Availability and Utilization of Library Resou...

Availability and Utilization of Library Resources

Author Name : Mrs. Haseena Begum

ABSTRACT: A survey research was conducted find out the availability and utilization of library resources Five research objectives were formulated and five research questions were asked to guide the study. Two instrument for data collection were used. The research questions were answered using percentage frequencies and means. The main finding indicates that textbooks, newspapers, novels and magazines were the common library resources found in the school libraries. Also the students use the two library resources for the purpose of information, study and educational values. The study found that the library resources are grossly inadequate especially electronic gadgets that aid information and learning in this modern age of technology. It is recommended that management should fund library adequately so as to purchase resources and train the library staff professionally to carry out their tasks of dissemination of information to user community.