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Library Philosophy and Practice
Library Philosophy and Practice (LPP) (ISSN 1522-0222) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal owned and published by the University Libraries of the University of Nebraska--Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA. LPP publishes articles exploring the connection between library practice and the philosophy and theory behind it. These include explorations of current, past, and emerging theories of librarianship and library practice, as well as reports of successful, innovative, or experimental library procedures, methods, or projects in all areas of librarianship, set in the context of applied research. Bibliometric, scientometric, and literature review articles are only considered if they treat topics in the area of Library and Information Science. LPP is an international journal that embraces the concept of World Englishes and International English. Well-written articles in any variety of academic English are welcomed.
2022
Digital Literacy Inclusion: The Role of Librarians in Higher Education in the New Normal, Oluwatoyin Oyeyemi Obinyan Mrs and Linus Ikechukwu Ugwuanyi Mr
LIBRARY RESOURCES UTILIZATION BY LECTURERS IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY, Abigail Chikaodinaka Obodo PhD, Justina Nneka Eze PhD, and Mercy Ifunanya Ani PhD
Accessibility and Usage of School Library Materials and Facilities by Social Studies Teachers in Sapele Metropolis, Sunday Obro
Occupational Variables as Correlates of the Turnover Intentions Among Library Personnel in Private University Libraries in South-South, Nigeria., Rosemary Anwuli Odiachi Dr.
Library information needs of Parents of Children who are Career Workers in Academic Libraries: Implication for Policy and Practice, Richard Sunday Odo Mr, Moses Onyemaechi Ede Dr., and Chinedu Ifedi Okeke Professor
Use of Mobile Social Media for Academic Activities by Undergraduate Students at the Federal University of Lafia, Nigeria, Alice Olije Odu and Madely Du Preez
Investigating Postgraduate Students of Olabisi Onabanjo University's Use of Electronic Information Resources UsingTechnology Acceptance Model., Abiodun O. Odunewu, Wuraola Janet Oyedipe, and Siddiqah O. Oyedokun
EFFECT OF EDUTAINMENT VIDEOS ON LITERACY SKILLS ACQUISITION AMONG PRESCHOOL CHILDREN. IMPLICATIONS FOR UPDATING CHILDREN'S AUDIO-VISUAL LIBRARY, Akobi Thomas Ogbeche Dr and Chinedu Ifedi Okeke Prof.
USAGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKING SITES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE UNDERGRADUATES IN SOUTHERN NIGERIA, Ivwighreghweta Oghenetega (CLN) Dr. and Uwaifo stephen osahon Prof.
USAGE OF ELECTRONIC ACADEMIC DATABASE RESOURCES AMONG LECTURERS AND POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN WESTERN DELTA UNIVERSITIES, OGHARA, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA, DR. IVWIGHREGHWETA (CLN) OGHENETEGA and SAADATU EIREYI-FIDELIS
READING HABITS OF UNDERGRADUATES IN UNIVERSITIES IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA, DR. IVWIGHREGHWETA (CLN) OGHENETEGA and DR. EKHORUTOMWEN MARIA-GORRETTI
Involvement of Library personnel in the Application of Information and Communication Technologies in Academic Libraries in Bayelsa and Delta States, Onoriode Kelvin Oghenovo Mr and Iwhiwhu Enemute Basil Dr
REJUVENATING ACADEMIC LIBRARIES FOR EFFECTIVE SERVICE DELIVERY IN THE POST COVID-19 ERA, Emuejevoke Paul Ogo Mr, Angela Chiwendu Nweke Mrs, and Ademola Ferdinand Omosekejimi Mr
INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS VIS- A-VIS INFORMATION UTILIZATION OF STUDENTS OF POLYTECHNICS IN SOUTH EAST NIGERIA, Ndu Maria Ogonna Mrs, Ifeyinwa Blessing Okoye Dr, and Agbagha Mercy Mma Miss
Enhancing Learners Participation in the use of Libraries through Digital Literacy in Rivers State, Nigeria, Bala Ogu, Gloria Olori, Stella Nwizu, and Christian Olori
Influence Of User Deviant Behaviours On Information Resources Safety In Public Academic Libraries In Ogun State, Nigeria., Ayomikun Ogunbadejo and Vincent E. Unegbu
Correlations between Work Environment, Affective, Normative, and Continuance Commitments of Library Personnel in Public University Libraries in South-West Nigeria, Babatunde Ogunbanjo, Solomon Olusegun Awonusi, and Ifedamola Olaniyi
Utilization of Information and Communication Technology in Public Library Operations in Rivers State, Nigeria, Kolawole Ogunbodede and Ibisiki Bobmanuel Mr.
