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Digital Vs. Print: Reading Comprehension And The Future Of The Book, M. Julee Tanner
Digital Vs. Print: Reading Comprehension And The Future Of The Book, M. Julee Tanner
School of Information Student Research Journal
The future of books and libraries is put into question by the increasing popularity of e-books and the use of computers as text platforms. In an effort to anticipate which reading platform—print, e-readers, or computers displays—will dominate in the coming years, recent research and experimental data on the suitability of each reading platform for reading comprehension will be considered, from the perspectives of optical issues, cognition, and metacognition. It will be shown that, while printed books are most conducive to learning from longer, more difficult texts, e-readers and computer displays offer convenience and some distinct advantages to readers in particular …
Copyright, Fair Use And The Digital Age In Academic Libraries: A Review Of The Literature, Amanda Mccormick
Copyright, Fair Use And The Digital Age In Academic Libraries: A Review Of The Literature, Amanda Mccormick
School of Information Student Research Journal
Copyright law in the United States has gained a certain notoriety for its complexity and ambiguity, which has only been compounded by the evolution (or, some would say, revolution) of print resources to electronic resources. The purpose of this literature review is to review the current understanding of copyright law within the context of academic libraries in universities and colleges. Additionally, this review will describe what issues academic librarians face in complying with copyright law in this new digital age while continuing to perform duties such as processing course reserve materials, developing an institutional repository, and maintaining a digital collection. …
Website Blocked: Filtering Technology In Schools And School Libraries, Jennifer M. Overaa
Website Blocked: Filtering Technology In Schools And School Libraries, Jennifer M. Overaa
School of Information Student Research Journal
This paper investigates the impact of filtering software in K-12 schools and school libraries. The Children's Internet Protection Act, or CIPA, requires that public schools and school libraries use filtering technology in order to receive discounted rates on technology. As a result, nearly all public elementary and secondary schools today use filtering technology. While the provisions of CIPA narrowly define the content to be blocked, filters are often set to block much more than is required. Filtering technology is often ineffective, and many unobjectionable sites end up being blocked, including Web 2.0 sites and tools needed to educate students in …
Serving The Needs Of Homeless Library Patrons: Legal Issues, Ethical Concerns, And Practical Approaches, Paul Kaidy Barrows
Serving The Needs Of Homeless Library Patrons: Legal Issues, Ethical Concerns, And Practical Approaches, Paul Kaidy Barrows
School of Information Student Research Journal
While cognizant of their social mission, public libraries often still have found it challenging to serve one of their most marginalized constituencies - the homeless. However, bound by legal mandate as well as American Library Association (ALA) core values of access, democracy, and serving the public, libraries must find ways to serve the needs of poor and homeless patrons. This paper describes the demographics and characteristics of homelessness, explores legal and ethical issues with regard to library services, identifies selected model library programs that serve this population effectively, and provides practical guidance and recommendations to public libraries and librarians struggling …
A Correctional Type Of Day, Vince Wiggins
A Correctional Type Of Day, Vince Wiggins
School of Information Student Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Social, Legal, And Technical Issues In The Library, Adrienne Mathewson
Social, Legal, And Technical Issues In The Library, Adrienne Mathewson
School of Information Student Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Information Outlook, November/December 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, November/December 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, 2014
Volume 18, Issue 6
Information Outlook, September/October 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, September/October 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, 2014
Volume 18, Issue 5
Academic Gateway, Fall 2014, San Jose State University Library
Academic Gateway, Fall 2014, San Jose State University Library
Library Gateway
No abstract provided.
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 …
Information Outlook, July/August 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, July/August 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, 2014
Volume 18, Issue 4
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.
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
Faculty Publications
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!).
Information Outlook, May/June 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, May/June 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, 2014
Volume 18, Issue 3
Privacy, Restriction, And Access: Legal And Ethical Dilemmas, Camila Z. Tessler
Privacy, Restriction, And Access: Legal And Ethical Dilemmas, Camila Z. Tessler
School of Information Student Research Journal
This paper examines the intersection of privacy and access in archival repositories. Archival repositories are well known for containing restricted material, and for protecting the privacy of the donors. This literature review examines the need for restricted material from both legal and ethical standpoints, as well as discussing culturally sensitive materials while determining what archives and libraries can do to protect both themselves and their donors while enhancing accessibility and freedom of information.
