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.

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Documenting Undocumented Motives Influencing the Career Choice of the First-Year Science and Math Student Teachers in Indonesia, Amirul Mukminin, Masbirorotni Masbirorotni, Lenny Marzulina, Dian Erlina, Akhmad Habibi, Fridiyanto Fridiyanto, Mia Aina, Nunung Fajaryani, and Nurulanningsih Nurulanningsih

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The art of selecting PhD students: Combination of Bibliometric and AHP Approach, Preeti Mulay Dr., Rahul Raghvendra Joshi Prof., and Sophia Gaikwad Dr.

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INFORMATION LITERACY IN COMMUNICATION STRATEGY OF PT. BINTANG TOEDJOE AND TRIBUN MEDIA IN INNOVATION PROGRAM OF “TAMAN HERBAL BEJO”, Henny Sri Mulyani, Pandan Yudhapramesti, Ipit Zulfan, Yanti Setianti, and Feliza Zubair

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Dynamics, Modality, and Commodification of Customary Title Bestowal in Local Political Communication in Gorontalo, Indonesia, sumarjo muna, atwar bajari, soleh soemirat, and Diah Fatma Sjoraida

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EVALUATION OF RESEARCH PAPERS ON OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY DURING THE PERIOD 1989-2018: A SCIENTOMETRIC STUDY, Dr Chinnaraj Murugan and Mrs Ravi Sringa

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Lotka's Law and Pattern of Author Productivity of Information Literacy Research Output, Manthiramoorthi Murugan, Saravanakumar rr dr, and Thirumagal A Dr

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Awareness of Information Literacy Among Students of Arts and Science Colleges in Tirunelveli – A Study, Manthiramoorthi Murugan, Dr.R.R. Saravanakumar, and Dr.A Thirumagal

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Usage of electronic Information resources among the lawyers of Delhi High Court Bar Association, Mohd Muzzammil and Mehtab Alam Ansari Dr.

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Quality of Information Literacy and ICT Skills among the Women Students in two Women’s Universities at Tamilnadu, India: a Study, Yasmin m

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Scientometric Portrait of Prof.Kasi.Pitchumani: An organic chemistry catalyst, Yasmin m

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GENTRIFICATION of BIBLIOTHECA for the DIGITAL CITIZENS, Ritu Nagpal

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Application of Lotka’s Law in Bell’s palsy (facial paralysis) research output during 2004 -2018., K.T Naheem Mr, P Sivraman Dr., and G Saravanan Dr.

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Use of Electronic Information Resources at College libraries in Bangalore, India: A Study of College Learners, Dr. Lokesha Naik, Narasappa KC, and Dr. G S Ramesha Naik

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Internet use Among Faculty and Students of College Libraries in Bangalore, India: A Study, Lokesha Naik and Kishore Kumar

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Why users need Internet in college libraries? A Study of college libraries in India, Lokesha Naik and Dr. Kishore Kumar S

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Digital Preservation: An Overview, jaffer Kabir najar and javaid ahmad wani

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Awareness and Perceived Availability as Correlate of Electronic Resources Usage in Academic Libraries in Kwara State, Bilqees Jumai Nallah, Abubakar L. Folorunsho Dr., and Abdul Ayodeji Hadi

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Extrinsic motivational factors and job performance of library personnel in Universities and Institutes of Agriculture in Nigeria, Okorie Nancy, Ikonne Chinyere, and Haliso Yacob

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A Bibliometric Study of Communications Published in Journal of Informetrics from 2012 to 2016, Dr. Mirza Muhammad Naseer, Dr. Abu Waris, Shakil Ahmad, Dr. Manuelraj Peter, and Prof Isam Mohammed Abdel-Magid

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Service Quality Assessment of Hospital Libraries: a LibQUAL+ Survey, Hamed Nasibi-Sis, Saeideh Valizadeh-Haghi, Soheila Zare, and Abdolvahed Orazi

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World Digital Library: An Analysis of Collection, Nahida Nasreen, Bisma Bashir, and Fayaz Ahmad Loan

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Use of Web Resources by the Postgraduate Students across Genders, Nahida Nasreen, Bisma Bashir, and Ufaira Yaseen

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STATE OF PUBLIC LIBRARIES IN PUNJAB (INDIA): A PRELIMINARY STUDY, Amar Nath Dr. and Suresh K. Chauhan

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Modeling Information Anxiety, Muhammad Asif Naveed and Mumtaz Ali Anwar

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Patron Behavioural Challenges: A Focus on Violence in Public Libraries within Gweru, Zimbabwe, Mthokozisi Masumbika Ncube

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Attitude of Library Staff towards People with Visual Impairment in the Provision of Library and Information Services in University and Public Libraries in Tanzania, Rehema Corbinian Ndumbaro Dr

