Usage of Online Public Access to Catalogue (OPAC) by Library Users in Catholic University College, Ghana

Silas Adjei; Isaac Kojo Agyeman; Patience Adetsi; Franklin Owusu Agyei

doi:10.70112/ajist-2024.14.1.4253

Authors

Silas Adjei Pentecost University Accra, Ghana
Isaac Kojo Agyeman Pentecost University Accra, Ghana
Patience Adetsi University of Ghana, Ghana
Franklin Owusu Agyei Department of Information Studies, University of Ghana, Ghana

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70112/ajist-2024.14.1.4253

Keywords:

Adoption, Online Public Access to Catalogue (OPAC), Library Users, Open Source Software, Information Technology, Library Services, Catholic University College, Ghana

Abstract

The study examines the use of online public access catalogues (OPAC) at the Catholic University College of Ghana. The research aims to assess the awareness of OPAC among library users, analyze its usage, identify related challenges, and determine user satisfaction. A quantitative research approach was employed, targeting students at the Catholic University College of Ghana as the study population. Data were analyzed using version 25 of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The findings revealed challenges related to the limited availability of computers for OPAC systems, with users experiencing delays due to others occupying the available computers. Additionally, respondents showed a lack of sufficient IT knowledge. To address these issues, the study recommends that the library authority invest in more hardware or computers to improve accessibility. It also suggests ongoing training for patrons to enhance their IT skills and familiarity with the system.

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