User Expectations and Innovative Strategies for Improved Patronage in University Libraries in Nigeria

Abstract

Users of university libraries in this modern age demand quick and alternative means of accessing current information resources for teaching, learning and research. University libraries need to re-strategise their policies and apply innovative strategies for improved patronage. This study aimed to identify user’s expectations, which when applied will improve library patronage. The  descriptive survey research was adopted for the research using the instruments of  questionnaire and structured . Two hundred and twenty practising librarians across twelve university libraries in Nigeria constituted the population. The responses of 201 librarians (89%) were received and used for analysis. Read more . . .