Challenges of managing information and communication technologies for education: experiences from Sokoine National Agricultural Library
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2008
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International Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology (IJEDICT),
Abstract
Like many other libraries, the Sokoine National Agricultural Library (SNAL) has already computerized most of its services. The library has acquired a number of ICT facilities that contribute positively to provision of information services. However, the new technologies provide new challenges related to acquisition, preservation, maintenance and security issues, training of users, and lack of awareness and commitment among key stakeholders. This paper discusses some of the challenges experienced by SNAL, highlights measures taken to overcome some of these challenges, and proposes strategies for proper management of ICTs in libraries.
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Challenges of managing ICT for education 139
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Education, Electronic information resources, Tanzania, Sokoine National Agricultural Library