Reactions of past students to the Bachelor of Library Science degree of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Onadiran, G.T.

Affiliations: Department of Library Science, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine reactions of past students to the Bachelor of Library Science degree programme of Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined the quantity and quality of ex-students, type of libraries where they are currently working, extent to which the programme has prepared ex-students to work in various departments in their current library and the graduates' satisfaction with library work since their graduation. Data were gathered through the use of a structured inquiry form, distributed to all the graduates of the programme. It was discovered that 265 respondents, or 96 per cent passed with a Second Class lower division or a higher honours degree. The majority of the respondents worked in university libraries, an overwhelming number of respondents felt that their training had prepared them “very well” or “well” in various units of a library except the audio-visual unit. 163 respondents or 86.2 per cent are satisfied with library work since graduation. Recommendations are made on improvements to the course and the need for the introduction of continuing education courses for practising librarians. [French, German, and Spanish translations of this abstract can be found on pp. 110–111.]

DOI: 10.3233/EFI-1988-6104

Journal: Education for Information, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 39-59, 1988