Adebowale Jeremy Adetayo

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• Ph.D in Library and Information Science
• Teaching Staff at Adeleke University

The rapid adoption of AI in academic writing, particularly with tools like ChatGPT, has raised significant concerns regarding the accuracy of generated content. This study explores the phenomenon of "hallucitation" in scientific writing, where AI models fabricate citations, analyzing responses from ChatGPT versions 3.5 and 4o in the context of libr...

Librarianship is a profession guided by ethical principles that prioritize access to information and the protection of intellectual freedom. These principles can provide a framework for understanding how society should respond to legal judgments, particularly those that result in societal division. One such example is the 1973 landmark judgment in...

The purpose of this chapter is to investigate students' satisfaction with the usage of short video platforms by libraries for marketing library services. A descriptive survey research design was employed, and the sample consisted of 245 {Anonymized} students. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. Findings indicated that while studen...

This descriptive cross-sectional survey aimed to investigate the relationship between information technology self-efficacy and the use of library portal services among undergraduate students in selected universities in South-West Nigeria. A cross-sectional survey used stratified sampling to select 658 undergraduates from three Nigerian universities...

This study examined mentoring relationships within the Department of Library and Information Science at Tai Solarin University of Education in Nigeria. A descriptive survey design, incorporating questionnaires and interviews, was utilized to gather data. The study population consisted of 500 undergraduate students at the 300 and 400 levels, along w...

This chapter investigates the influence of AI-powered chatbots, specifically ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot, on library services. It examines their transformative role in user engagement, information access, and the future of librarianship. The study evaluates the unique capabilities of each chatbot, from ChatGPT's content generation to Gemini's enga...

This study investigated the awareness, utilization, and challenges associated with Open Access electronic journals among librarians in selected university libraries in Ogun State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was employed, and data were collected through a self-developed questionnaire administered to 95 professional librarians. The...

This article aims to explore the potential threat posed by AI chatbots to librarianship and advocate for a balanced approach to integrating AI while upholding human contributions.The chapter examines the evolving roles of librarians, chatbot capabilities and limitations, impacts from library professionals, and the irreplaceable value of librarians....

This study sought to investigate the influence of news media trust on climate change mitigation support among students. Of the 688 participants surveyed, the findings reveal that students generally trust both local and international news sources for climate change information, with international outlets like CNN and BBC being the most trusted. The...

This study investigated the level of career management practices and job performance among library personnel in university libraries in south-west Nigeria. The study adopted a correlational survey research design. Data was collected from 433 respondents using a questionnaire. The results showed a moderate level of career management practices, with...

Purpose The purpose of this study is to evaluate the perceived usefulness and satisfaction levels of undergraduate students with respect to university library portal services, specifically within selected universities in South-West Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach A descriptive survey research design was used to investigate the perceived usefu...

This study explored user perspectives on library design elements, amenities, and services that can potentially enhance the reading experience. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire with 537 students. The majority of respondents (86.8%) reported enjoying reading in library environments. Regarding design aspects, having an int...

This study aims to investigate the factors influencing non-enrollment in LIS programs among university students. A survey was administered to 537 students to assess their opinions on librarians, reasons for not pursuing library and information science programs, and perspectives on the importance of university libraries. Results indicate highly favo...

This study investigates the knowledge and use of MOOCs for teaching among Library and Information Science educators in Nigerian Higher Educational Institutions. A cross-sectional survey of 85 LIS educators across Nigerian universities was conducted. The findings reveal a moderate level of conceptual familiarity with MOOCs but limited applied knowle...

This chapter investigated the use of social media for dating purposes and the experiences of sexual harassment among Nigerian students. A descriptive survey was conducted with 303 student participants, and the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that 30.4% of respondents were currently in a dating relationship, wi...

As Africa's largest economy, Nigeria grapples with systemic challenges including exchange rate volatilities, rising inequality and pervasive poverty constraining inclusive growth. This paper explores the overlooked potential of public libraries to address these multidimensional issues through their expansive reach, accessibility and community trust...

