Communicate: Journal of Library and Information Science

About the journal

Communicate: Journal of Library and Information Science is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the dissemination of current results from current studies in information science, communication studies, and Information technology research. With a team of highly published editors, the journal follows globally set principles to review and publish quality papers for different professional audiences. The journal is published by the Department of Library and Information Science, and publishes articles twice in a year (June and December).

Vol. 26 No. 1 (2024)

Published: 2024-06-30

Professional Competence, Library Service Quality and User Satisfaction in Colleges of Education Libraries in Lagos State, Nigeria

Ruth Onajite Owolabi, Mostura Adejoke Abdullahi, Idayat Odunola Agboola , Aderonke Ayobami Ogungbade

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Research self-efficacy as Correlates of Research Competence of Library and Information Science Postgraduate Students’ in Selected Universities in South -West, Nigeria

Anuoluwa F. Awodoyin, Adeola E. Olutoki, Monisola Adebanke Osoba

19-36

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Influence of Students’ Information Literacy Skills on the Perceived Image of Librarians in Nigerian Private Universities

Olutoyin Olukemi Oso

37-53

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Use of Mobile Devices in Academic Libraries in Nigeria: are Students Distracted?

Obianuju E. Nwafor-Orizu, Victoria O. Ezejiofor, Oluchi Ibe, Ifeyinwa Okonkwo

54-63

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Computer Self-Efficacy and Use of Cloud Computing for Personal Information Management among Undergraduate Students in a Nigerian University

S. F. Oyeleye, I. O. Agboola, O. O. Folorunsho

64-77

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Digital Literacy Skills and Use of Electronic Information Resources by LIS Undergraduates at Bayero University, Kano

Mujidat Adeola Bello, Ganiyat Abiodun Hammed

78-88

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AI-Driven Chatbots for Library Services towards Transforming Patrons’ Engagement in Nigerian University Libraries

Victor Wagwu, Angela Ebele Okpala, Charity Ezinne Maxwell, Bolaji David Oladokun

89-98

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Digital Literacy Skills and Attitude of Undergraduate Towards Use of E-Resources in Selected Universities in Ogun State, Nigeria

Oluwaseyi Esther Afolabi, Opeyemi Ebenezer Afolabi

99-114

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Factors Affecting Staff Motivation in some University Libraries in Edo and Delta States, Nigeria

Grace A. Dada

115-123

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Role of Intellectual Property System in Ensuring Access to Books

Glory O. Onoyeyan, Itunu Adeola Bamidele

124-138

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Access and Ease of Use of Open Source Library Management Software by Librarians in University Libraries in North-Central Nigeria

Abubakar Aliyu Ango, Blessing Amina Akporhonor

139-148

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Assessment of Library Information Resources Utilization by Students of College of Education Akwanga, Nasarawa State – Nigeria

Asom Faga, Paul Ogor Thomas, Dzenda Lushima

149-159

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Librarians’ Awareness of Intellectual Property Protection Rights in public universities in Southern Nigeria

Charles Ejesei Eruanga

160-170

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Undergraduates Perception and Utilization of Serial Materials in University of Delta, Agbor Library, Nigeria

Vera Ngozi Okonoko

171-180

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Computer Self-Efficacy and Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) by Library Personnel in Tertiary Institutions in Ede, Osun State, Nigeria

David Deji Kehinde , Olabode Olajide

181-194

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Perceived Usefulness and Use of Open Educational Resources among Postgraduate Students in Federal Universities in South-West, Nigeria

Adedoyin Oluwatosin Esan, Blessing Ajelomohie Ifijeh, Peter Omamode Chanomi

195-209

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Library Management and Human Development in John Harris Library, University Of Benin

Anthonia C. Eneh , Vincent C. Opara

210-221

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Exploring the awareness, use and challenges facing the integration of artificial intelligence in library services by librarians in university libraries in North-Central, Nigeria

Imoisili O. Odigie

222-229

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Influence of Plagiarism Checker Software on Plagiarism Practices among Postgraduate Students in Public Universities in Abia and Imo States

C. P. Uzuegbu , C. T. Tsenongu

230-243

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Boosting Wellness through Books: Reading Culture and Library Usage among Students at Lagos State University

Oluwaseun Adeola Abiodun-Asanre, Rasheed Olawale Azeez, Mausi Ajoviyon Bokoh

244-256

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Aesthetic Appreciation, Library Patronage, and Academic Progression in Southwest

Sirajudeen Femi Bakrin, Oluwabunmi Dorcas Bakare-Fatungase

257-269

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Awareness, Acceptance and Readiness to Use Blockchain Technology for Library Services in Academic Libraries in Nigeria

Omobolanle Seri Fasola, Adekunle Emmanuel Oyadeyi, Abiodun Olaide Iyoro

270-288

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Exploring the Strategies and Impediments Facing the Development of Community Information Centres for Rural Development in Nigeria

Kingsley N. Igwe

289-302

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Challenges facing the Use of Electronic Databases for Academic Activities by Undergraduate Students in University Libraries in Kano State

Umar Ali Haruna , Lami Umar Abdullahi , Abdullahi Yahaya

302-314

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Collaborative and partnership options for promoting health information literacy in rural communities: exploring the challenges

Oyemike Victor Benson , Charlie Obichere , Kingsley Orisakwe

315-326

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Approaches to Records Management for Community Services by Voluntary Social Clubs in Northern States, Nigeria

Abdulkarim Aliyu Bube, Zakari Mohammed , Tijjani Abubakar , Habibu Mohammed

327-346

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Participation in Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme and skills acquisition among Library and Information Science students in selected Universities in South-South, Nigeria

Comfort Linus Inyang, Eucharia Amaka Okwueze

347-355

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The Discipline of Information Studies in Nigerian Universities: Proposal for Unbundling Viable Independent Academic Programmes for the Knowledge Economy