Assessment of Library Use by the Lecturers of College of Education Akwanga

Abstract

Research libraries support research process by collecting, preserving and making available an array of information resources relevant to their research community. The study surveyed academicians in the College of Education Akwanga Library to identify the role the College Library play in their research process. A random sampling technique was used to sample 80 lecturers and administered the questionnaire. A total of 54 questionnaires were collected and analyzed using percentage. The finding revealed amongst other things that, lecturers of College of education rarely visit the library for their research work. Recommendation for the proactive use of the Internet by the Library to facilitate access to current and relevant information for the research activities of the lecturers was recommended.