Building future education through inclusivity: university libraries as catalysts for student success

Mohamed Najid, Mohamad Hafizuddin and Junurham, Nur Leyni Nilam Putri and Momin, Nor Azzah (2025) Building future education through inclusivity: university libraries as catalysts for student success. In: 7th International Conference on Libraries (ICOL) 2025, 23-24 September 2025, Ascott Gurney Penang Malaysia.

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Abstract

The evolving dynamics of academic library instruction address the challenge of enhancing students' hands-on experience and engagement with library technologies, particularly among library science students who are future librarians. This study investigates the impact of the university library's collaboration with faculty courses on student learning outcomes, practical skill acquisition and digital readiness. The initiative investigations between the Islamic Science University of Malaysia and the International Islamic University Malaysia, where students were exposed to both theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on in cataloguing, digital archiving, metadata standards, digital resource management, integrated library systems, and library management within their respective university libraries. The research objectives were to evaluate students’ technical competencies in utilizing digital library systems, to measure student engagement and confidence in applying library technologies, and to assess the effectiveness of librarian-led instruction in classroom environment. Data was collected through structured questionnaires distributed to participating students and analyzed using descriptive statistics to determine levels of skills acquisition and engagement. The results reveal significant improvements in students' competencies in cataloguing, metadata application, and digital resource management. The student assessment metrics reported enhancements in using library systems and demonstrated a better understanding of institutional library workflows. These findings highlight the value of embedding librarian expertise into academic delivery and show that authentic, practice-based learning enhances student preparedness for digital information careers. This collaboration strengthens the role of academic libraries in education and in sharing knowledge and resources. The study recommends that academic programs integrate librarian-led practicum components into their curricula as a model for enhancing student outcomes. The expected findings underscore the need for further research into the long-term impact of such collaborations on graduates’ professional readiness and their adaptability to evolving digital ecosystems. It repositions academic libraries not merely as information repositories but as active contributors to student development, and long-term educational sustainability.

Item Type:	Proceeding Paper (Other)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Digital Library Education, University Collaboration, Hands-On Training, Industry Exposure, Future-Ready Skills
Subjects:	Z Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources > Z665 Library Science. Information Science
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology > Department of Library & Information Science Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology > Department of Library & Information Science Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology Kulliyyah of Information and Communication Technology
Depositing User:	DR NUR LEYNI NILAM PUTRI JUNURHAM
Date Deposited:	06 Jan 2026 09:48
Last Modified:	06 Jan 2026 09:48
Queue Number:	2025-12-Q1469
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/125869

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