Impact of e-Library on e-Learning: Empirical Study on HBMSU e-Library

Abstract

HBMSU is the first e-learning university in the region. Being one of the first movers in e-learning in the Arab World, and having been the first accredited e-learning academic institution by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research have given the university a competitive advantage. The University’s commitment to transform education in the Arab World remains strong. The university has a particular focus on areas of particular relevance to today’s Arab World.
In order to support the learning experience, the University provides learners, faculty and other staff members with access to a vast collection of learning resources and research material. These resources are made available through the development of a number of initiatives such as: the University Library Portal, easily accessible to the users on any university applications the user is using. HBMSU library with its resources and services has been giving a unique learning experience to its community and having significant impact on teaching and learning in the university.