00000ctm a22000003a 4500 UP-99796217610304054 Buklod 20120511153013.0 m o j ta 120511s2012 xx d r |||| u| (iLib)UPD-00184903576 DLS eng LG 993.5 2012 L4 C37 Carretero, Sheila Marie O. author. An assessment of the usability of Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly-Operated Kiosk Station (STARBOOKS) based on user perception Sheila Marie O. Carretero ; Rhea Rowena U. Apolinario, adviser. Quezon City : School of Library and Information Studies, University of the Philippines Diliman 2012. xi, [67] leaves illustrations (some color) Vita. Thesis (Bachelor of Library and Information Science)--University of the Philippines Diliman March 2012. The existence of computers provided efficiency by allowing information to be accessible. To cope with modernization, libraries are adopting a new approach in providing its services, thus resulting to the emergence of digital library (DL). DL makes information retrieval and dissemination more efficient. In order to ensure that it performs its intended use, evaluation is needed. Science and Technology Academic and Research-Based Openly-Operated Kiosk Station (STARBOOKS) is a newly installed digital library - and for that, the assessment of its features and services are essential to determine the effectiveness of its design and implementation. This study was conducted to assess the usability of STARBOOKS based on user perception focusing on its effectiveness, efficiency, content, resolution and presentation, and personal satisfaction with its use. Survey questionnaires were administered to the users of STARBOOKS who were able to explore the contents and use the computer portals. Results of the study revealed that the assessment on the usability of STARBOOKS were generally positive. It was well-received by the uses and deemed to be user-friendly. It was concluded that users considered STARBOOKS as a useful tool for research by providing easy access to information. Recommendations were suggested for its further improvement particularly on its physical layout, resolution, and the quantity of updated contents. Digital libraries Philippines Taguig City. Science and technology libraries Philippines Taguig City Use studies. Apolinario, Rhea Rowena U. adviser. FI UP UPD DLS LG 993.5 2012 L4 C37 Thesis