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PEARL: A JOURNAL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE: A BIBLIOMETRIC STUDY, N O NATARAJAN Nelliyappan Olaganathan "Dr"

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Relationship between the Usage Count and the Number of Citations in the Journals of Library and Information Sciences: The Case of Access Type, Leila Nemati-Anaraki Associate Professor in Librarianship and Medical Information Department, Maryam Zarghani, Forouzan Ashoori-Mehranjani, and Soheila Eshaghi-Kopaei

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Bibliometric study of the M.Phil. Dissertations in Library & Information Science awarded under the University of Calcutta during the period from 2004 to 2016, Nilofer Nishat, Kaustuv Chakrabarti, and Deep Kumar Kirtania

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Social Media Usage Perception byJNTUA College of Engineering Students, Zafru Nisha

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ResearchGate Profiles of Naval Architecture Scientists in India: An Altmetric Analysis, Sheeja NK and Susan Mathew K.

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Scientometrics study of the research publication on information literacy (2015-2019), SHAMILI N

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AMERICAN JOURNAL OF BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY: A BIBLIOMETRIC STUDY, SHAMILI N and SILAMBARASAN D

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AWARENESS, ACCESS AND USAGE OF E-RESOURCES AMONG FACULTY MEMBERS IN ARTS AND SCIENCE COLLEGES, Sivakami N. and RAJENDRAN N.

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Global Research Publications on Hepatitis C from SCOPUS Database (2009-2018): A Scientometric Study, SIVA N, VIVEKANANDHAN S, and RAJENDRAN P

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Research Output of ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research: A Scientometric Study, SURESH N and Thanuskodi s Dr

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Seed Technology Research Output: A Scientometric Analysis on SCOPUS Database, Suresh N and Thanuskodi S Dr.

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Communication Strategies of Civil Society Forums To Reduce Maternal Mortality and Infant Mortality in Karawang District, siti nursanti, Irvan Afriandi, Susanne Dida, and Mien Hidayat

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Drill Emergency Simulation as an Increase in Information and Skills of Midwives in Carrying Out Assistance to Mothers and Newborns A Case Study in Karawang Regional Hospital, siti Nursanti, Susanne Dida, Irvan Afriandi, and Mien Hidayat

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Appraisal of the Synchronous and Asynchronous Techniques of Marketing Library Services in University Libraries, Chiegonu Nwachi and Chinedu Anozie

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The Impact of Social Media in Research Publicity and Visibility, Chiegonu Nwachi and Josephine Igbokwe

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Level of Awareness and Information Needs on Indiscriminate Dumping of Solid Waste Among Staff and Students of Nigerian Universities., Michael Chigozie Nwafor, Josephine C. Igbokwe, Adizetu A. Ali, and Chioma C. Onoh

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Assessment of Cervical Cancer Health Literacy among Female Secondary School Teachers in Anambra State. Nigeria., Ejeagwu nwafor-orizu, Obiageli Fidelia Emelumadu Prof, and Achunam Simeon Nwabueze Dr

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Effect of using “Just-In-Time Teaching (JITT)” Method and “Modified Lecture” Method in Teaching Cataloguing and Classification Courses in Anambra State, Tochukwu Victor Nwankwo, Angela Ifeoma Ndanwu Mrs, and Victoria Obianuju Ezejiofor Mrs

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Analysis of Entrepreneurship Courses of Library and Information Science Schools in South-East Geo-Political Zone of Nigeria, Ngozi Maria Nwaohiri, Scholastica A.J Chukwu, and Nneka C. Agim

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Staff Awareness of Ergonomics Principles Required at the Computer Workstation: Case Study of University of Jos Library, Grace Iyabo Nwokedi Mrs, Gupiyem Gungsat Gupiyem Dr, and David Ogbe Agbenu Mr

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USE OF SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES AMONG UNDERGRADUATES: A CASE STUDY OF DEPARTMENT OF THEATER AND FILM ARTS, FACULTY OF ARTS, UNIVERSITY OF JOS, JOS, NIGERIA, victor chuks nwokedi Dr.