Information and Communication Technology Applications and use in Medical Records and Information Management in Selected Hospitals in Ijebu Ode Local Government Area, Ogun State., Aderonke Ogungbade CLN and oluwatobi Abdul Mr
INFORMATION SEEKING BEHAVIOUR AND USE BY RESEARCHERS OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF COLLEGE OF NIGERIA (ASCON), Kuburat Olayinka Ogunode Mrs, Abdulateef Babatunde Oshinaike Dr, and Susanah Oluyinka Tomomowo-Ayodele Mrs
OPEN ACCESS RESOURCES USAGE AND COPYRIGHT VIOLATION AMONGST UNDERGRADUATES IN TWO UNIVERSITIES IN IBADAN, OYO STATE, Adebisola Theresa Oguntimehin and James Ogielagbega Enamudu
COVID-19 AND EDUCATION: EFFECTS OF INTEGRATING MOBILE DEVICES WITH UNDERGRADUATE LEARNING PROCESS, Moyosade Omolade Oguntuase and Oluwabunmi Dorcas Bakare
ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION IN LIS FOR JOB CREATION, SELF RELIANCE AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Ogwo Okechukwu Kalu
Information And Communication Technology (ICT) Competence And Job Performance Of Librarians In Universities In Abia State., Emmanuel Kelechi Okehie Lieutenant, Genevive Chigekwu Nnadieto, Doris Chinyere Obiano Dr, and Ndu Maria Ogonna
Assessment of Preschool Librarians’ Library Disciplining Strategies for Effective Use of Preschool Library, Charity C. Okeke M.Ed, Clara O. Ifelunni PhD, Anthonia N. Ngwoke PhD, Gloria C. Ugwu PhD, Eucharia N. Aye PhD, Chinedu I.O. Okeke Prof, Nnamdi T. Ekeanyanwu Prof, and Christian S. Ugwuanyi PhD
Enhancing Leaners’ Motivation and Academic Achievement in Basic Science Using Printed Library Resources, Emmanuel C. Okenyi Ph.D, Christian S. Ugwuanyi Ph.D, Victor S. Ezema Ph.D, and Anthonia N. Ngwoke Ph.D
Attitude of Faculty Members Towards Open Access Institutional Repositories in Public Universities in North East, Nigeria, Chinyere A. Okezie Dr and Israel Habibu Idris Dr
Digital Libraries in Africa: Challenges and Opportunities, foluke okocha
Evaluation of Web Information Sources for Academic Purposes by Undergraduate Students in a Developing country, foluke okocha
The Role of Academic Libraries in Promoting Clientele Centered Services, Flora Ifeoma Okogwu
The Role of University Libraries in Accreditation of Academic Programmes: Challenges and Prospects, Flora Ifeoma Okogwu and Juliana Obiageri Akidi
Users Perception of the role of Academic Library in Private Universities in Delta State., Stanley Efe Okolo
Rewards and Recognition of Librarians Job Performance in some selected University Libraries in South-South, Nigeria, Ngozi Vera Okonoko, Dika Sunday Ikhimeakhu, and Ozioma Precious Amadi
Utilization of the library and its effect on academic achievement of undergraduates in selected university libraries in South-South, Nigeria, Josiah Sarah Okpa, Idachaba Joy Asibi, and Ufuoma Eruvwe
Assessing Level of Availability and Hindrances to Adequacy of ICT Facilities for the Provision of E-Resources Services in University Libraries in Southwest Nigeria, Oluwatosin Okunoye and Oluwatosin Okunoye
ASSESSMENT OF HEALTH INFORMATION LITERACY OF NIGERIANS ON THE PREVENTIVE MEASURES OF COVID 19 PANDEMIC: A CROSS SECTIONAL ONLINE SURVEY, Onyedikachi Michael Okwor Mr, Linus I. Ugwuanyi mr, Emmanuel C. Eze Dr, and Jude Chidike Onah mr
Computer Mediated Communication Technologies (CMCT) and Librarian’s Interactions with Users for Effective Service Delivery in Delta State University Library, Emmanuel Okwu PhD and Diseiye Oyighan CLN
SOCIAL MEDIA USE AND APPLICATION DURING COVID-19 BY SPECIAL LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA: CASE STUDY OF JUSTICE BABASOLA OGUNADE LAW LIBRARY, NIGERIA, Daniel Olufemi Oladeji Mr and Dorcas O. Bakare
USE OF OPEN ACCESS RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATES IN SELECTED PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN OYO STATE, NIGERIA., Ahmed Abass Oladele and Marcus Oladotun Aragbaye
Utilization of Digital Information Resources by Undergraduates at Lead City University, Ibadan Nigeria, Taofeek Abiodun Oladokun and Azeez A. Adeoye
Availability and Accessibility of Health Information to Women in Rural Community, Elemere, Moro Local Government, Kwara State, Olamide Hammed Olaiya, marcus oladotun Aragbaye, and Omolara Deborah Akintobi
Digital Literacy Skills of Library and Information Science Undergraduates in South-West, Nigeria, Julie Owansuan OLALERE and Opeyemi Deborah SOYEMI
Use of Mobile Learning Applications and Academic Engagement of Library and Information Science Students in Universities in South-West, Nigeria, Julie Owansuan OLALERE and Opeyemi Deborah SOYEMI PhD
AN OVERVIEW OF THE APPLICATION OF ACADEMIC SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES AS STRATEGIES FOR ENHANCING RESEARCH PRODUCTIVITY OF ACADEMICS IN NIGERIA UNIVERSITIES, Ademola E. Olanusi and Ademola E. Olanusi
USAGE OF UNIVERSITY LIBRARY-BASED ELECTRONIC RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATES AT ADEKUNLE AJASIN UNIVERSITY AKUNGBA –AKOKO, ONDO STATE NIGERIA, Ademola E. Olanusi, Ademola E. Olanusi, and ademola edward
INVESTIGATION OF INTEGRATED LIBRARY SYSTEM SOFTWARE (ILS) USE IN NIGERIAN BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY LIBRARIES, Adebola Aderemi Olatoye Mrs
Evaluation of the Adoption and Use of Integrated Library Management Software in Selected Private University Libraries in Osun State, Nigeria, Sunday Olabisi Olatunji and Mutawakilu Adisa Tiamiyu Prof.
