A Survey of Usage and Awareness of E-Resources Among University Library Users at B.R.A. Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 03 | Page : 46 56
    By

    Kaushal Kishor Chaudhary,

  • Siddu Kumar,

  • Amit Kishore,

  • Akash Kumar Singh,

  1. Librarian, BRA Bihar University, Bihar, India
  2. Research Scholar, Dept. of Library and Inf. Science, SKD University, Hanumanga, Rajasthan, India
  3. Librarian, Kendriya Vidyalaya ECR, Samastipur,, Bihar, India
  4. Assistant Professor, Dept. of Library and Inf. Science, SKD University, Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, India

Abstract

This study investigates the usage and awareness of e-resources among university library users at BRA Bihar University, Muzaffarpur. The primary purpose of the research is to assess how well users are informed about available electronic resources and to evaluate their usage patterns in academic activities. A quantitative survey was conducted among library users to gather data on their awareness of e-resources, their preferences for specific types of resources, and the motivations behind their usage. The survey also explored the barriers that hinder effective engagement with e-resources. Results indicate a high level of awareness regarding e-resources, with 71% of respondents knowledgeable about their use. However, only 63% understood their utility in supporting academic work. E-books emerged as the preferred resource (44%), especially among postgraduate students who predominantly use e-resources for course-related studies (46%) and assignments (32%). Despite the advantages of e-resources, barriers such as technical difficulties (13%) and insufficient training (23%) were prevalent, impacting user engagement. Additionally, the study found that mobile devices (54%) were the most common means of access, highlighting a trend towards mobile accessibility. This research contributes to the existing literature by providing a nuanced understanding of e-resource utilization in academic settings, identifying both the strengths and weaknesses in current library offerings.

Keywords: E-Resources, digital resources, e-journal, e-database, e-books, B.R.A. Bihar university, usage and awareness of e-resources, library user, university library user

[This article belongs to Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences ]

How to cite this article:
Kaushal Kishor Chaudhary, Siddu Kumar, Amit Kishore, Akash Kumar Singh. A Survey of Usage and Awareness of E-Resources Among University Library Users at B.R.A. Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2025; 12(03):46-56.
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Kaushal Kishor Chaudhary, Siddu Kumar, Amit Kishore, Akash Kumar Singh. A Survey of Usage and Awareness of E-Resources Among University Library Users at B.R.A. Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2025; 12(03):46-56. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joals/article=2025/view=234665


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Volume 12
Issue 03
Received 08/09/2025
Accepted 16/12/2025
Published 20/12/2025
Publication Time 103 Days
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