Library Science

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    Designing for Engagement: Exploring Undergraduate Preferences and Use of Digital Library Resources through a User-Centered Design Lens
    (New Review of Academic Librarianship, 2026) Segun-Adeniran, Chidi D.; ALEGBELEYE, Bunmi Gabriel; Owolabi, Ruth; Olayinka, Buraimo
    Digital library resources (DLRs) are essential for academic excellence and improved research output, particularly in Nigerian universities with limited physical resources. This study examined how user preferences influence DLR usage by undergraduates in private universities in South-West Nigeria, using the User-Centered Design (UCD) theory. Key indicators considered were access methods, content formats, interface design, interaction modes, and personalization. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and data were collected from 343 students selected through multistage sampling. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis. Findings revealed DLRs were mainly used for assignments, term papers, and research. A significant positive relationship exists between user preferences and DLR utilization, showing the need for libraries to customize platforms for accessibility and satisfaction. Aligning DLR design with user preferences is crucial for optimizing academic outcomes in Nigerian private universities
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    The impact of information quality on undergraduate engagement with digital library resources in private universities in Southwest Nigeria
    (Journal of Information, Communication and Media Research, 2025) Segun-Adeniran, Chidi D.; Alegbeleye, Bunmi Gabriel; Owolabi, Ruth
    This study investigated the influence of information quality on the use of digital library resources by undergraduates in private universities in Southwest, Nigeria. Data were obtained through a structured questionnaire administered to 396 undergraduates, selected using a multistage sampling technique. Descriptive and inferential statistics were employed to analyze the data. The findings revealed that the overall information quality of digital library resources was rated high (x̅ = 2.54). However, while students affirmed their value, limitations in conciseness indicated a need for improved structuring to enhance readability and comprehension. Findings further showed that information quality (β = 0.593, t = 13.600, p < 0.05) had a strong positive and significant effect on the use of digital library resources. This underscores that improvements in information quality are directly linked to increased utilization and student engagement. The study concludes that sustained use of digital library resources depends not only on their availability but also on the clarity and organization of content. It recommends that universities strengthen conciseness and usability through improved structuring and summarization strategies to maximize their role in supporting students’ learning and academic performance.