The Information Needs of Architecture Students and the Role of Libraries in Supporting Academic Activities
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https://doi.org/10.24252/literatify.v7i2.64366Keywords:
Information needs; Library contributions; Architecture students; ArchitectureAbstract
This study aims to identify the information needs of Architecture students at Alauddin State Islamic University in Makassar and the library's role in supporting their academic work. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the study collected data through interviews, observations, and documentation, then analysed them descriptively. The results show that students’ information needs are dynamic and vary by semester level. First-semester students require visual information and basic theory; mid-semester students combine theory with design practice; while final-semester students focus on scholarly references and case studies for their final projects. The library plays a crucial role but has not yet fully met these needs, particularly regarding digital and technical collections. The study recommends improving library services—such as providing e-books, access to journals, and information literacy programs tailored to each academic level—to optimally support students’ academic progress.
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