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The Impact And Management Of Mis/Disinformation At University Libraries In Australia, Nicole Johnston
The Impact And Management Of Mis/Disinformation At University Libraries In Australia, Nicole Johnston
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Mis/disinformation has in recent political and health climates become increasingly spread through social media and the internet, drawing increased discussion on the role libraries play in countering and combating the spread of mis/disinformation. This study investigated the impact and management of mis/disinformation at university libraries in Australia through a survey of 88 library staff and interviews with 17 managers. Library staff believe they have a role in teaching skills such as critical thinking and evaluation, advocating in this space and maintaining credible, balanced and inclusive collections. Although combating mis/disinformation is a strategic priority for libraries, it is often not a …
Adding Value To First Year Student Learning With Embedded Library Pod/Vodcasts, Julia Gross, Eva Dobozy
Adding Value To First Year Student Learning With Embedded Library Pod/Vodcasts, Julia Gross, Eva Dobozy
Research outputs pre 2011
We begin with the premise that pod/vodcasts add an engaging and innovative mix to the university learning environment; they put the control of when and where to access information in the hands of the student and can be delivered through the university’s learning management system (LMS). In this paper, we describe a semester-long trial in which library pod/vodcasts were provided to first-year teacher education students in the belief that basic library skills development is vital for academic success and an essential component of good information literacy practice. The pod/vodcasts were offered to support students at point of need in their …