ERIC Number: EJ1391204
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023-Apr
Pages: 17
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1531-2542
EISSN: EISSN-1530-7131
Outreach Programs Revitalizing the Patronage of Public Libraries in Nigeria
Adetayo, Adebowale Jeremy; Gbotoso, Arinola Oluwatoyin
portal: Libraries and the Academy, v23 n2 p231-247 Apr 2023
Patronage of public libraries in Nigeria has declined over the years and is in urgent need of revitalization. Outreach efforts would revitalize the interest of university students in the patronage of public libraries in Nigeria because they need access to resources, especially when on holidays. The study investigates the outreach programs used to revitalize the patronage of public libraries in Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was utilized in the study. The population comprised a sample of 3,457 Adeleke University undergraduates. Descriptive statistics were employed to analyze the data. The findings revealed that public libraries in Nigeria are underutilized by Adeleke University undergraduate students. This low patronage may be ascribed to poor outreach efforts, outdated technology, distance, inadequate facilities, and a poor road network. Outreach programs such as developing and producing library mobile applications, providing free internet access, virtual reality availability, hosting health talks, free streaming services, and making kinetic bikes available to charge phones can be effective in revitalizing public library patronage. As a result, the study suggests that outreach efforts be included in public library initiatives to engage younger users. This includes updating the public library's aging technology, notably by incorporating mobile applications into its operations.
Descriptors: Outreach Programs, Library Services, Public Libraries, Users (Information), Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students, Barriers, Access to Information, Library Automation, Internet, Handheld Devices, Computer Simulation, Video Technology, Computer Oriented Programs, Social Media, Health Promotion, Consumer Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Nigeria
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