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Developing A Technology Integration Residency Model: The Catalyst Project Report, Sandra Hirsh, Ruth Metz, Scott Brown, Laura Serrano, Sheila Gurtu, Lisa Valdez, Jane Fisher Jun 2012

Developing A Technology Integration Residency Model: The Catalyst Project Report, Sandra Hirsh, Ruth Metz, Scott Brown, Laura Serrano, Sheila Gurtu, Lisa Valdez, Jane Fisher

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No abstract provided.


An Agenda Of Praxis For Young Adult Librarianship, Anthony Bernier Feb 2012

An Agenda Of Praxis For Young Adult Librarianship, Anthony Bernier

Faculty Publications

All research seeks to impact the world. Library and Information Science (LIS) desires it no less than the “hard” sciences. So I am gratified to see JRYLA promoting young adult (YA) research, and appreciate YALSA Research Committee’s efforts in articulating a list of research needs. The new National Research Agenda represents a welcome, if qualified, addition to YALSA’s portfolio of service.


Still A Librarian, Ken Haycock Jan 2012

Still A Librarian, Ken Haycock

Faculty Publications

Several letters to the editor are presented in response to articles in previous issues including "The Ebook Opportunity" in the November 15, 2011 issue, "Library Science Without the Library" in the January 12, 2012 issue, and "Beyond the Stars" in the November 1 2011 issue, which discusses advocacy for public libraries.


"Oral History Core": An Idea For A Metadata Scheme, Nancy Mackay Jan 2012

"Oral History Core": An Idea For A Metadata Scheme, Nancy Mackay

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The best way gain a handle on the vast amount of information within oral histories is to develop standards for collecting and organizing this information that institutions of all kinds and sizes can easily adapt. This report presents an idea for such a solution: a metadata scheme for oral histories with the working title Oral History Core.


Diversity Symposium On Cultural Intelligence: Are You Culturally Competent?, Michele Lucero Jan 2012

Diversity Symposium On Cultural Intelligence: Are You Culturally Competent?, Michele Lucero

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Have you ever wondered if you are culturally competent and how important it is in the workplace? Have you ever considered if librarians and your stakeholders are culturally competent and how it impacts you? The 2012 AALL Diversity Symposium this past July addressed just that – with insights from presenter and AALL Diversity Committee member, Michele Lucero.


Digital Reading, Ziming Liu Jan 2012

Digital Reading, Ziming Liu

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No abstract provided.


Leading Change, Ken Haycock Jan 2012

Leading Change, Ken Haycock

Faculty Publications

The article focuses on how school librarians could lead change in their schools. It states that some people do not want change because it is considered as a threat to familiar behavior. It says that in introducing change there should be a sense of urgency, a group that has the power to lead the change, communicate the vision of change. It adds that school librarians must consider all aspects including the involvement of principals, school staff, and the community.


Is It Time For Wider Acceptance Of E-Textbooks? An Examination Of Student Reactions To E-Textbooks, Ziming Liu Jan 2012

Is It Time For Wider Acceptance Of E-Textbooks? An Examination Of Student Reactions To E-Textbooks, Ziming Liu

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No abstract provided.