Perspectivas para o uso da pesquisa observacional em biblioteca universitária: um estudo na coleção de periódicos

Reports on a study that analyzes the use of a collection of printed journals in a Brazilian university library, using structured and systematic non-participant observational research. The study is placed within the area of "information and collection use", inspired by the contributions of Lancaster, Wilson and other authors in the field of user and use studies. Use of this journal collection was also analyzed using the Library ́s own statistical data on collection use, for the period of 2012 to 2015. From the data obtained, we hope to contribute to the definition of policy parameters aiming to adjust the physical space currently used for this printed journal collection, aiming to collaborate so that the library might be more in tune with user needs and the research and projects developed in the University

UNDERSTANDING STUDENTS INFORMATION NEEDS AND ROLE OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIES: A CASE STUDY OF COVENANT UNIVERSITY LIBRARY, OTA, NIGERIA

This study investigates information needs of students and the role of academic libraries, using Covenant University library as a case study. The investigation was based on the data generated through questionnaire, interview and library statistics to elicit information on the frequency of library use, purpose for using the library, means of locating library resources, library resources most consulted, most used library services and the problems encountered in using the services and resources in the library. The result indicated that majority of the students sometimes use the library to read for examination and to up-date knowledge; 58.94% of the students consult Online Public Access to locate library resources. The library resources most consulted by the students are the textbooks, while the most used library service is the lending service. The study recommends regular library orientation for a more effective use of OPAC and e-resources; good staff recruitment, personnel who are highly skilled and knowledgeable to understand information needs of the students; good communication between students and library staff must be encouraged in order to understand their information needs; moreover, the use of suggestion box in the library enables the students to give suggestions on how the library can serve them better. It was concluded that effective academic library information services delivery requires quality service and adequate professional strategic management. Regular survey on users and use studies would show the strengths and weaknesses in the activities of the library and assist in understanding the information needs of the students

Material Availability: A Study of Academic Library Performance

This article reports the findings of a study modeled after Saracevic, Shaw, and Kantor\u27s efforts to identify and quantify the causes of users\u27 failures to identify and locate library materials. The researchers analyzed patron-reported and librarian-observed subject and known-item searches and found an overall success rate of only 54 percent. The problems that led to the 46 percent failure rate were analyzed by source and type of failure, and subjective observations concerning problems encountered by patrons were recorded. Recommendations are made for reducing library malfunctions and circulation, patron, and acquisition errors

Pattern of card catalogue consultation in a special library

A three day sample observation of card catalogue consultation by users at ISRO Satellite Centre (ISAC) Library has been made and results recorded. Users have been subsequently questioned about the purposes for which catalogue was consulted. The paper describes the card catalogue system of the library, the method followed and limitations of the study. The data in appropriate tables has revealed that classified catalogue is not used; Report Number Catalogue is least used and subject catalogue is consulted to the maximum. It is also found that more than half of the consultations of card catalogue are to locate documents, one-fourth is to interact with circulation system, one-tenth is to make a comprehensive search for references on a topic and rest for miscellaneous purposes. It is concluded, based on the results, that arrangement of charged out tray at circulation counter be changed to classified order and classified catalogue itself may have to be dispensed with

Technology utilization in a non-urban region - A measurement of the impact of the Technology Use Studies Center Final report

Technology utilization in agricultural areas and measurement of impact of technology use studies cente

Technology utilization in a non-urban region: Further impact and technique of the Technology Use Studies Center, 2

The clientele served by the Technology Use Studies Center (TUSC) is updated. Manufacturing leads the list of client firms. The standard industrial classification (SIC) range of these firms is broad. Substantial numbers of college and university faculties are using TUSC services. Field operations inherent in the functions of dissemination and assistance are reviewed. Increasing emphasis among clientele is on environmental concerns and management. A record is provided of the institutions contacted and the extent of TUSC involvement with them, as well as TUSC's cooperation with agencies and organizations. The impact of TUSC and the NASA-sponsored Technology Utilization Program on other public agencies is discussed

Information and Communication Technology Facilities Use as Correlates of Quality Library Service in First Generation Universities, Southwest, Nigeria

Information and communication technology (ICT) use studies in libraries are often approached by generalising the ICT facilities without categorisation, however, not all ICT facilities are available, accessible and used in libraries. In the case of libraries where they are available, the dearth of literature exists as to the contribution of each category to the overall perceived benefits of the ICT to library services. Based on the categorisation by Gama (2007), this study was carried out to determine the influence of ICT facilities viz; computing facilities, film/tape-based facilities, reproduction facilities, telecommunication facilities and broadcasting facilities on perceived benefits to library services in the first generation universities in the southwest, Nigeria. A survey of correlational type was conducted using a total of enumeration of 107 staff in the study area. Data was collected through an adapted questionnaire and Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation was conducted to determine the correlation of each ICT facilities with perceived benefits to library service while multiple regression was conducted to determine the relative contribution of each independent measures to the dependent measure. The study found that only computing, broadcasting and telecommunication facilities influenced ICT benefits to library service, though all of the ICT facilities put together relatively contributed to the perceived benefits of ICT to library services. The study, therefore, recommended that film/tape-based facilities and reproduction facilities should be given the required attention by libraries in service delivery so as to better serve the library clients qualitativel

A Circulation Analysis of Books at Bangalore University Library, Bangalore: A Study

The users are prime aspect of any type of library. The collection developments, planning, decision making, organizing, delivering of information in the library should cantered around the needs of the users. The main motive of this study was to examine and analyse books transactions among users of Bangalore University Library, Bangalore.In the study it is found that total 9280 books issued to patrons of 45 different departments during July 2015 to June 2016.The study will be helped to the library authorities in identifying the nature and needs of user community and to take necessary steps to build library collections and to satisfy user’s requirements

Impact of Full Text on Print Journal Use

The availability of full text journal articles online affects patrons\u27 use of the library\u27s print journal collection. This case study of a liberal arts college library collection quantifies the change in print journal use from 1996 to 2003. Variables that affect print journal use are discussed, highlighting college student needs and behaviors. Validity and reliability of journal use studies is investigated, and the use of Coefficient of Variance is described as a tool to measure the reliability of journal use counts. Results show that overall use of the print collection decreased by 52 percent. Use of print journals also available in full text showed a greater decrease in use than journals not available online. Changes in use for each of the academic disciplines represented at the college are reported