Contribution of Tanzania Universities and Research Libraries in Academic Resources Development: The Case of Selected Academic Libraries in Dodoma, Tanzania.

Bitumbiko, Renata Symphorian (2023) Contribution of Tanzania Universities and Research Libraries in Academic Resources Development: The Case of Selected Academic Libraries in Dodoma, Tanzania. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

The study assessed the contribution of Tanzania Universities and Research Libraries in Academic Resources Development. The general objective of the study was to assess contribution of Consortium of Tanzania Universities and Research Libraries (COTUL) to academic library resources development with reference to selected Universities in Dodoma Region, Tanzania. The study specifically identified role played by COTUL to academic libraries, analysed ways in which COTUL works/cooperate with academic institutions, assessed views on relevancy and benefits of COTUL’S products and services in meeting users’ needs and identified challenges that have been encountered in utilization of e-resources provided by COTUL. The study employed a case study design. The study area was Dodoma Region in Tanzania and the population under this study included library directors, library stuff, academic researchers and post graduate students. The researcher selected the sample of two hundred from the whole population. Questionnaires and interviews were applied to collect data. Primary and secondary data were collected and analysed using SPSS and descriptive statistics such as frequency distributions and percentages in examining and analysing collected data. The study employed 145 respondents from CBE, UDOM, IRDP and IFM. The study revealed that, COTUL plays a big role in the development of e-resources to academic Universities and research libraries. The researcher recommended enhancement of ICT programs so as to make sure that students have adequate knowledge in accessing e-resources materials and training of library users concerning subscribed databases. Keywords: Universities and Research Libraries, Academic Resources Development, COTUL, Resource Sharing TABLE OF CONTENTS

Item Type: Thesis (Masters)
Subjects: 000 Computer science, information & general works > 020 Library & information sciences
Divisions: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences > Department of Journalism and Media Studies
Depositing User: Mr Habibu Kazimzuri
Date Deposited: 21 Oct 2024 14:40
Last Modified: 21 Oct 2024 14:40
URI: http://repository.out.ac.tz/id/eprint/4297

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