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Speaking Volumes: Transforming Archival Access Through Speech-To-Text Transcription, Rebecca Bakker

Works of the FIU Libraries

This workshop was offered by the South Florida Archives Collective and offered a comprehensive overview of speech recognition software, highlighting the difference between dictation and transcription and showcasing the efficacy of speech-to-text technology. Participants learned about its application in archival contexts and how it improves accessibility, aids research endeavors, and enables close reading aids for extensive data extraction and knowledge acquisition. Through a case study on the Dana A. Dorsey Papers, the presenter illustrated best practices for transcription processes, including software selection, workflow optimization, and handling formatting nuances.

Assessing Publication Trends In Selected Giscience Journals, Levente Juhasz

GIS Center

No abstract provided.

Can Ai Become An Information Literacy Ally? A Survey Of Library Instructor Perspectives On Chatgpt, Melissa S. Del Castillo, Hope Y. Kelly

Works of the FIU Libraries

Libraries can play a role in navigating the AI era by integrating these tools into information literacy (IL) programs. To implement generative AI tools like ChatGPT effectively, it is important to understand the attitudes of library professionals involved in IL instruction toward this tool and their intention to use it for instruction. This study explored perceptions of ChatGPT using survey data that included acceptance factors and potential uses derived from the emerging literature. While some librarians saw potential, others found it too unreliable to be useful; yet the vast majority imagined utilizing the tool in the future.

Collecting Oral Histories In Digital Formats, Katie L. Coldiron, Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-Fiu

Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) Digital Archive

This is a guide directed towards partner institutions in the Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab's Mellon-funded project, "Community Data Curation: Preserving, Creating, and Narrating Everyday Stories." Specifically, it is a guide on recording and editing oral history interviews.

How To Scan & Restore A Photograph, Alejandro Gonzalez, Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-Fiu

Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) Digital Archive

This is a presentation on scanning and restoring photographs prepared by Alejandro Gonzalez, Community Data Curation/Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU intern.

Fiu Libraries Salary Task Force Report On Staff Salaries To Library Assembly, Kelley Rowan, Annia Gonzalez, Adriana Harris, Christopher M. Jimenez, Patricia Pereira-Pujol, Jamie Rogers, Jennifer Scholl

Works of the FIU Libraries

The Florida International University (FIU) Libraries Salary Task Force was commissioned to address salary disparities among library staff. By conducting a comprehensive analysis, the task force identifed salary inequities and recommends areas where fair compensation could be addressed. Guided by principles of transparency, sustainability, and competitiveness, the task force suggests employing a more equitable salary framework. Their goal is to enhance job satisfaction and morale while attracting talented professionals. This report outlines their findings and recommendations.

Appraisal For Digitization, Kelley Rowan, Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-Fiu

Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) Digital Archive

This is a guide directed towards partner institutions in the Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab's Mellon-funded project, "Community Data Curation: Preserving, Creating, and Narrating Everyday Stories." Specifically, it is a guide on appraising archival collections for digitization.

Oral Histories And Sensitive Subjects, Kelley Rowan, Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-Fiu

Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) Digital Archive

This is a guide directed towards partner institutions in the Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab's Mellon-funded project, "Community Data Curation: Preserving, Creating, and Narrating Everyday Stories." Specifically, it is a guide on oral history interviewing and approaching sensitive subjects.

Image Processing & Ocr, Rebecca Bakker, Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-Fiu

Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) Digital Archive

This is a guide directed towards partner institutions in the Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab's Mellon-funded project, "Community Data Curation: Preserving, Creating, and Narrating Everyday Stories." Specifically, it is a guide on processing digital images and applying Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to digital files using the Adobe software suite.

Copyright And Fair Use, Katie L. Coldiron, Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab-Fiu

Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab (WPHL) Digital Archive

This is a guide directed towards partner institutions in the Wolfsonian Public Humanities Lab's Mellon-funded project, "Community Data Curation: Preserving, Creating, and Narrating Everyday Stories." Specifically, it is a guide on navigating copyright and fair use for digital collections.

