Awareness and Adoption of Artificial Intelligence for Effective Library Service Delivery in Academic Libraries in Kwara State Nigeria
Quadri Razaq Femi · International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews · 2024
The study examined the awareness and adoption of artificial intelligence for effective library service delivery in academic libraries in Kwara state Nigeria.This study adopts the survey design.The study population consists of 154 library staff in 6 academic libraries in Kwara state Nigeria, The study was limited to four (4) academic libraries, which are University of Ilorin, Kwara State University, Malete, Federal Polytechnic Offa and Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin.The sample size is, therefore one hundred and thirty-six (136) derived from the study's total population.The questionnaire was used as the major instrument for the study.The data collected in this study were analysed using Statistical Product for Service Solutions (SPSS).The study's findings revealed that AI is beneficial to academic libraries for effective library services and operations because it helps to eliminate repetitive and tedious task; it helps to make library services more effective and efficient to improve user satisfaction, among others.It was revealed from the findings that academic libraries in Nigeria are not ready for the integration of AI systems in library operations and services; libraries are under-equipped with ICT facilities, which is an integral part of AI to function; academic library employees have a negative attitude toward using ICT to perform library services so bring AI is not an option for now; among others.The study recommended that there should be an improved budget for library automation, procuring the technology, and training library personnel, there is a need for adequate funding for academic libraries in Nigeria, among others.