The Role Of Information Institutions In Knowledge Empowerment And National Development In The Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
Published 2025-11-15
Keywords
- Information Institutions, Knowledge Empowerment, National Development, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, A Field Study, the Perspective of Undergraduate, Information Science Students
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Abstract
The study aimed to measure the role of information institutions in empowering knowledge and supporting national development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It relied on a field approach to studying the phenomenon, using a questionnaire to collect data. The questionnaire was distributed to a random sample of female students in the Information Science Department, representing 102 responses. The study yielded several results, including: Regular library use was reported by 51% of participants. Academic motives dominated library use (research: 49.5%, reading: 31%). Participants recognized libraries' role in developing and promoting intellectual skills (94.1%). The study also presented several recommendations, including: Organize cultural and social programs to increase engagement, Foster collaboration with government and academic institutions, Provide ongoing staff training in modern technologies, Align content and services with national and sustainable development goals, Encourage and support student-led research initiatives aligned with Vision 2030, and Ensure sustainable government funding for public and academic institutions .