Asmawu Abubakar
Profile
Asmawu Abubakar serves as a Senior Assistant Librarian at Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) specifically at the Graduate Resource Center. She holds both a Master of Philosophy (MPHIL) and a Master of Arts (MA) in Information studies from the University of Ghana, Legon.
She plays a crucial role in supporting the overall management and operation of the library. She oversees daily operations and manages library staff in the absence of the head librarian, ensures efficient and effective library services and procedures and maintains and update library policies and procedures. Her research interests include library information systems and library automation management.
Her dedication to continuous learning and professional development underscores her commitment to enhancing library services and embracing technological advancement in the field.
Publications
| No. | PUBLICATION |
|---|---|
| 1 | Asmawu Abubakar (2022) Adoption and use of information communication and technology in academic libraries in Ghana: a case study of Central university, Accra Ghana. United International Journal for Research & Technology (UIJRT) | Volume 03, Issue 11 |
| 2 | Asmawu Abubakar & Afua Frempong Kore,. Adoption, training and satisfaction of ICT usage in private academic libraries in Ghana: a case study of Methodist University, Ghana. International Journal of Humanities & Social Science Studies (IJHSSS): 2349-6959 (Online), |
Qualifications
| DATE | DEGREE/QUALIFICATION | INSTITUTION | 2020 | MHPIL Information Studies | University of Ghana, Legon |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | MA Information studies | University of Ghana, Legon |
Professional Training
| • Library science and Information management training |
| • Technology and digital resources training |
| • Reference and research skills |
Positions Held
| POSITION |
|---|
| Campus Librarian (GCTU Koforidua Campus) |
| Welfare committee Chair (Koforidua Learning Center) |
| Adjunct Lecturer (Koforidua Learning Center) |
Research Areas
| AREAS OF EXPERTISE |
|---|
| Collection development management. |
| Library automation system management |
| Research in ICT usage in library |
Conference/Seminars/Workshops
| CONFERENCES / SEMINARS |
|---|
| AI and the Future of Digital Learning, Britannica Education, (30th January 2025), 2019 |
| September 2024, Conference of Committee of University Librarians and their Deputies (CULD |
| August 2022 Seminar on Effective Communication for Improving Personal and Organizational Culture. |
| February 2022, workshop on administrative write-up. |
| November 2021, KOHA training. |
| July 2013: Seminar on changes in the cataloguing environment. Organized by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. (CSIR |
| 2008: Seminar on strengthening the network among Ghanaian libraries and information professionals. Organized by Ghana Library Association and Goethe Institute |