Information Technology Self-Efficacy and Library Portal Use in Nigerian Universities

Authors

  • Adenike Elizabeth Ajisebutu Tai Solarin University of Education, Ogun State, Nigeria
  • Adebowale Adetayo Adeleke University, Osun State, Nigeria
  • Oyekanmi Gabriel Okediji Federal College of Education Iwo, Osun State, Nigeria
  • Augustine I. Enamudu Afe Babalola University, Ekiti State, Nigeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52562/jdle.v4i3.1273

Keywords:

Information Technology Self-Efficacy, Library Portal Services, Undergraduates, Nigeria, Digital Resources

Abstract

This descriptive cross-sectional survey aimed to investigate the relationship between information technology self-efficacy and the use of library portal services among undergraduate students in selected universities in South-West Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey used stratified sampling to select 658 undergraduates from three Nigerian universities: University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, and Babcock University. The results revealed a high level of IT self-efficacy among respondents (mean=3.48) and significant use of library portals, particularly for research needs like finding scholarly materials (mean=3.50), accessing indexing services (mean=3.43), and seeking reference assistance (mean=3.39). Library computers were the most preferred access point (mean=3.11). A strong, significant positive correlation was found between IT self-efficacy and library portal use (r=0.609, p<0.05), indicating that greater self-efficacy in using IT corresponded with higher utilization of library portals and their services. The findings highlight the importance of fostering IT skills and self-confidence among students to facilitate effective use of digital library resources.

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2024-12-23

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Ajisebutu, A. E., Adetayo, A., Okediji, O. G., & Enamudu, A. I. (2024). Information Technology Self-Efficacy and Library Portal Use in Nigerian Universities. Journal of Digital Learning and Education, 4(3), 223-236. https://doi.org/10.52562/jdle.v4i3.1273

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