Influence of Individual Characteristics on the Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by Lecturers in Library Schools in South-East and South-South Zones of Nigeria

Abstract

The general purpose of the study is to determine the influence of individual characteristics on the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by lecturers in Library Schools in South-East and South-South zones of Nigeria. The survey research design was used for the study using questionnaire as the instrument for data collection. Three research questions were framed for the study. The study covers the entire population of 162 lecturers in Library Schools in South-East and South-South zones of Nigeria. 145 copies of the questionnaire were completed and returned for analysis representing 89.5%. The findings show that lecturers with computer skill use ICT more than those with less computer skill. Again, the findings show that lecturers with positive attitudes use ICT more than those with negative attitudes. The study recommends that both lecturers with high computer skill and less computer skill should make extensive use of ICT will enable them to have quick access to information which will help them in teaching, learning and research activities. Again, lecturers with negative attitudes to ICT should be encouraged through ICT training programme. This will make such lecturers to develop positive attitudes towards ICT and use it for their academic activities.