The Bridge/Breezeway Use Of Space Report, Christopher M. Jimenez, Lori Driver

Works of the FIU Libraries

The purpose of this survey is to gain insights into how students utilize the Bridge/Breezeway, a designated space within the Green Library on the second floor between the elevator lobby and GRID. We aim to understand the duration of student visits, the activities they engage in while in the space, and their technological preferences and needs. This information will guide us in enhancing the Bridge/Breezeway to better cater to our students' academic and collaborative needs.

Teaching Ai Literacy Through Library Frameworks, Christopher M. Jimenez

Works of the FIU Libraries

This poster presents a comprehensive exploration of the integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) with the Association of College and Research Libraries' Frameworks for Information Literacy. It seeks to shed light on the implications and considerations of incorporating generative AI within the framework of information literacy, focusing on key concepts such as authority, information creation, value, research as inquiry, and scholarship as conversation.

Within the context of generative AI, questions arise regarding the credibility of AI-generated information. This poster delves into the factors that influence authority in information resources and examines how generative AI compares to traditional sources of expertise. …

A Framework For Field Inspection Of In-Service Frp Reinforced/Strengthened Concrete Bridge Elements, Armin Mehrabi, Seyed Saman Khedmatgozar Dolati, Pranit Malla, Antonio Nanni, Jesus Ortiz Polanco

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty Publications

The main objective of this project is to develop the framework for inspection and condition assessment of in-service FRP reinforced/strengthened concrete (FRP-RSC) bridge elements. The framework applies to both FRP reinforced structures (FRP internal application) and FRP strengthened structures (FRP external application) and conforms with National Bridge Inspection Standard (NBIS). This framework will be also applicable to other structural components that have incorporated FRP materials including Hybrid Composite Beams (HCB), Concrete-Filled Arch, and Tub girders. This research project highlights the similarities and differentiating aspects between conventionally reinforced concrete and FRP-RSC elements. The report presents the information available to-date and innovative …

Chatgpt Is A Liar And Other Lessons Learned From Information Literacy Instructors, Melissa S. Del Castillo, Hope Y. Kelly

Works of the FIU Libraries

Wondering where generative artificial intelligence (AI) fits in information literacy instruction? This session will share findings from a recent survey of library professionals on how they are already teaching about and using AI powered ChatGPT in information literacy instruction and where they see potential opportunities and areas of concern. Survey analysis will include information about attitudes, current and anticipated use, and descriptions of teaching methods that leverage the technology. As we navigate the survey results, attendees will have the opportunity to share their own perspectives on the same questions via live polling. We will then turn to attendees to share …

The Kanye Factor: A Brand’S Dilemma, Rachel Oyinloluwa Oyinloye

Global Strategic Communications Student Work

Adidas is a global sportswear manufacturer that grew from roots that started in 1924 by the Dassler brothers before, evolving into the second largest sports brand in the world, now known as Adidas, on August 18, 1949. The brand has had its fair share of success and scrutiny in its 73-year existence. As a company that has diversity, equity, and inclusion as key points in its global strategy, Adidas is not a stranger to facing criticism in this area. In October 2022, recording artist, producer, and entrepreneur Kanye (Ye) West came under fire for a series of controversial actions. From …

How Victoria Secret Marketing Affects Women’S Self Esteem And Body Image, Marianne Kamhazi

Global Strategic Communications Student Work

With society and media beauty standards, the ‘thin model ideal’ can have a detrimental effect on women’s self esteem and body image. Through extensive literature reviews, it can be seen how the media portrays body image of models which, in turn, causes women to be self conscious about their bodies and portrays unrealistic beauty standards. The research questions ask the impact of Victoria’s Secret marketing on body and self esteem issues and how do women feel when they see these models on their social media. The methods used were both a focus group and survey. Results support the research questions. …

Beyond The Tide: A Comprehensive Guide To Sea-Level-Rise Inundation Mapping Using Foss4g, Levente Juhasz, Jinwen Xu, Randall W. Parkinson

GIS Center

No abstract provided.

