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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
Cataloguing and Classification Practices for Quality Services Delivery by Library Professionals in Institutions in Kwara State, Nigeria, Florence O. Ajani Ph.D, Basirat O. Amzat, Bukola O. James, and Abdulakeem Sodeeq Sulyman
Information Needs Assessment and the Usefulness of Library Electronic Resources as Sources of Critical Information, Patrick Ajibade PhD and Ndakasharwa Muchaonyerwa PhD
SOCIAL MEDIA: ACCESS TO REFERENCE SERVICES BY STUDENTS IN A UNIVERSITY LIBRARY IN SOUTH-EAST, NIGERIA, Nancy Chinenyenwa Akagha Mrs, Samuel Kelechukwu Ibenne Dr, Ifeyinwa Blessing Okoye Dr, and Ogechi Iheanacho-Kelechi Mrs
Creating Digital Archive using Dspace: A Case Study of National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), Pakistan, faheem Akbar
Toward a Theoretical Model for Scientific Information Seeking, Mirza Muhammad Akbar
Attitude as Predictor of Academic Achievement of Students in Introduction to Library Studies in Federal Colleges of Education in Southern Nigeria, Johnson Ayodeji Akerele, Akin Awoyemi, and Samuel Oke Ogunniyi PhD
Electronic Health (e-health) Literacy among Undergraduate University Students, Kalsoom Akhtar, Shazia Yusuf Dr, Samar Fahd Dr, and Imran Ajmal
MARKETING OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES IN TWO MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA, Helen Olubunmi Akinade and Adeyemi Adewale Akinola
A MATHEMATICAL MODEL FOR THE ADOPTION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN SCHOOL LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA, Helen Olubunmi Jaiyeola Akinade, Jeremiah Ademola Balogun, and Peter Adebayo Idowu
Computer Ergonomics and Computer-related Illnesses: The Experience of Library Personnel, Olaide Akinbo and Damilare Andrew Omideyi
Lecturers’ Awareness, Perception and Utilization of Institutional Repositories in Two Universities in Nigeria, Lawrence AKINGBADE
Physical Work Environment and Job Satisfaction of Library Personnel in Academic Libraries in Ogun state, Nigeria, Omolara Olufunmilayo Akinlade, Fredrick O. Ajegbomogun, and Nancy Okorie Ph.D
MENTORING TECHNIQUE: A REFLECTIVE WARNINGS ON DYSFUNCTIONAL MENTORING ON DEVELOPING LEADERS IN LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE PROFESSION, Samson Akinola
A Synopsis of Institutional Repositories in Nigerian University System: Advantages and Challenges, Samson Adesina Akinola, Dolapo P. Olagoke, and Opeyemi F. Opawale
Use of Social Media and its Perceived Implications on the Social Life of Students: A Case Study of the Students of Joseph Ayo Babalola University Ikeji – Arakeji, Nigeria, Samson Akinola and Francis Opeyemi Opawale
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS AND DIGITAL PRESERVATION PRACTICES BY LIBRARY PERSONNEL IN SOME SELECTED UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES IN SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA, Azeez Adekunle Akintonde and Olalekan Abiola Awujoola
FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION (4IR) TECHNOLOGIES AS CATALYST FOR PARTNERSHIP AND COLLABORATION AMONG LIBRARIES IN NIGERIA: A REVIEW, Amugen Sarah Akpobasah Mrs, Gloria Ngozi Mordi Mrs (CLN), Ochigbihi Prince Owoicho Mr, and Ademola Ferdinand Omosekejimi Mr (CLN)
Impact of Organizational Climate on Job Performance in Nigerian University Libraries: Perceptions of Academic Librarians, Chinwendu C. Akpom Dr, Emmanuel Chukwudi Ihekwoaba Dr, and Harriet Uche Igbo Dr
INFLUENCE OF ELECTRONIC REFERENCE ON USERS’ SATISFACTION IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES, Anulika Akpunonu
A STUDY ON THE USE OF ACADEMIC SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES (ASNSs) BY PROFESSIONAL LIBRARIANS IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN AKWA IBOM STATE, NIGERIA, Nse E. Akwang PhD, CLN
Influence of Mentoring, Job Rotation and Library Tour on Service Delivery in Academic Libraries in Imo State., Amarachi Glory Alala, Stella Chikezie Aguwa, and Miriam I. Onyegbula
User-Centered Problem-Based Learning at Learning Commons: In Search of a Unique Learning Pedagogy in Academia, Mohammed Khalid Alam and Youji Kohda
The Use of Personal Digital Archiving For Effective Learning During Pandemic Covid-19, Naufal Ahmad Rijalul Alam
Unlocking the Rusty Padlock: The Role of the Scientific Tradition of Pesantren Karanggedang on the Literacy Development in the Surrounding Village Community, Amri Mahbub Alfathon, Achmad Riyadi Alberto, and Aldila Putri Hakmi
Research on Library and Information Science Services by Pakistani Authors from 2011 to 2020, Khalid Al Fouzan, Ikram Ul Haq, Amir Latif, and Muhammad Azhar Ishaq
Community Library Services Delivery and Adult Library Education for the Aged in Rural Communities in Nigeria, Adizetu A. Ali Dr, Emmanuel Chukwudi Ihekwoaba PhD, and Chioma C. Onoh
Academic Libraries during the COVID-19 in the Higher Education Institutions: A Case of Supporting Role to an Online Academic Activities, Basharat Ali, Nazia Malik, and Rustum Ali
MEASURING INFORMATION LITERACY SKILLS OF MBBS STUDENTS, Imran Ali, Rashid Siddique, and Khurram Shahzad
Job Satisfaction among Library Professionals of Central University Libraries in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh: A Comparative Study, Kasam Ali and Nishat Fatima Prof.