Digitization And Digital Preservation: A Review Of The Literature, Stephanie Routhier Perry
Digitization And Digital Preservation: A Review Of The Literature, Stephanie Routhier Perry
School of Information Student Research Journal
Digitization and digital preservation are rapidly becoming the standard forms of preservation for libraries, archives, and other cultural heritage institutions, yet there is still much confusion as to what they mean and how they are meant to be used. Through a review of the recent literature, this paper aims to define both concepts, as well as find some of the common challenges associated with these preservation processes. Different preservation methods, collaboration techniques, and metadata schema are also discussed.
Preparing Lis Students For A Career In Metadata Librarianship, Brighid Mooney Gonzales
Preparing Lis Students For A Career In Metadata Librarianship, Brighid Mooney Gonzales
School of Information Student Research Journal
This study examines the field of metadata librarianship and its emergence from the field of traditional MARC cataloging. Through a survey distributed to academic librarians, public librarians, digital librarians, special librarians, corporate librarians, archivists and others currently working with metadata, data was collected to determine what Library and Information Science students interested in metadata librarianship need to know to pursue a career in this field. The data collected includes job titles encompassing metadata work, the typical career trajectories of those working in the field, education and training received both prior to and after entering the metadata field, and the most …
First Class: Pioneering Students At San José State University’S School Of Library And Information Science, 1928-1940, Debra L. Hansen
First Class: Pioneering Students At San José State University’S School Of Library And Information Science, 1928-1940, Debra L. Hansen
School of Information Student Research Journal
This article examines the backgrounds, education, and careers of the first group of students in San José State University’s School of Library and Information Science. It finds that the 1928-1929 cohort were typical of the students attending teacher’s colleges in the early 1900s and represented the first generation of women pursuing higher education and professional careers following the passage of the 19th amendment in 1920. The study also explores the challenges working women faced during the 1930s, particularly the Great Depression’s impact California librarians.
Then & Now: The Changing Face Of The Library Professional, Adrienne Mathewson
Then & Now: The Changing Face Of The Library Professional, Adrienne Mathewson
School of Information Student Research Journal
No abstract provided.
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.
Open To Debate: Open Education And The Library, Ann Agee, Christina Mune
Open To Debate: Open Education And The Library, Ann Agee, Christina Mune
Faculty and Staff Publications
Universities have embraced massive open online courses (MOOCs) with startling speed. For some, this “disruptive” idea sparks excitement about a world of free and easily accessible education. Others see MOOCs as a way to further monetize education and reduce faculty on the academy’s payroll. This session encourages you to get involved in the conversation and consider other provocative questions arising from the new academic landscape created by open educational resources and free online courses. In an Oxford-style debate, session attendees get to be the debaters by voting on some of today’s most controversial issues, engaging in debate, then voting a …
Academic Gateway, Spring 2014, San Jose State University Library
Academic Gateway, Spring 2014, San Jose State University Library
Library Gateway
No abstract provided.
“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 …
Library News, Spring 2014, San Jose State University Library
Library News, Spring 2014, San Jose State University Library
Library News
No abstract provided.
Information Outlook, March/April 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, March/April 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, 2014
Volume 18, Issue 2
Information Outlook, January/February 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, January/February 2014, Special Libraries Association
Information Outlook, 2014
Volume 18, Issue 1
Using Rubrics For Information Literacy Skill Assessment: A Case Study For Business Education, Bobbi Makani, Ann Agee, Marilyn E. Easter, Yuhfen Diana H. Wu
Using Rubrics For Information Literacy Skill Assessment: A Case Study For Business Education, Bobbi Makani, Ann Agee, Marilyn E. Easter, Yuhfen Diana H. Wu
Faculty and Staff Publications
Information literacy—the ability to find, evaluate and use information effectively—is an essential skill set. The authors examine how assignments such as case analyses and research reports help business students master these abilities and provide examples of how analytic rubrics with measurable outcomes are particularly suited to assessing these skills. Also demonstrated is how librarians enhance and support student learning of information literacy by teaching in-depth research skills. Working together, professors and librarians can give students a solid foundation in the information-handling skills they need to be effective and productive in the workplace today.