Francis, Ruth and Dickson, David | 2011
- Author(s): Francis, Ruth and Dickson, David
- Publisher: s.n.]
- Pages: --
- Keywords: scientific and technical information, communication process, information services, africa
This practical guide provides practical advice to help media officers working in African institutions improve the communication of scientific research to the public, policymakers and funders. It was developed in consultation with African science journalists and media officers.
Gakuru, Mucemi and Winters, Kristen and Stepman, Francois | 2009
- Author(s): Gakuru, Mucemi and Winters, Kristen and Stepman, Francois
- Publisher: Forum for agricultural research in Africa (FARA)
- Pages: --
- Keywords: information needs, telecommunication, information technology, communication technology, technology transfer, agricultural extension
This paper documents all known innovative farmer advisory services or systems, currently in design, in existence or recently completed in Africa. The report notes that currently most farmers’ information is provided either by extension workers, through libraries or via websites.
Gavgani, Vahideh Zarea | 2009
- Author(s): Gavgani, Vahideh Zarea
- Publisher: University of Alberta learning services]
- Pages: 37--57
- Keywords: libraries, library science, evaluation, iran
Current library and information science practice operates in both a knowledge and evidence-based environment. Health service librarians provide information services in an evidence based health care context to improve patient care. This article looks at medical librarians’ attitudes and perceptions
Gbaje, Ezra Shiloba | 2007
- Author(s): Gbaje, Ezra Shiloba
- Publisher: Curtin university of technology. Department of information studies]
- Pages: --
- Keywords: university and college libraries, library collection development, library resources, nigeria
This desk study examined the national library virtual project initiatives and identifies the challenges of its implementation within the Nigerian context. The study also highlights the basic skills required for the deployment and sustainability of the national virtual library.
Gbaje, Ezra Shiloba | 2007
- Author(s): Gbaje, Ezra Shiloba
- Publisher: E-prints in library and information science (E-LIS)]
- Pages: --
- Keywords: university and college libraries, library information services, internet, nigeria
The digital age has brought about a completely different way of providing library services resulting to the development of new services. This study used qualitative research method was used in to examine the online services Nigerian academic libraries provide to their patrons.