Awareness and Usage of ICT-Based Library and Information Servicesamong the Library Users of Vivekanand Central Library of Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi: A Case Study

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Název: Awareness and Usage of ICT-Based Library and Information Servicesamong the Library Users of Vivekanand Central Library of Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi: A Case Study
Autoři: Suman, Anubhaw Kumar, Patel, Madhu
Zdroj: LIS TODAY; Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024): LIS Today (Dec); 58-68 ; 2349-9621
Informace o vydavateli: ACS Publisher
Rok vydání: 2025
Témata: Academic Library, Information Access, Information Communication Technology, Library Services, Library Usage, User Study
Popis: This study investigates the awareness, usage, and satisfaction levels of ICT-based library and information services among users of Vivekanand Central Library, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi. Using a structured questionnaire distributed to 125 participants, with a 91.20% response rate, the research explores demographic insights, frequency of library visits, primary purposes for access to library services, and satisfaction levels. The relevant data was analysed using SPSS statistical analysis software. Further, mean, standard deviation and simple percentage were calculated for different variables. Key findings reveal a preference for print resources over electronic formats, with RFID-based automated issue-return being the most utilized ICT service. Challenges like low Internet connectivity and unawareness of available resources were identified, alongside moderate satisfaction levels with ICT based services. Recommendations include improving internet access, expanding ICT training sessions, and enriching the library’s digital collections to serve user needs better. This case study underscores the evolving role of academic libraries in integrating technology to enhance user engagement and accessibility.
Druh dokumentu: article in journal/newspaper
Popis souboru: application/pdf
Jazyk: English
Relation: https://journals.acspublisher.com/index.php/lt/article/view/20374/18124; https://journals.acspublisher.com/index.php/lt/article/view/20374
DOI: 10.48165/lt.2024.10.2.7
Dostupnost: https://journals.acspublisher.com/index.php/lt/article/view/20374
https://doi.org/10.48165/lt.2024.10.2.7
Přístupové číslo: edsbas.B0A71C8D
Databáze: BASE
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Abstrakt:This study investigates the awareness, usage, and satisfaction levels of ICT-based library and information services among users of Vivekanand Central Library, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi. Using a structured questionnaire distributed to 125 participants, with a 91.20% response rate, the research explores demographic insights, frequency of library visits, primary purposes for access to library services, and satisfaction levels. The relevant data was analysed using SPSS statistical analysis software. Further, mean, standard deviation and simple percentage were calculated for different variables. Key findings reveal a preference for print resources over electronic formats, with RFID-based automated issue-return being the most utilized ICT service. Challenges like low Internet connectivity and unawareness of available resources were identified, alongside moderate satisfaction levels with ICT based services. Recommendations include improving internet access, expanding ICT training sessions, and enriching the library’s digital collections to serve user needs better. This case study underscores the evolving role of academic libraries in integrating technology to enhance user engagement and accessibility.
DOI:10.48165/lt.2024.10.2.7