Information Perception and Satisfaction of Library users in Digital Era: A Case Study of S S Agrawal College of Nursing Training College and Research Centre, Navsari

Samir Shaikh; Indira N Dodiya

Samir Shaikh Dept. of Library and Information Science Gujarat University
Indira N Dodiya K.S.School of Business Management Gujarat University, Ahmedabad

Abstract

The present study was conducted with a view to know the basic information needs, seeking behavior and satisfaction of library users of S S Agrawal College of Nursing Training College and Research Centre, Navsari in this digital era. A questionnaire method was issued to collect the data. A well-structured questionnaire, with a total of 453 were distributed to the GNM and ANM students and 423 filled-in questionnaires were received back with an overall response rate of 93.38 %. In the present survey, an effort has been made to explore the utility of various sorts of resources and userâ€™s needs. The study also aims to identify the level of satisfaction with the information resources, services and library staff cooperation offered by the library. Finally, concludes with a number of the important suggestions which can insure high user services and obtain ultimate satisfaction of the users.

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