Role of Academic Libraries towards Strengthening and Enhancing Effective Knowledge Management in Higher Education Institutions in Nigeria

dc.contributor.authorSuleiman, Hussaini
dc.contributor.authorSambo, Suleiman
dc.date.accessioned2023-11-21T11:23:34Z
dc.date.available2023-11-21T11:23:34Z
dc.date.issued2021-04
dc.descriptionA paper presented at the Online International Conference on Knowledge Management in Higher Education Institutions. Held at Manipal University Jaipur India in Collaboration with UVA Wellassa University, Sri Lanka. (ICKHI) 7-8th April, 2021
dc.description.abstractThe article discusses with the role of academic libraries in higher institutions in the effective management of knowledge. Four main types of knowledge are highlighted and sequenced, the paper showed that knowledge management can be achieved through a set of basic managerial functions and skills, such as interpersonal skills, information skills, and decisionˇmaking skills. It also highlighted roles required or planned to improve effective knowledge management. For example, Academic libraries need to upgrade their skills needed for technological advancement, Scribd delivery, Web 2.0, social media, and electronic library automation. Some challenges were identified such as: Power outages, network problems, lack of qualified staff and funding, etc. It concluded that academic libraries should ensure the optimal use of technology to improve the effective management of knowledge. Therefore, it was recommended, among other things, that academic libraries should provide support to supplement electricity in the event of a power outage. Provision of high-powered solar systems and generators that provide stable power. Specialized ICT personnel should be recruited to assist academic libraries in the effective management of information.
dc.identifier.urihttps://kubanni.abu.edu.ng/handle/123456789/12868
dc.language.isoen
dc.titleRole of Academic Libraries towards Strengthening and Enhancing Effective Knowledge Management in Higher Education Institutions in Nigeria
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