1. Exploring Distinctions Between Library Users and Nonusers in a Public Research University.
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Scoulas, Jung Mi, Groote, Sandra L. De, Dempsey, Paula, Mundle, Kavita, Lehnen, Carl, Barrett, Felicia, Naru, Linda, and Hill, Valerie
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LIBRARY users ,STUDENT attitudes ,PUBLIC universities & colleges ,ACADEMIC libraries ,RESEARCH libraries ,GRADE point average ,UNIVERSITY research - Abstract
This study examines data from a survey conducted at a U.S. public research university, focusing on students' behaviors and attitudes toward the library, both physical and online. The analysis categorizes student users and nonusers based on demographics such as full-time enrollment, first-generation status, college, and grade point average (GPA). Results indicate that first-generation students were most likely to never use the online library. Low GPA respondents visited the physical library most frequently, whereas high GPA students were more inclined to use e-resources. The discussion section includes suggestions for improving services and resources to support student success. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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