Towards Understanding The Geospatial Skills Of Chatgpt: Taking A Geographic Information Systems (Gis) Exam, Peter Mooney, Wencong Cui, Boyuan Guan, Levente Juhasz

GIS Center

This paper examines the performance of ChatGPT, a large language model (LLM), in a geographic information systems (GIS) exam. As LLMs like ChatGPT become increasingly prevalent in various domains, including education, it is important to understand their capabilities and limitations in specialized subject areas such as GIS. Human learning of spatial concepts significantly differs from LLM training methodologies. Therefore, this study aims to assess ChatGPT's performance and ability to grasp geospatial concepts by challenging it with a real GIS exam. By analyzing ChatGPT's responses and evaluating its understanding of GIS principles, we gain insights into the potential applications and challenges …

Library Staff Salary Survey Report: A First Thursday Presentation, Kelley F. Rowan, Annia Gonzalez, Jamie Rogers, Jennifer Scholl, Adriana Harris, Christopher M. Jimenez

Works of the FIU Libraries

This presentation was given by the Salary Task Force (STF) members, Jamie Rogers, Annia Gonzalez, and Kelley Rowan at an FIU Libraries First Thursday's Forum. Members of the task force presented the results from two surveys, including cost of living research and SUS salary analysis and comparisons. Afterwards, attendees were invited to ask questions and express their concerns before the task force publishes the final report. The research in this presentation is based on surveys and research conducted by all Salary Task Force members.

Ethical Data Considerations For Engaging In Reparative Archival Practice, Jamie Rogers, Rhia Rae

Works of the FIU Libraries

Archival textually-rich materials--such as warranty deeds, mortgages, legal documents, and letter correspondence--can provide valuable historical insights, and if transcribed and analyzed, can produce data points in the form of unstructured text, tabular data, and geospatial assets. This presentation will provide an overview of the process Florida International University librarians went through to turn the papers of Dana A. Dorsey, Miami's first Black Millionaire, into data. Their work is guided by the concept of "collections as data" as a form of reparative archival practice, enabling the elevation of marginalized individuals' histories. The goal of reparative archival practice is to create a …

Let Freedom Read: Exploring Banned Books And Intellectual Freedom In Florida, Christopher M. Jimenez, George Pearson, Melissa Del Castillo, Stephen Thomson Moore, Lowell Bryan Cooper, Jacqueline Radebaugh

Works of the FIU Libraries

On October 5, 2023, the FIU Libraries’ Academic and Intellectual Freedom Committee hosted a crucial discussion on the current state of book banning and censorship in the United States, with a specific focus on Florida. This special session was part of the First Thursdays Library lecture series.

During the event, attendees were presented with startling statistics from the American Libraries Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom (ALA OIF), PEN America, the Florida Freedom to Read Foundation (FFTRF), and the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE) that led experts to declare 2022 the worst year for book bans in history. The …

Hulu's Multicultural Mingle: Embracing Diversity In Entertainment, Cindy Alghawi

Global Strategic Communications Student Work

The increasing demand for streaming services has propelled platforms like Hulu to explore innovative approaches to bolster their popularity. As competition in the streaming industry intensifies and consumer trends evolve, maintaining relevance becomes a paramount challenge. Hulu, a prominent on-demand streaming service in the United States, possesses a significant opportunity to enhance its demand by curating a more culturally diverse content portfolio. This article elucidates strategic approaches to highlight cultural diversity and inclusion within the Hulu platform. Drawing on comprehensive survey findings and primary research, this report will showcase the pressing demand for cultural diversity on the Hulu platform, an …

Data Ethics And Privacy For Researchers, Kelley F. Rowan

Works of the FIU Libraries

This workshop addresses specific data privacy and anonymization standards and techniques for researchers that are collecting personally identifiable information as well as sensitive information. The workshop covers federal, state, and international laws and regulations governing data privacy, the development of an impact assessment and privacy policy. The second half of the workshop focuses on ethical workflows, anonymization techniques and related resources.

