ASSESSMENT OF THE AUTOMATION OF LIBRARY MATERIALS IN AMINU SALEH ACADEMIC LIBRARY AZARE, BAUCHI STATE
Abstract
ABSTRACT
The development of Information Communication Technology (ICTs) is gradually changing the
operations of academic libraries in the world and with the unprecedented pace of technological
changes in the development of information networks and electronic services in recent years;
automation of library services has helped to expand the role of the academic libraries. The main
objectives of this research is: to identify the level of implementation of automation of library
materials in Aminu Saleh Academic, Library Azare, Bauchi State, to find out the automation
Software Package Used in Aminu Saleh Academic, Library Azare, Bauchi State. The design for
this study was descriptive survey. Descriptive survey was appropriate as it was use to gather
information about the respondents. The total population of the study are all Librarians, library
officers and other staff of the library, totaling nine (19) while the registered users are three
hundred and fifty two (352) according to the staff list from the registry and the library of the
Polytechnic. 3. Automation has made it possible for libraries to provide more timely and accurate
services to their users. For example, automated circulation systems allow users to check out and
return books more quickly and easily, and online catalogs make it easier for users to find the
information they need. The study recommended that: The libraries should implement automation
hardware, software, and staff training. Libraries with limited budgets may struggle to allocate the
necessary funds for automation initiatives, There is the need for the libraries to corporate on areas
of ICT usage in library functions and services, such as online current awareness services,
computerized reserve routines, and online reference services.
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