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    Utilisation patterns of open access information resources (OAIR) among Polytechnic students in South-west Nigeria
    (Published by Department of Library and Information Science, Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences, University of Ilorin, Nigeria., 2026) Olorunyomi, G. T.; Omopupa, K. T.; Abdussalam, T. A. B.; Alabi, A. A.
    Abstract The study investigated the utilisation patterns of Open Access Information Resources (OAIRs) among polytechnic students in South-West Nigeria. It examined the types of OAIRs accessed, the purposes of their utilisation, and the frequency of use. The study adopted descriptive survey research design with the population comprising ND and HND students across 47 polytechnics in South-West Nigeria. Questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection for the study and the study sampled 1,630 National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) students across 47 polytechnic institutions using a multistage sampling technique. The data retrieved from the respondents were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression tests via SPSS. The findings reveal that students predominantly utilise databases, research articles, repositories, theses, and e-books, reflecting a preference for peer reviewed and academically authoritative resources. OAIRs were primarily used for academic discussions, seminars and workshops, independent study, assignments, and research activities, indicating that these resources are embedded within formal academic workflows. In terms of frequency, research articles and e-books were accessed most regularly, whereas audio/video lectures and repositories were consulted less frequently. The study further highlights that usage patterns are influenced by factors such as digital literacy, awareness, accessibility, and institutional support. Based on these findings, the study recommend that Polytechnic libraries should intensify sensitisation programmes to increase students’ awareness of diverse open access platforms, particularly repositories and multimedia resources that recorded lower usage frequency. Regular workshops on digital literacy and effective search strategies should be organised to improve students’ competence in navigating open access databases, repositories, and scholarly platforms. Keywords: Open Access, Information Resources, Open Access Information Resources, Polytechnic, Utilisation Patterns