Digital Competencies of Cataloguers for Organization of Information Resources in Ramat Library University Maiduguri Borno State
Fatima, U. F.; Aliyu, S. Y.; Umar, A. (2025).
Journal of Library and Information Management, Technology & Education , 2 (2), 23-39.
ABSTRACT

Background: This study explores the digital competencies of cataloguers in organizing information resources at Ramat Library, University of Maiduguri, as well as the challenges faced during the process.

Methodology: A quantitative research approach using a survey design was adopted. Self-designed questionnaires were distributed to all nine cataloguers at Ramat Library, employing total enumeration sampling due to the manageable population size. Only eight questionnaires were returned and analysed. Data was processed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), with frequency counts, mean scores, and standard deviation applied for analysis. Results were presented in tables.

Findings/Results: Findings revealed that most respondents had low digital competency levels in organizing information resources. While the majority of identified resources were being catalogued, inadequate funding, insufficient training, and unreliable power supply were key obstacles hindering effective cataloguing and organization.

Implications: The study highlights the need for enhanced digital skills development and improved infrastructure to optimize information resource management in academic libraries.

Conclusion: The cataloguers’ limited digital competencies and institutional challenges significantly impede efficient information organization at Ramat Library.

Recommendations: Periodic training and workshops should be provided to enhance cataloguers’ digital skills. Additionally, adequate funding should be allocated to procure necessary facilities and address power supply issues.

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Fatima, U. F.; Aliyu, S. Y.; Umar, A. (2025). Digital Competencies of Cataloguers for Organization of Information Resources in Ramat Library University Maiduguri Borno State. Journal of Library and Information Management, Technology & Education , 2(2), 23-39. https://www.jolimate.com/unimaidlis/published/10688567.pdf

Fatima Umar Faruq; Aliyu Shehu Yakubu; Umar Abba 2025. "Digital Competencies of Cataloguers for Organization of Information Resources in Ramat Library University Maiduguri Borno State". Journal of Library and Information Management, Technology & Education , Accessed April 4, 2025. 2(2),23-39. https://www.jolimate.com/unimaidlis/published/10688567.pdf

Fatima, U. F.; Aliyu, S. Y.; Umar, A. (2025). Digital Competencies of Cataloguers for Organization of Information Resources in Ramat Library University Maiduguri Borno State. Journal of Library and Information Management, Technology & Education , 2(2),23-39. https://www.jolimate.com/unimaidlis/published/10688567.pdf

Fatima Umar Faruq; Aliyu Shehu Yakubu; Umar Abba. "Digital Competencies of Cataloguers for Organization of Information Resources in Ramat Library University Maiduguri Borno State". Journal of Library and Information Management, Technology & Education , Vol. 2 No. 2,2025. pp. 23-39. https://www.jolimate.com/unimaidlis/published/10688567.pdf


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