Journal of Education and Practice www.iiste.org ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X (Online) DOI: 10.7176/JEP Vol.10, No.25, 2019 58 Gender Inequality in the Usage of ICT Facilities in Academic Libraries: A Case Study of Presbyterian University College Library (PUCL), Ghana Frank Afoakwa Boateng 1 Samuel Ameyaw 2 1.Presbyterian University College, Ghana (PUCG), Asante Akyem Campus 2.Valley View University (VVU), Oyibi - Accra, Ghana Abstract The purpose of the study was to find out gender inequality in the use of ICT facilities in the library among male and female students in the Presbyterian University College of Ghana-Asante Akyem Campus. It was a case study which adopted the survey approach with questionnaires as the data collection instrument to solicit the opinions of both genders. The findings disclosed that ICT facilities are available in the library and a significant number of both genders have access to the facilities. However, there were slight variations in the use of the facilities in some domain.Poor internet services as well as inadequate power supply were identified as significant challenges that impeded the use of ICT facilities in the library; therefore, it is recommended that measures should be put in place to avoid persistent power failure in the library. Lastly, the management of the university should acquire bigger broadband to improve the internet service in the library. Keywords: Asante Akyem, Gender, Ghana, ICT facilities, Inequality, Presbyterian, Students, University College. DOI: 10.7176/JEP/10-25-06 Publication date:September 30 th 2019 1. Introduction Education has always been trumpeted as an instrument that prepares both male and female students to face the challenges ahead of them in all spheres of life, including their environment. The issue of gender inequality is not limited to labour market discrimination when a male and female with the same qualification, experience, and training apply for a position, but as a result of gender discrimination, the male is selected during recruitment. Similarly, the story is not restricted to only the labour market but has spread throughout all the educational institutions where male and female students consider themselves that some programmes are meant for only males and these courses are the no-go area for female students. The emergence and introduction of the use of ICT facilities in educational institutions globally did not escape from this perception in various academic institutions which Presbyterian University College; Ghana (PUCG) is no exception. The academic institutions have consistently been dedicated to making teaching, learning, as well as research easier for lecturers and students through the use of ICT facilities. Currently, no academic institution can survive without the application of ICT facilities in their learning and teaching activities. The adoption of ICT facilities in educational institutions has brought dynamic changes to all sectors of education since ICT has become a potential tool for teaching and learning. Ono and Zavodny (2007) defined information and communication technologies (ICTs) as a digital technology used for communication or information gathering, for instance, mobile phones and computers. Wilson, Ayebi-Arthur, and Tenkorang (2011) were of the view that information and communication technology (ICT) comprises computer hardware and digital/analogue devices and software applications. Edumadze and Owusu (2013) added that the adoption of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into the institution of higher learning had enhanced teaching and learning processes as well as students’ performance. Dukić, Dukić, and Kozina (2012) hinted that the constant application of ICT in universities had transformed all academic activities as well as the society into a knowledge economy. Sosin, Blecha, Agawal, Bartlett and Daniel (2004)“observed that there has been a large-scale development, and use of technology in every area of human activity, including the educational field and this, has led to a dramatic change in the methods of instruction for education at all levels, especially the higher education level". 1.2 Statement of the problem The fight for gender equality has gained prominent attention for the past two decades socially, politically, culturally and educationally. The role and benefits of ICT adoption in academic institutions cannot be over-emphasized. Regrettably, management of Presbyterian University College, Ghana (PUCG) has invested heavily in the purchase of ICT facilities to enhance learning and research in the library, from the preliminary observation by the researchers, it appears that there is disparity between male and female students’ concerning the use of these facilities in the library; others have also expressed their dissatisfaction with the facilities. This observation confirmed the studies