EQUIPPING LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE PROFESSIONALS AS AGENTS OF CHANGE THROUGH THE USE OF TELECOMMUNICATION GADGETS IN THE FIFTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

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dc.contributor.authorSA’AD, Sulaiman
dc.contributor.authorNEHEMIAH HELDA, Florence
dc.contributor.authorIBRAHIM, Sa’ad
dc.date.accessioned2025-12-24T11:53:12Z
dc.date.available2025-12-24T11:53:12Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.descriptionLibrary and Information Management Forum
dc.description.abstractThis study explores the crucial role of libraries and information science professionals as agents of change in the Fifth Industrial Revolution, emphasizing the integration of telecommunication technologies to enhance library services. The research seeks to determine how the adoption of telecommunication gadgets can empower information professionals to drive community transformation and to identify the major challenges faced in this process. Employing a survey research design and quantitative methods, the study highlights existing competency gaps among library professionals and identifies key barriers such as inadequate funding, limited training opportunities, and resistance to technological change. Findings indicate that while telecommunication gadgets possess immense potential to transform library operations and strengthen community engagement, their successful utilization depends on strategic investment in professional development and digital literacy programs. The study emphasizes that empowering both library staff and users with technological and soft skills is essential for promoting innovation, inclusivity, and knowledge sharing. Furthermore, continuous learning, institutional support, and collaborative efforts among stakeholders are critical for overcoming challenges and sustaining progress. The study concludes that equipping library and information science professionals with the necessary tools and competencies not only enhances their effectiveness as change agents but also ensures the relevance of libraries in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Ultimately, the research offers practical recommendations for leveraging technology to foster sustainable development, strengthen community ties, and position libraries as key drivers of social transformation in the era of the Fifth Industrial Revolution.
dc.identifier.issn1117-7918
dc.identifier.urihttps://kubanni.abu.edu.ng/123456789/13175
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherLibrary and Information Management Forum
dc.relation.ispartofseriesVol. 27; No. 1 & 2. 2025
dc.titleEQUIPPING LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE PROFESSIONALS AS AGENTS OF CHANGE THROUGH THE USE OF TELECOMMUNICATION GADGETS IN THE FIFTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
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