This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate university students' library engagement, emphasizing preferences, motivations, and reading habits, with an additional focus on gender dynamics. A total of 373 participants were involved in the research, and data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used...

Nigeria faces a major poverty crisis with more than half of the population living in extreme poverty. This conceptual paper delves into the critical issues surrounding the rights of the poor in Nigeria especially in regard their access to media, freedom of expression, and the broader implications for social justice and poverty alleviation. The cent...

This descriptive survey research design aimed to explore gender differences in the impact of social media distractions during reading in the library among undergraduate students. The study included a total of 373 participants who were regular library users and had access to social media platforms. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data...

Purpose This study investigates the transformative role of Sora in education and libraries. This study aims to explore Sora’s capabilities and potential implications for enhancing learning experiences and enriching library resources. Design/methodology/approach Using an exploratory approach, this paper analyzes Sora’s functionalities, focusing on...

Purpose This paper aims to explore the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) image generators, specifically MidJourney and DALL-E, on education and library services. The study aims to understand how these tools can revolutionize learning experiences and library resources while also addressing the ethical considerations surrounding their...

The study examined the influence of psychosocial work environment on the research productivity of librarians in universities in southwestern Nigeria. A descriptive survey research approach was utilised in the study. The population consisted of 363 librarians from all of southwestern Nigeria's university libraries. Data was analysed using descriptiv...

Purpose This study aims to explore the collaborative potential of Microsoft Copilot and Anthropic Claude AI as an assistive technology in education and library services. The research delves into technical architectures and various use cases for both tools, proposing integration strategies within educational and library environments. The paper also...

This study explores the role of academic libraries in shaping peer pressure among Nigerian undergraduate students. Using a cross-sectional research design, data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. Of the 537 students surveyed, the findings reveal that male students a...

Background of the study: This study explores financial behaviors and information sources among off-campus university students, emphasizing challenges in using library materials for financial literacy. Purpose: The research aims to comprehensively understand the financial landscape of off-campus university students, identifying key behaviors, inform...

The cross-sectional study explores the reasons behind students’ avoidance of library reading. Of the 164 participants, the research uncovers a complex interplay between personal preferences, environmental influences, and social dynamics that shape reading behaviors. Contrary to expectations, students express a preference for classrooms settings and...

This research explored how gamification addresses cataloguing and classification education difficulties in Nigeria. It illustrates how library schools may utilize gamification to improve students' teaching and learning experiences using technology. A comprehensive review of the literature was carried out. Literature discoveries were then utilized t...

Purpose This research aims to explore the integration of Bing Chat, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered conversational assistant, into academic libraries and its potential impact on reference services. Design/methodology/approach This study analyzes existing literature to investigate the integration of Bing Chat in academic libraries. This res...

The paper explores if cataloguing and classification (CAT/CLASS) can be learnt on popular MOOC platforms and what can be done if nonexistent. Different MOOC platforms were explored with a concentration on EdX and Coursera. Literature on MOOCs was examined, and findings were reported. It was observed that some library science courses are available o...

The present study aimed to investigate the impact of academic social media utilization on the volume of research output by librarians working in the southwestern region of Nigeria. This investigation adopted a descriptive survey research design and a sample of 363 librarians employed in university libraries located in the southwestern region of Nig...

This study aimed to explore the technology usage of off-campus undergraduate students for library social media engagement. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 245 off-campus university students at Adeleke University. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square analysi...

Purpose This paper aims to explore the ethical dilemmas faced by records administrators concerning political impartiality by examining the case of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) in the USA, which has faced reputational challenges due to perceived political bias. Design/methodology/approach This paper proposes a phronetic a...

Purpose This paper aims to explore the transformative potential of Google Bard, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot, in reshaping contemporary library reference services and advancing information literacy. Design/methodology/approach In this perspective piece, a qualitative research approach is used to explore the capabilities of Googl...

