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Full-Text Articles in Social and Behavioral Sciences
From Craft To Industry: The Boat Builders Of Holland., Geoffrey Reynolds
From Craft To Industry: The Boat Builders Of Holland., Geoffrey Reynolds
Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Mathematics Library News 12, Aaron Lercher
Demand-Driven Acquisitions For Print Books: How Holds Can Help As Much As Interlibrary Loan, Gerrit Van Dyk
Demand-Driven Acquisitions For Print Books: How Holds Can Help As Much As Interlibrary Loan, Gerrit Van Dyk
Faculty Publications
While there is a growing field of literature surrounding demanddriven acquisitions (DDA) for electronic books, libraries have been relatively silent regarding DDA for print books, with the notable exception of using interlibrary loan (ILL). This study will discuss how libraries can examine holds queue demand in conjunction with ILL to make collection development decisions related to print materials. It will also discuss how to work with catalogers to deflect ILL requests for these same high-demand items, so they can stay in the library for local patrons.
What Does Homecoming 2014 Have To Do With Booksigning, Sarah Kimakwa, Edgar Burgara
What Does Homecoming 2014 Have To Do With Booksigning, Sarah Kimakwa, Edgar Burgara
Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Impact Of Cloud Computing On Librarians At Small And Rural Academic Libraries, Deborah Deloise Tritt, Kaetrena D. Kendrick
Impact Of Cloud Computing On Librarians At Small And Rural Academic Libraries, Deborah Deloise Tritt, Kaetrena D. Kendrick
Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Modernizing Social Inclusion: A Look At John Carlo Bertot’S Contribution, Kim M. Thompson
Modernizing Social Inclusion: A Look At John Carlo Bertot’S Contribution, Kim M. Thompson
Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
Who Publishes In Top-Tier Library Science Journals? An Analysis By Faculty Status And Tenure, Quinn Galbraith, Elizabeth Smart, Sara D. Smith, Megan Reed
Who Publishes In Top-Tier Library Science Journals? An Analysis By Faculty Status And Tenure, Quinn Galbraith, Elizabeth Smart, Sara D. Smith, Megan Reed
Faculty Publications
This study analyzes the status and background of authors publishing in high-impact library science journals. Twenty-three high-impact journals were selected in this study by both quantitative and qualitative measures, while the analysis of author background focuses on whether the author holds a faculty status position with a tenure track. This study finds that 76% of academic librarians publishing in top-tier library science journals have faculty status.
A Qualitative Examination About Providers’ Perceptions And Recommendations Regarding The Role Of Public Librarians In Addressing Communities’ Health Literacy., Van Ta Park, Lili Luo, Denise Rosidi
A Qualitative Examination About Providers’ Perceptions And Recommendations Regarding The Role Of Public Librarians In Addressing Communities’ Health Literacy., Van Ta Park, Lili Luo, Denise Rosidi
Faculty Publications
We assessed health care providers’ perspectives on libraries as a source of health information and elicited input on how to adequately prepare public librarians to provide health information services. Sample text-based reference transactions were shown to determine whether they think the health inquiries were adequately answered. Results showed that participants had favorable perspectives about public libraries, and thought that the public librarians’ role includes addressing the health literacy community needs. Participants provided recommendations for public librarians to improve health literacy. To enhance the ability of public librarians to meet the health literacy needs of their communities, diverse perspectives such as …
Informing The “Naive Triangle": Evidence-Based Transformations In New Young Adult Library Spaces, Anthony Bernier
Informing The “Naive Triangle": Evidence-Based Transformations In New Young Adult Library Spaces, Anthony Bernier
Faculty Publications
Given recent technological innovations the notion of serving teenage populations obliges libraries to aspire to new design and spatial visions. Youth, historically not deemed entitled to an equitable share of public environments, has frequently been viewed as creating conflict in libraries, or as librarian Lynn Cockett observed, “Inviting young people to a library that is architecturally not prepared to handle normal adolescent behavior can have some pretty negative consequences.” Even under some of the best design processes, however, a kind of “Naïve Triangle” develops: architects, who frequently know little about libraries or youth aesthetics, work with librarians (with little architectural …
Michele Lucero: Impact, Engagement, And Amazing Adaptability, Pt.2, Kim Dority, Michele Lucero
Michele Lucero: Impact, Engagement, And Amazing Adaptability, Pt.2, Kim Dority, Michele Lucero
Faculty Publications
Last month Michele Lucero, Director of Client Development for LAC Group, described her highly eclectic information career path, beginning with an MLIS from University of North Texas. Never one to shy away from new challenges, Michele has charted her own career path but within organizations, rather than as an independent – in essence, she has created a multifaceted career that enables her to use and contribute all of her strengths and passions. How has she done such an amazing job of career development? Read on to learn more about her strategies and recommendations for other information professionals.
