Motivational factors and staff job performance in library school - case study of Bayero University Kano Department: Library and Information Science By: rainnjazz Project ID: 8609 Rating: (5.0) votes: 1Rate this project12345 Price:₦4000 Get the Complete MaterialAbstractThis study investigated the relationship between motivation and job performance among library staff. The research was guided by five specific objectives to propose strategies to enhance motivation for improved staff job performance. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population consisted of 50 staff members (25 from the Library and Information Science Department and 25 from the University Library). Using purposive sampling technique, a sample size of 45 respondents was selected. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire titled"Motivational Factors and Staff Job Performance in Library Schools Questionnaire". The method of data analysis involved the use of descriptive statistics, including frequencies, percentages, and mean scores, with a 4-point Likert scale (acceptance benchmark set at 2.5). Findings revealed that staff demonstrated a high level of job performance, particularly in adhering to professional ethics and showing commitment. Key motivational factors identified included a good working environment, financial incentives, recognition, and promotion opportunities. The study established a strong positive relationship between motivation and job performance. Major challenges affecting motivation included inadequate salary, lack of promotion opportunities, poor working conditions, and work-related stress. Based on these findings, the study recommended regular salary increments, merit-based promotions, creation of a conducive working environment, provision of continuous professional development programs, and implementation of reward systems to recognize outstanding performance.The study concluded that strategic efforts to improve both intrinsic and extrinsic motivational factors are essential for enhancing staff productivity, commitment, and overall service delivery within library schools....Preview Download Preview +Other Library and Information Science project topics and materials you might be interested in»Staff Motivation in Academic Libraries»The effect of social media on reading culture among students»Annotated bibliography on information and communication technology»Effects of poor implementation of collection development policy in academic libraries»Library catalogue utilization among students in academic libraries - a case study of Federal Polytechnic Idah library»Product marketing: a strategic step for libraries in the information age (a case study of Imo state library board, Owerri)»Awareness and utilization of electronic information resources by library and information science students (a case study of Nnamdi Azikiwe university, Awka) »Information needs and information seeking behaviour of children in public libraries - a case study of Kwara State library board, Ilorin»Information needs and seeking behaviour of senior non-academic staff of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri»Challenges of ICT applications in law libraries»The availability and utilization of modern information resources in teaching and learning in selected private secondary schools in Owerri metropolis»Challenges of the management of staff appraisal programme in the library of Imo state (a case study of Imo state university)»A study of the information needs of rural health workers in Ebikoro, Owerri north LGA of Imo state»Annotated bibliography on English language»Effects of library on the academic performances of students in tertiary institutions