Assessing Knowledge Sharing and ICT Skill Levels Among Postgraduate Students in Library and Information Science Schools in South-West Nigeria

Abstract

This study explores the interplay between knowledge sharing and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills among postgraduate students. The research utilized a descriptive survey design to evaluate the extent of knowledge-sharing practices, the ICT competencies possessed by students, and the correlation between these two variables. Data were collected using structured questionnaires from a sample of postgraduate students across selected LIS schools in South-West Nigeria. The findings indicate a high level of knowledge sharing, particularly in areas related to current trends, innovations, and research skills within the LIS domain, with an average mean score of 3.21. Similarly, the ICT skill levels among students were commendable, reflected by an average mean score of 3.20, highlighting proficiency in essential tasks such as document printing and presentation modification. A significant positive correlation (r = 0.488) was found between ICT skills and knowledge sharing, suggesting that enhanced ICT competencies contribute to more effective knowledge-sharing practices. This study underscores the importance of ICT skill development in fostering academic collaboration and success among postgraduate students in LIS schools.