• Shelving Of Library Material In College Libraries

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    • 1.7 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
      The study will help in identifying the problems associated with shelving of library materials and proper possible solution to these problems.
      However, there are those who stand to benefit from study, they includes among others, staff, users etc.
      1.8 METHODOLOGY
      To have a reliable research the method to be used in carrying out research work ought to be stated, thus the research is the case study of FECOLART and Imo State Polytechnic Umuagwo. The method to be used in collection of data for this project includes, use of the three methods of data capturing techniques there are:
      a. Gathering of data through visits
      b. Use of oral interview
      c. Administration of questionnaire.
      1.9 OPERATIONAL DEFINITION OF TERMS
      SHELVING: Library activity that involved placing books, documents and other information materials on the appropriate shelves.
      SHELF-READING: The act of examining books on the shelves to see that they are in correct order on the shelves.
      CIRCULATION SECTION: This section is service points designed to circulate library materials effectively.
      COLLEGE LIBRARIES: Libraries attached to institution of higher learning like college of education also referred to as academic libraries.


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    • ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This research work examined shelving of library materials in college libraries with Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo and FECOLART as comparative study. Data was collected through a combination of questionnaire and documentary sources. The questionnaire, which was the major instrument for data collection, was designed to elicit information relevant to the research questions and objectives. The data obtained were analyzed and results show that shelving of library materials were undertaken by Para-pr ... Continue reading---