Promoting Information Literacy among Medical Students by Librarians in Universities: An Evidence-Based Study in Delta State
Author(s): AKPEVWOGHO & UKUAME
Abstract: Information literacy (IL) is a cornerstone of evidence-based medical practice, equipping future physicians with the skills to locate, evaluate, and apply research findings in clinical decision-making. This study investigates the role of university librarians in promoting IL among medical students in Delta State, Nigeria. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 386 medical students and 15 librarians across three universities offering medical programs in Delta State....
Keywords - Information literacy, Medical students, Librarians, Delta State, evidence-based practice, and Curriculum integration..
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.12.3.2026.2126
Cite This Article As: AKPEVWOGHO & UKUAME (2026) Promoting Information Literacy among Medical Students by Librarians in Universities: An Evidence-Based Study in Delta State. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 12(3) 37-47. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-2126 Page: 37-47 Publication Date: 29 July 2026