Library services for students with visual impairment in selected universities in Nigeria

Abstract

This study explored library services for students with visual impairment in Nigerian universities. The study had four objectives. Survey designs were employed on a census of 341 students from six federal universities. Data collection from students was through a questionnaire. Twentyfour librarians were purposively selected from
the universities, and interviews were used for data collection. Data from the questionnaire were analysed using frequency counts and percentages while the data from the interviews were transcribed, coded, sorted, with relevant themes identified. The findings showed that library policy and technical and personnel factors affect library services delivery to students with visual impairment. The study recommended amongst others that university libraries should conduct user-satisfaction studies regularly to ensure that their services meet clients’ expectations.

Keywords: Library services, Nigeria, Universities, Visually impaired students