Factors Affecting Towards Technology Acceptance Behavior among University Library Practitioners of Lahore

Abstract

The main objectives of this study were to know the factors supporting librarians’ attitudes in the adoption of technology and the impact of IT on libraries and librarians’ working behaviours. The study was conducted in three phases. Firstly, relevant literature was reviewed and data collection tool was developed. The population of the study was professional library staff working in the university libraries of Lahore. The response rate was 76% due to serious efforts of the researcher. Secondly, gathered data were analyzed through SPSS Version 24.0 and conclusions were drawn. In the final phase, recommendations were drawn along with discussion. Findings of the study show that Information Technology has brought a positive impact in the libraries and the lives of library practitioners. IT has raised the standard of libraries and the image of library professionals. Computer literacy is very supportive in the successful application of information technologies in the libraries. Factor of personal interest is very fruitful for implementing emerging information technologies in the libraries. Sufficient budget and participation in IT-related training workshops prove very helpful in the successful application of information technologies in the libraries Findings and recommendations of this study can be a helpful source for library practitioners, HEC Pakistan, policy makers and decision making bodies for increasing positivity in library professionals’ attitude towards the implementation of emerging technologies in the libraries.