IMPACT OF PUBLICITY ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES IN IFELODUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE NIGERIA, MULIKAT ALIYU
LIBRARY USAGE STATISTICS (2018-2020): A PREREQUISITE FOR EVALUATING INFORMATION SERVICE DELIVERY IN NYONG ESSIEN LIBRARY, UNIVERSITY OF UYO, NIGERIA, Daniel Aniekan Aloysius and Eno Richard Torosco
ACADEMIC INFORMATION SEEKING BEHAVIOUR OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF HISTORY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES IN NIGERIAN FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES, Chidi Amaechi Ph.D and Joseph Oluchukwu Wogu Ph.D
PRESERVATION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS: A CASE OF A PUBLIC LIBRARY WITHIN THE ACCRA METROPOLITAN AREA OF GHANA, Deborah Nyamewaah Amankwah Mrs., Albert Paa Kojo Ebi Bilson Mr., and Gloria Atisoe Ms.
30-year bibliometric analysis of digital library studies, Muhammad Muhajir Aminy
DIGITAL REPOSITORY FOR PUBLIC ARCHIVES: THE PUBLIC RECORDS AND ARCHIVES ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF GHANA IN FOCUS, Angela Berkoh Angela Berkoh, Harry Akussah Akussah, and Noah Darko-Adjei
AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION OF ICT RESOURCES INMANAGEMENT OF STUDENTS WITH SPEICAL NEEDS IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN ENUGU STATE, Calista Chinyere Aniekwe, Uzoamaka Ogwo Ph.D, and Chinedu J. Ayolugbe
UTILIZATION OF LIBRARY RESOURCES FOR ACADEMIC ACTIVENESS AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS, Mercy Ifunanya Ani PhD, David Onyeamaechi Ekeh PhD, Chuks Marcel Ezemoyih PhD, Catherine Mbana Okpara, Ogochukwu Faith Igu, Chidiebere Cordelia Ojemuyide, Ifeoma Roseline Iketaku PhD, and Pauline O. Nebo PhD
Information Literacy Skills of LIS Students in Pakistan: A study of University of Sargodha and University of the Punajab, Lahore, Bilal Anjum, Muhammad Asif Ali, and Shahzeb Mugheri Ph.D Scholar
DIGITAL RESEARCH PROFICIENCY IN INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS EMPLOYED BY SECRETARIAL STAFF AND BUSINESS TEACHERS IN DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION AND TRAINING IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS, Honesta Chidiebere Anorue, Ogenyi Ochehe, and Maureen Anayo Madu
Influence of Offline and Online Access Skills on Motivation to Access Institutional Repositories, Indah Wijaya Antasari
Challenges of The Industrial Revolution Era 1.0 to 5.0 : University Digital Library In Indoensia, Merlin Apriliyanti and Ilham M
Internet Usage for Research and Learning Among University Students in Nigeria, Oberiri Destiny Apuke and Elif Asude Tunca
Pivotal role of Information Communication Technology in Record and Archive Management, Marcus Aragabye, Oluwaseyi Awe, Mideenuhy Isiaq, Aisha Folarin, Abdullah Badmus, Shukurot Akorede, Adebukola Akinwale, and Doocivir Annune
Justification of Manual Classification of Information Resource in ICT Age in Nigeria, Marcus Oladotun Aragabye
ICT Literacy of Vocational High School Teachers of Construction and Property Engineering Expertise Program, Anas Arfandi, Panennungi T., Onesimus Sampebua’, Hamidah Suryani, and Nahriana -
Where did librarianship go in the teaching curricula of iSchools?, Muhammad Arif Dr., Miguel Baptista Nunes Prof., and Saima Kanwal Dr.