Spanish & Haitian Creole Medical Terminology: Medical Translation Pocket Booklet, Christelle R. Azolin, Stephanie A. Martinez, Veronica Alvarez, Tristan Vulcain

HWCOM Student Publications

Language is an essential tool in the establishment of the doctor-patient relationship and is paramount to successful outcomes. According to the U.S census, 5.7 million Hispanic and 487,632 Haitians reside in Florida. This makes Spanish and Haitian Creole the second and third most predominantly spoken languages in the state. Hispanic physicians make up 6% of physicians in the U.S., and 15% of physicians in Florida. Black physicians make up 5.7% of physicians in the U.S., and 5.6% in Florida. An estimated 15% of Black physicians in the United States are Haitian, with a larger number practicing in states such as …

Utilizing Large Language Models In Geographic Contexts - Experiences From The Fiu Gis Center, Levente Juhasz, Boyuan Guan

GIS Center

South Florida GIS Explo 2023. West Palm Beach, FL

An Educational Program To Enhance The Identification Of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Ocd) And The Utilization Of Exposure And Response Prevention Among Outpatient Mental Health Providers: A Quality Improvement Project, Jena Lerch, Deborah Witt Sherman

Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing Student Projects

No abstract provided.

Education Of Mental Health Professionals Regarding A Patient-Centered Care Approach To Improve African American Adherence To Antidepressant Medication: A Quality Improvement Project., Julienne A. Calixte

Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing Student Projects

Background: Although in United States, the prevalence of depression is less in African Americans than other ethnic groups, African Americans experience more chronic, disabling depression. Mental Health Professionals lack of knowledge regarding African American culture, beliefs, and perception may interfere with a trusted professional-patient relationship with African Americans diagnosed with depression, thereby potentially contributing to African Americans reluctance to start or to adhere to a medication regime.

Purpose: This quality improvement project investigated the effect of an evidence-based educational workshop regarding Mental Health Professionals’ knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors toward African American culture, beliefs, and perception of depression and a Patient-Centered …

Provider Education To Increase Knowledge Of Sepsis In A Skilled Nursing Facility, Damaris I. Valldeperas, Charles Buscemi, Ivan Merkelj

Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing Student Projects

Background: Sepsis is a time sensitive, life-threatening syndrome that proceeds through a continuum of devastating events resulting in organ damage and eventual death. Unfortunately, this syndrome impacts millions of individuals worldwide. Interestingly, the population that is most impacted by sepsis are patients admitted to a non-acute care facility such as a skilled nursing facility. Currently, there is no tool or standardized guideline for sepsis identification or prevention within these facilities often resulting in hospital readmission and increased lengths of stay.

Methods: Upon completion of a literary review on data bases such as CINAHL Plus with full text, Cochrane Library, Medline …

Provider Education To Increase Knowledge Of Effective Obesity Management In The Prevention Of Cancer, Tamarra A. Braham

Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing Student Projects

Background: Obesity is a chronic disease that can result in the development of myriad related

health problems including cancer. Providers lack knowledge of the link between obesity and cancer and often miss critical care encounters to educate patients about evidence-based surgical options for reducing obesity and preventing cancer. Objectives: The objective of this quality improvement project was to increase provider knowledge of surgical options for the treatment of obesity to prevent cancer.

Methodology: The project utilized a pre-/post-intervention quality improvement framework to evaluate provider knowledge of the topic at baseline (T0), immediately following an educational program (T1). Knowledge scores were …

Impact Of Nursing Education On Postoperative Ileus Prevention In A Tertiary Care Facility: A Quality Improvement Project, Freddy Pizart, Charle P. Buscemi, Lisset Oliva

Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing Student Projects

Postoperative ileus (POI) is a preventable but potentially fatal complication that affects approximately 10% to 30% of patients who undergo major abdominal surgery. Despite the use of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, tertiary care facilities continue to struggle with this complication affecting not only patient outcomes but also healthcare cost and revenue generation. Although hospitals often offer general education to staff nurses throughout the year, the topics are mainly designed to target national accreditation requirements. This leaves a knowledge gap on specific skills and interventions that could greatly improve health outcomes. To address this issue, a quality improvement project …