International Journal of Academic Library and Information Science
IJALIS
ISSN: 2360-7858
Vol. 14(2), pp. 45- --47 March, 2026.
ISSN: 2360-7858
https://doi.org/10.14662/ijalis2026030
Full Length Research
User Training and OPAC Utilization by Postgraduate Students in Selected Private Universities in South-West Nigeria
1Olajumoke Williams-Ilemobola (CLN), 2Babalola, Y.T. (Prof) and 3Owolabi, Ruth (Dr)
1Dip in Law (AAU), BSc (AAU), MLIS (UI), MPhil (BU) PhD(BU) 2Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. E-mail: babaloy@babcock.edu.ng 3Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. E-mail: owolabir@babcock.edu.ng
*Corresponding author’s E-mail: jummywilliamsile@gmail.com
Accepted 25 March 2026
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Abstract |
This study investigates the influence of user training on Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) utilization among postgraduate students in selected private universities in South-West Nigeria. Despite the proliferation of OPAC systems, prior research indicates that users often perceive these tools as unintuitive, resulting in suboptimal utilization. Employing a quantitative survey design, data were collected from 355 postgraduate students across eight private universities with functional OPACs in the region, using stratified random sampling. The instrument demonstrated high reliability (Cronbach’s alpha ranging from 0.70 to 0.92). Data analysis via descriptive and multiple linear regression revealed that user training significantly predicts OPAC usage (Adjusted R² = 0.17, F(10, 301) = 25.02, p < 0.05). Both direct and indirect training methods positively influenced utilization, with standardized coefficients of 0.52 and 0.22, respectively. The findings underscore the importance of regular, targeted user training to enhance OPAC engagement. The study recommends intensified training initiatives for postgraduate students to optimize library resource access.
Keywords: OPAC utilization, user training, postgraduate students, private universities, South-West Nigeria
| Cite This Article As: Williams-Ilemobola, O., Babalola, Y.T., Owolabi, R. (2026). User Training and OPAC Utilization by Postgraduate Students in Selected Private Universities in South-West Nigeria. Inter. J. Acad. Lib. Info. Sci. 14(2): 45-47 | |