Authors: Al-Daihani, Sultan M.; Rehman, Sajjad ur

Source: The Electronic Library, Volume 25, Number 5, 2007 , pp. 613-626(14)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Abstract:

<B>Purpose</B> - The purpose of this paper is to investigate the information literacy capabilities of Kuwaiti police officers by focusing on computing and information skills and perceived value of information sources. The study is designed to test the hypothesis that there existed significant differences in information literacy capabilities based on three personal characteristics. <B>Design/methodology/approach</B> - A questionnaire-based survey was conducted of 211 police officers enrolled in a training program; 60 percent responses were received and analyzed using SPSS package. <B>Findings</B> - It was found that generally the Kuwaiti police officers had weak computing and information capabilities. They were generally poor in searching skills. It was further found that departmental affiliation exhibited significant differences for computing and information skills. <B>Originality/value</B> - The study is the first of its type in this region and has significant value in making it clear that appropriate programs of training are needed for the development of information and computing skills among Kuwaiti police officers.

Keywords: Computers; Information literacy; Information media; Kuwait; Police

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02640470710829587

Publication date: 2007-10-09

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