Measuring database service use patterns as a tool for evaluating the academic networked environment: the case of the Carlos III University Library

Abstract

The processes involved in accessing information are essential to the continuous acquisition of knowledge in university environments. Hence the vital importance of studies on the use of the information resources available in academic institutions to enable them to reach their objectives, thereby contributing to the ongoing enhancement of the quality of higher education. A number of statistical techniques, including mapping techniques with multivariate analyses, are used in this paper to identify and highlight the features that characterise the use of the Carlos III University of Madrid Library's Database Access Services on the campus network from 1997 to 2000. Trends in the use of databases are evaluated and the indicators that typify tendencies and patterns by kind of user are analysed. Certain criteria on the interaction between users, new technologies and electronic information services in the academic networked environment are likewise discussed.

Knowledge-based society and emerging disciplines: a correlation of academic performance

“…Rogers and Nielsen (2017) stated that library websites and databases had become a rich source of authentic literature that not only help students save money, but also achieve academic success (LeMire et al , 2020). Increased attention is paid to supporting the development of indicators to track the evolution of academic networks and the use of various electronic information resources and services in academic libraries (Suarez-Balseiro and Sanz-Casado, 2001). Therefore, Ani et al (2015) suggested patron’s education on practical information technology training for enhancing the scholars’ technical skills in a potential database usage in universities.…”