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Nigerbiblios
Volume 24, No. 1 & 2 Jan. - Dec. 2016

Pages 100-108

Harnessing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for 21st Century Library Education in Nigeria

Ifeka E. Okeke (Ph.D), Efe Francis Ejedafiru

Abstract

A basic understanding of ICT in library school is vital in keeping abreast of rapidly changing information society. This review examined the status of ICT in library schools, integration efforts of ICT in library schools, benefits of ICT, challenges of ICT integration. The paper recommended among others the need to review the curricular of library schools to incorporate ICT: and also the urgent need for policy development by the government which will create an enabling environment for all stockholders in building critical mass of ICT proficiency and competencies. There is the need for strategic and specialized ICT skills among academic staff of library schools in order to enhance their optimum productivity.

Keyword(s)

ICT, Library Schools, Nigerian: 21st Century

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