This study investigates the role of academic libraries in fostering friendships among students. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data in a cross-sectional research design, which was then analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results show that although the library may not be the primary location where students make...

The purpose of this chapter was to gain a deeper understanding of the paradoxes surrounding time travel, and to explore how students view libraries as a source of knowledge for both the past and the future. A survey research design was adopted, and the results were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Of the 384 surveyed, the findings revealed th...

This study analyzed data from 1009 participants to examine the relationship between information sources on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and beliefs in a supreme being. Results revealed a significant correlation between JWST information sources and changes in belief. Facebook, church/mosque, and religious leaders were identified as influent...

This study examined the relationship between information sources and support for climate change mitigation among undergraduates at Adeleke University. A simple random sampling technique was used to survey the students anonymously. Data analysis involved descriptive and inferential statistics. Results showed that a majority of the 688 participants e...

This study sought to examine the influence of JWST information sources on change in belief in a supreme being. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Of the 1009 participants surveyed, 46.7 % would be happy if JWST discovered alien life in space, while 44.9 % would be afraid. JWST information sources have a significant inf...

Nigeria has been facing a severe economic crisis, which has led to a sharp increase in poverty rates. The rising cost of essential commodities has further compounded the problem, making it increasingly difficult for citizens to sustain their livelihoods. In light of these challenges, librarians can play a critical role in ensuring that citizens are...

The research aimed to explore the perspectives of students toward the utilization of ChatGPT, its potential benefits and disadvantages over traditional reference librarians. The study employed a descriptive survey research methodology and analyzed the data collected through descriptive and inferential statistics. Out of the 54 students at Adeleke U...

This study examined the relationship between social media (SN) use, work environment (WE), and research output among lecturers in private universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. A survey research design was utilized, with a sample population of 621 lecturers from management & social science and natural & applied science in all private universities in...

The study sought to examine the influence of leadership styles and staff motivation on job satisfaction in private university libraries in Osun State, Nigeria. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that leadership styles and Staff motivation are pr...

The world has witnessed several viral outbreaks in recent years such as the covid-19 pandemic, monkeypox and tomato flu. These have caused a devastating effect on the communities that experience the outbreaks. As a result of these, being informed about diseases has become critical to preventing and curbing the spread of the diseases in communities,...

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between news sources and climate change attitudes among students at Adeleke University and its implications on libraries. The study utilized a descriptive survey design with a questionnaire to collect data from 688 respondents. The majority of the participants showed an unconcerned attitude towards c...

Patronage of public libraries in Nigeria has declined over the years and is in urgent need of revitalization. Outreach efforts would revitalize the interest of university students in the patronage of public libraries in Nigeria because they need access to resources, especially when on holidays. The study investigates the outreach programs used to r...

Purpose The study aims to investigate the potential of artificial intelligence chatbots in academic libraries along with the dangers associated with the technology. Design/methodology/approach Literature were sourced from Google scholar and Scopus database-indexed journals to assess the potentials and drawbacks of using ChatGPT (generative pretrai...

The study investigates the impact of post-COVID-19 pandemic on library users' education course, specifically on examinations and survey practices upon the resumption of on-campus instruction. A descriptive survey research design was employed with 384 students from Adeleke University responding to the survey. Descriptive statistics were used to anal...

The study examined if students would prefer robots to human librarians in the delivery of library services. The study used a descriptive survey research design. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Of the 1009 students surveyed, findings indicated that most students would prefer human librarians to robots in the delivery of library serv...

Purpose This study aims to examine if students would patronize metaverse academic library (MAL) if it becomes available in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach This study used a descriptive survey research design. The population was made up of 1,037 undergraduate in Adeleke University. Descriptive statistic was used to analyse data. Findings Find...

The study investigated whether students would prefer mobile instant messaging versus in-person enquiries for reference queries post-COVID-19. A descriptive survey research design was utilized in the study. The population consisted of 245 Adeleke University undergraduates that partook in library orientation programme. A descriptive statistic was emp...