Utilisation of Library information resources by Undergraduates of Public University in Ogun State, Rahman Olorunleke Arowolo, B.A. Ajiboye, and Samuel Kolawole Adio
ASSESSING INFORMATION-SEEKING BEHAVIOUR OF VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS USING WILSON’S MODEL OF INFORMATION BEHAVIOUR IN FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (SPECIAL), OYO, Taiwo Mujidat Arowosaye and Olubunmi D. Bakare Dr.
AWARENESS AND RELEVANCE OF INFOPRENEURSHIP AMONG LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES (LIS) PRINCE ABUBAKAR AUDU UNIVERSITY, ANYIGBA, KOGI STATE NIGERIA, Olutayo Arowosola, Musa Kashim, Lamidi Blessimg Oyizea, Ochai Joseph, and Adam Hussena
Awareness, Accessibility and Use of Electronic Information Resources by Students of Public Polytechnics in Lagos State, Nigeria, Omonike Atinuke AROWOSOLA Mrs, Azeez Adebamgbola ADEOYE, Lauretta Nnebuogor OJEI Mrs., and Mutiat Yewande SALVADOR Miss.
The tracking of paper usage data versus citation counts for Library Philosophy and Practice, Rumiye Arslan, Keziban Orbay, and Metin Orbay
Business Information Needs of Culinary Entrepreneurs in Wonopringgo Village, Pekalongan, Central Java, Azra Arumaisha and Taufik Asmiyanto
SOCIAL INCLUSION LIBRARY PROMOTION STRATEGY THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA, Andi Asari, Djoko Saryono, Nora Lina Mohd Hussain, and Robby Asyari
Designing a model to measure information intelligence based on the Indices and measures, Asefeh Asemi, Vahid Aghakishizadeh, Ahmad Shabani, Adeleh Asemi, and Andrea Ko
Electronic Information Resources Use, Quality Reference Service Delivery And Academic Performance Of Final Year Students In Colleges Of Education In Lagos State, Nigeria, Bolanle Badirat Ashiru, Adegbore Muritala, Olalekan Abiola Awujoola, and Oyinola Oluwaseun Bayowa
Online Information Searching Techniques: An Investigation from Library Science Professionals, MUHAMMAD ASIF and Shakeel Ahmad Khan
Adopting Green Practices: Challenges for University Libraries of Pakistan, Muhammad Asim and Pervaiz Ahmad Prof. Dr.
Adoption of Green Practices in University Libraries of Pakistan: A Qualitative Study, Muhammad Asim and Pervaiz Ahmad Prof. Dr.
Community Libraries in the Capital of Pakistan: current status, issues, and perspectives, Muhammad Asim, Dr. Amjid Khan, and Sheikh Muhammad Arshad
LIBRARY RESOURCES ACCESSIBILITY AND ICT ADEPTNESS: CASE STUDY OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE LIBRARY., Luqman Ayanlola Atanda and Cecilia Oyebola Olafimihan
ISSN Registration Services in Indonesia: Problems and Solutions, Dwi Ridho Aulianto
Understanding the Usage of Anti-Plagiarism Software: Lessons from Malaysian Communities, Shipra Awasthi, Muhamad Ikhwan Mohd Zain, and Shiva Kanaujia Sukula
Bibliometric Analysis On Human Resource Management In The Library Based On SCOPUS Platform From 1969-2021, Lallawm awmi, Lalngai zuali, and Lalduh zuali
Job Satisfaction and Work Motivation as Correlates of Career Commitment of Librarians in Universities in South-west, Nigeria, Olubunmi Olawumi Awoyemi Dr.
Control Mechanism And Punishment Strategies As Correlates Of Deviant Behaviour Reduction Among Undergraduates In Public University Libraries In South-West, Nigeria, Olalekan Abiola awujoola and oyinola Oluwaseun Bayowa
Implementation of Virtual Library in Nigeria: Issues and Way Forward, Daniel Samuel Ayele Mr.
Students’ Perspective on Effectiveness of Electronic Resources and Conventional Textbook Materials in Promoting Learning in Isa Mustapha Agwai I Polytechnic (IMAP), Lafia., Daniel Samuel Ayele (CLN)
Creating Community of Young Readers during Covid-19 Lockdown: A Comprehensive Study of a Digital Reading Platform: Storyweaver, Shaveta Azad and Rupak Chakravarty Prof.
