Information Literacy Skills and Use of Electronic Resources by Undergraduates in Selected Public University Libraries in Lagos State, Nigeria

Abstract

E-resources utilization can greatly influence the academic performance of undergraduates in this digital dispensation. Information literacy skills enables individuals to navigate the complex information landscape effectively, contributing to personal, academic, and professional success. This study examined the influence of information literacy skills on electronic resources utilization by undergraduates in selected university libraries in Lagos State. The study adopted a survey research design with a study population of 49,165 undergraduates and a sample size of 394. A self-constructed questionnaire was used to gather data for the research and a response rate of 89.1% (351) was achieved.  The study revealed that undergraduates highly utilized e-resources with x̅=3.36, with a high level of information skills x̅=3.26.  Information literacy skills had significant influence (β=0.304, t = 7.629, p>0.05) on electronic resources utilization by undergraduates in the selected public university libraries in Lagos State. The study concludes that information literacy skills can affect the use of electronic resources in the selected libraries. The study recommends that library management should always endeavor to provide internet to the users as this will serve as a gateway to the utilization of the e-resources.