A User-Centered Approach To Addressing Issues Of Discoverability And Access, Nathan Hosburgh, Tess Graham
A User-Centered Approach To Addressing Issues Of Discoverability And Access, Nathan Hosburgh, Tess Graham
Faculty Publications
eResource access problems challenge electronic resources librari- ans and frustrate users. Challenges of using library systems can include information overload, links that do not work properly, incorrect metadata, and questionable relevance to search results. Nate Hosburgh, Electronic Resources Librarian at Montana State University, gave a presentation titled “A User-Centered Approach to Addressing Issues of Discoverability and Access” at the Mississippi State University Libraries’ eResource & Emerging Technologies Summit held in the Mitchell Memorial Library on August 2, 2013. Hosburgh spoke of lessons he and his team learned about troubleshooting eResources and his team’s approach to issues of discoverability and access.
Why Can't They Keep The Book Longer And Do We Really Need To Charge Fines? Assessing Circulation Policies At The Harold B. Lee Library: A Case Study, Duane E Wilson
Faculty Publications
In response to a charge from the library administration, the Circulation Committee of the Harold B. Lee Library at Brigham Young University designed and implemented a thorough assessment of circulation policies. Using multiple assessment methods including surveys, focus groups, and statistical analysis, the committee determined that the undergraduate checkout period was not sufficient and that the fine structure needed to change. Using the information obtained through the assessment, they were able to successfully lobby for an extension to the undergraduate checkout period and for the elimination of fines for regular overdue materials.
Crisis Informatics, Christine Hagar
Mlis Impact, Engagement, And Amazing Adaptability: Interview With Michelei Lucero, Pt. 1, Kim Dority, Michele Lucero
Mlis Impact, Engagement, And Amazing Adaptability: Interview With Michelei Lucero, Pt. 1, Kim Dority, Michele Lucero
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Imagine if you could have the information-based career of your dreams: challenging, filled with new opportunities based on your strengths and passions, offering a diversity of experiences and ongoing ways to have a positive impact on your profession, community, and students. Impossible, you say? Not if your LAC’s Michele Lucero, who seems to bring energy and insight to each new opportunity she takes on – or creates. In this two-part interview series, Michele shares information with us about what she does, how she’s done it, and how others can follow in her footsteps (or in close proximity!).
Semantic Ontologies For Multimedia Indexing (Somi): Application In The E-Library Domain, Issam Bendib, Mohamed Ridda Laouar, Richard Hacken, Mathew Miles
Semantic Ontologies For Multimedia Indexing (Somi): Application In The E-Library Domain, Issam Bendib, Mohamed Ridda Laouar, Richard Hacken, Mathew Miles
Faculty Publications
Purpose – The overwhelming speed and scale of digital media production greatly outpace conventional indexing methods by humans. The management of Big Data for e-library speech resources requires an automated metadata solution.
Design/methodology/approach - A conceptual model called Semantic Ontologies for Multimedia Indexing (SOMI) allows for assembly of the speech objects, encapsulation of semantic associations between phonic units, and the definition of indexing techniques designed to invoke and maximize the semantic ontologies for indexing. A literature review and architectural overview are followed by evaluation techniques and a conclusion.
