National Network for Enhancing Research, Teaching, and Delivery Services among Library and Information Science Schools (LIS) in Nigeria: A Proposed Model

Abstract

Abundant literature and researches have indicated quite numerous challenges undermining library schools in Nigeria. Such include inadequate funding, poor state of teaching and research laboratories, inadequate faculty members' due to poor remuneration resulting to brain drain, lack of serious collaboration among the schools, low ICT skills leading to low compliance among faculty members etc. In order to minimize the aforementioned problems, this paper is designed with the sole aim at proposing outstanding network conceptual model for action among LIS schools in Nigeria, it discusses]\ the structure and operational procedures for the smooth operations of the scheme. The paper further identified Problems associated with the scheme, and measures on how to address the impediments identified were equally proposed. It concluded by further recommending measures on how this viable project could be attained and sustained for better future prospects.

Model for integration of information and communication technologies in resource sharing practices for enhanced service delivery in academic libraries in southeast Nigeria

“…The present study was conducted to develop a model for integration of ICTs in resource sharing practices for enhanced service delivery in academic libraries in southeast Nigeria. There are several models connected to resource sharing as discussed in the literature review: Kaul (2001), Mohammed (2017), Sharif (2006) and Makintami and Hamid (2019). However, the current study hopes to co-opt the Kaul’s (2001) model of inter-linking between national and international institute/university and organization in the field of environmental studies.…”

“…The central node disseminates the information to regional level members. Mohammed (2017) developed a network model for Nigerian LIS schools in Figure 2, ensuring efficient information dissemination at all levels. The model includes uniform fees, 40% donor agency interventions, fully equipped institutions, independent institutions and electronic publication sharing.…”