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Evaluating the Job Performance of Librarians in Universities in South-East, Nigeria., Obinna A. Nwokike PhD and Vincent E. Unegbu PhD

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A Review of Information Behaviour Literature on Professoriates across Disciplinary Fields, Simeon Ambrose Nwone (PhD) and Stephen M. Mutula (Prof)

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ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT PRESERVATION STRATEGIES OF DIGITAL MATERIALS IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN SOUTH EAST, NIGERIA, Josiah Chukwumaobi Nworie

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APPRAISAL OF COPYRIGHT LAW COMPLIANCE AMONG LIBRARY PERSONNEL IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA, Josiah Chukwumaobi Nworie, Happiness Ogochukwu Nworie, and Doris Chinyere Obiano

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Examining and creating in-house IGR sources for effective management and financing in academic libraries in Nigeria, LAWRENCE Ogwashi NWOSE and EJOVI JONATHAN OLULU Mr

Demographic Variables affecting use of Internet Resources among pre-clinical Medical Students in Nigeria, Oluwatoyin Obinyan and Esharenana Adomi

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Assessment of Nursing Students’ Level of Satisfaction With Library Services In Selected Universities In Edo State, Oluwatoyin O. Obinyan Mrs. and Emmanuel O. Akande Mr

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PERCEIVED EFFECT OF TELEMEDICINE ON MEDICAL SERVICE DELIVERY BY FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTERS IN NORTH CENTRAL ZONE OF NIGERIA, Akor Solomon Obotu

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THE NEED FOR THE USE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN TWO UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA, Akor Solomon Obotu, Okechukwu O. Chukwuka, and Sule B. Gambo

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EXPLORING DIMENSIONAL CONSTRUCTS OF DIGITAL LITERACY SKILLS FOR HIGHER EDUCATION, Israel R. Odede and Glenrose Jiyane

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In Pursuit of 2030 Global Agenda; Awareness, Perception and Involvement of Nigerian youths in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals and the role of libraries, Bayor Joseph Odelami and Ruth Ibukunoluwa Fasakin

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READING CULTURE AND USE OF LIBRARY INFORMATION RESOURCES AMONG THE UNDERGRADAUTE STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY OF ILORIN, Mojisola Odewole

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Awareness and Utilization of Electronic Information Resources by Undergraduate Students in Osun State University, Mojisola Omowumi Odewole

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KNOWLEDGE SHARING BEHAVIOUR AND LIBRARIANS JOB PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES, Abiodun O. Odunewu and yacob Haliso

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INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS ON LIBRARY PATRONAGE BY UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA, Oluwole A. Odunola and Adeyinka Tella

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Evaluation of Automated Cataloguing System in Academic Libraries in Oyo State Nigeria, Oluwole A. Odunola, A Tella, O O. Oyewumi, T A. Ogunmodede, and S O. Oyetola

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Promotion of Information Resources and Services to Distance Learners in Nigeria: The Role of an Embedded Librarian, Patricia Ofodu

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PROMOTING GLOBAL BEST PRACTICES FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS THROUGH LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE PROFESSIONALS IN NIGERIA, Christopher Eje Ogar Mr and Gboyega K. Oyeniran Ph.D

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INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP STYLE ON CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN SOUTH WEST AND SOUTH-SOUTH, NIGERIA, Susan Udoaku Ogbuiyi

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Academic Library Research Support Services: A Review of Redeemer’s University and the Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency’s Research Activities, Adeniran Pauline Oghenekaro Mrs.

Undergraduates’ Perception on information Services in Academic Libraries: an Evaluation of Reference Services Performed at Redeemer’s University Library, Adeniran Pauline Oghenekaro Mrs. and Stephen Lucky Godwin Mr.

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Comparative study of library and information science curriculum in Nigeria library school, Aderonke Ayobami Ogungbade Miss and Oluwaseun Lekan Ipadeola Mr

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OPEN DIGITAL REPOSITORIES: PROSPECTS OF AFRICAN COUNTRIES WITHIN THE GLOBAL INFORMATION SPACE, John I. Ogungbeni, Amaka R. Obiamalu Mrs., and Kingsley U. Obiora Mr.

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EFFECTIVE MENTORING OF FEMALE LIBRARIANS’ IN LIBRARIES FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, Lauretta Nnebuogor OJEI, Tayewo Olayinka ADEBOWALE, and Andrew Oshiotse OKWILAGWE Prof.

ASSESSMENT OF TYPES OF USER EDUCATION PROGRAMMES IN UNIVERSITIES IN NASARAWA STATE NIGERIA, Agada Eric ojobo, ugannaya solomon Achia phd, and Asen Tesur Anita

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Journalism Practice in a Country Facing Division Threats : Newspaper Framing of Secession Agitations in Nigeria, Somtochukwu Victor Okeke, Ogechi Eucharia Okwumba, Greg H. Ezeah, and Gever Verlumun Celestine

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PERCIEVED IMPACT OF NEWSPAPER USAGE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, MAKURDI, Benedict Okike and Esther W. Oyeniyi

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Acceptance of Blended Learning in a Developing Country: The Role of Learning Styles, foluke okocha

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DIFFICULTIES OF ACCESSING ELECTRONIC RESOURCES AMONG POSTGRADUATE LIBRARY USERS IN UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN SOUTHEAST NIGERIA, Flora Ifeoma Okogwu

