and perceptions of ease of use of automated library systems among the library staff. The study found that many of the university libraries in Nigeria are not yet fully automated,due to financial constraints, erratic power supply and inadequate information technology (IT) facilities. The study also found that the main library routine for which the computer is used to perform is cataloguing. The library staff exhibited a moderate level of computer use anxiety; yet,computer use anxiety was found to be a strong predictor of perceived ease of use of automated library systems by the library staff. The paper recommends adequate funding of university libraries to facilitate the financing of continuing IT use training programmes for library staff, which would...
Library Hi Tech News, 2006
Information and Knowledge Management, 2015
African Journal of Library Archives and Information Science, 2008
Library Hi Tech News, 2006
Library Hi Tech News, 2006
Records Management Journal, 2004
The paper takes a look at Management use of Records in Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. T... more The paper takes a look at Management use of Records in Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. The importance of records and records management programmes was given. Other issues that were investigated include: the components of records management in operation, maintenance and use of records, storage and security of records for effective use, records disposition schedule, and the strength and qualification of the records management personnel. The paper concludes that the management staff of Delta State University, Abraka, see records as indispensable tools in planning, decision making and implementation. Over the years, the authorities of the University have therefore created, maintained and used numerous records. Certain problems which hamper the effective use of records by management in the University were identified as: lack of clear-cut records management standard, inadequate professional records management personnel, non-availability of automatic security/protection system and erratic electric power supply. In order to eradicate or overcome these setbacks, the researcher has made some far-reaching recommendations.
Library Review, Jul 2, 2007