The Extent of History Lecturers’ Use of Virtual Libraries for Teaching and Research, Frances Jumoke Oloidi, Chinyere Isaac Madukwe, Ogechukwu Vivian Amanambu, and Blessing Chisom Umeano
Undergraduate History Students’ Attitude towards University Library Services, Frances Jumoke Oloidi, Hero Usiomoefo Obasuyi, Ogechukwu Vivian Amanambu, and Blessing Chisom Umeano
An Assessment of students’ records management system and preservation as a determinant for the effective retrieval and dissemination of information in tertiary institutions in kogi State, Nigeria., Emmanuel Adeniyi Oloniruha and Khalimat Oyiza Momohjimoh
Digital Libraries and Skill Acquisition Training Among Rural Communities for Poverty Alleviation in Rivers State, Nigeria, Christian Olori, Chinyere Anigbogu, Adaobi Nwoye, Judith Ugwueke, and Gloria Olori
The Use of Library in the Promotion of Packaging of African Salad Through Vocational Education Strategies in Enugu State, Nigeria, christian olori, Florence Igbonekwu, and Gloria Olori
Usefulness of Digital Library in the Acquisition of Communication Skills of Business Education Students for Coca Cola Products Dealership in South South Nigeria, Gloria Olori, Effiong Asuquo, and Maureen Madu
Influence of Work-Life Balance on Turnover Intentions of Librarians in Universities in South-West, Nigeria: Implication and Strategies for Improvement., Oluwayemisi Eunice Oloyede and Opeyemi Deborah Soyemi
Application of Technology Resources to Library Information Processing in Academic Libraries in Nigeria, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo
Capacity Building for Sustainable Digital Information Services in 21st Century Administration of Academic Libraries in Nigeria, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo
Library and Information Science (LIS) Education in the 21st Century: Emerging Skills for a Changing World, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo
Review of Curriculum Development in Library and Information Science Education in Nigerian Universities: Issues and Prospects, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo
Roles of Academic Libraries in National Development, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo
Use of Library as a Correlate of Undergraduate Students’ Exploration of Library Materials in Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, Nigeria, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo
Digitization of Information Resources in University Libraries in Nigeria: Challenges and Way Forward, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo, Nancy E. Achebe (Prof.), and Lydia M. Olubiyo
Entrepreneurship Education as Tool for Economic Growth: The Roles of Information Centres in Nigeria, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo and Jude Timilehin Olubiyo
Marketing Information Product and Services in the Digital Age in Academic Libraries Environment, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo and Jude Timilehin Olubiyo
A Historical Trace of Library and Information Science Education in Selected Countries of Africa- Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo and Lydia Mercy Olubiyo
Impact of Education of Library and Information Science in National Development in Nigeria, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo and Lydia Mercy Olubiyo
Library User Education Programme: A Panacea for Effective Library Resources Utilization in Nigerian Universities, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo and Lydia Mercy Olubiyo
Resource Sharing in Academic Libraries: A Tool for Collaboration, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo and Lydia Mercy Olubiyo
USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR INFORMATION SERVICE DELIVERY IN NIGERIAN ACADEMIC LIBRARY, Akinola John Olugbenga Mr.; Zubairu, Aishatu N. Mrs.; and Saheed, Abiola HAMZAT Ph.D
Librarians’ Perceptions, Information Technology Competencies and Use of Cloud-Based Storage Systems in Academic Libraries in South-West Nigeria, Victoria Adeola Olukayode, Olayinka Babayemi Makinde Dr, and Ibidapo Oketunji
Information Security Awareness and Information Security Compliance in University Libraries in South-West, Nigeria, Mabawonku Temitope Oluwabunmi and Madukoma Ezinwanyi PhD
Influence of Reading Habit on Perception and Use of Reference Sources by Postgraduate Students in the Faculty of Education of Ibadan, Nigeria, SUNDAY A. OLUWANIYI and Lawrence AKINGBADE
Information Retrieval Skills as Correlate of Scholarly Research Among Postgraduate Students in Selected Universities in Oyo and Lagos States, Nigeria, Kolawole OLUWATOLA and Lawrence AKINGBADE
Computing Technologies and Paperless Classroom in Library Schools in Rivers State, Anthonia Eghieso Omehia and Onyema Nsirim
Computing Technologies and Paperless Classroom in Library Schools in Rivers State, Anthonia Omehia and Onyema Nsirim
Documentation of Nigerian Indigenous Knowledge System: The Role of the Library, Christopher Agbeniaru Omigie Dr., Theresa Osasu Makinde Mrs., and Ademola Victor Adeniran Mr.
