Strategy for Leveraging E-Journals in Academic Libraries to Support Inclusive and Quality Education (SDG 4)

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10.2991/978-2-38476-567-6_20How to use a DOI?

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e-journals; academic libraries; inclusive education; digital literacy; SDG 4

Abstract

The strategic use of electronic journals (e-journals) in academic libraries plays a vital role in supporting inclusive and quality education, particularly within higher education in urban institutions. This study investigates how the Universitas Negeri Jakarta (UNJ) Library manages its e-journal subscriptions and evaluates their utilization to meet the academic needs of the users. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through institutional reports, usage statistics, and interviews with librarians and students from various faculties to gain user perspectives on e-journal’s access and awareness. Findings show that the library currently subscribes to EBSCO, Emerald, and Gale, with high levels of engagement in 2024–2025, while Wiley was discontinued in 2023 due to low usage and budget constraints. Despite substantial access data, most students reported limited awareness or use of these platforms, reflecting barriers such as insufficient outreach, low digital literacy, and limited curricular integration. The study recommends structured information literacy programs, proactive promotion, stronger collaboration with faculties, and institutional policies embedding e-journals into teaching. By actively promoting e-journal use, establishing policies that optimize digital resources, and advocating for adequate funding from university management, UNJ Library will advance inclusive, high-quality education aligned with SDG 4 vision.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Maydi Aula Riski
AU  - Dimas Kurnia Robby
AU  - Riyan Sanjaya
AU  - Matin Matin
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/04/23
TI  - Strategy for Leveraging E-Journals in Academic Libraries to Support Inclusive and Quality Education (SDG 4)
BT  - Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Environmental Learning and Educational Technologies (3rd ICELET 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 163
EP  - 177
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-567-6_20
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-567-6_20
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