Document Type : Original Article
Authors
1 Department of Info Scie, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
2 Guest Lecturer, Department of Information Science, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
3 . M.A. in Information Science, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
Abstract
Purpose: The principle of least effort is based on the fact that an action is always performed in a way that requires the least effort. The present study aims to study the pattern of using printed resources among Razi University students and compare it with the principle of least effort..
Methodology: The current research is a quantitative research type and the method used to conduct it was a survey. The research population consisted of all the students of Razi University in Kermanshah and data were gathered via questionnaire.
Findings: The findings showed that the use of printed resources by students of Razi University is significantly subject to the principle of least effort. Meanwhile, the use of undergraduate students follows this principle more than other levels. Also, the results of Pearson's correlation tests as well as multivariate regression analysis indicated that the principle variable of least effort is a significant predictor for the amount of use of printed resources.
Conclusion: The principle of least effort seems to be a logical and sensible principle and the effectiveness of students' use of printed resources from this principle should be considered by policymakers and managers of libraries and information centers.
value: The study of the principle of least effort is not unprecedented in Iran and it has novelty and originality.
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