ERIC Number: EJ1464309
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 21
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ISSN: ISSN-1533-290X
EISSN: EISSN-1533-2918
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Factors Influencing the Adoption of Mobile Services among Academic Librarians: Perceived Advantages and Barriers in Islamabad
Abid Hussain1; Muhammad Ismail2
Journal of Library & Information Services in Distance Learning, v18 n3-4 p90-110 2024
This study examines the factors influencing the adoption of mobile services, their advantages, and the barriers academic librarians face in Islamabad, Pakistan. The study used survey method of research using quantitative approach. After an extensive literature review, a structured questionnaire was developed to collect data from academic librarians of Islamabad, Pakistan. The findings show that most librarians perceived mobile services as a good omen for academic libraries and showed great interest. However, factors like data security measures, individual attitudes, librarians' resistance, the bombardment of extensive information, and the level of digital literacy and technical skills are a few factors influencing mobile services in academic libraries. The research emphasizes the potential advantages of mobile integrations. It suggests that adopting smartphones will foster library services, enhance accessibility and tailor strategies to promote seamless integration among academic libraries. The study reports significant findings with implications for Library and Information Science (LIS) education, policymaking, and scholarly research as well as ongoing professional development initiatives for academic librarians nationwide.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Telecommunications, Handheld Devices, Barriers, Academic Libraries, Librarians, Librarian Attitudes, Technology Integration, Library Services, Program Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Pakistan (Islamabad)
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Author Affiliations: 1Deputy Director Library, Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), Islamabad, Pakistan; 2Department of Library and Information Science, University of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan