ACCESSING OF THE ROLE OF LIBRARIES IN PROMOTING INFORMATION LITERACY IN KWARA STATE COLLEGE OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY LIBRARY, OFFA, KWARA STATE
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ABSTRACT
Information literacy is a critical skill set necessary for navigating today's information-rich environment. This research paper delves into the pivotal role libraries play in promoting information literacy. Libraries have traditionally been hubs for knowledge acquisition, and in the digital age, their role has expanded to encompass digital literacy and critical evaluation of information sources. The paper explore the available library services that can promote the information literacy skill of users in Kwara State College of Health Technology library, Offa, Kwara State are User Education Programs, Access to Online Databases, Information Literacy Courses, Digital Literacy Training, Selective Dissemination of Information, Reference Service, Current Awareness Service. The study also shows the extent of usage available library services by users to promote information literacy skills. It also explores the challenges that hinder libraries in providing effective services towards promoting information literacy skills of users in Kwara State College of Health Technology library, Offa, Kwara State.
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