Value Addition of Library and Information Services to Higher Education in Zimbabwe: A Case of Bindura University of Science Education Library

Chigwada, Josiline Phiri

doi:10.1108/s2055-364120200000026004

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“…Following the previous studies in the literature (e.g., Estrada-Hernández and Harper, 2007; Huang et al, 2020; Chikwamba, 2013; Wan, 2003), the present study showed that people with albinism use different effective or ineffective coping strategies to deal with abnormalities related to their limitations. Many participants accepted their visual impairment, acknowledging that accepting albinism as a form of disability entitles them to be aware of and demand their civil and social rights.…”

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confidence: 72%

“…In a similar vein, Bradbury-Jones et al (2018) showed that many people with albinism stubbornly strive to succeed in their studies to show that despite the limitations can be efficient and be a role model for others. Similarly, Chikwamba (2013) found that many of these people are positive-minded and, relying on their abilities, envisioned a bright and promising future for themselves. They work hard to become more courageous and ultimately achieve self-actualization.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 94%

“…Accordingly, Chikwamba (2013) found that people with albinism often face this challenge by ignoring the negative attitudes of others and ignoring it. A number of the participants in this study reported that they adopted a belligerent approach in the face of negative social feedback in such a way that they strongly guarded against those who reacted negatively and derogatively and treated them with strong physical or verbal reactions.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Identifying psychosocial challenges and introducing coping strategies for people with albinism

Varkaneh¹,

Koolaee

Sheikhi

2022

British Journal of Visual Impairment

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Albinism refers to a group of genetic disorders that, following genetic mutations, lead to impaired melanin production, resulting in skin allergies and visual impairment in affected people. Visual impairment brings not only physical limitations and challenges but also many social problems, including psychosocial challenges, leading to different experiences in the lives of these people. To this end, using a qualitative content analysis approach, the present study aimed to identify psychosocial challenges and introduce coping strategies for people with albinism living in Tehran in 2021. The participants were people with albinism aged 20 to 40 years in Tehran. The participants were selected from among members of the Iranian Albinism Association (AMAL) using purposive sampling. The data were saturated through semi-structured interviews with 20 participants in the research sample. The collected data were analyzed using conventional content analysis. Analysis of the participants’ experiences revealed three main themes: (1) The challenges and difficulties of living with albinism, (2) welfare, specialized facilities, and support seeking, and (3) strategies for coping with psychosocial challenges. According to the findings, albinism, due to its limitations, brings many bitter and painful experiences in education, job finding, and marriage for affected patients. The condition is also associated with some limitations such as visual impairment affecting various aspects of the patient’s life and different developmental periods. Each person may have different interpretations of their challenges and thus seek unique strategies for coping with the challenges. The findings of this study can have some implications for mental health professionals and managers of relevant institutions and to become aware of the nature and complications of albinism, the challenges faced by people with albinism, and the special needs of these people. Findings from this study can be used to identify the relationship between albinism, the challenges of living with albinism, and the special needs of these individuals, by mental health professionals, related institutions, and psychosocial environments.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 72%

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confidence: 94%

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Identifying psychosocial challenges and introducing coping strategies for people with albinism

Varkaneh¹,

Koolaee

Sheikhi

2022

British Journal of Visual Impairment

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“…(Kachalla, 2022). Kapasitas pustakawan di perguruan tinggi harus ditingkatkan dalam layanan teknologi, penelitian dan penggunaan sumber daya agar dapat berkontribusi lebih baik (Chigwada, 2020); (Subramanian, 2023).…”

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Identifikasi Kesiapan Unit Pelaksana Teknis Perpustakaan Universitas Sebelas Maret dalam Mendukung Akreditasi Internasional Program Studi

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Anawati,

Demartoto

2024

unilib

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Libraries need to prepare various supporting components in facing international accreditation of study programs. This research aims to identify readiness, determine the supporting and inhibiting factors of the UNS Library in supporting international accreditation of study programs. Qualitative research method with data collection using FGD, literature study, observation and interviews. Discussion: The readiness of the UNS Library to support international accreditation of study programs includes having print and electronic collections and various services, availability of regular budgets, infrastructure, quality human resources, information literacy and library promotion. Supporting factors: Strategic building location; Reading room, service hours, adequate collection of books and e-journals; Actively organizing literacy activities; Social media is available for library promotion; Library automation, library repository; Large number of human resources; and Foreign Student Services. Inhibiting factors: Not having a library programmer; Uneven competency of librarians; Lack of mastery of international languages for each staff; Lack of coordination between libraries and faculties/study programs that will receive international accreditation; Unattractive room design; Limited space for storing print collections; and Limited budget for library activities. Conclusion: There is a need for improvement, coordination of libraries and study programs, infrastructure, staff competence in dealing with international accreditation of study programs.

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Value Addition of Library and Information Services to Higher Education in Zimbabwe: A Case of Bindura University of Science Education Library

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Identifying psychosocial challenges and introducing coping strategies for people with albinism

Identifying psychosocial challenges and introducing coping strategies for people with albinism

Identifikasi Kesiapan Unit Pelaksana Teknis Perpustakaan Universitas Sebelas Maret dalam Mendukung Akreditasi Internasional Program Studi

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