Connecting the Dots: Relation Mapping using Literature Connector and Network Visualization, Shaveta Azad, Priyanka ., Atasi Sinhababu, and Rupak Chakravarty
Impact and Challenges of Open Learning on Library and Information Science Community with special reference to MOOCs, Fazia Azhar and Babita Jaiswal
Challenges Faced by Library Professionals Regarding Adoption and Uses of KOHA: A Study of Dr.Mahmud Husain Library University of Karachi, Pakistan, Kulsoom Azhar and Rafat Parveen Siddiqui
Challenges Faced by Library Professionals Regarding Adoption and Uses of KOHA: A Study of Dr. Mahmud Husain Library University of Karachi, Pakistan, Kulsoom Azhar and Rafat Parveen Siddiqui
The Relevance of the Five New Laws of Librarianship to the Development of Mosque Libraries in Indonesia, Ahmad Amir Aziz
Extent of Involvement of Planning and Coordination Practices For Conflict Management in College Of Education Libraries in South-East and South-South Nigeria, Chioma Azubuike,
Use of Electronic Resources in Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools in Enugu State during COVID 19 Era: How Effective?, Elizabeth Titilope Babarinde, David Abobi Agbo, and Victoria Olayemi Fagbemi
Correlations between Work Environment, Affective, Normative, and Continuance Commitments of Library Personnel in Public University Libraries in South-West Nigeria, Ogunbanjo Babatunde, Solomon Olusegun Awonus, and Ifedamola Olaniy
ICT Competence and Attitude among Faculty members related Review of Literature from the period 2012-2021, M M. Bachalapur Dr. and Manjunatha S
Investigating perceived digital literacy skills of master students: A case study at the University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Fahimeh Baghernejad-Javid and Saeideh Valizadeh-Haghi
Digital Literacy and Increased Utilization of Higher Education E-Learning in Indonesia : A Literature Review, Heri Cahyo bagus, Ilham M, Merlin Apriliyanti, and Muhammad Yazid
Status of Customer Relationship Management Activities in University Libraries of Pakistan, Mir Bahader
Library Leaders’ Attitude towards User Care in University Libraries of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Islamabad, Mir Bahader, Muhammad Asif Naveed, Rahim Jan, Tahir Jan, and Muhammad Hussain
INFLUENCE OF ICT USE ON SMEs PERFORMANCE IN NORTH-CENTRAL GEO-POLITICAL ZONE NIGERIA, Olatunji Azeez Bakare Mr., Ezinwanyi Madukoma PhD, and Musa Yila Umar Mr
Islamic Scholarly Publishing and a Comparative Analysis of Religious Publications in the National Bibliography of Nigeria, Sirajudeen Bakrin and Sirajudeen Femi Bakrin
Role of Academic Libraries in the age of MOOCs in India, Dr.P.Balasubramanian Subramanian Bala subramanian and Divina Rosiline D’silva Divina
Influence of Public Library on Human Development concerning Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu, India, Dr.P.Balasubramanian Subramanian Bala subramanian and P Shahnaz Shahnaz
Preferred Strategies and Use of Electronic Information Resources among the Academic Community: A Case Study, Dr.P.Balasubramanian Subramanian Bala subramanian and Jegan M. S Jegan
Job Satisfaction among the Library Professionals of Engineering Colleges in South Tamil Nadu, Dr.P.Balasubramanian Subramanian Bala subramanian and P Viji Viji
Usage of Electronic Resources by the Faculty Members of Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore: A Study, Jeyapragash Balasubramani, Muthuraj Anbalagan, and Prabhu R
Assessment of Information Literacy and Fake News Identification of Benguet State University Freshmen: Implications for Library Literacy Program, Daniel Jr Balbin
Social Media Mediated Library Services during Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Lockdown: A Case of University of Zambia Library, Boniface Banda Mr. and Pailet Chewe Mr.
The Creation of Primary Sources Digital Collections in an Academic Library, Keren Barner
COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT POLICY FOR E-RESOURCES, Santana Baruah and Dr. Anupam Chanda
CUSTODIAN OF THE JEWISH HISTORY & HERITAGE: AN ACCOUNT OF NATIONAL LIBRARY OF ISRAEL, Qurat ul Ain ul Ain Bashir Dr
Library Services and Challenges in State and Private university libraries of Gujarat: A Comparative Study, Somnath Ganeshnath Bava
Knowledge Management in Organizations: Gateway to Sustainable Competitive Performance, Roseline Bawack
Modern and Information Services of an Academic Library: An Overview, Bala Sankar B and Bala Sankar B
INFORMATION LITERACY AND ICT SKILLS OF LIBRARY STAFF IN SOME SELECTED FEDERAL POLYTECHNICS IN NIGERIA, LATEEF Alhaji BELLO
Self-Concept as a Predictor of Librarians' Commitment in University Libraries in Southern Nigeria., Ezeudu Benedicta
Revolutionary changes in librarianship and the need for strategic planning for sustainable transformation of academic libraries, Oyemike Victor BENSON, Ph.D; Obiageli F. MBAJIORGU; BLESSING N. EMUCHAY; and Uju Rosemary EWEAMA