The role of research in the revitalization of library and information science education in Nigeria.

Abstract

The paper examined the role of research in the revitalization of library and information science (LIS} education in Nigeria. Research remains an inevitable tool for the revitalization of LIS education in Nigeria such as curriculum development and an avenue to raise funds. The paper identified challenges of LIS research in Nigeria including inadequate research funds, inadequate research skills, poor attitude to research, and lack of infrastructure. The paper concluded that there should be training and retraining of LIS educators on innovative research skills.