Title: The Application Of Artificial Intelligence On Information Retrieval Systems In Libraries In Nigeria
Authors: Taiwo Temitope Funmilola
Volume: 8
Issue: 9
Pages: 151-156
Publication Date: 2024/09/28
Abstract:
This study is on the application of artificial intelligence on information retrieval systems in libraries in Nigeria. The population of this study are the students of the department of Library and Information Science, Lead City University, Ibadan. The study made used of a survey research design in which 141 respondents were selected for the study. The questionnaire was adopted as research instrument. Two research questions were answered and one hypothesis was tested using Pearson Correlation. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 25.0. The result of the study revealed that majority of the respondents claimed that AI is perceived as a way for libraries to innovate and remain competitive in an increasingly digital and information-driven world (X = 1.71, SD = 0.49) and AI is perceived as a tool that can enhance access to information by improving the organization, retrieval, and dissemination of digital resources (X = 1.63, SD = 0.61). Some of the challenges Nigerian university libraries face in implementing AI and automation include financial constraints or a lack of awareness, limited budgets, shortage of librarians and IT staff with adequate skills. Also, the result of the hypothesis showed there was a significant negative relationship between perception of AI and challenges faced by Nigerian university libraries in implementing AI (r = 745; P<.05). The study recommended that libraries should invest in the necessary infrastructure, such as powerful computing systems, data storage solutions, and fast internet connectivity, to support AI technologies.