Impact of Digital Literacy on University Students’ Use of Digital Resources in Nigeria

Rachael Agina-Obu; Emmanuel Okwu

doi:10.51983/ajist-2023.13.2.3587

Authors

Rachael Agina-Obu Department of Library and Information Science, The Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Portharcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Emmanuel Okwu University Library, The Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Portharcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2023.13.2.3587

Keywords:

Digital Literacy, Use of Digital Resources, University Students, Nigeria

Abstract

Digital literacy is a skill that university students must possess in order to use the many digital resources that are provided by university libraries. As a result, the study examined the impact of digital literacy on Nigerian university students’ use of Internet resources. The research examined how high and low levels of digital literacy influenced students’ utilization of digital resources and also explored the roles of university libraries in promoting and assisting students in enhancing their digital literacy and supporting their utilization of digital resources. The research also delved into effective strategies for improving digital literacy within Nigerian university libraries. Overall, the study established that digital literacy is vital for students in Nigerian universities and directly impacts their utilization of digital resources. The insights gained from this research shed light on the significance of promoting digital literacy in academic settings and the collaborative efforts required from institutions and libraries to empower students in this digital age.

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