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Web 2.0 for Reference Services: An Overview, Stanley Efe Okolo

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ADOPTION OF SOCIAL NETWORKS MEDIA FOR REFERENCE SERVICES IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES, Stanley Efe Okolo and Rachael Ejovwokoghene Eserada

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Collections and Collection Development Exercise in Libraries: A Perspective in View, Stanley Efe Okolo, Rechael E. Eserada, Peace N. Ugboh, and Dorathy L. Ngbo

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INFORMATION LITERACY FOR EFFECTIVE UTILIZATION OF INFORMATION RESOURCES IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA, Ifeyinwa Blessing Okoye

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Information Management in Herbal Research: Nexus of Trends and Application of Emerging Technologies, Omorodion Okuonghae CLN and Margaret Olusola Abimbola CLN

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DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS AS CORRELATE OF USE OF LIBRARY INFORMATION RESOURCES BY UNDERGRADUATES IN NIGERIA, Omorodion Okuonghae Mr. and Chinonso Gerald Osedumme

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Influence of Publisher’s Sales Representatives Demographic Factors on their Perception on Book as Product for Branding and Marketing in Ibadan, 0yo State, Nigeria, Andrew Oshiotse Okwilagwe and Aliyu Otoayele

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Acquisition and Provision of Government Publications for Satisfaction of Users’ Information Needs in Nigerian University Libraries, Roseline Ngozi Okwor MLS, Emmanuel Chukwudi Ihekwoaba PhD, and Chidimma Agunwamba

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Collection Development Policy and User Satisfaction in University Libraries in Rivers State, Nigeria, Emmanuel Okwu and Mercy Echem

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MANPOWER PLANNING AND TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT AS CORRELATES OF SERVICE DELIVERY IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES, Adekoya Clement Ola

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Academic Disciplines and Use of Library-Based Online Resources for Learning Activities by Undergraduates in University of Ibadan, Nigeria, Michael Oladiran and Tolulope Balogun

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Gender Equality and Sustainable Development Goals: The Role of the Library and Information Professionals in Nigeria, Olalekan Moses Olayemi and Kemi Jummai Olayemi

IMPACT OF INFORMATION LITERACY SKILL ON THE USAGE OF ELECTRONIC INFORMATION RESOURCES AMONG ACADEMIC LIBRARIANS OF PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA., Oluwayemisi Eunice Oloyede, Goodluck Okwudiri Allison, and Juliana Iwu-James

Awareness, Accessibility and Use of Serial Publications among Undergraduate Students of Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo, Victoria Yemi Fagbemi (Mrs), and Samuel Oke Ogunniyi PhD

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A Survey of Information Literacy Skills among Undergraduates of Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo, Nigeria., Peter Olubunmi Olubiyo, Samuel Oke Ogunniyi PhD, Susan Omolade Ademilua, and Victoria Yemi Akanmidu-Fagbemi

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Users’ motivation and satisfaction as predictors of lecturers’ use of Library Resources in Colleges of Education in southwest, Nigeria, Adesanya Olusegun Oyeleye

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The Impact of Policies and Infrastructures on The Access and Use of Library Electronic Resources: A Case Study of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Babarotimi Oluwaseun

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THE EVOLVING ROLES OF LIBRARIES AND LIBRARIANS IN THE 21ST CENTURY, Momoh, Emmanuel Omeiza and Folorunso, Abubakar Lanre

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Book Piracy and the Challenge of Saving Nigeria's Publishing Industry, Momoh Emmanuel Omeiza and Folorunso Abubakar Lanre

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Identifying Contextual Challenges and Modifying Traditional Methods of Library Instruction in Private University in Nigeria, Dr. Saturday U. Omeluzor, Atanda Saliu Sambo, and Sunday Ikhimeakhu Dika

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IMPACT OF RFID (RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION) TECHNOLOGY ON LIBRARIES., Okesanya Roseline Omoadoni

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INFLUENCE OF ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE ON HEALTH RECORDS MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF OSUN STATE, NIGERIA, Michael Segun Omole Dr. and Tajudeen Temitayo Adebayo Dr

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Teamwork and Epidemic Control Among Health Workers in Local Government Areas of Osun State, Nigeria., Michael Segun Omole Dr. and Tajudeen Temitayo Adebayo Dr.

PATIENT RECORDS MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND EPIDEMIC CONTROL IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF OSUN STATE, NIGERIA, Michael Segun Omole Dr., Tajudeen Temitayo Adebayo, Kayode Olayiwola Adepoju Dr, Rasaq Adetona Adio, Faruk Abubakar UMAR, Michael Babatunde Adeojo, and Aliyu Wada