Faculty of Computing, Library and Information Science (FCLIS)

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    The Application of ICT in Reference Service at Kabale University Library.
    (Kabale University, 2022) Aharimpisya, Barnabas
    The study was about the application of ICT in reference service at Kabale University. The study was guided by specific objectives which included to determine the extent to which application of ICT are used for rendering reference services at Kabale University Library, to identify the constraints for effective application of ICT for reference services in Kabale University and to propose the strategies for improving application of ICT for reference services in Kabale University Library. The study adopted a descriptive design using a qualitative approach. The study considered a sample size of 15 library staff of Kabale University library. Both questionnaires and interview guides were used to collect data. The study findings indicated that information sharing, communication purposes, cataloguing and classification of library materials, issuing in and out of library materials (circulation), storage, retrieval and dissemination of information and e-resources trainings were applications of ICT use for rendering reference services at Kabale University Library. The study findings also indicated that inadequate hardware and software, unreliable power supply, internet breakdown with low internet bandwidth, technological phobia, low level of ICT skills and literacy and inadequate financial support were constraints for effective application of ICT for reference services at Kabale University. The study findings indicated that that training of library users, provision of internet services, availability of computer technology maintenance policy document, provision of current and up-dated computer technology equipment, providing user accounts for easy access of library resources and regular power supply were possible strategies for improving application of ICT for reference services in Kabale University Library. The researcher recommended that application of computer technologies in reference services in university libraries should be encouraged as this would boost the morale of libraries and improve efficiency of librarians in providing current and timely information to their users.
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    Examining the Application of Information and Communication Technology in Records Management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital.
    (Kabale University, 2024) Kyoshabire, Fortunate
    The study was to examine the application of ICT in records management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital in Kabale District. It was guided by specific objectives which were to find out the types of ICTs‟ used in records management, the challenges of using ICT in records management for enhanced service delivery, and the possible strategies that can curb the challenges of applying ICT in records management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital. The study used a descriptive research design that will be carried out among the hospital stakeholders. The study used a sample of 106 respondents from 145 as the target population. Both interviews and questionnaires were used to collect data from respondents and findings indicate that electronic health records as one of the types of ICT used in records management in that it implementation leads to improved administration processes, streamlined workflows, and better decision-making, some respondents mentioned that changes in software and hardware in that one of the greatest issues facing the longevity of digital collections in developing countries is not only the storage media deterioration, some respondents mentioned that inadequate funding digital projects in that digitization of records requires enormous funding due to frequent hardware and software upgrades, and increasing cost of subscription to electronic databases. Respondents responded on possible strategies that can curb the challenges of applying ICT in records management at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital in that; Paper and microfilm, cloud storage, training of staff on ICT in records management, and records preservation system. The study concludes that information and communication technology in healthcare has helped in finding the possible prevention measures to eradicate and reduce the spread of diseases. Information and communication technology helps in diagnosis which reduces the time and cost. This saves the lives of many individuals by providing treatment in advance. The study recommends that formal training and orientation programs should be organized at the various departments in the hospitals for medical records officers, doctors and nurses on the use and application of information and communication technology in their professional field so that there will be enough staff to make use of the ICT tools which will promote efficient medical records and information management in the hospitals.
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    The Application of Koha Open Source Integrated Library System in Academic Libraries: A Case Study of Bishop Stuart University Mbarara.
    (Kabale University, 2018) Mutungisa, Kennedy
    This study examined the application of the KOHA open-source integrated library system in academic libraries: A case study of Bishop Stuart University to highlight the capabilities and potentials of the KOHA open-source integrated library system and its practical importance to academic libraries. The study was guided by three objectives namely; to find out the benefits of the KOHA open source integrated library system; to determine the extent of use of KOHA and to find out the problems encountered with the use of KOHA. A descriptive survey design was adopted in this research, with a population of twenty-four (24) respondents. The instrument used to generate data was a questionnaire and the data generated was analyzed using frequency tables and percentages. It was found out that KOHA had more benefits to libraries in enhancing service delivery than what was known. It was still observed that KOHA open-source ILS could be used for a lot more tasks within academic libraries. The major challenges encountered with the use of KOHA in libraries included: inadequate funding, inadequate managerial support, inadequate power supply, etc. The findings of this study will serve a very useful purpose for Bishop Stuart University in particular, and other academic libraries within the country and globe at large. The flexibility and friendly nature of KOHA open-source ILS will also enable users to maximize their gains in the search for information.