This study sought to investigate the relationship between climate change information sources, fact-checking, and attitude among students at Adeleke University. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study using a questionnaire. The data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The majority of the 688 survey respondents h...

This study examined the influence of physical work environment on the research productivity of librarians in universities in southwestern Nigeria. The author surveyed a population of 312 librarians from university libraries in the region. The results indicated that the librarians’ research productivity was significantly influenced by their surround...

The study investigated the willingness of students to remotely tune into podcast programmes aired by libraries and the associated challenges. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. The sample included 245 Adeleke University undergraduates. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. Findings indicated that most patrons rar...

This article explores how swarm intelligence (SI) addresses academic library team limitations, amplifies library teams' intelligence, and facilitates better library service decisions. It demonstrates how libraries can use SI to harness the diverse perspectives that individual personnel bring to groups and facilitate convergence upon decisions. A th...

The study examined the influence of mentoring support on the research productivity of librarians in universities in southwestern Nigeria. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. The population consisted of 363 librarians from all of the university libraries in southwestern Nigeria. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used t...

This research sought to investigate the roles of libraries during and after wars, as well as Nigerian students’ support for sanctions against nations that start wars. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Of the 295 survey respondents, 73.9% supported sanctions, either strongly or partially, on nations that start wars anywhere in the wor...

The study examined the influence of social media use on research output and visibility of librarians in university libraries in southwestern, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research approach was utilised in the study. The population consisted of 363 librarians from all of southwestern Nigeria’s university libraries. Data were analysed using descript...

The study investigates if physical libraries are popular for research by students in the internet age post COVID-19. The study used a descriptive survey research design. The population consisted of 3457 Adeleke University undergraduates. Descriptive statistic was used to analyze data. The findings suggested that physical libraries are increasingly...

This research sought to investigate the roles of libraries in preventing wars, as well as students' sources of war information, trust and the likelihood of future world war. A descriptive survey design was used in the investigation. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Of the 295 survey respondents, Instagram was found as the most prefe...

This study examined the influence of information-seeking behavior on library services used by the disabled in Federal universities in South-west, Nigeria. Survey research design was adopted for the study. The population comprises 302 disabled students in Federal universities in South-west, Nigeria. Total enumeration technique was used. A questionna...

Public libraries are increasingly becoming affected by invasive and disruptive technology, changing customer requirements, and other information sources that provide comparable library services. The dilemma of public libraries is clear, as seen by falling government financing and patronage. In order to maintain their position in the face of intense...

This study sought to examine the relationship between virtual learning and library usage among students in Adeleke University. A total enumeration technique was adopted for sampling. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Of the 903 participants surveyed, 75.3% always attended the virtual lecture. 30.7% use the library two...

This study sought to examine the relationship between religious sources of COVID-19 Vaccine information, Authentication and Vaccination acceptance among students in selected universities in Nigeria. A simple random technique was adopted for sampling. An anonymous survey was conducted online among Nigeria students in selected universities. Data were...

Nigeria is a religiously diverse country, home to between 250 and 400 different ethnolinguistic tribes with three prominent religious beliefs. Except for the southwest, which has a large population of Christians, Muslims, and indigenous African religions, the southern regions are predominantly Christian. Islam is widely practiced by the Hausa-Fulan...

This study sought to conceptualize the application of digital infopreneurship to academic librarians' financial well-being in Nigeria. The study used current and relevant articles in Scopus indexed journals, including journals relating to region of study. The study revealed that academic librarians should be able to choose a niche, outline message,...

The current competitive environment is significantly modifying the libraries' learning processes due to an information explosion, allowing this to be transformed into knowledge. This opportunity has been exploited in the past by the tools of “business intelligence,” but integrating it into libraries is still a daunting task. Absorptive capacity was...

This study sought to investigate the institutional support employed for collection development practices in Private University Libraries in SouthWest Nigeria. This study adopted the qualitative research design. The population comprised 57 key informants made up of heads of the libraries and acquisition librarians from 31 Private University librarie...

