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"The Future Of Libraries", Paul A. Roberts Dec 2019

"The Future Of Libraries", Paul A. Roberts

The Christian Librarian

Prompted by the article by Dan Cohen (2019), this essay will explore the possibilities of reversing the trend that Dr. Cohen presented and offer a solution that turned the library statistics of one library around dramatically. To change the habits of patron usage, faculty will need to work with the library to make it happen.


"A Response To Jeremy W. Labosier", Todd C. Ream Dec 2019

"A Response To Jeremy W. Labosier", Todd C. Ream

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Brandt's "Parenting Forward: How To Raise Children With Justice, Mercy, And Kindness" (Book Review), Laura E. Walton Dec 2019

Brandt's "Parenting Forward: How To Raise Children With Justice, Mercy, And Kindness" (Book Review), Laura E. Walton

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


"Teaching Discernment In A World That Eschews Truth", Amy Bessin Dec 2019

"Teaching Discernment In A World That Eschews Truth", Amy Bessin

The Christian Librarian

College students today have the harrowing task of sifting through massive amounts of information that no longer fits into nice, neat categories. The role of the librarian has shifted along with the information landscape, from the role of information gatekeeper to information guide. As information has become more prolific and accessible, it is more important than ever to teach students how to evaluate the information they discover to determine whether it is appropriate and relevant for their information need. In a world filled with fake news and constructed realities, the idea that truth has value, let alone exists, can seem …


"For Or Unto Me?: Explorations Of The Formative Potential Of Libraries", Todd C. Ream Dec 2019

"For Or Unto Me?: Explorations Of The Formative Potential Of Libraries", Todd C. Ream

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


"Compelling And Sustainable: A Response To Todd C. Ream's 'For Or Unto Me?: Explorations Of The Formative Potential Of Libraries'", Jeremy Labosier Dec 2019

"Compelling And Sustainable: A Response To Todd C. Ream's 'For Or Unto Me?: Explorations Of The Formative Potential Of Libraries'", Jeremy Labosier

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


"Contextualized Digital Library Evaluation: The Perseus Digital Library Within Theological Research", Paul Hartog Dec 2019

"Contextualized Digital Library Evaluation: The Perseus Digital Library Within Theological Research", Paul Hartog

The Christian Librarian

As the development of digital libraries increases, the growth has been accompanied by a refinement of evaluation criteria and methods. Evaluators are increasingly aware that the context of digital library usage (the social, cultural, academic, and institutional environments of the users) is an essential consideration of effective assessment. This article evaluates the Perseus Digital Library through the needs and objectives of a specific learning community – those engaged in theological research. After a review of relevant literature, a rationale is given for ranking ten key facets of digital library evaluation by order of importance. These criteria are then applied to …


"When Good Intentions Aren't Good Enough: Signs Of Successful Archives", Joseph Coates Dec 2019

"When Good Intentions Aren't Good Enough: Signs Of Successful Archives", Joseph Coates

The Christian Librarian

In 2007, Calumet College of Saint Joseph decided to start a University Archives with the intention of preserving their institutional history. In 2009, they added the Bishop Andrew Grutka papers, with the intention of using this collection as the keystone for the archives. While this project had plenty of spiritual support, the institution failed to realize a few key concepts, such as funding, staffing, and what an archive does for a university. They also failed to see what makes an archive an archive. In the end, the archives were only around for about 5 years before being packed into the …


Gorman, Childers, And Hamiltons' "Slavery's Long Shadow: Race And Reconciliation In American Christianity" (Book Review), Noelle C. Keller Dec 2019

Gorman, Childers, And Hamiltons' "Slavery's Long Shadow: Race And Reconciliation In American Christianity" (Book Review), Noelle C. Keller

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Brandt's "Parenting Forward: How To Raise Children With Justice, Mercy, And Kindness" (Book Review), Leslie Starasta Dec 2019

Brandt's "Parenting Forward: How To Raise Children With Justice, Mercy, And Kindness" (Book Review), Leslie Starasta

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Veach's "Teaching Information Literacy And Writing Studies: Volume 2: Upper Level And Graduate Courses" (Book Review), Curt Rice Dec 2019

Veach's "Teaching Information Literacy And Writing Studies: Volume 2: Upper Level And Graduate Courses" (Book Review), Curt Rice

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Pistor's "Women's Gifts, Women's Roles: A Roadmap For Navigating The Debate Over Women In Ministry" (Book Review), Jaclyn Lee Parrott Dec 2019

Pistor's "Women's Gifts, Women's Roles: A Roadmap For Navigating The Debate Over Women In Ministry" (Book Review), Jaclyn Lee Parrott

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Rempel And Slebodniks' "Creating Online Tutorials: A Practical Guide For Librarians" (Book Review), Paul Hartog May 2019

Rempel And Slebodniks' "Creating Online Tutorials: A Practical Guide For Librarians" (Book Review), Paul Hartog

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Schende's "Calling And Vocation: From Martin Luther To The Modern World Of Work" (Book Review), Stefana Dan Laing May 2019

Schende's "Calling And Vocation: From Martin Luther To The Modern World Of Work" (Book Review), Stefana Dan Laing

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Cook's "Faith In A Pluralist Age" (Book Review), Samuel S. Richardson May 2019

Cook's "Faith In A Pluralist Age" (Book Review), Samuel S. Richardson

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Jantz' "Healing The Scars Of Emotional Abuse; Revised And Updated Edition" (Book Review), Vonda Henderson May 2019

Jantz' "Healing The Scars Of Emotional Abuse; Revised And Updated Edition" (Book Review), Vonda Henderson

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


"Assessing The Library: A Christian Liberal Arts College's Library-Wide Assessment Project", Amy James May 2019

"Assessing The Library: A Christian Liberal Arts College's Library-Wide Assessment Project", Amy James

The Christian Librarian

This article reports on a library-wide assessment project at Spring Arbor University’s White Library. It highlights the methods used to assess each element, along with a recap of the findings, and a section covering the successes and caveats. The library’s website was evaluated using a focus group strategy where users completed a set of tasks using the website. The physical space was evaluated using a whiteboard approach. The freshman research instruction program at the White Library consists of one and two shot library sessions. The current teaching approach was assessed using “muddiest point cards”along with surveys.


Bailey's "Race And Redemption In Puritan New England" (Critical Book Review), Jill D. Botticelli May 2019

Bailey's "Race And Redemption In Puritan New England" (Critical Book Review), Jill D. Botticelli

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Haynes' "The Battle For Bonhoeffer: Debating Discipleship In The Age Of Trump" (Book Review), Craig Rosenbeck May 2019

Haynes' "The Battle For Bonhoeffer: Debating Discipleship In The Age Of Trump" (Book Review), Craig Rosenbeck

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Sherwood's "Creative Approaches To Cbt: Art Activities For Every Stage Of The Cbt Process" (Book Review), Julianne Burnett May 2019

Sherwood's "Creative Approaches To Cbt: Art Activities For Every Stage Of The Cbt Process" (Book Review), Julianne Burnett

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.


Kyle's "The Girl's Guide To Life" (Book Review), Amy C. Rice May 2019

Kyle's "The Girl's Guide To Life" (Book Review), Amy C. Rice

The Christian Librarian

No abstract provided.