Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
This study delves into the digital literacy and competencies of Library and Information Science (LIS) students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Employing a quantitative approach with a descriptive survey design, data were gathered from 68 participants via a structured questionnaire on Google Surv...
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| description | This study delves into the digital literacy and competencies of Library and Information Science (LIS) students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Employing a quantitative approach with a descriptive survey design, data were gathered from 68 participants via a structured questionnaire on Google Survey. The questionnaire, using a 4-point Likert scale, covered demographic details, digital literacy levels, perceived curriculum effectiveness, impacts of pedagogical methods, identified barriers, and suggested improvement strategies. Analysis through descriptive statistics provided understandings into the digital proficiency of LIS students. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov and Shapiro-Wilk tests were used to assess normality. The Mann-Whitney U test examines differences between independent groups since the data violate normality assumptions and inform whether to accept or reject null hypotheses based on chosen significance levels. Results highlighted the expectations for LIS students to excel in digital libraries, archiving, system software, and communication. However, varying curriculum effectiveness was noted, influenced by accreditation standards and faculty expertise. Pedagogical methods such as hands-on learning and collaborative projects were found to enhance digital competencies, despite existing barriers like funding limitations and rigid curricula. The study advocates for curriculum enhancements, innovative pedagogy, and strategic interventions to bolster digital literacy in LIS programs. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-de2925f33a024b4f8818302eb04531332025-08-20T02:16:02ZengILIN InstituteIndonesian Journal of Learning Education and Counseling2622-80682622-80762024-09-017115716910.31960/ijolec.v7i1.27502688Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University AwkaNgozi Njideka Okechukwu0Chika Jacinta Chinemerem1Nnatu Agatha Ujunwa2Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science Library, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Anambra StateNwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe, Anambra StateNnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra StateThis study delves into the digital literacy and competencies of Library and Information Science (LIS) students at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Employing a quantitative approach with a descriptive survey design, data were gathered from 68 participants via a structured questionnaire on Google Survey. The questionnaire, using a 4-point Likert scale, covered demographic details, digital literacy levels, perceived curriculum effectiveness, impacts of pedagogical methods, identified barriers, and suggested improvement strategies. Analysis through descriptive statistics provided understandings into the digital proficiency of LIS students. The Kolmogorov-Smirnov and Shapiro-Wilk tests were used to assess normality. The Mann-Whitney U test examines differences between independent groups since the data violate normality assumptions and inform whether to accept or reject null hypotheses based on chosen significance levels. Results highlighted the expectations for LIS students to excel in digital libraries, archiving, system software, and communication. However, varying curriculum effectiveness was noted, influenced by accreditation standards and faculty expertise. Pedagogical methods such as hands-on learning and collaborative projects were found to enhance digital competencies, despite existing barriers like funding limitations and rigid curricula. The study advocates for curriculum enhancements, innovative pedagogy, and strategic interventions to bolster digital literacy in LIS programs.https://journal.ilininstitute.com/index.php/IJoLEC/article/view/2750digital literacycompetencieslibraryinformation sciencestudents |
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| title | Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| title_full | Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| title_fullStr | Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| title_full_unstemmed | Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| title_short | Digital Literacy and Competencies in Library and Information Science Education Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| title_sort | digital literacy and competencies in library and information science education students in nnamdi azikiwe university awka |
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| url | https://journal.ilininstitute.com/index.php/IJoLEC/article/view/2750 |
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