The purpose of this study was to assess the influence of ownership structure on collection development practises in private university libraries in SouthWest Nigeria. The qualitative research design was used in this study. The population consisted of 57 key informants from 31 Private University libraries, including library heads and acquisition lib...

Disabled patrons have faced unparalleled marginalization in Nigerian libraries due to facilities designed for ordinary users, which the disabled find challenging to navigate. As a result, access to serial services supplied by these institutions is constrained. The challenge of libraries is apparent, as seen by the decline of disabled patronage. In...

This study examined the influence of self-concept on library services used by disabled students in Federal Universities in SouthWest Nigeria. The study adopted a survey research design. The population comprises 302 disabled students in Federal Universities in SouthWest , Nigeria. Total enumeration technique was used. A questionnaire was used for da...

Climate change, poverty, and economic inequality are some of the threats to civilization in today's cities. This has given rise to the development of smart cities as a solution to the threat. However, this smart initiative did not solve the problem. In the face of this predicament, in order for cities to maintain their position, civic engagement mu...

This study sought to examine the relationship between knowledge, attitude, and acceptance of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine among students in selected universities in Nigeria. An anonymous survey was conducted online among Nigeria students. The questionnaire collected demographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and acceptance of...

Intrusive and disruptive technologies have given rise to information explosion, which is increasingly influencing traditional libraries. The predicament of traditional libraries is evident, based on the decreasing usage. In the face of this predicament, to maintain their position, librarians answer has to be swift. Librarians cannot plan or positio...

This study investigates the influence of librarians„ emotional intelligence on conflict management in private university libraries in South-West and South-South, Nigeria. The study adopted a survey research design. The population comprises 200 librarians in South-West and South-South, Nigeria. Total enumeration technique was used. A questionnaire w...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a surge of fake news on social media. This dilemma has caused a ripple effect in society with increasing censorship on social media, which threatens the freedom of expression. The populace cannot effectively progress until they understand the threat posed by fake news and censorship. To protect our fundamenta...

Academic libraries are increasingly becoming affected by rapid changes in information technology, competition from the private information sector and fear of losing the monopoly position. Academic libraries' dilemma is evident, based on the declining support from parent institutions and declining use trends. In the face of stiff competition, their...

Libraries in Nigeria are increasingly affected by alternative sources of information that provide stiff competition to library reference services. Reference librarians need to adopt a bring your own device (BYOD) strategy to remain relevant. The article explores the practical application of BYOD principles and strategies to the mobility of library...

The emergence of social media has sparked a lot of interest in academic libraries especially in the area of adoption. However, there appears to be limited knowledge on whether librarians' generation differs in the adoption levels of social media specifically in the Southwestern, Nigeria. In a bid to carrying out this focus, this study adopted the d...

This study sought to investigate the relationship between social media use and research productivity of lecturers in private universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. This study adopted the survey design. The population comprised of 1353 lecturers from seven private universities. The purposive sampling technique was used to select 621 respondents for th...

Infopreneurship amongst library professionals has the potential to provide income to support salary paid job, which could guarantee financial satisfaction. However, the review of literature found little or no research has been done on infopreneurial practices among library professionals in Nigeria. In a bid to carrying out this focus, this study ad...

The sustainable development goals are 17goals set up by the world leaders to be achieved by 2020 that respond to the world's main development challenges. This paper although an opinion paper emphasizes the roles of libraries in achieving the sustainable development goals. Libraries as important resources for achieving these goals must provide relev...

This study investigates the factors influencing the career choice of library and information science students in Federal Polytechnic Ede, Osun State. The major objectives of this study was to find out the factors that influence the choice of librarianship as a career among students, the level of students perception towards library and information s...

This study sought to ascertain the use of social media for researchbased activities by lecturers in private universities in Ogun State, Nigeria. This study adopted the descriptive survey design. The population comprised of 1353 lecturers from seven private universities. The multistage sampling technique was used to select 621 respondents for the st...