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Creating Digital Knowledge: Library As Open Access Digital Publisher, D. Russell Bailey

Library Faculty and Staff papers

Since the mid-1990s, many higher education libraries have evolved from the traditional roles of primarily (1) research resource purchasers and providers and (2) research service providers into new, enhanced, and complementary digital age roles related to digital open access knowledge creation and digital publishing, creating digital resources for open education. This article presents a brief description of open access digital knowledge creation, the library publishing landscape (particularly in Digital Humanities/DH), as well as several model higher education library approaches and example initiatives in these areas. These models and initiatives are presented as broadly adaptable and scalable to many higher education …

A Novel Application: Using Mobile Technology To Connect Physical And Virtual Reference Collections, Hailie D. Posey

Library Faculty and Staff papers

This chapter describes an innovative implementation of the use of iPad kiosks to blur the lines between physical and virtual library collections. Providence College’s Phillips Memorial Library + Commons began lending iPads to students, faculty, and staff in 2012. In addition to lending the devices, library staff dedicated time to learning about both task-based and subject-based mobile applications that would be of use to our community. A small group of library staff tested, discussed, and vetted a variety of apps that would be deployed on the iPads to be lent out. Efforts were made to promote the use and discovery …

Theology Collections Portal: First Iteration 2016, Hailie D. Posey

Library Faculty and Staff papers

This document presents an archive of the first iteration of the Theology Collections Portal, a tool designed to connect library patrons doing theology research with electronic resources available through the library. The Theology Collections portal was built using Scalar. To view the Portal in its current form visit: http://scalar.usc.edu/works/theology-collections/index

Creating Digital Art History: Library, Student, And Faculty Collaboration, D. Russell Bailey

Library Faculty and Staff papers

Over the last two decades, teaching, learning, and research in higher education have developed a growing digital presence. Digital development in the humanities has been slow relative to most other areas in academia, and with some exceptions, art and art history have enjoyed slow digital growth within the humanities. Within this environment, the article here presents one collaborative model for digital art history, rare in its exclusive focus on undergraduate “junior scholars”. Undergraduate senior-level art history and studio art students at Providence College collaborate annually with art history and studio art faculty to publish their senior theses in print format …

Training Students At Small & Medium Sized Colleges In Information Literacy (Chapter Excerpt), D. Russell Bailey, Julie Decesare

Library Faculty and Staff papers

No abstract provided.

The Digital Public Library Of America - Us Contributions To The World Library = Digitalna Narodna Biblioteka Amerike - Podrška Sad-A Svetskoj Digitalnoj Biblioteci, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons

While the Digital Public Library of America/DPLA is neither magical, unique nor technologically advanced, when compared with many other current digital knowledge initiatives or other private and governmental enterprises (scientific, research, manufacturing and communication), still the DPLA’s promises for the future boldly evidence all of these robust “magical” powers and energies and even more. The development of an open access world digital library is the grand promise in this grand strategic goal of the DPLA and its global partners.

The 2020+ Project: Using Wordpress To Organize, Evaluate, & Discuss The College Of The Future, Julie A. Decesare, Hailie D. Posey, Julia R. Tryon

Library Faculty and Staff papers

The provost of Providence College asked the Library+Commons to compile scholarly materials on the future of higher education in order for the Academic Affairs Committee to prepare for the college of 2020. The committee needed an easily accessible, annotated "bibliography" that would allow for commenting and more. The research and education librarians focused on topics like teaching and learning, accountability, and student and faculty characteristics. The research end was challenging, and the librarians continue to explore avenues to find appropriate resources online. They experimented with many platforms before choosing WordPress as the best open-source vehicle to organize and present the …

America’S Historical Newspapers, Janice G. Schuster

Library Faculty and Staff papers

No abstract provided.

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The Evolving Commons - A New View [Senylrc Information Commons 2.0, May 7 2009], D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons

These Powerpoint slides were presented at INFORMATION COMMONS 2.0 -- LESSONS LEARNED AND MOVING FORWARD, a conference sponsored by the Southeastern NY Library Resources Council (SENYLRC) on May 7, 2009 at The Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home, Hyde Park, NY. Dr. Bailey presented the keynote address.

The Learning Commons At Suny Cortland: Solving, Resolving, Involving, & Evolving…And Sometimes…Revolving [Senylrc Information Commons 2.0, May 7 2009], Gail Wood

Library Commons

These Powerpoint slides were presented at INFORMATION COMMONS 2.0 -- LESSONS LEARNED AND MOVING FORWARD, a conference sponsored by the Southeastern NY Library Resources Council (SENYLRC) on May 7, 2009 at The Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home, Hyde Park, NY.

Lessons Learned [Senylrc Information Commons 2.0, May 7 2009], David Murray

Library Commons

These Powerpoint slides were presented at INFORMATION COMMONS 2.0 -- LESSONS LEARNED AND MOVING FORWARD, a conference sponsored by the Southeastern NY Library Resources Council (SENYLRC) on May 7, 2009 at The Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home, Hyde Park, NY.

