Authors:
Olatubosun Busuyi Akole, Ayotunde Omotayo Falade

Addresses:
Department of Science and Technology, Abmidele Olumilua University of Education, Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria.

Abstract:

The study investigated the influence of change and innovation on academic library use by undergraduates at Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (Bouesti). It adopted a descriptive survey design. One hundred twenty students were purposefully selected at the entrance of the university library. A well-structured questionnaire was used to collect data for this study, and the collected data were analyzed using frequency counts and percentages. The following was revealed: technological changes affect the frequency and mode of academic library usage in BOUESTI. It was also observed that innovative library services influence its usage. Some of the challenges revealed include inconsistent internet connectivity, an unfriendly interface, and a lack of knowledge about new services, among others. Strategies for navigating changes and academic library contributions to digital literacy and academic excellence were revealed. Recommendations were made based on the findings of the study.

Keywords: Research and Innovations; Academic Library; Digital Literacy; Innovative Library; Frequency Count; Descriptive Survey Design; Collaborative Spaces; Technological Developments.

Received on: 02/05/2024, Revised on: 19/07/2024, Accepted on: 13/10/2024, Published on: 07/12/2024

DOI: 10.69888/FTSTPL.2024.000332

FMDB Transactions on Sustainable Technoprise Letters, 2024 Vol. 2 No. 4, Pages: 171-178

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