الرواق

The Use Of Modern Information And Communication Technologies In The Management And Administration Of Public Libraries In Algeria: Reality, Challenges, And Development Prospects

Auteurs : Mohammedi Nadia .

Résumé

This study examines the use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the management and administration of selected public libraries in Algeria. Using a descriptive-analytical approach, questionnaire data were collected from 50 library staff members and analyzed through frequencies and percentages. The findings indicate that social media platforms (86%) and email services (80%) are the most frequently reported applications, compared with electronic circulation services (58%). The main perceived barriers are limited financial resources (88%), inadequate technological infrastructure (84%), and insufficient staff training (78%). The results suggest uneven ICT utilization across administrative and service functions, particularly in decision-making. Given the limited sample size and geographical coverage, the findings are exploratory and cannot be generalized to all Algerian public libraries.

Mots clés

Information and Communication Technologies; Public Libraries; Library Management; Digitalization; Algeria