Utilization of Library Resources Among Graduate Students of Leyte Normal University (LNU)



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Submitted Nov 9, 2021
Published Jan 28, 2022
10.24018/ejedu.2022.3.1.218

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This study assessed the utilization of the resources of the Leyte Normal       University Learning Resource Center by the graduate students enrolled in various graduate curricular program offerings for the AY 2018, 2019, and 2020. The assessment concentrated on the subject area, borrowers per program, professional journals and magazines, and databases, e-books, and internet connectivity during the academic years 2018, 2019, and 2020. In this context, utilization was focused. Utilizing the survey design, statistically treated data showed that books are commonly borrowed resources and that borrowing frequency is dependent on the enrollment of a curricular program offering. Bulk of borrowers were recorded for AY 2018 and 2019. Taking things holistically, the general circulation of the library is deemed helpful to its immediate users. An intervention plan was prepared further to promote the richness of the resources in the library and consequently attract more users.


Keywords: Graduate Students, Library, Library Resources, Utilization

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