DIGITAL SKILLS PROFILE AND ACADEMIC STAFF SERVICE DELIVERY DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC LOCK DOWN IN UNIVERSITIES IN CROSS RIVER STATE, Garieth Omorobi Omorobi, Winifred Emu Harry Ph.D, and Francisca Alah Kenn-Aklah
Cataloguers’ Awareness, ICT Skills and Use of Resources Description and Access (RDA) in University Libraries in South South, Nigeria, Ademola Ferdinand Omosekejimi Mr (CLN), Angela Chiwendu Nweke Mrs (CLN), and Okesanya Roseline Omoadoni Mrs (CLN) (MNLA)
Library Services Provision and Satisfaction: A Case Study of Postgraduate Students in Universities in South-west, Nigeria, Ayotola Olubunmi Onanuga, Halimah Odunayo Amuda, and Olufemi Olubunmi Ilori
Extent of Utilisation and Satisfaction of Open-Access Electronic Resources by Postgraduate Students of Federal Universities in South South, Nigeria, Ufuoma Dymphna Onobrakpor
Awareness of Undergraduates in Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State about Reference Management Software., Oghenovo Kelvin Onoriode Mr
EFFICACY OF AUDIO-VISUAL AIDED INSTRUCTION FOR IMPROVING STUDENTS’ INTEREST AND ACHIEVEMENT IN STEM SUBJECTS: IMPLICATIONS FOR LIBRARY PRACTICE, William Onu, Anthony Uchechukwu Uzoigwe, Fakolade Benjamin Ayodele, Oluwatoyin Comfort Oluwatosin, and Deborah Dele
AN ASSESSMENT INTO INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS AMONG FINE AND APPLIED ARTS UNDERGRADUATES IN SOUTH-EAST FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA, Chinweoke Ffrancisca Onwuasoanya Dr, Edumchieke Ritadoris Ubah Dr, Chiemezie Joecollins Ezepue Mr, Oloidi Oluwafemi Dr., and Nwachukwu Kenechukwu Udeaja Mr
An Appraisal of the availability and application of Wireless Fidelity Technology in Services of Academic libraries, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An assessment of Networking and Resource Sharing in Federal University Libraries in Nigeria, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An Assessment of the Effect of Self-efficacy, Reading Culture, Utilization of Library Habits on the Academic Achievements of Student-librarians, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An Empirical study of the Influence of Knowledge Sharing Behaviors and Organizational Culture on Staff Performance in University Libraries, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An Examination of Peer Group Influence and gender as correlates of Library and Information Science Students’ Attitude towards Examination Malpractice: Implication for the development of students, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An Examination of Student-Librarians’ Reading Preference: Print Materials or Electronic Materials, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An Investigation into Academic Self-efficacy, Peer Influence and Examination Anxiety as Correlates of Academic Achievement Drive of Library and Information Science Students, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
An Investigation of the Inclusion of Information and Communication Technologies in the Management of University Libraries, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Application of Bibliotherapy by School Libraries as a Tool for Enhancement of Reading Culture and Good Behaviors among Students, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
A survey on inmates of correctional centres information desires and accessibility: Librarians and Libraries as facilitators, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Awareness of Learning Disabilities among Academic Librarians in Federal Universities in Nigeria, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Impact of the Utilization of Bibliotherapy by School Libraries and Librarians on Behaviors of Juveniles in Correctional Homes, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Knowledge Sharing Practices and Behaviors in University Libraries: A Survey, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Librarians’ perception of violence on the student-librarians: An empirical study, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Managing anger among student-librarians using aggression replacement training and cognitive behavioral therapy, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO
Social perception of the image of public libraries and librarians by users as catalyst of transformation: A survey, EMMANUEL CHIDIADI ONWUBIKO