The Incremental Development Of An Information Commons [Senylrc Information Commons 2.0, May 7 2009], Randall L. Ericson

Library Commons

These Powerpoint slides were presented at INFORMATION COMMONS 2.0 -- LESSONS LEARNED AND MOVING FORWARD, a conference sponsored by the Southeastern NY Library Resources Council (SENYLRC) on May 7, 2009 at The Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Home, Hyde Park, NY.

International Trade Data Network (Itdn), Janice G. Schuster

Library Faculty and Staff papers

No abstract provided.

Providence College Library+Commons Promotional Branding Material: Library+Commons Wordle, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons Basics

A PDF file containg a WORDLE graphic of Library+Commons concepts.

Providence College Library+Commons Promotional Branding Material: Library+Commons Brochure, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons Basics

A two-sided handout describing the features of the Library+Commons at Providence College.

Bibliography: The Information Commons And Beyond, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons Basics

A bibliography of resources about the Information Commons model in libraries.

Providence College Library+Commons Promotional Branding Material: Library+Commons Graphics, D. Russell Bailey, Carol Wiseman, Leslie Lanzieri, Laura Bucci

Library Commons Basics

A PDF file containing Library+Commons images and grapics used at Providence College.

Historical Abstracts On Abc-Clio And Ebsco Platforms, Janice G. Schuster

Library Faculty and Staff papers

No abstract provided.

Transforming Library Service Through Information Commons: Part 1 - Introduction, D. Russell Bailey, Barbara Tierney

Library Commons Basics

An introduction to the concept of the Information Commons in libraries.

Transforming Library Service Through Information Commons: Part 2 - Definitions, D. Russell Bailey, Barbara Tierney

Library Commons Basics

Definitions of the Information Commons and Learning Commons models in libraries.

Historical Abstracts On The Web, Janice G. Schuster

Library Faculty and Staff papers

No abstract provided.

Learning Commons Collaborations [Ala, June 2007], Anne Moore

Library Commons

Discusses the collaboration at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst between the library, information technology, the writing center, advising, mentoring, and dining services to create a collaborative facility for students.

Finding Common Ground At Plymouth State University [Nercomp, June 5, 2007], Elaine S. Allard, Jo-Ann M. Guilmett

Library Commons

Fall 2006 saw the opening of the Learning Commons at Lamson Library at Plymouth State University. Almost immediately, gates counts jumped and the once traditional library was abuzz with activity. By doing a minor remodel of the 10-year old library structure and utilizing existing staff, a dynamic partnership was created.

This presentation covers the 16 month-long project that saw a unique marriage between two key departments, the Library and Information Technology Services, with additional collaboration of other student services areas. It discusses how PSU, was able to build on current trends in Libraries, Technology and Higher Education and make our …

An International Prospectus For Library & Information Professionals: Development, Leadership And Resources For Evolving Patron Needs, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons

The roles of library and information professionals must change and evolve to: 1. accommodate needs of tech-savvy patrons; 2. thrive in the Commons & Library 2.0; 3. provide integrated, just-in-time services; 4. constantly update and enhance technology; 5. design appropriate library spaces for research and productivity; 6.adapt to new models of scholarly communication and publication, especially: the Open Archives Initiative and digital repositories; 7. remain abreast of national and interanational academic and legislative initiatives affecting the provision of information services and resources.

Professionals will need to collaborate in: 1. Formal & informal networks – regional, national, and international; and; 2. …

Index To Legal Periodicals Retrospective: 1908-1981, Janice G. Schuster

Library Faculty and Staff papers

No abstract provided.

Beyond Assessment: Transcending The Tragedy Of The Commons, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons Basics

An introduction to the concept of the Information Commons in libraries.

Information Commons Services For Learners And Researchers: Evolution In Patron Needs, Digital Resources And Scholarly Publishing, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons

Since approximately 1990, the Information Commons has emerged as an effective model of integrated library public services. The Information Commons combines traditional, paper-print, high-touch library services and resources with computer technologies and digital resources in a relatively seamless service environment. Extensive computer resources for Web research, free Web resources and proprietary electronic databases complement the full spectrum of productivity software and specialty scanning, digitization and multimedia resources. Numerous examples from North America and elsewhere and links to others will be provided.

The Information Commons model considers change and evolution in patron needs vis-à-vis 1. staff training and attitude, 2. quantity, …

Information Commons Issues And Trends: Voices From The Frontline, D. Russell Bailey

Library Commons

Attendees at this ACRL panel were invited to increase their understanding of Information Commons (IC) concepts, models, planning, implementation and assessment. The event was a discussion panel with IC leaders regarding models that their libraries were developing, evolutionary processes their ICs have undergone, challenges and successes in the past years, and what the future holds.

Information Commons Redux: Concept, Evolution And Transcending The Tragedy Of The Commons, D. Russell Bailey, Barbara Tierney

Library Commons

This paper reviews “information commons” concepts and describes administrative and functional integration in an academic library information commons. The roles of inclusive planning structures and careful integration through an enhanced information desk are delineated, emphasizing team-building which results from this implementation. The paper discusses potential problems and suggests solutions.