Findings - This approach is only possible because of recent innovations in …
Evolution Of The One-Shot Library Instruction Session, Michael C. Goates
Evolution Of The One-Shot Library Instruction Session, Michael C. Goates
Faculty Publications
The one-shot library instruction session is a balancing act between faculty expectations and student attention spans. Concerned with limited instruction time, many teaching faculty request that librarians relay as much information as possible during a single instruction session. Students, however, quickly experience information overload and disengagement during information-heavy instruction sessions. Determining what information to present and how to present it can be a challenge for many librarians. This workshop will address some of the varying methodologies to one-shot library instruction, including the flipped-classroom. Examples of library instruction models will also be shared, highlighting both successful and less-effective approaches.
Managing Major Library Issues: Practical Tips From The Pros - "Conflict Management In Libraries", Michele Lucero, Pamela Cash, Tracie Hall, Rhea Lawson
Managing Major Library Issues: Practical Tips From The Pros - "Conflict Management In Libraries", Michele Lucero, Pamela Cash, Tracie Hall, Rhea Lawson
Faculty Publications
Experts offer great take-home value with their top tips for dealing with big issues such as conflict management, transitioning from peer to supervisor, leading vs. managing, and more.
How To Build The Career You Want: Connect To The Right Job, Michele Lucero, Mary Harrington, Julius Jefferson, Maureen Sullivan
How To Build The Career You Want: Connect To The Right Job, Michele Lucero, Mary Harrington, Julius Jefferson, Maureen Sullivan
Faculty Publications
Calling all new librarians and LIS students! Learn about career development, job searching and interviewing skills, networking, and the importance of professional association activity. Find out all about the Texas Library Association and how it enhances your career at the TLA Fair.
Community Leaders Negotiate A Framework For Their Archival Collection, Diane Duesterhoeft
Community Leaders Negotiate A Framework For Their Archival Collection, Diane Duesterhoeft
Faculty Publications
This presentation describes the path an established community organization traveled toward getting their historicalmaterials into a local archive.
No Lo Tires! Don't Throw It Away! Texas Latino Archives Shaping Their Own Narrative: Community Leaders Negotiate A Framework For Their Archival Collection, Diane Duesterhoeft
No Lo Tires! Don't Throw It Away! Texas Latino Archives Shaping Their Own Narrative: Community Leaders Negotiate A Framework For Their Archival Collection, Diane Duesterhoeft
Faculty Publications
Practical tips for organizations and individuals considering preserving their historical records with a local archive.
Library Security Gates: Effectiveness And Current Practice, Jonathan H. Harwell
Library Security Gates: Effectiveness And Current Practice, Jonathan H. Harwell
Faculty Publications
For years, library personnel have relied on security gates to prevent theft from their collections. However, recent anecdotal evidence suggests that libraries are removing the gates for various reasons, including cost and patron frustration with false alarms. This study examines current practices via a survey of libraries and security gate vendors and analyzes the effectiveness of security gates by empirical testing of alarms and with loss inventories of collection samples, supplemented by lost item statistics from interlibrary loan. Thus we use three primary methods to assess libraries’ approaches to security gates.
Face Out: The Effect Of Book Displays On Collection Usage, Leticia Camacho, Andy Spackman, David Cluff
Face Out: The Effect Of Book Displays On Collection Usage, Leticia Camacho, Andy Spackman, David Cluff
Faculty Publications
Business librarians at Brigham Young University’s Harold B. Lee Library are confronted with considerable and consistent declines in usage of print books in business and economic disciplines. Inspired by commercial businesses, where in-store displays are commonly used to increase sales, business librarians decided to highlight the library’s business and economics collections by creating book displays. The study revealed that displays produced a substantial increase in circulation. Prior to the displays, featured books had an average usage of less than four times per year; after these books were featured in the displays, their usage per year increased by 58%
James White Library Hidden Treasures Isaac Newton: Early Adventist Pioneer? A Physicist’S Perspective, Sarah Kimakwa
James White Library Hidden Treasures Isaac Newton: Early Adventist Pioneer? A Physicist’S Perspective, Sarah Kimakwa
Faculty Publications
A Digital reproduction of the Newton Manuscript is available here
“It Is Silly To Hide Your Most Active Patrons”: Exploring User Participation Of Library Space Designs For Young Adults In The United States, Anthony Bernier, Mike Males, Collin Rickman
“It Is Silly To Hide Your Most Active Patrons”: Exploring User Participation Of Library Space Designs For Young Adults In The United States, Anthony Bernier, Mike Males, Collin Rickman
Faculty Publications
This article advances the first attempt to collect and examine empirical data on young adult (YA) spaces in public libraries from institutions across the United States by surveying current practices in new and renovated buildings. Analysis of an online survey of 257 library and information science (LIS) professionals produced an innovative Youth Participation Index (YPI) used to document the relative intensities of youth involvement in the design and execution of YA spaces. Libraries claiming higher levels of youth participation reported significant quality service improvements across a wide range of outcomes. However, after several decades of advocating for youth involvement in …
Mathematics Library News 11, Aaron Lercher
Pushing Back From The Table, Nicole A. Cooke
Pushing Back From The Table, Nicole A. Cooke
Faculty Publications
No abstract provided.
A Normative Theory Of The Information Society, Kim M. Thompson
A Normative Theory Of The Information Society, Kim M. Thompson
Faculty Publications
Alistair S. Duff has been writing interesting works about social conceptualizations of the information society since the mid-1990s. His earlier works have examined the origins of the information society paradigm, surveyed the pre-2001 research literature related to the information society, and discussed connections between the information society and social engineering, and in 2004 he explored the need for normative analysis in information policy. One can easily trace Duff’s progress toward the presently reviewed book;the aforementioned themes of the history of the information society, social engineering,and the normative attributes of information policy are the scaffolding used to support the Rawls-Tawney approach …
Getting The Crowd Into Obituaries: How A Unique Partnership Combined The World’S Largest Obituary Index With Utah’S Largest Historic Newspaper Database, Jeremy Myntti, John Alexander, John Herbert, Alan Witkowski
Getting The Crowd Into Obituaries: How A Unique Partnership Combined The World’S Largest Obituary Index With Utah’S Largest Historic Newspaper Database, Jeremy Myntti, John Alexander, John Herbert, Alan Witkowski
Faculty Publications
Utah Digital Newspaper
What we do
- Create digital images of historic Utah newspapers
- Create searchable text of every page/article
- Make both images and text available on the Internet
Who we are
- Run by J. Willard Marriott Library, Univ. of Utah
- Entirely a “soft money” program
- National leader, especially within the public sector
Text 4 Health: Addressing Consumer Health Information Needs Via Text Reference Service, Van M. Ta Park
Text 4 Health: Addressing Consumer Health Information Needs Via Text Reference Service, Van M. Ta Park
Faculty Publications
This study seeks to provide empirical evidence about how health-related questions are answered in text reference service in order to further the understanding of how to best use texting as a reference service venue to fulfill people’s health information needs. Two hundred health reference transactions from My Info Quest, the first nation-wide collaborative text reference service, were analyzed identify the types of questions, length of transactions, question-answering behavior, and information sources used in the transactions. Findings indicate that texting-based health reference transactions are usually brief, and cover a wide variety of topics. The most popular questions are those seeking general …
Gem: Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, Leticia Camacho
Gem: Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, Leticia Camacho
Faculty Publications
GEM houses the results of research conducted by the Global Entrepreneurship Research Association (GERA) on the level of entrepreneurship around the world. This research, which involves annual surveys and interviews, was initiated in 1999 by Babson College and the London Business School. Data are collected and harmonized by GERA staff. The project started with 10 participating countries and has expanded to include more than 69 countries.